LIC ADO 2019 Recruitment - Notification, Exam Dates, Application Form, Exam Pattern & Syllabus, Result

The online application process for the LIC ADO 2019 recruitment has started on 20th May 2019. The exam dates for Preliminary and Main exams are tentative. Here are other important dates related to the exam:

The selection procedure of LIC ADO comprises of online tests and Interview process. A pre-recruitment medical examination will also be conducted before final appointment. Here are the details:

Online Tests

I. For Apprentice Development Officer from Open Market Category - two-phase online test will be conducted viz.

• Preliminary phase and
• Main phase

II. For Apprentice Development Officer from Agents & Employee Category - single phase online test will be conducted viz.

• Main Test

The pattern for both categories is as follows:

Open Market Category - Exam Pattern

Phase I - Preliminary Exam

The question paper will be both Hindi and English languages except for the English section. The English section will be of qualifying nature and its marks will not be added for ranking. Only those qualify the Phase-I are eligible for the Phase-II exam.

Phase II - Main Exam

Agent and Employee Category - Exam Pattern

A single i.e. Main examination will be conducted for this category. However, there will be a little difference in the exam pattern for Agents and Employees. Let’s have a look here:

For Agent Category - Main Exam Pattern (single exam)

 For Employee Category - Main Exam Pattern (single exam)

Candidates are required to score minimum qualifying marks in each section as well as minimum qualifying marks in aggregate. The minimum qualifying marks shall be decided by the LIC of India.

Interview

Only the marks obtained in the Main examination will be considered for shortlisting candidates for the Interview phase. The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of candidates’ performance in the Main exam and Interview.

Pre-Recruitment Medical Examination

Before the final appointment of selected candidates, a medical examination will be conducted. The candidates must be found medically fit for final appointment. The medical test will be conducted by the Medical Examiner appointed by the LIC.

LIC ADO 2019 Syllabus

LIC has not prescribed any specific syllabus for the LIC ADO exam. However, candidates must check out the previous years’ question papers to get an idea. Moreover, various preparation books are also available in the market where experts have compiled the topics for the exam on the basis of previous years’ exam.

LIC has invited application not only from eligible candidates but also from its employees and agents. Thus, eligibility for the LIC ADO 2019 recruitment can be categorised as under:

• Eligibility for Agents Category (individual appointed as an agent with the Corporation)
• Eligibility for Employees Category (a confirmed whole-time salaried employee in the Corporation)
• Eligibility for Open Market Category

Educational Qualification Requirements

As per the official notification; “Preference may be given to those applicants who have good knowledge of insurance marketing and also those who possess Masters Degree in Business Administration in Marketing or Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing from a University in India established under statute or by an Institute approved by All India Council for Technical Education or a recognized Institution.”

Age Limit (as on 1st May 2019)

• Minimum age limit - 21 years
• Maximum age limit - 30 years

The upper/maximum age limit is relaxable as under:

*DSE/FSE = Direct Sales Executive/Financial Service Executive

Experience (as on 1st May 2019)

The online registration process for the LIC ADO 2019 recruitment has started on 20th May 2019. LIC has released different notifications for different zones. Candidates must apply for ONLY ONE division from the following divisions:

• Bhopal
• Bilaspur
• Gwalior
• Indore
• Jabalpur
• Raipur
• Satna
• Shahdol

The last date for application submission is 9th June 2019. Candidates are advised to apply well before time to avoid last minute rush. Applications will be accepted only through the online mode.

LIC ADO Exam Application Process

The application process can be completed in three steps:

• Registration
• Fee payment
• Documents upload

It is a good idea to keep the scanned images of documents to be uploaded ready beforehand. Here are the specifications for the same:

Scan the following documents:

• Recent passport size colour photograph (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm). The size of the scanned file should be between 20 KB to 50 KB.
• Signature (in black ink) in JPG format. The file size must be between 10 KB to 20 KB.
• Left thumb impression (on white paper with black/blue ink) in JPG/JPEG format with a file size between 20 KB and 50 KB.
• A handwritten declaration on white paper with black ink with the content -

“I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”

File size - 50 KB to 100 KB.

• The thumb impression/signature must not be in CAPITAL LETTERS.

