LIC Recruitment of Apprentice Development Officer [ADO] - Exam Overview, Eligibility, Fees, Syllabus, Exam Dates & More.
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is currently accepting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the position of Assistant Administrative Officer (Generalist). To be considered for this role, candidates are required to submit their applications via online mode only. No other forms of application will be accepted.
The application process for the LIC ADO 2023 exam is online, and candidates can start registering from 21st January 2023 to 10th February 2023. To be eligible for the exam, candidates must be Indian citizens and have completed graduation. The age limit for the exam is 21 to 30 years. The selection process includes prelims, mains and an interview. The salary for the post is Rs. 51500/-.
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LIC ADO Exam Overview:
The Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has announced recruitment for the post of Apprentice Development Officer (ADO) in 2023. LIC, established in 1956, is India's largest insurance company and an Indian state-owned insurance group and investment company. The LIC ADO notification 2023 has been released for all 8 zones with a total of 9294 vacancies.
The selection process for the ADO exam typically consists of three stages:
- Preliminary Exam:
The preliminary exam is a computer-based test that assesses the candidate's knowledge in English Language, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. Candidates who pass the preliminary exam will proceed to the next stage.
- Main Exam: The main exam is also a computer-based test that assesses the candidate's knowledge in Reasoning, Data Analysis, and Interpretation, Financial Management, Economics and Insurance and Social Issues.
- Interview:
Candidates who pass the main exam will be called for an interview. The interview will be conducted by a panel of LIC officials.
The final selection of the candidate will be based on the combined scores of the main exam and the interview. Candidates who clear the main exam and interview will have to go through a medical examination before being appointed as ADO.
2.
LIC ADO ADO RECRUITMENT 2022-23 Zone Wise Notification:
| ZONE | Download Notification |
|---|---|
| NORTH | Click Here |
| NORTH CENTRAL | Click Here |
| CENTRAL | Click Here |
| EAST | Click Here |
| SOUTH CENTRAL | Click Here |
| SOUTHERN | Click Here |
| WESTERN | Click Here |
| EAST CENTRAL | Click Here |
3.
LIC ADO Eligibility Exam
To be eligible for the LIC ADO exam, you must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality:
You must be an Indian citizen to be eligible for the LIC ADO exam.
- Age Limit:
Candidate must be between the
ages of 21 and 30 to be eligible
for the LIC ADO exam as on 01.01.2023. There are some age relaxations available for certain categories of candidates.
- Educational Qualification:
You must have at least a
bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university
to apply for ADO. Proper documents from Board / University for having declared the result on or before 01.01.2023 have to be submitted at the time of interview. .
- Physical Fitness:
You must be physically fit to be eligible for the LIC ADO exam. You will be required to undergo a medical examination after the selection process is complete, and your appointment will be subject to medical fitness.
- Other Requirements:
You must not have any criminal records and must be of good character. You must also be proficient in the official language of the state or union territory in which you are applying.
LIC ADO official Notification PDF:
4. Schedule for LIC ADO Exam
The important dates for the LIC ADO exam, such as the start and end of the application process, the date of the preliminary exam, and the date of the main exam, vary from year to year. As per the Circular released by LIC, below are the important dates for LIC ADO Exam 2023:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of on-line registration of application for LIC ADO | 21st January 2023 |
| Closure of registration of application | 10th February 2023 |
| Download of Call letter for On-Line Examination (Tentative) | 4th March 2023 onwards |
| LIC ADO Online Pre Exam Date | 12th March 2023 |
| LIC ADO Online Mains Exam Date | 8th April 2023 |
It is recommended that candidates frequently check the official LIC website, www.licindia.in, for information and updates. Additionally, LIC holds the right to adjust the timeline of events if necessary.
5. Important Point to Keep in Mind while applying:
Before applying online for the LIC ADO (Assistant Development Officer) exam, candidates should make sure to have the following documents scanned and ready to upload. These documents should follow the specified guidelines:
1] LIC ADO
Passport Photo size 4.5cm × 3.5cm and
be in between 20 kb–50 kb.
2] For the LIC ADO (Assistant Development Officer) examination, candidates should ensure that their signature image is in
.jpg or .jpeg format, with
dimensions of 140x60 pixels (preferred) and file size between
10kb-20kb, and also the size of the
scanned image should not be more than
20kb.
