LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

EXAM SYLLABUS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) and Assistant Engineer (AE) Exam 2025, as detailed in the "AAO Generalist notification 2025-Final.pdf" and "AAO Specialist notification 2025-Final.pdf," follows a structured syllabus for the Preliminary and Main examinations across all designations: AAO Generalist, AAO Specialist (Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, Actuarial, Insurance Specialist, Legal), and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical). Below is a comprehensive and detailed syllabus for each phase, covering all major topics and subtopics as specified in the official notifications, supplemented by insights from reliable web sources to ensure completeness.

1. Preliminary Examination Syllabus (Phase I)

The Preliminary Exam is common for all designations (AAO Generalist, AAO Specialist, Assistant Engineer) and consists of three sections: Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. The exam is online, objective (MCQs), with 100 questions for 70 marks (English is qualifying) over 1 hour. Below is the detailed syllabus for each section.

Reasoning Ability (35 Questions, 35 Marks, 20 Minutes)

Purpose: Tests logical and analytical thinking skills, critical for administrative roles.

Topics:

Puzzles: Floor-based, box-based, circular/linear seating arrangements, scheduling, tabulation, and complex multi-variable puzzles.

Seating Arrangements: Linear, circular, square, parallel rows, with or without blood relations.

Coding-Decoding: Letter-to-letter, number-to-letter, fictitious codes, and conditional coding.

Syllogism: Statements and conclusions (2–4 statements), possibility-based questions.

Blood Relations: Family tree, coded relations, direct and indirect relationships.

Direction Sense: Directions (North, South, etc.), distance-based problems, coded directions.

Inequalities: Direct inequalities (e.g., A > B > C), coded inequalities (e.g., A $ B % C).

Data Sufficiency: 2–3 statement-based questions to determine sufficiency for answering.

Alphanumeric/Number Series: Mixed series, word-number combinations, missing terms.

Logical Reasoning: Cause-effect, statement-assumption, argument strength, course of action.

Miscellaneous: Ranking, order and sequence, analogy, classification.

Key Notes: Emphasis on time-bound problem-solving; high-weightage topics include puzzles and seating arrangements (10–15 questions).

Quantitative Aptitude (35 Questions, 35 Marks, 20 Minutes)

Purpose: Assesses numerical ability and data handling, essential for financial and administrative tasks.

Topics:

Simplification/Approximation: BODMAS, fractions, decimals, square/cube roots.

Number Series: Missing number, wrong number, arithmetic, geometric, mixed patterns.

Data Interpretation (DI): Bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts, tables, caselets (5–10 questions per set).

Arithmetic: Percentage, profit and loss, simple/compound interest, ratio and proportion, time and work, time and distance, averages, mixtures and alligations, partnerships.

Quadratic Equations: Factorization, formula-based, comparison of roots.

Data Sufficiency: 2–3 statement-based numerical problems.

Number System: Divisibility, LCM/HCF, fractions, surds, indices.

Probability and Permutation/Combination: Basic probability, arrangements, selections.

Mensuration: Area, perimeter, volume of 2D/3D shapes (e.g., circle, rectangle, cube).

Key Notes: DI and arithmetic dominate (15–20 questions); focus on speed and accuracy for calculations.

English Language (30 Questions, 30 Marks, 20 Minutes, Qualifying)

Purpose: Tests language proficiency; marks do not count for ranking but require minimum qualifying score.

Topics:

Reading Comprehension: Passages (insurance, finance, social issues) with 5–10 questions on main idea, inference, vocabulary, tone.

Cloze Test: Fill-in-the-blanks with context-based words (5–7 blanks).

Error Detection: Spotting grammatical/syntactical errors in sentences.

Sentence Improvement/Correction: Replacing phrases or rewriting sentences for clarity.

Para Jumbles: Rearranging 5–6 sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, word usage, one-word substitutions.

Fill in the Blanks: Single/double fillers, context-based vocabulary.

Phrase Replacement: Idioms, phrasal verbs, or grammatically correct alternatives.

Grammar: Tenses, subject-verb agreement, prepositions, articles, conjunctions.

Key Notes: Comprehension and cloze test are high-scoring (10–15 questions); focus on grammar rules and vocabulary.

General Notes for Prelims:

Common syllabus for all designations, ensuring uniform assessment at this stage.

Candidates must clear sectional and aggregate cut-offs (set by LIC, varying by category: SC/ST/OBC/EWS/General/PwBD).

Approximately 20 times the vacancies (~15,000–20,000 candidates) are shortlisted for the Main Exam.

2. Main Examination Syllabus (Phase II)

The Main Exam differs for AAO Generalist versus AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, reflecting the roles’ distinct requirements. It is online, with objective (MCQs) and descriptive components, lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. Marks from the objective test contribute to the final merit, while the descriptive test is qualifying. Below is the detailed syllabus for each designation.

