Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025 (Preliminary) for recruitment of 78 vacancies in various Group A posts.
This is one of the most prestigious exams in Assam for recruitment into services like Assam Civil Service, Assam Police Service, District Transport Officer, and more.
📌 APSC CCE 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary), 2025 |
| Organization | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Total Posts | 78 |
| Job Type | Assam Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 13 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 03 May 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 05 July 2026 (Tentative) |
📊 APSC CCE Vacancy Details
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 42 |
| OBC/MOBC | 14 |
| SC | 8 |
| STP | 7 |
| STH | 7 |
| PwBD | 3 |
| Total | 78 |
Service-wise Vacancy
| Service | Posts |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | 45 |
| Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | 6 |
| District Transport Officer | 3 |
| Superintendent of Excise | 1 |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 2 |
| Assam Urban Administrative Service | 2 |
| Inspector of Labour | 5 |
| Inspector of Excise | 1 |
| Assistant Employment Officer | 8 |
| Sub-Registrar | 4 |
| Research Assistant | 1 |
💰 Pay Scale Details
| Service | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| ACS & APS | ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹13,300 |
| DTO / Excise / Registrar | ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 + GP ₹12,700 |
| Inspector / AEO / Sub-Registrar | ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + GP ₹9,400 |
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC/MOBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Candidate must hold a Graduate Degree from a recognized university
- Qualification must be completed before applying
📌 Other Important Criteria
- ✔️ Must be an Indian Citizen
- ✔️ Must be an original inhabitant of Assam
- ✔️ Must know Assamese or other official/local language
- ✔️ Must be registered in Assam Employment Exchange
- ✔️ Must submit Small Family Norms Declaration (Form-A)
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General | 297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | 197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD/Women | 47.20 |
📝 Selection Process
APSC CCE consists of three stages:
1. Preliminary Examination
- Objective type (MCQ)
- 2 Papers: General Studies I & II
- Total Marks: 400
- Duration: 2 hours each
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted
2. Main Examination
- Written (Descriptive + Objective)
- Total Papers: 6
- Total Marks: 1500
- Duration: 3 hours per paper
- Exam Centre: Guwahati
3. Interview (Personality Test)
- Total Marks: 180
- Final merit based on Mains + Interview
📍 Exam Centres
APSC CCE Preliminary Exam will be held in multiple centres including:
Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur, Nagaon, Tinsukia, Kokrajhar, Barpeta, Dhubri, Goalpara, Nalbari, and others across Assam.
🖥️ How to Apply for APSC CCE 2026
Follow these steps:
- Go to the Important Links section
- Click on Online Application Form
- Fill in all required details
- Upload documents (photo, signature, etc.)
- Pay application fee
- Submit and take printout
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date | 13 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 03 May 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | 05 July 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
| Links | Status |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| APSC CCE Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
❓ FAQs – APSC CCE Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for APSC CCE 2026?
👉 03 May 2026
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
👉 Total 78 posts
Q3. What is the age limit?
👉 21 to 38 years
Q4. What is the exam date?
👉 05 July 2026 (Tentative)
Q5. What is the selection process?
👉 Preliminary → Mains → Interview
Q6. Is Assam domicile required?
👉 Yes, candidate must be an original inhabitant of Assam
✅ Conclusion
APSC CCE 2026 is a golden opportunity for aspirants aiming for top administrative positions in Assam. With only 78 vacancies and high competition, candidates should start preparation early and apply before the deadline.Stay Updated For the latest government and private job notifications in Assam, keep checking NiyogAssam.com