LIC ADO 2019 Registration

• Visit the Careers section of the LIC India.
• Click on the ‘Recruitment of Apprentice Development Officers 2018-19’ link.
• Click on the ‘Click Here for Apply Online’ link.
• Now click on ‘Click here for New Registration’ button on the top corner.
• Read the instructions and click on the ‘Continue’ button.
• Enter the details asked for viz. Name, mobile number, and email ID and click ‘Save & Next’ button.
• An application number and password will be generated and sent to your registered email ID.
• Move with the application process or you can save the details and log-in later to complete the application form.
• Verify all the details carefully before clicking the ‘Final Submit’ button.
• After completing the application details, move to the documents upload section.

Documents Upload

• Upload the scanned images of photograph, signature, thumb impression, and declaration. Upload the documents at their designated fields.
• Complete the other details in the form and submit them. You can modify the details (if required) before final submission.
• Now move ahead with the payment section.

Fee Payment

The application fee has to be paid as per the category as under:

• For SC/ST - ₹ 50 + transaction charges
• For other category candidates - ₹ 600 plus transaction charges

The application fee can be paid using the debit cards/credit cards/mobile wallets/internet banking etc. An e-receipt will be generated on successful payment of application fee. Keep the e-receipt safe.

Take a print of the confirmation page/completed application on an A-4 size paper and keep it safe. Please do not send the hardcopy of the application fee to LIC of India.

LIC ADO 2019 Vacancies

LIC has announced a different number of vacancies for every zone. Check out the table below for category-wise and zone-wise distribution of the 8,581 vacancies:

Guarantee Bond

As per the official notification; “Before joining as Apprentice Development Officer, candidates will be required to give an undertaking to serve the Corporation for a minimum period of four years from the date of joining (including apprenticeship period) failing which he/she or his/her heirs, executors, administrators will be liable to pay liquidated damages of ₹ 25,000/- (Rupees Twenty Five Thousand only) to the Corporation. The candidate will have to submit an Indemnity Bond of ₹ 25,000/- (Rupees Twenty Five Thousand only) duly stamped and executed by a Surety of sound financial standing and not related to the candidate. The stamp value of the Bond will be as applicable to the State in which the bond is executed.”

LIC ADO 2019 Admit Card

The admit card for the LIC ADO 2019 exam will be uploaded at the official website and candidates can download the same using their login credentials from 29th June 2019 onwards. Intimation for the availability of the admit card will also be sent through SMS/E-Mail. Candidates must affix their passport size photograph on the admit card. Carry the admit card to the examination centre along with the Photo ID proof (photocopy and original).

LIC ADO 2019 Result

A separate result will be released for the Preliminary and Main phase examination. The final result for the exam will be released after the completion of the Interview process. There is no information in the notification related to the LIC ADO 2019 Result dates. However, the result will be uploaded at the official website and candidates can check it using their login details.

LIC ADO 2019 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is LIC ADO?

LIC ADO is a post of Apprentice Development Officer (ADO) in the Life Insurance Corporation of India. LIC conducts the LIC ADO recruitment exam every year for an appointment at this post. Candidates with a graduation degree can apply for the exam.

Q: What is LIC ADO Job Profile?

The job profile of the LIC ADO includes sales supervision and training of recruited sale agents for selling the policies. It also includes providing after-sales service for policyholders and might include tours of the allotted area.

Q: Is LIC ADO a permanent job?

Yes. After the completion of the training period, the candidates are appointed as Development Officers. The corporation might put some candidates on probation on one year which can be extended up to two years.

Q: Are B.Tech pass out candidates eligible for LIC ADO post?

The official notification states that the candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and the result must have been declared on or before 1st May 2019. B.Tech. is equivalent to Bachelor’s degree so you are eligible to apply for the exam.

Q: When will be the Preliminary phase exam of LIC ADO 2019 conducted?

The Preliminary phase examination will be conducted on 6th and 13th July 2019 (tentative).

Q: What are the dates for the LIC ADO 2019 Main phase exam?

The Main phase exam is tentatively scheduled to be conducted on 10th August 2019.

Q: Will any salary/stipend be given during apprentice period?

Yes, the candidates selected from the other than the ‘Employee’ category will be given ₹ 34,503/- per month as stipend.

Q: Will there be probation period?

Yes, there will be a probation period of one year which can be extended up to two years.

Q: Will there be negative marking in any phase of the examination.

No. There will be no negative marking for wrong answers at any phase of the examination.

Q: Is there any provision for submitting the application fee offline?

No, the application fee has to be submitted only through the online mode.

Q: Is the application fee refundable?

No, the application fee is non-refundable.

Q: When will be the final result for LIC ADO 2019 announced?

There are no confirmed dates in the official notification. However, the final result will be announced after the completion of the Interview process. Keep a check on the official website.