A. AAO Generalist Main Exam

Structure: 120 objective questions (300 marks, 2 hours) + 2 descriptive questions (25 marks, 30 minutes).

Syllabus:

Reasoning Ability (90 Marks):

Advanced Puzzles: Complex floor-based, box-based, scheduling, comparison-based, multi-variable puzzles (e.g., 5–10 questions per set).

Seating Arrangements: Circular, linear, square, with additional parameters (e.g., blood relations, preferences).

Input-Output: Word-number arrangements, shifting patterns.

Syllogism: Advanced with possibility cases, negative conclusions.

Logical Reasoning: Statement-assumption, inference, argument strength, course of action, cause-effect.

Critical Reasoning: Strong/weak arguments, decision-making scenarios.

Data Sufficiency: Reasoning-based, 3–4 statement problems.

Miscellaneous: Direction sense, inequalities, coding-decoding (advanced).

Key Notes: High-weightage section; puzzles and logical reasoning dominate (15–20 questions).

General Knowledge, Current Affairs (60 Marks):

Static GK: Indian history, geography, polity, economy, culture, important dates.

Current Affairs: Last 6 months’ national/international events, government schemes, awards, sports, summits, appointments, books/authors.

Banking & Insurance: Basic banking terms, RBI policies, budget highlights.

Key Notes: Focus on events from March–September 2025; newspapers like The Hindu recommended.

Data Analysis & Interpretation (90 Marks):

Data Interpretation: Complex bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts, tables, caselets, missing data DI, mixed DI.

Data Sufficiency: Numerical and logical data sufficiency (3–5 statements).

Quantitative Comparisons: Comparing values, percentages, ratios.

Arithmetic: Advanced problems on profit/loss, time/work, probability, permutations, mensuration.

Key Notes: High-scoring section; DI sets (10–15 questions) require quick calculations.

Insurance & Financial Market Awareness (60 Marks):

Insurance Sector: Types of insurance (life, general), LIC products, IRDAI regulations, insurance terminology (premium, sum assured, underwriting).

Financial Markets: Stock markets, mutual funds, bonds, SEBI regulations, financial instruments.

Banking Awareness: Banking operations, RBI functions, financial inclusion schemes.

Economic Awareness: Budget, economic surveys, GDP, inflation, fiscal policies.

Key Notes: Focus on LIC’s role, IRDAI guidelines, and recent financial news.

English Language (Descriptive, Qualifying):

Topics: Letter writing (formal: to authorities; informal: personal), essay writing (on insurance, finance, socio-economic issues), précis writing, report writing.

Key Notes: Evaluated only for objective test qualifiers; focus on clarity, structure, and grammar.

B. AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer Main Exam

Structure: 100 objective questions (150 marks, 2 hours) + 2 descriptive questions (25 marks, 30 minutes).

Syllabus:

Reasoning Ability (25 Marks):

Similar to Generalist but less weightage: Advanced puzzles, seating arrangements, input-output, syllogism, logical reasoning, data sufficiency, direction sense, inequalities.

Key Notes: Focus on quick-solving for puzzles (5–10 questions).

General Knowledge, Current Affairs (25 Marks, Qualifying for AAO Legal):

Same as Generalist: Static GK, last 6 months’ current affairs, banking/insurance basics.

Key Notes: Essential for non-Legal roles; read newspapers for updates.

Insurance & Financial Market Awareness (50 Marks):

Same as Generalist: IRDAI regulations, LIC products, financial markets, SEBI, banking, economic policies.

Key Notes: Emphasize insurance-specific knowledge for Specialist roles.

Professional Knowledge (Objective, 50 Marks, Normalized to 150):

Chartered Accountant:

Accounting Standards (AS, Ind AS), financial reporting, balance sheets, profit/loss accounts.

Auditing: Statutory, internal, tax audits, audit procedures.

Taxation: Income Tax Act, GST, corporate taxation.

Cost and Management Accounting: Budgeting, cost control, variance analysis.

Company Secretary:

Companies Act, 2013: Incorporation, board meetings, shareholder rights.

Corporate Governance: Ethics, compliance, CSR.

Securities Laws: SEBI regulations, stock exchange compliance.

Secretarial Audit and Due Diligence.

Actuarial:

Actuarial Mathematics: Probability, life contingencies, annuities.

Risk Management: Insurance risk models, mortality tables.

Statistical Methods: Regression, time series, data analysis.

Actuarial Standards (IAI/IFoA).

Insurance Specialist:

Life Insurance Principles: Policy types, premiums, sum assured.

Underwriting: Risk assessment, policy issuance.

Claims Management: Settlement procedures, fraud detection.