3] For the LIC ADO (Assistant Development Officer) examination, the applicant must provide a left thumb impression on a
white paper with black or blue ink in jpg/jpeg format, with dimensions of
240x240 pixels in 200 DPI (preferred for optimal quality) which is equivalent to
3cmx3cm (width x height) and
file size between 20KB-50KB.
4] A hand written declaration on a white paper in black ink (text will be provided).
6. Vacancy for LIC ADO Zonewise:
Total Number of Vacancy for LIC ADO 2023: 9394
| Region Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Eastern Zonal Office (Kolkata) | 1049 |
| Western Zonal Office (Mumbai) | 1942 |
| Northern Zonal Office (New Delhi) | 1216 |
| East Central Zonal Office (Patna) | 669 |
| North Central Zonal Office (Kanpur) | 1033 |
| Southern Zonal Office (Chennai) | 1516 |
| South Central Zonal Office (Hyderabad) | 1408 |
| Central Zonal Office (Bhopal) | 561 |
| Total | 9394 |
7. Salary for LIC ADO
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Administrative Assistant Officers in various departments. In this article, we will delve into the specifics of the LIC ADO salary and job responsibilities. As the official notification for the 2023 recruitment cycle has been released, the salary structure and benefits offered have been updated accordingly.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Rs. 21,865/- |
| Pay Scale | Starting salary: ₹21,865 per month After 2 years: ₹24,545 per month After 2 more years: ₹27,705 per month After 17 years: ₹55,075 per month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | 40% of Basic Pay (based on inflation rate) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 7% - 9% of Basic Pay (location dependent) |
| City Compensatory Allowance (CCA) | 0% - 4% of Basic Pay (location dependent) |
| In-hand Salary | Rs. 34,503/- to Rs. 37,000/- |
- The starting salary for an LIC ADO is INR 21,865/- per month.
- The basic pay OF LIC ADO after increment is INR 55,075.
- In addition to a competitive basic salary, LIC ADOs are also eligible for perks such as House Rent Allowance (HRA) and City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Group Mediclaim and Much More.
- LIC ADOs also have the potential for career advancement, with the possibility of being promoted to Assistant Officer after several years of dedicated service.
8. LIC ADO Recruitment 2023 Application Fee
Candidates will have to make the payment of Application Fees/Intimation Charges through the On-Line Mode as under:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Candidates belonging to UR/OBC category have to pay an application fee | Rs. 600/-. |
| Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD category have to pay an application fee | Rs. 50/- |
9. Syllabus for LIC ADO
The syllabus for the LIC ADO exam typically includes the following topics:
- English Language:
Sentence Improvement, Active and Passive Voice, Singular-Plural, Passage Completion, Vocabulary based questions, Subject-Verb Agreement, Spotting Errors, Direct and Indirect Speech, Para-jumbles, Reading Comprehension, Word Usage, Error Corrections, Antonyms and Synonyms, Idioms and Phrases, Fillers, Cloze Tests, Phrase/Connector
- Quantitative Aptitude:
Simplification, Simple and Compound Interest, Problem on Ages, Probability, Cistern and Pipe, Mensuration, Percentage, Data Sufficiency, Number Series, Profit and Loss, Work and Time, Average, Quadratic Equations, Ratio and Proportion, Surds and Indices, Data Interpretation (Bar Graph, Line Chart, Tabular, Radar/Web, Pie Chart), HCF and LCM, Permutation and Combination, Speed, Distance and Time, Boats and Streams, Approximation, Partnership, Mixtures & Alligations
- Reasoning Ability:
Seating Arrangements, Direction Test, Input-Output, Statement, Arguments, and Conclusion, Analytical Reasoning, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Inequalities, Syllogism, Logical Reasoning, Blood Relations, Order and Ranking, Alphabet and Number Series, Machine Input-Output, Alpha-Numeric-Symbol Series
- General Awareness:
History of India, Indian Constitution, Government Schemes, Government Policies, Books and Authors, Inventions and Discoveries, Geography of India and the World, Environment Topics, Sports News, New Legislations, Important Days, Person in News, Indian Economy, National and International Events, Awards and Honors, Science and Technology, Committee, Commissions and Reports, National and International Organizations
In addition to these topics, the exam may also test your knowledge of Computer and Marketing Awareness.
The preliminary exam consists of objective type questions and tests your ability in the areas of English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. The main exam is also objective in nature and tests your ability in the areas of English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, General Awareness and Computer and Marketing Awareness.
10. Selection Process For LIC - Apprentice Development Officer (ADO)
The Selection of Apprentice Development Officer (ADO)will be made on the basis of on-line tests, followed by an interview of the candidates who qualify in the on-line test and subsequent pre-recruitment Medical examination.
