• Educational Qualification: Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC / 10+2 Pass) from a recognized Board or Institution.
• Computer Certificate: Diploma in Computer Application (DCA Semester-I) or Certificate Course on Computer Application (CCA) or higher recognized by AICTE or Central/State Government.
• Typing Skill: Minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute on computer.
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in Mizo language (Class-X standard pass or clearing MPSC qualifying language test).
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Mizoram PSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 04 Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Posts
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Sep. 15, 2026Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 11, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 11, 2026
3
Deadline
Oct 12, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window11 Sep – 12 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.
Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on August 1, 2026. The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates (up to 40 years). Note: As per UIDAI guidelines, Aadhaar Card is strictly NOT acceptable as proof of Date of Birth; candidates must provide HSLC/HSSLC admit card/certificate, Voter ID, or digitized birth certificate.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Qualifying Typing Speed Test (30 wpm on computer)
OfflineQualifying Only
Qualifying Mizo Language Proficiency Test
OfflineQualifying Only
Written Competitive Examination (Paper-I & Paper-II, 400 Marks)
OfflineMerit Scored
Computer Skill Test (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint at NIELIT)
OfflineQualifying Only
Personal Interview before Commission Board
OfflineMerit Scored
The selection process for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) under MPSC is executed in sequential stages:
- Typing Test: Qualifying test requiring 30 words per minute on computer conducted prior to the written examination.
- Mizo Language Test: Qualifying test for candidates who have not studied Mizo subject in Class-X (HSLC) or as MIL.
- Written Competitive Examination: Two papers totaling 400 marks (Paper-I: General Knowledge & General English, 200 marks, 3 hours; Paper-II: Computer Knowledge, Simple Arithmetic, and General Intelligence, 200 marks, 3 hours). Questions carry 1/3rd negative marking penalty for incorrect responses.
- Computer Skill Test: Hands-on practical examination conducted in a computer laboratory testing usage of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint features (qualifying nature).
- Personal Interview: Final merit list is formulated based on candidate performance in the written competitive examination and personal interview conducted by the Mizoram Public Service Commission.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview
Verified Official SourceWhat is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.
Exam Tier / Mode
Paper-I (General Knowledge & General English)
Total Duration
180 Minutes
Negative Marking
One-third (0.33) of marks assigned to the question deducted per wrong answer
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A: General Knowledge (Indian History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science, Current Events & Mizo History/Culture) | 50 | 100 |
| Part B: General English (MCQs - 25 Questions / 50 Marks) & Essay / Précis Writing (50 Marks) | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 75 | 200 |
Exam Tier / Mode
Paper-II (Computer Knowledge, Simple Arithmetic & General Intelligence)
Total Duration
180 Minutes
Negative Marking
One-third (0.33) of marks assigned to the question deducted per wrong answer
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Computer Knowledge (Fundamentals, Windows OS, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet) | 50 | 100 |
| Simple Arithmetic (Number System, Averages, Percentages, Ratio, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Mensuration, DI) | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Previous Recruitment Cutoff Benchmarks
Verified Official SourceHistorical qualifying marks and eligibility benchmarks for prior recruitment cycles.
| Year / Cycle | Stage / Tier | UR (Gen) | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Written Competitive Examination (Paper-I + Paper-II) | 228.34 | 228.34 | 228.34 | 228.34 | 228.34 |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
Verified Official SourcePractical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.
Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
The Lower Division Clerk (LDC) appointed under MPSC operates at the Commission's Secretariat within the Mizoram New Capital Complex (MINECO), Aizawl. Core clerical responsibilities center on institutional administration: docketing incoming dak, maintaining candidate dossiers, managing file custody, indexing official records, typing examination notifications and minutes, updating the online recruitment portal database, and placing files before Section Officers and Under Secretaries. Working hours are standard government administrative timings (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in summer and 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM in winter, Monday through Friday, 5-day week). The environment is professional, methodical, and strictly bound by statutory confidentiality rules governing state recruitment examinations.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Permanent State Government service (Group 'C'). Unlike general administrative department staff subject to transfers across remote sub-divisional offices, MPSC LDCs are stationed permanently at the MPSC Secretariat in Aizawl, Mizoram. The post requires a mandatory two-year probation period before confirmation.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Governed by the Mizoram Public Service Commission (Group 'B' & 'C') Recruitment Rules, 2025. Standard career progression: Lower Division Clerk (LDC, Level 4 in Pay Matrix) -> Upper Division Clerk (UDC, Level 6 in Pay Matrix) after 5 years of regular service via Limited Departmental Examination (LDE) or seniority-cum-fitness -> Assistant / Superintendent (Level 7 / Level 8 in Pay Matrix) -> Section Officer / Under Secretary (Group 'A' Gazetted cadre).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.
