The Directorate of Town and Country Planning Assam under the Department of Housing and Urban Affairs has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for the recruitment of 8 contractual staff positions. The available posts include Specialist Architect, Senior GIS Expert, and GIS Assistant.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications in the prescribed Standard Application Form before 31 March 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Directorate of Town & Country Planning Assam |
|---|---|
| Department | Housing and Urban Affairs Department |
| Job Type | Assam Government Contractual Job |
| Total Posts | 8 |
| Job Location | Guwahati (with travel across Assam) |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 31 March 2026 |
About Town & Country Planning Assam Recruitment
The recruitment drive by the Directorate of Town & Country Planning Assam aims to hire experienced professionals for urban planning, GIS mapping, and architectural development projects across the state. The selected candidates will work on projects related to urban design, GIS mapping, drainage master plans, and spatial database development for urban infrastructure planning in Assam.
All appointments will be contractual for an initial period of 11 months, with the possibility of extension depending on performance.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Specialist Architect | 2 |
| Senior GIS Expert | 2 |
| GIS Assistant | 4 |
| Total | 8 |
Educational Qualification
1. Specialist Architect
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture
- Master’s Degree in Urban Design / Landscape Architecture / Architecture or equivalent
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in architectural design, urban planning, and landscaping projects.
2. Senior GIS Expert
- M.Sc / M.Tech / MA in GIS / Geography / Remote Sensing & GIS / Geomatics / Geo Informatics
OR - B.Plan / M.Plan with GIS & Remote Sensing
Experience:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in GIS spatial analysis.
3. GIS Assistant
- M.Sc / M.Tech / MA in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geo Informatics / Geomatics / Geography
OR - B.Plan / M.Plan with GIS & Remote Sensing
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in GIS spatial analysis.
Skills Required:
- GIS software knowledge (ArcGIS, QGIS, Global Mapper)
- AutoCAD
- GIS data processing and field data collection.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Specialist Architect | 40 years |
| Senior GIS Expert | 38 years |
| GIS Assistant | 35 years |
Age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026.
Salary
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Specialist Architect | Up to ₹1,20,000 |
| Senior GIS Expert | Up to ₹1,00,000 |
| GIS Assistant | Up to ₹75,000 |
Annual increment may be provided based on performance appraisal and government approval.
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
How to Apply
Candidates need to send their applications in the Standard Application Form available at the official website.
Steps to apply:
- Visit the official website of Town & Country Planning Assam.
- Download the Standard Application Form.
- Prepare the application along with the required documents.
- Send the application by post to the address below.
Postal Address:
Director
Directorate of Town & Country Planning Assam
Dispur, Guwahati – 781006
Applicants must clearly mention “THE POST FOR WHICH APPLIED FOR” on the envelope.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | Already Started |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://tcp.assam.gov.in/ |
| Standard Application Form | Available on official website |
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for Town & Country Planning Assam Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application is 31 March 2026.
2. How many vacancies are available in TCP Assam Recruitment?
There are 8 contractual vacancies available.
3. What is the salary for GIS Assistant in TCP Assam?
The monthly remuneration for GIS Assistant is up to ₹75,000.
4. What is the job location for these posts?
The job location will be Guwahati with travel across different districts of Assam.