LIC Recruitment 2025: Apply for Assistant Engineers and AAO Specialist Posts
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has announced a large-scale recruitment drive for the year 2025. The recruitment is for the posts of Assistant Engineers (AE) and Assistant Administrative Officers (AAO – Specialist). A total of 491 vacancies are available across India, making this a major opportunity for candidates aspiring to work in one of the most prestigious government-owned organizations.
This recruitment is open for candidates with qualifications in engineering, chartered accountancy, company secretaryship, actuarial sciences, legal studies, and insurance specialization. Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official website licindia.in on or before 8th September 2025.
About Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC)
The Life Insurance Corporation of India, commonly known as LIC, is the largest insurance company in the country. Established in 1956, LIC is a government-owned financial institution headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Over the decades, LIC has become a trusted name for millions of policyholders across India.
The organization provides a wide range of services including life insurance products, pension plans, health insurance, and investment management. With a presence in both rural and urban areas, LIC is known for its strong workforce, financial stability, and long-term career opportunities.
Job Overview
LIC is recruiting for the following posts in 2025:
- Assistant Engineer (AE)
- Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO – Specialist)
There are 491 vacancies in total. The job locations will be spread across India, and selected candidates will be employed on a full-time, government job basis. The monthly pay scale for both posts starts at ₹88,635/-, along with additional allowances and benefits.
The maximum age limit for applicants is 30 years. The selection process will involve Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Interview, and a Medical Examination.
Eligibility Criteria
Assistant Engineer (AE)
- Civil Engineer: B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering with at least 3 years of experience in multi-storied building projects.
- Electrical Engineer: B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with at least 3 years of experience in infrastructure projects.
Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO – Specialist)
- Chartered Accountant (CA): A bachelor’s degree along with completion of the CA Final Examination and Associate Membership of ICAI.
- Company Secretary (CS): A bachelor’s degree with qualification as a member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
- Actuarial: A bachelor’s degree with at least 6 papers passed from the Institute of Actuaries of India or the UK.
- Insurance Specialist: A bachelor’s degree with Fellowship of the Insurance Institute of India (Life Branch) along with at least 5 years of experience in life insurance.
- Legal Officer: LL.B with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
Salary and Benefits
The basic salary for AE and AAO Specialist posts is ₹88,635/- per month as per LIC’s pay structure. Apart from the basic pay, employees are entitled to allowances such as House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), medical facilities, pension, gratuity, and other benefits as per government norms.
Selection Process
The recruitment will take place in multiple stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Phase I) – This is qualifying in nature and will not be counted in the final merit.
- Main Examination (Phase II) – Marks obtained in the Mains will determine shortlisting for the next round.
- Interview (Phase III) – Final merit will be prepared based on the combined scores of Mains and Interview.
- Medical Examination – Candidates must be declared medically fit before final appointment.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD candidates: ₹85 + GST + Transaction charges
- All other candidates: ₹700 + GST + Transaction charges
The fee must be paid online while submitting the application form.
How to Apply?
Candidates can only apply through the online mode at the official LIC recruitment portal.
Steps for Application:
- Visit the official LIC website: licindia.in.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form carefully with correct details.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents, photographs, and signatures.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 15th August 2025
- Application Process Start Date: Already Open
- Last Date to Apply: 8th September 2025
The LIC AE and AAO Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for professionals looking to build a stable and rewarding career in the public sector. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the reputation of working in India’s largest insurance organization, this recruitment is expected to attract a large number of applicants.
Interested candidates should not delay and must complete the online application process before the 8th September 2025 deadline.
For more details, applicants are advised to read the official notification available on LIC’s website.