IRDAI Regulations: Compliance, licensing, consumer protection.

Legal:

Indian Contract Act, 1872: Agreements, breach, remedies.

Insurance Laws: IRDA Act, LIC Act, policyholder rights.

Corporate Laws: Companies Act, securities regulations.

Constitutional Law: Fundamental rights, legal procedures.

Legal Drafting: Agreements, notices.

Assistant Engineer (Civil):

Structural Engineering: Design, analysis, RCC structures.

Construction Management: Project planning, scheduling, cost estimation.

Building Materials: Cement, steel, concrete properties.

Surveying: Land measurement, leveling, GIS applications.

Assistant Engineer (Electrical):

Electrical Systems: Circuit design, power distribution.

Power Engineering: Transformers, generators, load flow analysis.

Project Execution: Electrical installations, safety standards.

Renewable Energy: Basics of solar, wind systems.

Professional Knowledge (Descriptive, Qualifying):

Format: Case studies, technical reports, or role-specific questions (e.g., audit report for CA, legal opinion for Legal, project plan for Engineers).

Key Notes: Focus on practical application, clarity, and technical accuracy.

3. General Notes

Cut-offs: LIC sets minimum qualifying marks for each section and aggregate, varying by category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/General/PwBD). Cut-offs are released with results.

Normalization: Marks for Specialist/Engineer objective tests (150 marks) are normalized to 300 for merit calculation, ensuring parity with Generalist.

Language: Objective tests in English/Hindi; descriptive tests in English (except Professional Knowledge, which may include technical terms).

Interview Preparation: The Main Exam syllabus (especially Insurance Awareness and Professional Knowledge) is relevant for Interview questions.

Sources: Syllabus details are derived from the official notifications and corroborated by web sources, ensuring alignment with LIC’s requirements.

Updates: Candidates should check www.licindia.in for any syllabus modifications or additional guidelines.

IMPORTANT LINKS

For Official Website: Click Here

For Official Assistant Engineers & AAO Specialist Notification: Click Here

For Official AAO Generalist Notification: Click Here

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

EXAM PATTERN

The LIC recruitment exam for AAO Generalist, AAO Specialist, and Assistant Engineer follows a three-tiered process: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview, plus a medical exam.

1. Overview of the Selection Process

Three Stages:

Phase I: Preliminary Examination (Online, Objective, Qualifying in nature).

Phase II: Main Examination (Online, Objective + Descriptive, contributes to final merit).

Phase III: Interview (Personality test, contributes to final merit).

Followed by a Pre-recruitment Medical Examination for selected candidates.

Final Merit: Determined by combining marks from the Main Examination (objective test) and the Interview. Preliminary Exam marks are not counted for final ranking.

Vacancies: 841 total (350 AAO Generalist, 410 AAO Specialist, 81 Assistant Engineer).

Exam Dates (Tentative):

Preliminary Exam: October 3, 2025.

Main Exam: November 8, 2025.

2. Preliminary Examination (Phase I)

Mode: Online, Objective-type (Multiple Choice Questions, MCQs).

Duration: 1 hour (60 minutes).

Total Questions/Marks: 100 questions, 70 marks (English Language section is qualifying).

Sectional Timing: Yes, each section has a fixed time limit.

Purpose: Qualifying stage to shortlist candidates (~20 times vacancies) for the Main Exam.

Negative Marking:

AAO Generalist: No negative marking.

AAO Specialist (CA, CS, Actuarial, Insurance Specialist, Legal), Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical): 1/4th mark (0.25) penalty for each wrong answer.

Language: Questions available in English and Hindi (except English Language section).

3. Main Examination (Phase II)

Mode: Online, combination of Objective (MCQs) and Descriptive tests.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (2 hours for Objective, 30 minutes for Descriptive).

Purpose: Contributes to final merit (combined with Interview marks).

Negative Marking: No negative marking for any designation in the Main Exam.

Language: Objective tests in English and Hindi; Descriptive test in English only.

Structure: Differs for AAO Generalist vs. AAO Specialist/Assistant Engineer.

4. Interview (Phase III)

Mode: Personal interview, conducted in person or online (as decided by LIC).

Marks: Maximum 60 marks, combined with Main Exam objective marks for final merit.

Purpose: Assesses candidates’ communication skills, confidence, personality, and suitability for administrative/engineering roles.

5. Pre-recruitment Medical Examination

Requirement: Candidates shortlisted after the Interview undergo a medical examination to confirm physical fitness.

Details:

Conducted by LIC-empanelled medical examiners.

Candidates bear any associated costs.

Final appointment is subject to satisfactory medical reports.

Note: Non-compliance or failure in the medical exam results in disqualification, even if selected in prior stages.

