The Fisheries Department Assam Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Project Management Unit (PMU) under the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) assisted Assam State Aquaculture Promotion and Livelihood Improvement (ASAPALI) Project. The recruitment is conducted by the Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Assam for engagement of eligible Indian citizens on a purely contractual basis.
A total of 09 contractual vacancies are available under the Project Management Unit (PMU) and District Project Management Units (DPMU). Eligible candidates must apply only through email using the prescribed application format available on the official website.
Last Date to Apply: 12 February 2026 (11:59 PM IST)
Fisheries Department Assam Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Directorate of Fisheries, Assam |
| Project Name | JICA assisted ASAPALI Project |
| Recruiting Authority | Project Management Unit (PMU) |
| Total Vacancies | 09 |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Application Mode | Email (Online) |
| Application Start Date | 22 January 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date | 12 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | fisheriesdirector.assam.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
Posts under Project Management Unit (PMU)
- Aquaculture Specialist – 01 Post
- Procurement Specialist – 01 Post
- Junior Project Engineer – 01 Post
- DX Assistant – 01 Post
- Supporting Staff (Computer Assistant) – 01 Post
Posts under District Project Management Unit (DPMU)
- Fishery Expert – 02 Posts
- Account and MIS Consultant – 01 Post
- Supporting Staff (Computer Assistant) – 01 Post
Eligibility Criteria
Aquaculture Specialist:
Post Graduate / Graduate Degree in Fisheries from ICAR recognized universities with minimum 10 years experience in aquaculture under Public / Private sector or Externally Aided Projects (EAP).
Procurement Specialist:
Post Graduate Degree in Fisheries / Agricultural Economics / MBA in Agriculture or Graduate Engineer, fully trained in JICA / ADB / World Bank procurement norms with minimum 7 years experience including 4 years in EAP projects.
Junior Project Engineer:
Graduate in Civil / Architectural Engineering with minimum 5 years experience in construction related projects including AutoCAD and Autodesk 2D & 3D design.
DX Assistant:
Graduate / PG Diploma in IT or Computer Science with minimum 3 years experience in digital transformation projects.
Fishery Expert:
B.F.Sc from ICAR recognized institutes with preference for 5 years inland aquaculture experience including minimum 2 years in EAP projects.
Account and MIS Consultant:
B.Com / BBA (Accounting or Finance) or Bachelor of Accounting with minimum 5 years experience in audit and accounts including 2 years in EAP projects. Knowledge of Tally is required.
Supporting Staff (Computer Assistant):
Graduate in any discipline with minimum 6 months IT / Computer certificate. Experience preferred but not mandatory.
Age Limit
- No age bar
- Candidate must be in good health
- Must be willing to undertake extensive field visits
Salary / Remuneration
| Aquaculture Specialist | ₹1.00 – ₹1.25 Lakhs per month |
| Procurement Specialist | ₹1.00 – ₹1.10 Lakhs per month |
| Junior Project Engineer | ₹0.50 – ₹0.60 Lakhs per month |
| DX Assistant | ₹0.50 – ₹0.60 Lakhs per month |
| Fishery Expert | ₹0.50 – ₹0.60 Lakhs per month |
| Account and MIS Consultant | ₹0.40 – ₹0.50 Lakhs per month |
| Supporting Staff (PMU) | ₹0.40 Lakhs per month |
| Supporting Staff (DPMU) | ₹0.30 Lakhs per month |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of applications
- Interview at Directorate of Fisheries, Meen Bhawan, Guwahati-16, Assam
- No TA / DA will be paid
How to Apply?
- Visit the official website and download the prescribed application form (position-wise)
- Fill the application form by computer typing only in English
- Scan signed application form, CV, ID proof, certificates and experience documents
- Email all documents to
jicafisheriesassam@gmail.com
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 22 January 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Important Official Web Links
| Official Recruitment Notification | Download PDF |
| Application Form | Download from Official Website |
| Official Website | Directorate of Fisheries, Assam |
Note: This recruitment information is published strictly based on the official notification released by the Directorate of Fisheries, Assam under the JICA-assisted ASAPALI Project.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for Fisheries Department Assam Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application via email is 12 February 2026.
How many vacancies are available?
There are a total of 9 contractual vacancies under PMU and DPMU.
Is this a permanent government job?
No. All positions are purely contractual.
What is the mode of application?
Applications must be submitted via email only.
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