LIC Recruitment 2025: AAO & AE Notification

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has officially released the much-awaited recruitment notification for the Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) and Assistant Engineer (AE) posts for 2025. Applications are now open!

Key Highlights

• Total Vacancies: 841 posts across various streams

  • AAO – Generalist: 350 posts

  • AAO – Specialist: 410 posts

  • Assistant Engineer (AE): 81 posts

• Application Window:

  • Start: 16 August 2025

  • Deadline: 8 September 2025, till 11:59 PM

• Application Process: Entirely online via the official LIC website—licindia.in

Eligibility & Application Details

• Educational Qualification: Must be a graduate (Bachelor’s degree) from a recognized university.

• Age Criteria:

  • Minimum: 21 years

  • Maximum: 30 years (as of August 1, 2025)

  • Relaxations applicable as per category norms

• Application Fees:

  • SC/ST/PwBD: ₹85 + charges + GST

  • All Others: ₹700 + charges + GST

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

• Stages:

  1. Preliminary Exam (qualifying in nature — marks not counted in final merit)

  2. Main Exam (objective + descriptive for Specialists; objective for Generalists/AE)

  3. Interview

  4. Pre-recruitment Medical Exam

• Preliminary Exam:

  • Sections: Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness (qualifying only)

  • Negative marking applies (1/4 penalty per wrong answer)

• Main Exam for Specialists:

  • Objective Test: 150 marks

  • Descriptive Test: 150 marks

  • No negative marking; both parts online in a single sitting

• Final Merit: Based on Main Exam + Interview performance

Salary & Additional Insights

• Pay Scale: ₹88,635 to ₹1,69,025 per month, with total monthly emoluments including allowances reaching around ₹1.26 lakhs in “A” Class cities.

• Selection Preference: For those seeking stable government roles in finance and administration, this is highly sought-after.

Timeline at a Glance

Preparing Your Application

1. Download the official notification from LIC’s website (available separately for Generalist and Specialist/AE posts).

2. Ensure eligibility—verify educational qualification, age, and other requirements.

3. Complete registration within the deadline, with valid documents and payment.

4. Start preparing early—mock tests, syllabus review, and previous years’ papers can give you an edge.

This LIC AAO & AE Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for graduates aiming for a prestigious, well-paying career in the public sector. With over 840 openings, it is one of the most significant recruitment drives this year.

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