Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
APSC CCE 2026 — Assam Civil Services Examination
Quick Information
| Post Name | Assam Civil Service (ACS), Assam Police Service (APS), Assam Finance Service, Assam Cooperative Service, and other Combined Competitive Examination posts |
| Total Vacancies | 277 |
| Salary | Pay Level 7–10 (Assam state pay scales) — ₹30,000–₹1,10,000/month basic + DA + HRA + Assam state allowances. ACS Officer: ~₹65,000–₹85,000/month gross. |
| Organization | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
Application Fee
| General | ₹297.20 |
| OBC | ₹197.20 |
| SC / ST | ₹47.20 |
| Women | ₹47.20 |
| PH / Divyang | Nil |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 16 August 2026 |
Eligibility
| Age Limit | 21–38 years for most posts. Age relaxation: OBC/MOBC +3 yrs, SC/ST +5 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per Assam Govt rules. Assam domicile required. |
| Education | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university. Knowledge of Assamese or any other official language of Assam required. |
Selection Process
- 1**Stage 1 — Preliminary Exam (Objective)** | Paper | Marks | Duration | |---|---|---| | General Studies | 200 | 2 hours | No negative marking. Qualifying only. **Stage 2 — Main Exam (Written
- 2Descriptive)** | Paper | Marks | |---|---| | Paper I: General English | 200 | | Paper II: General Assamese / Regional Language | 200 | | Paper III: Essay | 200 | | Paper IV: GS I (History
- 3Geography
- 4Polity) | 200 | | Paper V: GS II (Economy
- 5Science
- 6Current Affairs) | 200 | | Paper VI: Optional Subject I | 200 | | Paper VII: Optional Subject II | 200 | | **Total** | **1
- 7400** | **Stage 3 — Viva Voce** 200 marks.
How to Apply
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What is APSC CCE?
APSC CCE (Assam Public Service Commission — Combined Competitive Examination) is the state civil services exam for Assam. It recruits officers for Assam Civil Service, Assam Police Service, Finance Service, and related cadres across Assam's 35 districts.
Assam is a strategically important northeastern state — flood management, border administration, tea industry governance, and wildlife conservation are key aspects of an ACS officer's career.
Posts Offered
| Post | Service |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (ACS) | Administrative |
| Assam Police Service (APS) | Police |
| Assam Finance Service | Finance |
| Assam Cooperative Service | Cooperative |
| Assistant Commissioner of Taxes | Taxation |
| Other Group A/B Posts | Various Depts |
Eligibility
- Age: 21–38 years
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university
- Language: Assamese or another official Assam language required
- Domicile: Assam domicile/permanence certificate required
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | April 15, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 15, 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | August 16, 2026 |
| Mains Exam | December 2026 (expected) |
| Viva Voce | March 2027 (expected) |
Preparation Strategy
Assam-specific GK (decisive): Ahom kingdom history, Assam's role in 1857, tea industry history (Brahmaputra Valley), major rivers (Brahmaputra, Barak), Kaziranga National Park (one-horned rhino), Assam's economy (tea, oil, bamboo), Bodo movement, Assam Accord (1985), recent NRC (National Register of Citizens) process, and current state government schemes.
Assamese Language Paper: Essay, comprehension, and grammar in formal Assamese. For Assamese-speaking candidates this is a strong scoring section. Others should allocate specific preparation time.
GS — Northeast focus: APSC expects knowledge of NE India beyond Assam — AFSPA, North East special provisions, Act East Policy implications.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| APSC Website | apsc.nic.in |
| Apply Online | apsc.nic.in |