This is a major opportunity for professionals across India looking for the latest government jobs (Sarkari Naukri). The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has announced a massive recruitment drive for 410 Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) in Specialist cadres and 81 Assistant Engineers (AE).
Job Summary
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released a detailed notification for the recruitment of 491 technical and specialist officers. Online applications are invited for the posts of Assistant Engineer (AE - Civil/Electrical) and Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO - Specialist) in various disciplines like CA, Actuarial, Legal, and more. This is a full-time, regular appointment in one of India's largest public sector undertakings.
The selection process will be conducted in three phases: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and an Interview. This recruitment is a highly sought-after opportunity for candidates with specific professional qualifications and experience looking for a stable and rewarding career. Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India.
Important Dates
- Online Application & Fee Payment Starts: 16 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee: 08 September 2025
- Preliminary Exam Date (Tentative): 03 October 2025
- Main Exam Date (Tentative): 08 November 2025
Vacancy & Qualification Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Educational Qualification & Experience Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (AE) - Civil | 50 | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering + 3 years of experience in building projects. |
| Assistant Engineer (AE) - Electrical | 31 | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering + 3 years of experience in building projects. |
| AAO - Chartered Accountant (CA) | 30 | Bachelor's Degree + Passed CA Final Exam + Associate Member of ICAI. |
| AAO - Actuarial | 30 | Bachelor's Degree + Passed 6 papers from IAI/IFA, UK. |
| AAO - Legal | 30 | Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) with 50% marks + 2 years of experience. |
| AAO - Insurance Specialist | 310 | Bachelor's Degree + Fellowship of III (Life) + 5 years of experience in a Life Insurance Company. |
| AAO - Company Secretary (CS) | 10 | Bachelor's Degree + Qualified Member of ICSI. |
Salary & Emoluments
The basic pay for all posts is ₹88,635/- per month. The total emoluments, including allowances like HRA and CCA, at the minimum of the scale will be approximately **₹1,26,000/- per month** in an 'A' Class city.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the difference between AAO Generalist and AAO Specialist?
A1: The AAO Generalist post (advertised separately) is open to any graduate, while the AAO Specialist posts are for candidates with specific professional qualifications like CA, LLB, B.E./B.Tech, etc., and often require relevant work experience.
Q2: Is this a permanent government job?
A2: Yes, these are regular, permanent positions in LIC, a public sector undertaking, after the successful completion of the probation period.
Q3: Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
A3: No. The official notification clearly states that a candidate should apply for only ONE post across all the recent LIC notifications (Generalist, Specialist, and Assistant Engineer). If multiple applications are submitted, only the latest valid one will be considered.
Q4: What is the salary for an LIC AAO/AE?
A4: The starting total monthly salary for all these posts in an 'A' Class city will be approximately ₹1,26,000/-.
Q5: What is the selection process for these specialist posts?
A5: The selection process includes a Preliminary Exam, a Main Exam, and an Interview. The exam pattern for specialist posts is different from the Generalist post and includes a "Professional Knowledge" section.
Q6: Is there negative marking in the exam?
A6: Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4th of the marks for every wrong answer in the Preliminary Exam for Specialist and Engineer posts. However, there is no negative marking in the Main Exam.
📄 Official Notification (PDF): https://licindia.in/hi/recruitment-of-aao-generalists/-specialists/-assistant-engineers-2025 🔗 Apply Online Link: https://ibpsonline.ibps.in/licjul25/