LIC Opens Doors to 841 Prestigious Posts: AAO & AE Recruitment 2025 Begins Today

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has officially launched its much-anticipated recruitment drive for 2025, inviting applications for 841 vacancies across Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) and Assistant Engineer (AE) roles. The registration process commenced today, August 16, 2025, and will remain open until September 8, 2025. This nationwide opportunity offers a gateway to one of India’s most respected public sector institutions, promising career stability, growth, and a chance to contribute to LIC’s legacy of trust and service.

The recruitment spans multiple disciplines, including Generalist AAOs, Specialist AAOs, and Engineers in Civil and Electrical domains. With a rigorous selection process and attractive compensation packages, the LIC AAO & AE 2025 recruitment is expected to draw thousands of aspirants from across the country.

Key Highlights From The Notification

- Total vacancies: 841 posts  
- Registration window: August 16 to September 8, 2025  
- Posts include:  
  - AAO (Generalist): 350  
  - AAO (Specialist): 410 (including Chartered Accountant, Legal, Actuarial, Insurance, and Company Secretary roles)  
  - AE (Civil): 50  
  - AE (Electrical): 31  
- Application fee:  
  - Rs. 85 plus GST and transaction charges for SC/ST/PwBD candidates  
  - Rs. 700 plus GST and transaction charges for all other categories  
- Selection process: Preliminary exam, Mains exam, Interview, and Medical examination  
- Preliminary exam date: October 3, 2025  
- Mains exam date: November 8, 2025  

Eligibility Criteria And Educational Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following criteria as of August 1, 2025:

1. AAO (Generalist):  
   - Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized Indian university or institution  
   - Age limit: 21 to 30 years (born between August 2, 1995, and August 1, 2004)  

2. AAO (Specialist):  
   - Chartered Accountant: CA qualification from ICAI  
   - Legal: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB)  
   - Actuarial: Graduation with Actuarial Science credentials  
   - Insurance: Graduation with specialization in Insurance  
   - Company Secretary: CS qualification from ICSI  

3. AE (Civil/Electrical):  
   - B.Tech/B.E. in Civil or Electrical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized institution  
   - Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in planning and execution of multi-storied building projects  
   - Age limit: 21 to 30 years  

Selection Process Breakdown

LIC’s recruitment process is structured to ensure merit-based selection through a multi-tiered evaluation:

- Phase I: Preliminary Examination  
  - Objective-type test  
  - Marks not counted in final merit  

- Phase II: Mains Examination  
  - Includes professional knowledge for specialist roles  
  - Marks considered for shortlisting  

- Phase III: Interview  
  - Final merit list based on Mains + Interview scores  

- Phase IV: Pre-recruitment Medical Examination  
  - Mandatory for all shortlisted candidates  

Salary And Career Prospects

Successful candidates can expect a starting monthly salary of approximately Rs. 1,26,000 in an ‘A’ Class city, along with other benefits such as housing allowance, medical coverage, and pension schemes. The AAO and AE roles offer long-term career growth, with opportunities for promotion to senior management positions within LIC.

How To Apply

Interested candidates must apply online through LIC’s official website at licindia.in. The application form requires personal details, educational qualifications, scanned documents, and payment of the applicable fee. Admit cards for the preliminary exam will be released seven days before the exam date.

Looking Ahead

LIC’s AAO and AE recruitment drive is more than a hiring initiative—it’s a strategic move to strengthen its operational and administrative capabilities as it adapts to evolving market dynamics. With a focus on digital transformation and customer-centric services, LIC is seeking professionals who can uphold its values while driving innovation.

Sources: LIC India, MSN India, Hindustan Times, ResultBharat, GovtJobsAlert.in.