APSC CCE Recruitment 2025 – Notification Details
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary), 2024 (APSC CCE 2024) for 262 vacancies. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online.
The APSC CCE Exam is one of the most prestigious examinations in Assam, conducted to recruit candidates for various Group A posts, such as Assam Civil Service, Assam Police Service, Superintendent of Taxes, District Transport Officer, etc.
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive Examination, 2024 (Preliminary) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 262 |
| Prelims Exam Date | To be announced |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 147 |
| OBC/ MOBC | 62 |
| SC | 15 |
| STP | 25 |
| STH | 13 |
| PwBD | 5 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 6 |
Service-wise Vacancy Distribution
| 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 |
| Asstt. Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 2 |
| Assam Finance Service (Jr. Grade II) | 26 |
| 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 |
| Asstt. Employment Officer | 18 |
| Sub-Registrar | 13 |
| Assistant Audit Officer | 16 |
Eligibility Criteria for APSC CCE Exam
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen. |
| Language Proficiency | Must be able to speak Assamese or any official/tribal language of the state. |
| Residentship | Must be an original inhabitant of Assam. |
| Employment Exchange Registration | Must be registered in a District Employment Office of Assam. |
| Small Family Norms Declaration | Must submit Form-A during application. |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Category | Age Limit (As of 01.01.2024) |
|---|---|
| General | 21 – 38 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years relaxation (Up to 43 years) |
| OBC/MOBC | 3 years relaxation (Up to 41 years) |
| PwBD | 10 years relaxation (Up to 48 years) |
Educational Qualification
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Candidates must hold a Degree from a recognized university in India.
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The degree must be obtained before the application submission date.
Application Fee for APSC CCE Exam
| Category | Application Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General | 297.20 |
| SC/ST | 47.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | 197.20 |
| BPL | 47.20 |
| PwBD | 47.20 |
| Women Candidates | 47.20 |
Note: Under the Digital India Initiative, APSC has partnered with CSC-SPV, which charges a processing fee of ₹40 + 18% tax (₹47.20) per candidate.
How to Apply for APSC CCE Exam?
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Visit the official website of APSC.
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Scroll down to the “Important Web-Links” section.
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Click on “Online Application Form”.
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A new webpage will open.
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Enter your details (personal & educational).
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Upload your photograph, signature, and necessary documents.
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Pay the application fee as per your category.
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Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates of APSC CCE Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting date of online application | 28th March 2025 |
| Last date of online application | 29th April 2025 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
Selection Process of APSC CCE Exam
The APSC CCE consists of two stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
2️⃣ Main Examination (Written & Interview)
CCE Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Objective Type (MCQs) |
| No. of Papers | 2 (General Studies-I & General Studies-II) |
| Total Marks | 400 (200 marks each) |
| Duration | 2 hours per paper |
| Negative Marking | 1/4th mark deduction for each wrong answer |
| Exam Centres | Multiple locations across Assam |
CCE Main Examination (Written & Interview)
Written Examination
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Descriptive & Objective Type |
| Medium | English or Assamese |
| No. of Papers | 6 |
| Total Marks | 1500 (250 marks each) |
| Duration | 3 hours per paper |
| Exam Centre | Guwahati |
Interview/Personality Test
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Interview |
| Total Marks | 180 |
| Exam Centre | Guwahati |
Final Selection: The total marks obtained in the Main Exam (Written + Interview) will determine the final ranking.
Important Web-Links of APSC CCE Exam
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Prelims) |
Click Here |
| normal Family Norms Declaration |
Click Here |
| APSC CCE Syllabus | Coming shortly |
| APSC CCE Question Paper | Coming shortly |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs for APSC CCE Recruitment 2025
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the starting date to apply for APSC CCE 2025? | 28th March 2025 |
| What is the last date to apply for APSC CCE 2025? | 29th April 2025 (till 5:00 PM) |
| How many vacancies are available in APSC CCE 2025? | 262 vacancies |
| What is the age limit for APSC CCE? | 21 – 38 years (with relaxation for reserved categories) |
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