6. Key Differences Across Designations

Preliminary Exam:

Identical structure for all designations (AAO Generalist, Specialist, Assistant Engineer).

Difference: No negative marking for AAO Generalist; 0.25 penalty per wrong answer for Specialist/Engineer.

Main Exam:

AAO Generalist: Focuses on Reasoning, Data Analysis, General Knowledge, and Insurance Awareness; higher weightage for objective sections (300 marks).

AAO Specialist/Assistant Engineer: Includes Professional Knowledge (objective and descriptive); lower total objective marks (150) with normalization; General Knowledge qualifying for Legal.

Descriptive test varies: English (Letter/Essay) for Generalist; Professional Knowledge for Specialist/Engineer.

Interview: Tailored to role-specific requirements (e.g., technical questions for Engineers, legal expertise for AAO Legal).

7. General Notes

Cut-off Marks: LIC determines minimum qualifying marks for each section and aggregate, varying by category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/General/PwBD). Cut-offs are released with results.

Exam Centers: Conducted across major cities in India (e.g., Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai); candidates select preferred centers during application (August 16–September 8, 2025).

Admit Card: Separate admit cards for Prelims and Mains, downloadable from www.licindia.in ~7 days before each exam.

Modifications: LIC reserves the right to modify the exam pattern, which will be notified via the official website.

PwBD Provisions:

Eligible PwBD candidates (Locomotor, Visual, Hearing, Intellectual, Multiple Disabilities) receive 20 minutes per hour compensatory time if registered during application.

Scribe allowed for visually impaired or candidates with impaired writing ability, subject to LIC verification.

IMPORTANT LINKS

For Official Website: Click Here

For Official Assistant Engineers & AAO Specialist Notification: Click Here

For Official AAO Generalist Notification: Click Here

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The eligibility criteria, require candidates to be aged 21–30 years, with relaxations for SC/ST (+5 years), OBC (+3 years), PwBD (+10–15 years), Ex-Servicemen (+5–10 years), and LIC employees (+5 years). Educational qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree for AAO Generalist, specific professional qualifications and experience for AAO Specialists (e.g., ICAI membership for CA, 5+ years in insurance for Insurance Specialist), and B.Tech/B.E. with 3 years’ experience for Assistant Engineers. 

1. Nationality

Requirement: Candidates must be Indian Citizens for all designations—AAO Generalist, AAO Specialist (across all five specializations: Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, Actuarial, Insurance Specialist, Legal), and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical).

Details: LIC invites applications from "eligible Indian Citizens" only. There are no provisions for non-residents, foreign nationals, or persons of Indian origin (PIO)/overseas citizens of India (OCI) unless they hold Indian citizenship. This ensures compliance with LIC’s recruitment policy, which aligns with government regulations for public sector undertakings in India. Candidates may need to provide proof of citizenship (e.g., passport, voter ID, or Aadhaar) during verification stages, such as the interview or document scrutiny.

2. Age Limits

AAO Generalist, AAO Specialist (Company Secretary, Actuarial, Insurance Specialist), Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical):

Minimum Age: 21 years (completed).

Maximum Age: 30 years.

Date of Birth Range: Candidates must be born between August 2, 1995, and August 1, 2004 (both dates inclusive). This means candidates must have turned 21 by August 1, 2025, and not crossed 30 years on that date.

AAO Specialist (Chartered Accountant, Legal):

Minimum Age: 21 years (completed).

Maximum Age: 32 years.

Date of Birth Range: Candidates must be born between August 2, 1993, and August 1, 2004 (both dates inclusive). The extended upper age limit accounts for the additional professional experience required for these roles.

Purpose: The age criteria ensure candidates have sufficient maturity and experience while aligning with LIC’s workforce planning for long-term service. The slightly higher age limit for CA and Legal roles reflects the time needed to acquire professional qualifications and experience.

3. Age Relaxations

To promote inclusivity and comply with government guidelines, LIC provides age relaxations for specific categories:

Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST): Additional 5 years (e.g., max age 35 for Generalist/Engineer, 37 for CA/Legal).

Other Backward Classes (OBC, Non-Creamy Layer): Additional 3 years (e.g., max age 33 for Generalist/Engineer, 35 for CA/Legal).

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):

General: +10 years (e.g., max age 40 for Generalist/Engineer, 42 for CA/Legal).

SC/ST: +15 years (e.g., max age 45 for Generalist/Engineer, 47 for CA/Legal).

OBC: +13 years (e.g., max age 43 for Generalist/Engineer, 45 for CA/Legal).

Ex-Servicemen, Commissioned Officers including Emergency Commissioned Officers (ECO)/Short Service Commissioned Officers (SSCO):

General: +5 years (e.g., max age 35 for Generalist/Engineer, 37 for CA/Legal).

