| Exam Name | CCE (Main) 2023 |
| Total Posts | 235 Posts |
| Organization | APSC |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Application Process | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs.297.20/- |
| Start Date | 18th May 2024 |
| Last Date | 1st June 2024 |
APSC Recruitment 2024
The Assam Public Service Commission has released an official notification concerning the Main Examination of the Combined Competitive Examination, 2023. This examination is intended for candidates shortlisted based on the Preliminary Examination for recruitment to various services/posts. Eligible candidates, as per the commission’s official notification, can submit their applications online through the official web portal within the specified deadline.
APSC Recruitment Details
Name of Post: Combined Competitive Examination, 2O23
Name of Organization: Assam Public Service Commission
Type of Exam: Main Exam
No of Posts: 235 Posts
| Category | No of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 107 Posts |
| OBC/MOBC | 73 Posts |
| SC | 18 Posts |
| ST (P) | 24 Posts |
| ST (H) | 13 Posts |
| PwBD | 09 Posts |
| Ex-Servicemen | 11 Posts |
Qualification Requirement: Candidates who participated in the APSC CCE (Prelims) Exam, 2023, and were subsequently shortlisted for the APSC CCE (Main) Exam, 2023, are eligible to submit their applications for the exam through the online portal.
Age Limit of APSC CCE
Age Limit: The age of the candidate should not be less than 21 years and not more than 38 years as of 1st January 2023.
Age Relaxation: Category-wise upper age relaxation will be as follows.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC/MOBC | 3 Years |
| SC | 5 Years |
| ST (P) | 5 Years |
| ST (H) | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
Note: The age limit of the candidates will be calculated on the basis of the Matriculation/ HSLC Admit Card/ Certificate issued by a recognized Board/ Council, and no other document shall be accepted in lieu thereof for the purpose.
Other Details of the APSC CCE Exam
Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible to submit online applications for this APSC recruitment.
Residency: Candidates must be original inhabitants of Assam.
Language Proficiency: Applicants should be proficient in speaking Assamese or other official languages, associate official languages of the State, or any of the tribal languages of the State.
Employment Exchange Registration: Candidates must be registered in any Employment Exchange Office in Assam.
Small Family Norms: Candidates are required to submit a declaration regarding “The Small Family Norms” using Form-A when applying for the Combined Competitive (Prelims) Examination.
Helplines: Call 0361-2363117 or 1800-572-23-43 or mail at [email protected].
Examination Fee of APSC CCE Exam
Candidates who are eligible and willing to submit online applications for the preliminary examination of the APSC CCE Exam will be required to pay an examination fee to complete the application process. The applicable examination fees based on categories will be as follows:
| Category | Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs.297.20/- |
| Schedule Caste | Rs.197.20/- |
| Schedule Tribe | Rs.197.20/- |
| OBC/MOBC | Rs.197.20/- |
| PWBD | Rs.47.20/- |
| Women | Rs.47.20/- |
Mode of Payment: Applicants can conveniently pay their Exam Fee through the secure and user-friendly Online Payment Gateway using various methods such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI, ensuring a hassle-free transaction process.
How to Apply for APSC Recruitment?
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria as outlined in the official notification of the Assam Public Service Commission are capable of submitting their online application for APSC Recruitment 2023. The application process must be completed through the designated official online application portal developed by APSC. To assist candidates in this process, below are the steps provided as a reference guide.
| ➥ Scroll down, and check the Important Link section. |
| ➥ Click on the Online Application Link. |
| ➥ An official web portal will now load in your browser’s new tab. |
| ➥ In that portal, you will get the option to register yourself. |
| ➥ After registration, you have to provide all your required details. |
| ➥ After that, you have to upload your documents. |
| ➥ Now, you have to pay the examination fee. |
| ➥ After successful payment, your application will be submitted. |
| ➥ Also, you will receive an acknowledgement copy of your submission. |
| ➥ Keep that acknowledgement copy for future use. |
Important Dates of APSC Recruitment 2023
| Application Start Date | 18th May 2024 |
| Application Last Date | 1st June 2024 |
| CCE Main Date | July 2024 |
Important Links of APSC CCE Recruitment
| Online Application Link | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| APSC CCE Syllabus | Click Here |
| Online Application Guide | Click Here |
| Small Family Norms (Form A) | Click Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
APSC CCE Service Wise Posts
| Name of the Service | Posts |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | 45 |
| Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | 35 |
| Superintendent of Taxes | 1 |
| Superintendent of Excise | 1 |
| Assam Finance Service | 13 |
| Block Development Officer | 6 |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 4 |
| Inspector of Taxes | 4 |
| Inspector of Labour | 4 |
| Assistant Employment Officer | 1 |
| Sub-Registrar | 3 |
| Assistant Accounts Officer (Assam Accounts Service) | 107 |
| Inspecting Auditor | 11 |
| Total Posts | 235 |
Stages of the APSC CCE Exam
The APSC Combined Competitive Examination follows a two-stage selection process, wherein candidates must successfully clear both stages to secure their positions. Here’s a brief description of each stage and the APSC CCE Syllabus:
1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type):
- Name of Exam: APSC CCE Prelims, 2023
- Date of Exam: 18th March 2024 (Monday)
- Type of Questions: Objective Questions
- Total Papers: 2 Papers
- Full Marks: 400 Marks
- Duration of Exam: 2 Hours for Each Paper
- Negative Marking: One-fourth of the total mark assigned to one question will be deducted for a wrong answer
- Syllabus: Refer to the Assam Public Service Combined Competitive Examination (Amendment) Rules, 2019 for syllabi of General Studies I & General Studies II
- Exam Centres: Various locations across Assam
2. Main Examination (Written & Interview):
(A) Written Examination:
- Name of Exam: APSC CCE Main, 2023
- Date of Exam: July 2024
- Type of Questions: Essay and Objective Questions
- Medium of Exam: English or Assamese language
- Total Papers: 6 Papers
- Full Marks: 1500 Marks
- Duration of Exam: 3 Hours for Each Paper
- Exam Centre: Guwahati
(B) Interview Test:
- Name of Exam: APSC CCE Main, 2023
- Type of Exam: Interview
- Full Marks: 275 Marks
- Exam Centre: Guwahati
3. Final Selection:
- Marks obtained by the candidates in the Main Examination (Written Part as well as Interview) will determine their final ranking.
- Candidates shall be allotted to various services based on their ranks in the examination and their respective preference expressed for different posts.
- Reservations will also be taken into consideration during the allotment process.
- The Commission will recommend exactly the same number of candidates for different posts as notified, and no candidate will be recommended for a post they have not opted for.