The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) earlier released the official notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary), 2026 to fill 289 government posts in various departments. The preliminary exam was successfully held on 8th June 2025, and the results were declared on 17th July 2025.
Now, APSC has invited online applications from candidates who qualified in the Prelims for the Combined Competitive (Main) Examination, 2024. Interested candidates can apply online from 22nd July to 5th August 2025.
The APSC CCE exam is one of the most respected state-level competitive exams for top Group A positions such as Assam Civil Service, Assam Police Service, Superintendent of Taxes, and District Transport Officer, among others.
APSC CCE Mains Exam 2024 – Overview
- Name of Exam: Combined Competitive (Main) Examination, 2024
- Total Posts: 289
- Main Exam Date: 11th to 13th October 2025
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Period: 22nd July to 5th August 2025
Eligibility Criteria for APSC CCE 2024
1. Age Limit (As on 1st January 2024):
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
2. Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have a graduate degree from any recognized university in India.
- The degree must be completed before applying.
3. Nationality & Domicile:
- Must be an Indian citizen and an original resident of Assam.
- Must be able to speak Assamese or any other official or tribal language of Assam.
- Must be registered with any District Employment Exchange of Assam.
- Must submit a declaration of Small Family Norms in Form-A.
APSC CCE 2024 – Vacancy Details
Category-wise Vacancy:
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 160 |
| OBC/MOBC | 70 |
| SC | 17 |
| STP | 28 |
| STH | 14 |
| PwBD | 7 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 7 |
Service-wise Vacancy:
| Post/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 |
| Asst. Manager/Inspector/Supdt. of Industries | 23 |
| Asst. Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 2 |
| Assam Finance Service (Jr. Grade II) | 53 |
| Assam Urban Administrative Service | 5 |
| Asst. Research Officer (Minority Dev. Board) | 1 |
| Inspector of Taxes | 51 |
| Inspector of Labour | 10 |
| Inspector of Excise | 19 |
| Asst. Employment Officer | 18 |
| Sub-Registrar | 13 |
| Assistant Audit Officer | 16 |
Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee as per their category:
| Category | Fee Amount (in ₹) |
|---|---|
| General | 297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | 197.20 |
| SC/ST | 47.20 |
| BPL | 47.20 |
| PwBD | 47.20 |
| Women Candidates | 47.20 |
Note: A processing fee of ₹47.20 (including tax) is charged under the Digital India initiative.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Prelims Online Application Start | 28th March 2025 |
| Prelims Online Application End | 29th April 2025 (till 5 PM) |
| Date of Prelims Exam | 8th June 2025 |
| Mains Online Application Start | 22nd July 2025 |
| Mains Online Application End | 5th August 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card Release | 20th September 2025 |
| Date of Mains Exam | 11th to 13th October 2025 |
Selection Process
The APSC Combined Competitive Exam has two stages:
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Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
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Main Examination (Written + Interview/Personality Test)
Only candidates who pass the Prelims can appear for the Mains exam.
How to Download APSC CCE Mains Admit Card
Candidates can apply online by following these simple steps:
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Visit the official APSC website – apsc.nic.in.
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Go to the Important Web-Links section.
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Click on the Admit Card link.
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A new page will open to select your Name and Roll no.
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By submitting your registration details you can view your exam center details.
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Print your APSC mains admit card.
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Take a extra printout for future reference.
| APSC CCE Mains Admit Card | |
|---|---|
| Admit Card | Visit Here |
| Official Notification | Visit Here |
