| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary), 2025 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 78 Posts |
| Recruiting Authority | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Post Level | Junior Grade / Group A & B Services |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree from Recognized University |
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025) | 21 to 38 Years |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Fee (General) | ₹297.20 (₹250 + ₹47.20 processing) |
| Application Window | 13 April 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 3 May 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 5 May 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Prelims Exam Date (Tentative) | 5 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Official Portal | apscrecruitment.in |
Official Announcement: APSC CCE 2026 Notification Released
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially issued the notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025 on 10 April 2026 under Advertisement No. 01/2026. This prestigious state-level examination aims to fill 78 vacancies across 11 key administrative and police services of Assam, including Assam Civil Service (Junior Grade), Assam Police Service (Junior Grade), District Transport Officer, and other allied cadres.
The APSC CCE remains one of the most sought-after competitive examinations in Northeast India, following a rigorous three-tier selection methodology: Preliminary Screening, Main Written Examination, and Personality Assessment Interview. The online application facility will be accessible exclusively through the APSC recruitment portal from 13 April 2026 (12:00 Noon) until 3 May 2026 (5:00 PM).
Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be a citizen of India |
| Domicile | Must be an original inhabitant of Assam |
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years, Maximum 38 years as on 1 January 2025 |
| Age Relaxation | OBC/MOBC: +3 years (up to 41); SC/ST(P)/ST(H): +5 years (up to 43); PwBD: +10 years (irrespective of category) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Language Proficiency | Must be able to speak Assamese or any other official/associate official language of Assam, or any recognized tribal language |
| Employment Exchange | Must be registered with any District Employment Office of Assam |
| Small Family Norms | Declaration in Form-A regarding small family norms must be submitted during the application |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women (RFW) |
|---|---|---|
| Open (General) | 42 | 9 |
| OBC / MOBC | 14 | 2 |
| SC | 8 | 2 |
| ST (Plains) | 7 | – |
| ST (Hills) | 7 | 1 |
| PwBD (Locomotor) | 3 | – |
| Grand Total | 78 | 14 |
Service-Wise Post Allocation
| Service / Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (Junior Grade) | 45 |
| Assam Police Service (Junior Grade) | 6 |
| District Transport Officer | 3 |
| Assistant Employment Officer | 8 |
| Inspector of Labour | 5 |
| Sub-Registrar | 4 |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 2 |
| Assam Urban Administrative Service (EO, Jr. Gr. II) | 2 |
| Superintendent of Excise | 1 |
| Inspector of Excise | 1 |
| Research Assistant (Border Protection & Development Dept.) | 1 |
| Total | 78 |
Pay Scale and Grade Pay Structure
| Service | Pay Band + Grade Pay |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | PB-4: ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹13,300 |
| Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | PB-4: ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹13,300 |
| District Transport Officer | PB-4: ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹12,700 |
| Superintendent of Excise | PB-4: ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹12,700 |
| Asst. Registrar, Cooperative Societies | PB-4: ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹12,700 |
| Assam Urban Admin Service (EO Jr. Gr. II) | PB-4: ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹12,700 |
| Inspector of Labour | PB-3: ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + GP ₹9,400 |
| Inspector of Excise | PB-3: ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + GP ₹9,400 |
| Assistant Employment Officer | PB-3: ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + GP ₹9,400 |
| Sub-Registrar | PB-3: ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + GP ₹9,400 |
| Research Assistant (Border Protection) | PB-3: ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + GP ₹9,400 |
Examination Pattern and Selection Stages
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Qualifying Nature)
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Papers | 2 (General Studies Paper-I & Paper-II / CSAT) |
| Marks per Paper | 200 Marks |
| Total Marks | 400 Marks |
| Duration | 2 Hours per paper |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect response |
| Qualifying Criteria | Minimum 33% in Paper-II (CSAT); Paper-I used for shortlisting |
| Medium | English or Assamese |
| Exam Centres | 33+ centres across Assam including Guwahati, Silchar, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Tezpur, Nagaon, Kokrajhar, Haflong, and more |
Important: Preliminary Examination scores are used only for screening candidates to the Main Examination. Marks obtained here are not counted for final merit ranking.