SC/ST: +10 years (e.g., max age 40 for Generalist/Engineer, 42 for CA/Legal).

OBC: +8 years (e.g., max age 38 for Generalist/Engineer, 40 for CA/Legal).

Condition: Candidates must have served at least 5 years in the military and been released on completion of assignment (or within 6 months from the notification date, i.e., August 16, 2025) due to reasons other than dismissal, misconduct, inefficiency, physical disability attributable to military service, or invalidment.

Confirmed LIC Employees: Additional 5 years relaxation, cumulative with other applicable relaxations (e.g., an SC LIC employee could get +10 years total).

Verification: Candidates claiming relaxation must submit relevant certificates (e.g., caste certificate, disability certificate, ex-servicemen discharge papers) at the interview stage. LIC verifies these documents, and any discrepancies lead to candidature cancellation.

4. Educational Qualifications

The educational qualifications vary by designation, reflecting the roles’ specific requirements. All degrees must be from recognized Indian universities/institutions or boards approved by government bodies (e.g., UGC, AICTE), with results declared by August 1, 2025.

AAO Generalist:

Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized Indian University/Institution.

Details: This broad criterion allows graduates from arts, science, commerce, or other streams to apply, making the role accessible to a wide pool. No minimum percentage is specified, but candidates must provide mark sheets/provisional certificates at the interview to confirm the degree’s completion by the cutoff date.

AAO Specialist:

Chartered Accountant (CA):

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

Must have passed the Final Examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

Must be an Associate Member of ICAI, with a verifiable membership number.

Completion of Articles as prescribed by ICAI (typically 3 years of practical training).

Purpose: Ensures candidates have advanced accounting expertise and professional certification for financial roles in LIC.

Company Secretary (CS):

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

Qualified Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), with a verifiable membership number.

Purpose: Requires specialized knowledge in corporate governance and compliance, critical for LIC’s legal and administrative functions.

Actuarial:

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

Must have passed at least 6 papers of the examination conducted by the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) or the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, UK, as of August 1, 2025, with a verifiable membership number.

Purpose: Targets candidates with actuarial skills for risk assessment and insurance product design, requiring partial qualification toward fellowship.

Insurance Specialist:

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

Fellowship of the Insurance Institute of India (III), Life Insurance stream.

Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience in life insurance companies regulated by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

Purpose: Demands in-depth industry experience to handle LIC’s core insurance operations.

Legal:

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a UGC-recognized University/College.

Minimum 50% marks in aggregate across all semesters/years (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved vacancies).

Enrolled with the Bar Council as an Advocate.

At least 2 years of post-enrollment experience as an Advocate or as a Law Officer in the Legal Department of a bank, financial institution, statutory corporation, company, or State/Central Government.

Purpose: Ensures legal expertise for handling LIC’s contractual and regulatory matters.

Assistant Engineer:

Civil:

B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering from an AICTE-recognized Indian University/Institution.

Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in planning and execution of multi-storied building projects with required infrastructure.

Purpose: Requires technical expertise for managing LIC’s infrastructure projects.

Electrical:

B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized Indian University/Institution.

Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in planning and execution of multi-storied building projects with required infrastructure.

Purpose: Ensures skills for electrical system design and project execution in LIC facilities.

Additional Notes:

Result Declaration: The passing date on the mark sheet/provisional certificate determines eligibility, and results must be declared by August 1, 2025.

No Equivalent Qualifications: LIC does not accept qualifications deemed equivalent to those specified unless explicitly stated.

Documentation: Candidates must submit original mark sheets/certificates at the interview, and LIC verifies qualifications with issuing authorities (e.g., ICAI, ICSI, Bar Council).

5. Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

LIC provides a 4% horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates as per Section 34 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016. Eligible disability categories vary slightly by designation:

Locomotor Disability (LD):

AAO Generalist/Specialist: Includes one arm, one leg, both arms, both legs, one arm and one leg (provided independent mobility is not affected), leprosy-cured persons, cerebral palsy, dwarfism, muscular dystrophy, and acid attack victims.

Assistant Engineer (Civil): Includes one arm, one leg (independent mobility not affected), leprosy-cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims.

Assistant Engineer (Electrical): Includes one leg (independent mobility not affected), leprosy-cured, cerebral palsy, dwarfism, acid attack victims.

Visual Impairment (VI):

Eligible for AAO Generalist and AAO Specialist as defined under RPwD Act, 2016 (e.g., low vision, blindness).

Not eligible for Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) due to technical job requirements.

Hearing Impairment (HI):

Eligible for all designations (deaf or hard of hearing as per RPwD Act, 2016).

Intellectual Disability (ID):

AAO Generalist/Specialist: Includes mental illness.

Assistant Engineer (Civil): Includes specific learning disability, mental illness.