(I) On-line Test for Others (Open Market) Category:
The online examination shall be conducted in two phases for the candidates from Open Market Category, viz. Preliminary examination and Main examination.
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination:
The LIC ADO Preliminary Examination will be an online objective test consisting of three sections with specific time allotments for each:
| Section | Name of test | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of exam | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| 2 | Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| 3 | English Language | 30 | 30** | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| TOTAL | 100 | 70 | 1 hour |
** English Language test will be of qualifying nature and the marks in English Language will not be counted for ranking.
Candidates equal to 20 times of number of vacancies in each category, subject to availability, will be shortlisted for Main examination.
Phase-II: Main Examination:
Main Examination consisting of objective test will be conducted online. Main examination will consist of objective tests for 160 marks for a composite duration of 120 minutes.
| Sr. No. | SUBJECT | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning Ability & Numerical Ability | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| 2 | General Knowledge, Current Affairs and English Language with Special Emphasis on Grammar and vocabulary | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| 3 | Insurance and Financial Marketing Awareness with special emphasis on knowledge of Life Insurance and Financial Sector | 60 | 60 | English & Hindi |
| Total | 160 | 160 |
** Descriptive test of English Language etc. will be of qualifying nature and the marks in English Language will not be counted for ranking.
“Descriptive paper of only those candidates will be evaluated who qualify in the objective part of main Examination”
Note: Candidate MUST pass in each Section separately and should also obtain minimum marks in the aggregate to qualify for the online examinations (Preliminary and Main) and the interview.
(II) On-line Test for LIC Agents & LIC Employee Category:
- For LIC Agents Category :
| Sr. No. | SUBJECT | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning Ability & Numerical Ability | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| 2 | General Knowledge, Current Affairs and English Language with Special Emphasis on Grammar and vocabulary | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| 3 | Elements of Insurance and Marketing of Insurance. | 60 | 60 | English & Hindi |
| Total | 160 | 160 |
2. For LIC Employee Category :
| Sr. No. | SUBJECT | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning Ability & Numerical Ability | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| 2 | General Knowledge, Current Affairs and English Language with Special Emphasis on Grammar and vocabulary | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| 3 | Practice and Principle of Insurance, Marketing | 60 | 60 | English & Hindi |
| Total | 160 | 160 |
(III) Interview:
The marks obtained in the main examination only, will be considered for shortlisting for the interview. The marks obtained in main examination and the marks obtained in the interview, will be considered for the final merit listing of the candidates.
- The marks from both the main examination and the interview will be used to create the final list of candidates who are offered the job.
- LIC of India may set higher standards and minimum marks for the interview in order to limit the number of candidates who are called for the interview.
- The maximum marks for the interview are 40.
- If two or more candidates have similar marks, the person with additional higher education will be placed higher on the list. If there is still a tie, the older person will be placed higher on the list.
- There will be no waiting list for candidates who do not pass the main examination.
(IV) Pre-Recruitment Medical Examination:
Selected candidate will be appointed as an Apprentice Development Officer subject to him/her being found medically fit by the Medical Examiner authorized by LIC of India for the purpose.
11. Important Books For Preparation
There are several books available that can help you prepare for the LIC ADO exam. Some popular choices include:
- "Life Insurance Corporation Apprentice Development Officer (LIC ADO) Recruitment Examination" by Arihant Publication
- "Kiran's Lic Ado Prelim. Online Exam Practice Work Book-English" by Kiran Prakashan
- "Guide to LIC ADO (Apprentice Development Officers)" by Disha Publication
- "Dr. Lal & Jain" - Covers the entire LIC ADO recruitment syllabus of all the subjects
- "Logical & Analytical Reasoning" by A. K. Gupta
- "A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal & Non-Verbal" by B. S. Sijwali and Indu Sijwali
- "Analytical Reasoning" by M.K. Pandey
- "Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning" by R.S. Aggarwal
- "Perfect Competitive English" by V.K. Sinha
- "Competitive General English" by Kiran Prakashan
- "Objective General English" by S.P. Bakshi
- "General Knowledge" by Arihant Publications
- "General Physics" by Rakesh Yadav
- "General Science" by Lucent.
However, these are just a few examples and there are many other books available that can be used to prepare for the LIC ADO exam. It is important to consult the official notification for the exact syllabus and exam pattern and choose the books accordingly.