Stage 2: Main Examination (Written + Interview)
A. Written Examination
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Question Type | Descriptive (Essay/Conventional) + Objective |
| Total Papers | 6 Compulsory Papers |
| Total Marks | 1500 Marks |
| Duration | 3 Hours per paper |
| Medium of Answer | English or Assamese (candidate’s choice) |
| Exam Venue | Guwahati (only) |
| Shortlisting Ratio | Approximately 11-12 times the total vacancies, subject to reservation norms |
B. Personality Assessment (Interview)
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Assessment Type | Face-to-face Interview / Personality Test |
| Maximum Marks | 180 Marks |
| Evaluation Focus | Mental alertness, critical thinking, leadership qualities, social awareness, ethical integrity, and suitability for public service |
| Venue | Guwahati |
Final Merit Calculation
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Main Written Examination | 1500 |
| Personal Interview | 180 |
| Grand Total for Final Merit | 1680 |
Note: Preliminary Examination marks are excluded from final merit computation. Service allocation is based on final rank, candidate preferences, and applicable reservation policies.
Application Fee Structure
| Candidate Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹250 | ₹47.20 | ₹297.20 |
| OBC / MOBC | ₹150 | ₹47.20 | ₹197.20 |
| SC / ST / BPL / PwBD / Women (All Categories) | ₹0 | ₹47.20 | ₹47.20 |
Payment Modes Accepted: Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card (Visa/Master/RuPay), UPI
Last Date for Fee Payment: 5 May 2026 (5:00 PM)
Step-by-Step Application Procedure
- Access Portal: Visit the official APSC recruitment website at apscrecruitment.in
- One Time Registration (OTR): First-time users must complete OTR by providing basic personal and contact details
- Login: Use registered credentials to access the application dashboard
- Fill Application Form: Enter accurate personal, educational, employment exchange, and service preference details
- Upload Documents:
- Photograph: 50 KB – 200 KB, JPG/JPEG, recent (not older than 3 months)
- Signature: 50 KB – 200 KB, JPG/JPEG, clear scan on white background
- Preview & Verify: Review all entered information carefully before final submission
- Pay Application Fee: Complete payment via available online modes before 5 May 2026, 5:00 PM
- Download Acknowledgement: Save and print the application receipt for future reference
Key Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 April 2026 |
| Online Registration Opens | 13 April 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Application Submission Closes | 3 May 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 5 May 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Examination (Tentative) | 5 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Admit Card Release | To Be Notified |
| Main Examination | To Be Notified |
| Interview Schedule | To Be Notified |
| Final Result Declaration | To Be Notified |
Important Links
| Resource | Status / Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Portal | Opens 13 April 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Official Notification PDF | Download from the APSC Website |
| One Time Registration (OTR) | Available on Portal |
| Document Specification Guide | Portal Help Section |
| Fee Payment Gateway | Integrated in Portal |
| Helpline / Support | Contact via Official Portal |
| APSC Official Website | APSC Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A: Online applications are accepted from 13 April 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 3 May 2026 (5:00 PM) exclusively through apscrecruitment.in.
A: Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years of age as on 1 January 2025. Age relaxation applies: +3 years for OBC/MOBC, +5 years for SC/ST, and +10 years for PwBD candidates.
A: No. Candidates may appear for the examination as many times as they remain within the upper age limit prescribed for their category.
A: Yes. Candidates may choose to answer the Main Examination papers in either English or Assamese, as per their preference indicated during application.
A: No. The Preliminary Examination is only a qualifying/screening stage. Final merit is determined solely by Main Written Examination (1500 marks) and Interview (180 marks).
A: Applications without successful fee payment by 5 May 2026, 5:00 PM will be considered incomplete and rejected. No extensions will be granted.
A: A correction window may be announced separately. However, candidates are strongly advised to verify all details before final submission to avoid discrepancies.
A: Yes. All applicants must be registered with any District Employment Office. Keep your registration number ready during the application.