Assistant Engineer (Electrical): Includes specific learning disability, mental illness, Autism Spectrum Disorder-M.

Multiple Disabilities (MD):

AAO Generalist/Specialist: Combination of LD, VI, HI, or ID disabilities.

Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical): Combination of LD and HI/ID disabilities.

Certificate Requirement:

PwBD candidates must submit a latest disability certificate issued by a Competent Authority as prescribed in the RPwD Act, 2016.

Certificates are subject to verification at any stage; invalid, forged, or tampered certificates lead to candidature cancellation, appointment termination, and possible legal action.

Scribe Provisions:

Visually impaired candidates or those with permanently affected writing speed can arrange their own scribe at their cost for online exams (Preliminary and Main).

Scribe Eligibility:

Must not be a candidate for the same exam.

Qualification one step below the candidate’s.

From a different academic stream.

Not a current or ex-LIC employee.

Both candidate and scribe must submit an undertaking confirming eligibility.

If a scribe answers independently, the exam session is terminated, and candidature is cancelled.

LIC may verify scribe’s identity/qualifications; discrepancies result in cancellation and potential legal proceedings.

Compensatory Time:

PwBD candidates with locomotor disability/cerebral palsy (minimum 40% impairment) or those using a scribe receive 20 minutes per hour of compensatory time.

Compensatory time is system-based and requires prior registration during application.

Non-registered candidates cannot claim this concession during the exam.

6. Additional Requirements

Single Application Rule:

Candidates can apply for only one post (AAO Generalist, AAO Specialist, or Assistant Engineer) as notified on August 16, 2025.

Multiple applications lead to only the latest valid application being retained, with application fees/intimation charges for others forfeited without notice.

Multiple appearances at interviews/joining also result in candidature cancellation.

No Category Changes:

After submitting the online application, candidates cannot change their category (e.g., SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/General).

No correspondence (email, phone, etc.) will be entertained for such requests.

Ex-Servicemen Documentation:

Candidates claiming ex-servicemen relaxation must submit certificates at the interview proving 5 years of military service and release under eligible conditions (e.g., not due to misconduct or dismissal).

Those due to complete assignments within 6 months from August 16, 2025, are also eligible, provided they meet other criteria.

Application and Verification:

Applications were accepted online only from August 16, 2025, to September 8, 2025, via www.licindia.in.

LIC reserves the right to verify all eligibility criteria (nationality, age, education, disability, ex-servicemen status) at any stage, including post-appointment.

Non-compliance, invalid documents, or misrepresentation results in candidature cancellation, appointment termination, and potential legal action, including recovery of costs.

No Vested Rights:

Meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee appointment, as vacancies (350 for AAO Generalist, 410 for AAO Specialist, 81 for Assistant Engineer) are provisional and subject to LIC’s actual requirements.

Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD follows prevailing government guidelines at the time of result finalization.

IMPORTANT LINKS

For Official Website: Click Here

For Official Assistant Engineers & AAO Specialist Notification: Click Here

For Official AAO Generalist Notification: Click Here

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

IMPORTANT LINKS

For Official Website: Click Here

For Official Assistant Engineers & AAO Specialist Notification: Click Here

For Official AAO Generalist Notification: Click Here

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is O

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

LIC AAO Preliminary Exam Analysis 2020-21

The LIC AAO  AE Prelims exam was earlier supposed to take place on 4th April 2020 but was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances and took place on 28th August in various shifts. Let us have a look at the individual sections and the type of questions asked in the exam. This analysis will help all the candidates who have appeared in the exam or all those aspirants who are going to appear for the exam in the future.

LIC AAO Prelim Exam Analysis 28 August 2021 SHIFT 1

1. Quantitative Aptitude

The quantitative aptitude section of LIC AAO Prelims exam 2021 was of Moderate Difficulty Level. There were three DI asked:
Tabular DI
Caselet DI
Line Graph DI

2. Reasoning Ability

The reasoning ability section of the LIC AAO Prelims 2021 exam was of Easy to Moderate Difficulty Level. 20 questions were asked from seating arrangement and puzzle.

3. English Language:

The English language section of LIC AAO 2021 Prelims was of Easy-Moderate Difficulty Level. There were 10 questions asked from the Reading Comprehension Section.

LIC AAO Prelim Exam Analysis 28 August 2021 SHIFT 1 Difficulty-Level

LIC AAO Prelim Exam Analysis 28 August 2021 SHIFT 2

1. Quantitative Aptitude 

2. Reasoning Ability

3. English Language

Difficulty-Level

LIC AAO Preliminary Exam Analysis 2019

Analysis has been done on the paper which has been recently successfully conducted for LIC AAO on 4^th and 5^th May 2019.

