The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the official advertisement for the Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary) 2024 (APSC CCE 2024), to hold the recruitment for 289 posts available under various Group A and Group B positions. Those who aim to have a career in Assam’s administrative services can apply online through Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) official website.
Overview of APSC CCE 2025
The APSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is considered as one among the most sought after recruitment drive conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission. This is the entry point for all senior administrative posts including:
- Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade)
- Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade)
- Labour Officer
- District Transport Officer
- Block Development Officer
- Assistant Employment Officer
- Inspector of Taxes
- Assistant Audit Officer
- And many more
Key Highlights of APSC CCE 2025
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary), 2024 |
| Total Vacancies | 289 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 8th June 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 28th March 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29th April 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://apsc.nic.in |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (as of 01.01.2024)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
2. Educational Qualification
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification on the date of application submission.
3. Other Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizen.
- Language Proficiency: Must be fluent in Assamese or any other official language of Assam.
- Residency Requirement: Must be an original inhabitant of Assam.
- Employment Exchange Registration: Must be registered with a District Employment Office in Assam.
- Small Family Norms: Applicants must submit a declaration regarding family norms (Form-A).
APSC CCE Vacancy Breakdown
Category-wise Distribution
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 160 |
| OBC/MOBC | 70 |
| SC | 17 |
| STP | 28 |
| STH | 14 |
| PwBD | 7 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 7 |
Service-wise Vacancy Details
| Service | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | 45 |
| Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | 20 |
| Inspector of Taxes | 51 |
| Assam Finance Service (Jr. Grade II) | 53 |
| Assistant Audit Officer | 16 |
| Block Development Officer | 9 |
| Sub-Registrar | 13 |
| And more | … |
(For a complete list, refer to the official notification.)
APSC CCE Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) – 400 Marks
- Two Papers: General Studies-I & General Studies-II (200 marks each).
- Negative Marking: ¼ marks deducted for wrong answers.
- Exam Date: 8th June 2025
- Main Examination (Descriptive & Objective) – 1500 Marks
- Six Papers (250 marks each).
- Candidates can write answers in English or Assamese.
- Personality Test (Interview) – 180 Marks
- Conducted for shortlisted candidates (1:3 ratio).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Incl. Processing Charges) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | ₹197.20 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/BPL/Women | ₹47.20 |
(An additional processing fee of ₹47.20 applies under Digital India Initiative.)
How to Apply for APSC CCE 2025?
- Visit the official APSC website – https://apsc.nic.in.
- Click on “Online Application Form” under the CCE 2024 section.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Recommended Books for APSC CCE Preparation
| Subject | Recommended Books |
|---|---|
| General Studies | Lucent’s General Knowledge |
| Indian Polity | M. Laxmikanth |
| Indian Economy | Pratiyogita Darpan |
| Assam History | History of Assam by Priyam Goswami |
| Current Affairs | Manorama Yearbook 2024 |
| Previous Year Papers | APSC CCE Solved Papers (1997-2024) |
(Regularly read newspapers like The Assam Tribune, The Hindu, and Yojana for updated current affairs.)
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
❓ When is the last date to apply for APSC CCE 2025?
➡ 29th April 2025 (5:00 PM).
❓ What is the exam date for APSC CCE Prelims 2024?
➡ 8th June 2025.
❓ How many vacancies are there in APSC CCE 2025?
➡ 289 vacancies across various posts.
For further queries, contact:
📞 Helpline: 0361-2363117 / 1800-572-23-43
📧 Email: cceapsc@gmail.com
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Short Summary in Assamese | অসমীয়াত চমু সাৰাংশ
APSC CCE 2025: 289 টা পদৰ বাবে আবেদন কৰক
📌 পৰীক্ষা: APSC CCE (প্ৰাৰম্ভিক) 2024
📌 খালী পদ: 289 (ACS, APS, কৰ বিভাগ, BDO আৰু অন্যান্য)
📌 অনলাইন আবেদন: 28 মাৰ্চ – 29 এপ্ৰিল 2025
📌 প্ৰাৰম্ভিক পৰীক্ষা: 8 জুন 2025
যোগ্যতা:
✔ বয়স: 21-38 বছৰ (SC/ST/OBC/PwBDৰ বাবে বয়সত ৰেহাই)
✔ শিক্ষাগত অৰ্হতা: স্নাতক ডিগ্ৰী
✔ আৱশ্যক: অসমীয়া/ৰাজ্যিক ভাষা জানিব লাগিব
নিৰ্বাচন প্ৰক্ৰিয়া:
1️⃣ প্ৰাৰম্ভিক পৰীক্ষা (Objective) – 8 জুন 2025
2️⃣ মূল পৰীক্ষা (Descriptive + সাক্ষাৎকাৰ)
আবেদন মাচুল:
- সাধাৰণ: ₹297.20
- SC/ST/PwBD/মহিলা: ₹47.20
🔗 আবেদন কৰক: APSC ৰ চৰকাৰী ৱেবছাইট
📞 সহায়িকা নম্বৰ: 0361-2363117 | ✉ ই-মেইল: cceapsc@gmail.com
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