- Aadhaar Card Strictly Prohibited for DOB Proof: UIDAI regulations and MPSC rules explicitly forbid Aadhaar Card as proof of date of birth. Candidates must upload an HSLC/HSSLC admit card/certificate, Voter ID, or digitized birth certificate; applications using Aadhaar will be rejected.
- Mandatory DCA / CCA Computer Certificate: Candidates must possess at least a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA Semester-I) or Certificate Course on Computer Application (CCA) from an AICTE/Government recognized institute; generic degrees without recognized computer certificates are invalid.
- Mizo Language Test Exemption Proof: Candidates claiming exemption from the Mizo Language test must upload proof of having studied Mizo in Class-X (HSLC) or opted for Mizo as MIL outside Mizoram; all other candidates must clear the qualifying Mizo language paper.
- Qualifying Typing Speed Benchmark: A typing test of 30 words per minute is conducted prior to the written examination and is strictly qualifying; failing the typing test results in immediate disqualification.
- OTR Submission & UPI Mobile Number Match: Applicants must verify application status shows 'Submitted' after payment. If paying via UPI, payment must strictly originate from the mobile number registered on the OTR portal. All documents must be uploaded before October 12, 2026 (4:00 PM).
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC) - Group C (MPSC Secretariat)4
Total Vacancies04 Posts
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Regular state government salary at Level 4 in the Pay Matrix plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Medical Allowances as per Government of Mizoram rules.
Level 4 in the Mizoram State Pay Matrix (starting basic pay of Rs. 25,500/- up to Rs. 56,800/-) plus applicable DA, HRA, and state allowances as per 7th Pay Commission aligned rules.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Ensure you satisfy all eligibility criteria: 12th pass (HSSLC), DCA Semester-I / CCA computer certification, 30 wpm typing speed, and age between 18 and 35 years as on August 1, 2026.
- Visit the official Mizoram Public Service Commission One-Time Registration (OTR) portal at https://mpsconline.mizoram.gov.in.
- Register a new account or log in using your registered mobile number and password.
- Upload mandatory supporting documents: HSLC & HSSLC marksheet and certificates (scanned together in a single PDF), proof of Computer Proficiency (DCA/CCA certificate), proof of Mizo Language proficiency (Class 10 marksheet or MIL certificate), proof of date of birth (HSLC certificate / Voter ID / digital birth certificate; Aadhaar is NOT accepted), and SC/ST certificate (if applicable).
- Navigate to active recruitments, select Advertisement No. 25 of 2026-27 (Lower Division Clerk under MPSC), and complete the application form.
- Pay the application fee online through UPI or net banking (for UPI, strictly use the mobile number registered with your OTR). PwD applicants are exempted from payment.
- Verify that your application status shows 'Submitted' and download the application confirmation for future examination stages. The closing date is October 12, 2026 (4:00 PM IST).
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Application fees must be paid online via the portal's payment gateway or UPI. If payment is made via UPI, it must strictly be through the mobile number registered with OTR. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) are fully exempted from payment of application fees.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Qualifying Typing Speed Test (30 wpm on computer)
OfflineQualifying Only
Qualifying Mizo Language Proficiency Test
OfflineQualifying Only
Written Competitive Examination (Paper-I & Paper-II, 400 Marks)
OfflineMerit Scored
Computer Skill Test (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint at NIELIT)
OfflineQualifying Only
Personal Interview before Commission Board
OfflineMerit Scored
The selection process for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) under MPSC is executed in sequential stages:
- Typing Test: Qualifying test requiring 30 words per minute on computer conducted prior to the written examination.
- Mizo Language Test: Qualifying test for candidates who have not studied Mizo subject in Class-X (HSLC) or as MIL.
- Written Competitive Examination: Two papers totaling 400 marks (Paper-I: General Knowledge & General English, 200 marks, 3 hours; Paper-II: Computer Knowledge, Simple Arithmetic, and General Intelligence, 200 marks, 3 hours). Questions carry 1/3rd negative marking penalty for incorrect responses.
- Computer Skill Test: Hands-on practical examination conducted in a computer laboratory testing usage of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint features (qualifying nature).
- Personal Interview: Final merit list is formulated based on candidate performance in the written competitive examination and personal interview conducted by the Mizoram Public Service Commission.
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Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC / 10+2) from a recognized Board/Institution and possess at least a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA Semester-I) or Certificate Course on Computer Application (CCA) from an AICTE/Government-recognized institution, along with a typing speed of 30 words per minute on computer.
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