LIC AAO Exam Analysis for Preliminary test of 5^th May

1. Quantitative Aptitude:

The Quantitative Aptitude segment in LIC AAO will have a total of 30 questions. The aggregate marks of this section would be 90 marks. The quantitative aptitude contains questions on number juggling, improvement, and data interpretation.

2. Reasoning Ability:

The thinking ability section is the most scoring section. This section essentially measures the applicant's capacity to break down and reach conclusions. There would be a total of 30 questions and marks allotted for this section would be 90.

3. English Language:

English Language test in LIC AAO is of qualifying nature and the marks in this area would not be counted for ranking purposes.

LIC AAO Exam Analysis for Preliminary test of 4^th May

LIC AAO Prelims Exam Analysis 2019 – Slot 1

English Language (Easy to Moderate)

Quantitative Aptitude (Easy to Moderate)

Reasoning Ability (Easy to Moderate)

Good Attempts: 

LIC AAO Prelims Exam Analysis 2019 – Slot 2

English Language (Easy to Moderate)

Quantitative Aptitude (Easy to Moderate)

Reasoning Ability (Easy to Moderate)

Good Attempts:

LIC AAO Prelims Exam Analysis 2019 – Slot 3

English Language (Easy to Moderate)

Quantitative Aptitude (Easy to Moderate)

Reasoning Ability (Easy to Moderate)

Good Attempts:

LIC AAO Prelims Exam Analysis 2019 – Slot 4

English Language (Easy to Moderate)

Quantitative Aptitude (Easy to Moderate)

Reasoning Ability (Easy to Moderate)

Good Attempts:

LIC AAO 2019 Cut-off marks:

IMPORTANT LINKS

For Official Website: Click Here

For Official Assistant Engineers & AAO Specialist Notification: Click Here

For Official AAO Generalist Notification: Click Here

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

STUDY PLANS & TIPS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) and Assistant Engineer exam follows a three-tier structure, Preliminary Exam (online, 100 MCQs, 70 marks, 1 hour; Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English (qualifying); no negative marking for Generalist, 1/4th mark penalty for Specialist/Engineer; tentative date: October 3, 2025), Main Exam (online, 2.5 hours; Generalist: 120 MCQs for 300 marks + 25-mark descriptive English; Specialist/Engineer: 100 MCQs for 150 marks + 150-mark descriptive Professional Knowledge; no negative marking), and Interview followed by a medical exam. Final merit is based on Main + Interview marks. The syllabus includes: Prelims—Reasoning (puzzles, coding-decoding), Quantitative Aptitude (DI, series), English (grammar, vocab); Mains—Generalist: Reasoning, GK/Current Affairs, Data Analysis, Insurance/Financial Awareness, descriptive English; Specialist/Engineer: Reasoning, General/Insurance Awareness, Professional Knowledge (e.g., accounting for CA, structural engineering for Civil).

STUDY TIPS & TRICKS
To crack the LIC AAO exam, focus on these expert-recommended strategies:

Understand the Syllabus & Pattern: Thoroughly review the exam structure, prioritizing high-weightage topics like Reasoning (puzzles, coding-decoding) and Quant (data interpretation, series) for Prelims, and insurance/financial awareness for Mains.

Daily Practice & Speed Building: Attempt daily mocks to improve speed and accuracy, especially for time-bound sections; analyze errors and focus on weak areas like vocabulary or current affairs.

Section-Specific Tricks: For Reasoning/Quant, solve puzzles quickly using shortcuts; read newspapers daily for GK/Current Affairs (last 6 months focus); practice descriptive writing for English/Mains.

Revision & Notes: Maintain a notebook for weak topics, revise formulas/vocab weekly; cover insurance regulations/IRDAI for awareness sections.

General Advice: Study 5-8 hours daily, take breaks, stay healthy; for specialists, emphasize professional knowledge (e.g., accounting for CA).

STUDY PLANS

1-Month Study Plan
With the Prelims on October 3, 2025, this intensive plan (about 7-8 hours/day) focuses on revision and mocks for quick preparation:

Week 1: Days 1-3: Reasoning (puzzles, coding; 3 hours/day) + Quant basics (series, DI; 3 hours). Days 4-5: English grammar/vocab + GK (last 3 months; 4 hours). Days 6-7: Full Prelims mock + analysis.

Week 2: Days 8-10: Advanced Reasoning/Quant practice + Insurance Awareness (IRDAI, policies; 4 hours). Days 11-12: Current Affairs revision + English descriptive. Days 13-14: Mains topics intro + mock.

Week 3: Days 15-17: Specialist/Engineer professional knowledge (if applicable; 4 hours) + Data Analysis. Days 18-19: Full Mains mock + weak area revision. Days 20-21: GK/Financial updates + practice tests.

