The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released the much-anticipated notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2024, scheduled to be held in 2025. This year, APSC has opened up 289 prestigious vacancies across various Group A and B services under the Government of Assam. The application process is entirely online and will remain open until April 29, 2025.

This recruitment drive presents an excellent opportunity for aspirants aiming for a stable and reputable career in public service.

Overview of APSC CCE 2025

• Exam Name: Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2024
• Conducting Body: Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
• Total Vacancies: 289
• Application Mode: Online
• Prelims Exam Date: June 8, 2025
• Last Date to Apply: April 29, 2025, up to 5 PM

The APSC CCE is one of the most competitive state-level exams, offering entry into the state’s top administrative roles.

Vacancy Details

APSC has categorized the 289 vacancies as follows:

• Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade): 45
• Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade): 20
• Finance Service (Jr. Grade II): 53
• Inspector of Taxes: 51
• Assistant Employment Officer: 18
• Labour Officer: 3
• District Transport Officer: 1
• Block Development Officer: 9
• Sub-Registrar: 13
• Others: Posts in Housing, Excise, Panchayat, and Co-operative departments

Category-wise Distribution

• Unreserved (UR): 160
• OBC/MOBC: 70
• SC: 17
• STP: 28
• STH: 14
• PwBD: 7
• Ex-Servicemen: 7

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the APSC CCE 2025, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Age Limit: 21 to 38 years (as of January 1, 2024)
  • Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 10 years for PwBD
• Educational Qualification: A graduate degree from a recognized university
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in Assamese or any recognized language of the state
• Employment Registration: Candidate must be registered in a District Employment Exchange of Assam
• Additional Requirement: Declaration of adherence to the Small Family Norms

Application Fee

The APSC has structured the application fees as follows:

• General: ₹297.20
• OBC/MOBC: ₹197.20
• SC/ST, BPL, PwBD, Women: ₹47.20

Note: Fees include tax and digital processing charges.

Exam Pattern

The APSC CCE will be conducted in two stages:

1. Preliminary Examination:

• Two Papers: General Studies I & II
• Marks: 200 each
• Duration: 2 hours per paper
• Objective-type with negative marking

2. Main Examination & Interview:

• Written Exam
• Personality Test (Interview)

Only those qualifying in the prelims will be eligible for the main exam and interview.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official APSC portal:

Apply Online

Steps:

1. Register on the website
2. Fill out the application form carefully
3. Upload scanned documents including a photograph and signature
4. Pay the fee as per your category
5. Submit and take a printout of the application

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