The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially announced the Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary) 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 78 high-profile vacancies across various administrative and executive cadres in the Government of Assam. For those aspiring to serve the state in prestigious roles like the Assam Civil Service (ACS) or Assam Police Service (APS), this is the definitive opportunity.
Key Recruitment
Highlights-
Exam
Name: Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025
Total Vacancies: 78 Posts
Application
Window: April 13, 2026 – May 3, 2026
Tentative
Prelims Date: July 5, 2026
Mode
of Application: Online via APSC portal
Vacancies
& Financial Prospects
The
2025-26 CCE cycle offers a variety of roles with competitive pay structures.
Below
is a snapshot of the top available positions
-
•Assam
Civil Service (Jr. Grade) :-No.of posts- 45 Payscale - ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 (GP:
₹13,300)
•Assam
Police Service (Jr. Grade) :-No.of posts- 6 Payscale - ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 (GP:
₹13,300)
•Assistant
Employment Officer No of posts- 8 Payscale- ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 (GP: ₹9,400)
•Inspector
of Labour No.of posts- 5 Payscale -₹22,000 – ₹97,000 (GP: ₹9,400)
•Sub-Registrar
No.of posts- 4 Payscale - ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 (GP: ₹9,400)
•District
Transport Officer No.of posts- 3
Payscale-₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 (GP: ₹12,700)
Note:
Additional vacancies are available for the Superintendent of Excise, Assistant
Registrar of Cooperative Societies, and Urban Administrative Services.
Eligibility
Criteria
To
participate in the APSC CCE 2026, candidates must meet the following baseline
requirements:
•Academic
Qualification: A Graduate Degree from a recognized university.
•Age
Limit: 21 to 38 years (as of January 1, 2025).
Relaxation:
5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for •OBC/MOBC, and 10 years for PwBD.
•Language
Proficiency: Proficiency in Assamese or other official/associate/tribal
languages of the state is required.
•Residency:
Must be an original inhabitant of Assam and registered with a District
Employment Office.
The
Selection Journey
The
APSC CCE is a multi-stage rigorous process designed to identify the most
capable leaders:
Stage
I: Preliminary Examination
Format:
Two objective-type papers (General Studies I & II).
Total
Marks: 400.
Negative
Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every incorrect answer.
Stage
II: Main Examination & Interview
Written
Test: Six descriptive papers totaling 1500 marks. Answers can be written in English
or Assamese.
Interview/Personality
Test: A 180-mark evaluation focused on character and leadership potential.
How
to Apply Online
•Register:
Visit the official APSC recruitment portal.
•Fill
Details: Complete the application form with personal and educational
credentials.
•Upload
Documents: Ensure you have a scanned photograph, signature, and necessary
certificates ready.
•Fee
Payment:
General:
₹297.20
SC/ST/OBC/Women/BPL:
₹47.20
Submit:
Review your application carefully before the final submission and keep a
printed copy for reference.
Don’t
miss the deadline! The portal opens on April 13th. Start your preparation today
to secure your future in Assam’s administrative leadership.