Week 4: Days 22-25: Daily mocks (Prelims/Mains) + error analysis. Days 26-28: Quick revision of all sections + rest. Days 29-30: Light review + final mock.

3-Month Study Plan
This balanced plan (5-7 hours/day) builds concepts, practices, and revises:

Month 1: Focus on basics—Reasoning/Quant (daily 3 hours, topics like puzzles/DI), English/GK (2 hours, vocab/current affairs). Weekly mock + analysis. Introduce insurance/financial awareness.

Month 2: Advanced practice—Daily sectional tests (Reasoning/Quant), revise GK (last 6 months), start descriptive English/professional knowledge. Bi-weekly full mocks; note weak areas.

Month 3: Intensive revision—Daily mocks (Prelims/Mains), focus on speed/accuracy, cover specialist topics deeply. Final week: Light review, error correction, and rest.

6-Month Study Plan
This gradual plan (3-6 hours/day) is ideal for beginners, emphasizing foundation-building:

Months 1-2: Build basics—Reasoning/Quant fundamentals (daily 2-3 hours), English grammar/vocab, start GK/current affairs notebook. Weekly practice sets; cover syllabus overview.

Months 3-4: Intermediate practice—Sectional mocks, insurance/financial awareness (IRDAI, markets), professional knowledge for specialists. Bi-weekly full tests; revise notes.

Months 5-6: Advanced revision—Daily mocks, focus on weak topics/speed, last 6 months' current affairs. Final month: Intensive tests, descriptive practice, and relaxation techniques.

IMPORTANT LINKS

For Official Website: Click Here

For Official Assistant Engineers & AAO Specialist Notification: Click Here

For Official AAO Generalist Notification: Click Here

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.

SALIENT FEATURES

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) AAO (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer Recruitment Exam is conducted online for both Preliminary and Main phases. For AAO Generalist, the Preliminary exam features objective MCQ-type questions (Reasoning: 35, Quantitative: 35, English: 30 qualifying), totaling 100 questions for 70 marks over 1 hour with no negative marking, while the Main exam includes objective MCQs (120 questions for 300 marks) plus a qualifying descriptive section (2 questions for 25 marks) over 2 hours 30 minutes, also without negative marking; exams are in English & Hindi (except English section). For AAO Specialist and Assistant Engineer, the Preliminary exam similarly uses objective MCQs (100 questions for 70 marks, English qualifying) over 1 hour but with negative marking (1/4th per wrong answer), and the Main exam comprises objective MCQs (100 questions for 150 marks) plus a descriptive professional knowledge section (marks up to 150, details vary by post) over 2 hours 30 minutes without negative marking, in English & Hindi (except English/Descriptive). The selection process for all involves a three-tiered procedure: qualifying Preliminary exam, Main exam (marks considered for merit), Interview (approximately 3 times vacancies shortlisted), and pre-recruitment medical examination, with final merit based on Main + Interview scores.

NOTIFICATION DETAILS

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recruitment for Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineers in the 32nd batch features key exam-related dates as follows: eligibility conditions are assessed as on August 1, 2025; online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges commence on August 16, 2025, and conclude on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online examination become available for download 7 days prior to the exam date; the tentative date for the Preliminary online examination is October 3, 2025; and the tentative date for the Main online examination is November 8, 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the LIC website for any updates or modifications to these tentative schedules.

LATEST UPDATE

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has released its latest recruitment notifications for the 32nd batch of Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO) and Assistant Engineers, effective as of August 21, 2025. The AAO Generalist notification details 350 vacancies across categories including SC (51), ST (28), OBC (91), EWS (38), UR (142), and PwBD (various sub-categories totaling 20), with eligibility based on a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and age limits from 21 to 30 years as on August 1, 2025. Separately, the AAO Specialist notification announces 410 vacancies for specialists (CA: 30, CS: 10, Actuarial: 30, Insurance Specialist: 310, Legal: 30) and 81 for Assistant Engineers (Civil: 50, Electrical: 31), with similar reservation breakdowns and post-specific qualifications requiring relevant degrees or professional certifications plus experience, alongside age criteria varying slightly by role (up to 32 years for some). Online registration and payment of application fees opened on August 16, 2025, and will close on September 8, 2025; call letters for the online preliminary exam (tentative date: October 3, 2025) will be available 7 days prior, followed by the main exam on November 8, 2025.

OVERVIEW

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) Exam, conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India, aims to recruit eligible Indian citizens for Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist/Specialist) and Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) positions in its 32nd batch. The exam is held as per the corporation's requirements rather than on a fixed annual frequency, at a national level, with approximately 10-12 lakh candidates registered and test takers in the last cycle (2023). For queries, contact the help desk at +91-22-68276827 (24/7) or toll-free 1800-33-4433, and visit the official website www.licindia.in.