Exciting news for banking and insurance job aspirants! The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has just released its much-awaited 2025 recruitment notifications, announcing a massive
841 vacancies for the roles of Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) in Generalist and Specialist cadres, as well as Assistant Engineer (AE). This is a golden opportunity to launch a secure and rewarding career in one of India’s most prestigious public sector undertakings.
This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about these notifications. We’ll cover important dates, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, the selection process, and the attractive salary package for all the advertised posts. Let’s dive in!
Mark Your Calendars: Key Dates You Can’t Miss
First things first, let’s lock in the important dates. The entire application process for all posts will be conducted online, so make sure you don’t miss these crucial deadlines.
- Online Registration Starts: August 16, 2025
- Online Registration Ends: September 8, 2025
- Call Letter Download: 7 days before the exam
- Preliminary Exam (Tentative): October 3, 2025
- Main Exam (Tentative): November 8, 2025
It’s a good practice to keep an eye on the “Careers” section of the official LIC website (licindia.in) for any updates or changes to this schedule.
Vacancy Breakdown: Find Your Opportunity
This year, LIC has rolled out an impressive number of vacancies across three different streams. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
AAO (Generalist): 350 Vacancies
This is one of the most sought-after roles. The 350 vacancies are distributed as follows:
- Unreserved (UR): 142
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 51
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 28
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 91
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 38
AAO (Specialist): 410 Vacancies
For those with specialized qualifications, LIC has announced 410 vacancies across several fields:
- Insurance Specialist: 310
- Chartered Accountant (CA): 30
- Actuarial: 30
- Legal: 30
- Company Secretary (CS): 10
Assistant Engineer (AE): 81 Vacancies
Engineers also have a great opportunity with 81 vacancies available:
- AE (Civil): 50
- AE (Electrical): 31
In addition, there is a
4% horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) across various posts, in line with government regulations.
Are You Eligible? Let’s Check the Criteria
Before you apply, it’s crucial to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria as of
August 1, 2025.
Educational Qualifications
- AAO (Generalist): A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university is all you need.
- AE (Civil/Electrical): You’ll need a B.Tech/B.E. in the respective engineering discipline, along with a minimum of three years of post-qualification work experience in planning and executing multi-storied building projects.
- AAO (Specialist): Each specialist role has specific requirements:
- Chartered Accountant: You must have passed the Final Examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and be an Associate Member.
- Company Secretary: You must be a qualified member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
- Actuarial: A Bachelor’s Degree is required, along with having passed at least 6 papers from the Institute of Actuaries of India or the UK.
- Insurance Specialist: A Bachelor’s Degree and a Fellowship of the Insurance Institute of India (Life) are required, with at least 5 years of experience in a life insurance company.
- Legal: A Bachelor’s degree in Law is needed, along with being enrolled with the Bar Council and having at least two years of experience as an Advocate or a Law Officer.
Age Limit
For most posts, the age limit is a minimum of 21 years and a maximum of 30 years as of August 1, 2025. However, there are exceptions for some specialist roles:
- AAO (Chartered Accountant) and AAO (Legal): The maximum age is extended to 32 years.
There are also age relaxations for reserved categories as per government norms: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 15 years for PwBD candidates.
The Selection Process: Your Roadmap to Success
The selection for all AAO posts follows a three-tiered process:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
The final merit list will be based on the combined scores of the
Main Exam and the Interview. The prelims are only for qualification.
Phase I: Preliminary Examination
This online, objective test is the first step. The pattern varies slightly between the Generalist and Specialist posts:
- For AAO (Generalist): The exam includes Reasoning Ability (35 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (35 marks), and English Language (30 marks). The English section is qualifying, and its marks won’t be used for ranking. A major plus is that there are no negative marks in this exam!
- For AAO (Specialist) & AE: The pattern is similar, but there is a negative marking of 1/4th for every wrong answer. For the AAO (Legal) post, the sections are Reasoning, English, and General Awareness.
Phase II: Main Examination
Candidates who clear the prelims will move on to the main exam, which includes both objective and descriptive tests.
- For AAO (Generalist): This exam consists of an objective test (300 marks) covering Reasoning, GK & Current Affairs, Data Analysis, and Insurance & Financial Market Awareness. There is also a qualifying descriptive English test (25 marks). Again, there is no negative marking.
- For AAO (Specialist) & AE: The main exam focuses more on professional knowledge. It includes an objective test on Reasoning, General Awareness, and Professional Knowledge, along with a descriptive paper on Professional Knowledge and a qualifying English test.
Phase III: Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, which carries 60 marks. You’ll need to secure minimum qualifying marks in the interview to be considered for the final merit list.
Salary, Perks, and What to Expect
An AAO or AE role at LIC comes with an excellent salary and benefits package.
- Basic Pay: ₹88,635/- per month
- Total Emoluments: In an ‘A’ Class city, the total monthly salary, including allowances, will be approximately ₹1,26,000/-.
- Other Benefits: You’ll also be entitled to a pension, LTC, medical benefits, vehicle loans, and other perks as per the rules.
Selected candidates will be on probation for one year, which can be extended to two years. You will also need to sign a
four-year service bond, failing which a penalty of ₹5,00,000/- will be applicable.
How to Apply: A Step-by-Step Guide
Applications must be submitted online through the official LIC website between August 16 and September 8, 2025.
Application Fee:
- For SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: ₹85/- + GST & Transaction Charges
- For all other Candidates: ₹700/- + GST & Transaction Charges
Before applying, make sure you have scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration ready. The text for the declaration is:
“I, _____ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a stable and prosperous career. Don’t wait until the last minute—start your preparations today!
Good luck!
