Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released Official Notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary) 2024 (APSC CCE 2024) for filling up 289 Posts in various Group A & Group B Services. This scantron exam grants to applicants a chance to hold administrative posts such as Assam Civil Service (ACS), Assam Police Service (APS), Superintendent of Taxes, District Transport Officer.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply ONLINE through website for official APSC portal. This article will guide you on what is the eligibility criteria, detail about vacancy, exam pattern, syllabus and the application procedures.
APSC CCE 2025 Exam Overview
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary) 2024 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 289 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 8th June 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 28th March 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29th April 2025 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://apsc.nic.in |
APSC CCE 2025 Vacancy Details
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 160 |
| OBC/MOBC | 70 |
| SC | 17 |
| STP | 28 |
| STH | 14 |
| PwBD | 7 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 7 |
Service-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Service | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | 45 |
| Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | 20 |
| Labour Officer | 2 |
| District Transport Officer | 2 |
| Block Development Officer | 9 |
| AM/AIO/Supdt. of Industries | 23 |
| Asst. Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 2 |
| Assam Finance Service (Jr. Grade II) | 53 |
| Assam Urban Administrative Service (EO Jr. Gr. II) | 5 |
| Asst. Research Officer, Minorities Development Board | 1 |
| Inspector of Taxes | 51 |
| Inspector of Labour | 10 |
| Inspector of Excise | 19 |
| Asst. Employment Officer | 18 |
| Sub-Registrar | 13 |
| Assistant Audit Officer | 16 |
Eligibility Criteria for APSC CCE 2025
1. Educational Qualification
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institution.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification before the application submission date.
2. Age Limit (as of 01.01.2024)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC Candidates: 3 years
- PwBD Candidates: 10 years
3. Nationality & Residency Requirements
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- Must be an original inhabitant of Assam.
- Must be registered with a District Employment Office in Assam.
4. Language Proficiency
- Candidates should be proficient in Assamese or any other official/regional language of Assam.
5. Small Family Norms
- Applicants must submit a declaration (Form-A) regarding adherence to Assam’s small family norms.
APSC CCE 2025 Exam Pattern
1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Date: 8th June 2025
- Papers:
- General Studies-I (200 marks)
- General Studies-II (200 marks)
- Duration: 2 hours per paper
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
2. Main Examination (Descriptive & Interview)
- Written Exam: 6 papers (250 marks each, total 1500 marks)
- Interview/Personality Test: 180 marks
- Total Marks: 1680 marks
How to Apply for APSC CCE 2025?
- Visit the official website: https://apsc.nic.in
- Click on “Online Application Form” under Important Web-Links.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, etc.).
- Pay the application fee:
- General: ₹297.20
- SC/ST/OBC/MOBC/PwBD/Women/BPL: ₹47.20
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Recommended Books for APSC CCE Preparation
| Subject | Recommended Book |
|---|---|
| General Studies | Lucent’s General Knowledge |
| Indian Polity | Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth |
| Indian Economy | Pratiyogita Darpan: Indian Economy |
| History of Assam | History of Assam by Priyam Goswami |
| Current Affairs | Manorama Yearbook 2024 |
| Previous Year Papers | APSC CCE Solved Papers (1997-2024) |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Check Here |
| Previous Year Papers | Download |
FAQs on APSC CCE 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for APSC CCE 2025?
Ans: 29th April 2025 (5:00 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are there in APSC CCE 2025?
Ans: 289 vacancies across various services.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the APSC CCE Prelims?
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
Q4. What is the selection process for APSC CCE?
Ans: Prelims (Objective) → Mains (Descriptive) → Interview.
Conclusion
APSC CCE April 2025 will prove to be a chance for the aspirant in attaining desired administrative jobs in Assam. As much as 289 vacancies have, aspirants need to kick start their preparation, follow up syllabus diligently, then up keep updated on current affair.
For further details, visit the official APSC website or check the notification. Best of luck! 🚀
Short Summary in Assamese | অসমীয়াত চমু সাৰাংশ
APSC CCE 2025: ২৮৯টা পদ খালী
- পৰীক্ষা: সংযুক্ত প্ৰতিযোগিতামূলক পৰীক্ষা (প্ৰিলিম্স: ৮ জুন, ২০২৫)
- অনলাইন আবেদন: ২৮ মাৰ্চ – ২৯ এপ্ৰিল, ২০২৫
- যোগ্যতা:
- স্নাতক ডিগ্ৰী আবশ্যক, বয়স ২১-৩৮ বছৰ (ছাড়: SC/ST +৫ বছৰ, OBC +৩ বছৰ, PWD +১০ বছৰ)
- অসমৰ স্থায়ী বাসিন্দা, অসমীয়া/আঞ্চলিক ভাষাত দক্ষতা
- পদসংখ্যা:
- ACS (৪৫), APS (২০), কৰ বিভাগ (৫১), বিডিও (৯), বিত্ত বিভাগ (৫৩)
- UR (১৬০), OBC (৭০), SC (১৭), ST (৪২), PwBD (৭)
- পৰীক্ষাৰ ধৰণ:
- প্ৰিলিম্স: ২টা প্ৰশ্নপত্ৰ (GS-I আৰু II, ৪০০ নম্বৰ)
- মেইন্স: ৬টা প্ৰশ্নপত্ৰ (১৫০০ নম্বৰ) + সাক্ষাৎকাৰ (১৮০ নম্বৰ)
- আবেদন মাচুল:
- সাধাৰণ ₹২৯৭.২০, SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/মহিলা ₹৪৭.২০
- আবেদন কৰক: apsc.nic.in
প্ৰস্তুতি লওক: লক্ষ্মীকান্ত (নীতি-সংবিধান), লুচেণ্ট GK, অসমৰ ইতিহাস (প্ৰিয়ম গোস্বামী)।
চুটি আৰু স্পষ্ট! ✅