Assam Police SI Previous Year Question Papers
Previous year papers are among the most reliable preparation resources for the Assam Police Sub-Inspector examination because they show what candidates were actually asked, how broadly the paper moved across subjects and how much time was available per question. This page brings together the official Combined Written Test (CWT-2025) Paper-I, Set A, its official final answer key and a full online practice version on CareerUdaya.
The paper applies to Sub-Inspector (UB), Sub-Inspector (AB), Sub-Inspector (Communication) and Assistant Deputy Controller, Civil Defence (Junior) candidates covered by CWT-2025 Paper-I. It contains 100 questions, a 120-minute duration and negative marking of 0.5 mark for each incorrect answer.
For recruitment details, eligibility, physical standards, PET and syllabus guidance, use the Assam Police Hub. To begin immediately, open the Assam Police SI Previous Year Paper 2025 online mock.
Quick Overview
| Particular | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting authority | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam |
| Examination | Combined Written Test (CWT-2025) |
| Paper | Paper-I, Set A |
| Questions | 100 |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Marks for a correct answer | +1 |
| Penalty for an incorrect answer | -0.5 |
| Unanswered question | 0 |
| Answer source | Official final answer key, Version A |
| Practice mode | Timed online mock with explanations |
Available Assam Police SI Paper and Answer Key
| Resource | Format | Action |
|---|---|---|
| CWT-2025 Paper-I, Set A | Official question paper PDF | Download Question Paper |
| CWT-2025 Paper-I, Version A | Official final answer key PDF | Download Final Answer Key |
| CWT-2025 Paper-I | Interactive 100-question test | Attempt the Online Mock |
The online version preserves the English question wording and four answer options from the supplied paper. The official Version-A key is used for scoring. Each question also carries a concise explanation so candidates can review why an answer is correct instead of stopping at the option letter.
Paper note: use the final answer key that matches Version A / Set A. Answer positions can differ between versions even when the underlying questions are the same.
Posts Covered by CWT-2025 Paper-I
The available Paper-I was used for the following posts:
- Sub-Inspector of Police (Unarmed Branch)
- Sub-Inspector of Police (Armed Branch)
- Sub-Inspector of Police (Communication)
- Assistant Deputy Controller, Civil Defence (Junior)
Candidates should not treat this previous paper as a substitute for the latest recruitment notification. Post eligibility, vacancies, physical standards, dates and selection stages can change between recruitment cycles. The Assam Police recruitment hub should be used for the current CareerUdaya recruitment overview.
Assam Police SI Previous Paper Pattern
The official CWT-2025 Paper-I contains 100 multiple-choice questions. Candidates receive 120 minutes, which works out to an average of 72 seconds per question if time is distributed evenly. Every correct response earns one mark, while an incorrect response deducts half a mark. An unanswered question does not change the score.
| Response | Score effect |
|---|---|
| Correct | +1 mark |
| Incorrect | -0.5 mark |
| Unanswered | 0 mark |
The score formula is:
Final score = Correct answers - (Wrong answers × 0.5)
For example, 70 correct answers, 20 incorrect answers and 10 unanswered questions produce a score of 60: 70 minus 10 marks of negative marking. This example explains the calculation only; it is not a cut-off prediction or a claimed safe score.
Topic Distribution Observed in the 2025 Paper
CareerUdaya classified the 100 questions by their dominant preparation area to help candidates review the paper. These labels are an editorial analysis of the official questions, not an official sectional breakup issued by SLPRB Assam.
| Preparation area | Questions observed | Share of paper |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude | 39 | 39% |
| History and Assam GK | 30 | 30% |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25% |
| English Comprehension | 6 | 6% |
| Total | 100 | 100% |
What this distribution means
The paper rewards balanced preparation. Reasoning and quantitative questions form the largest combined block, but Assam-focused history and general knowledge together carry substantial weight. Candidates who prepare only arithmetic or reasoning leave too many marks exposed; candidates who study only factual GK can lose time in analytical questions.
The six English comprehension questions came from a shared passage. This matters for time management because reading the passage carefully once can support several answers. In the online mock, the passage is shown as one grouped stimulus followed by its related questions.
Why Solve the Official Paper Before New Practice Sets?
A previous year paper gives a more dependable baseline than a random practice set. It helps you measure three things at once:
- Knowledge coverage: whether your preparation reaches Assam history, Assam GK, general awareness, reasoning, arithmetic and comprehension.
- Decision accuracy: whether the -0.5 penalty is turning avoidable guesses into lost marks.
- Time control: whether you can complete 100 questions within 120 minutes and still review marked questions.
The paper should therefore be attempted before intensive revision and once again after revision. The first attempt diagnoses weaknesses. The second checks whether those weaknesses were actually corrected.
Best Way to Attempt the Paper
Step 1: Recreate exam conditions
Set aside 120 uninterrupted minutes. Keep books, search tools and answer keys closed. Attempt the timed online version or use the PDF with a separate timer.
Step 2: Use a three-pass method
In the first pass, answer questions you can solve with high confidence. In the second, return to questions that need calculation or elimination. In the final pass, review unanswered questions and decide carefully whether attempting them is justified under negative marking.
Step 3: Record more than the final score
After submission, note:
- Correct, wrong and unanswered counts
- Questions lost to factual gaps
- Questions lost to calculation mistakes
- Questions lost to misreading
- Questions left because of poor time allocation
The CareerUdaya result page provides score, percentage, correct/wrong/skipped counts and explanations for wrong answers. That makes the official paper useful as both a test and a revision worksheet.
Step 4: Build a correction notebook
For every wrong answer, write the tested fact, rule or method in one line. Revisit the notebook after 24 hours and again after one week. This is more effective than repeatedly reading the full explanation without active recall.
Seven-Day Revision Plan Using the Paper
| Day | Task |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Attempt all 100 questions in 120 minutes without assistance |
| Day 2 | Review every wrong and skipped question; classify each error |
| Day 3 | Revise Assam history and Assam-specific GK gaps |
| Day 4 | Practise weak reasoning and quantitative topics |
| Day 5 | Revise general awareness and current-affairs gaps |
| Day 6 | Rework the comprehension passage and calculation-heavy questions |
| Day 7 | Reattempt only the previously wrong/skipped questions, then compare accuracy |
Avoid memorising the answer sequence. The purpose of the second attempt is to confirm that you understand the concepts and can reproduce the method.
How to Use the Official Answer Key
The final answer key should be used only after a timed attempt. Checking answers while solving destroys the diagnostic value of the paper. Match each response against Version A, calculate negative marks and then read explanations for the questions you missed.
The online mock already maps all 100 questions to the official final Version-A answer key. It also checks that every question has four options and exactly one keyed answer. Start the official-paper mock here.
Preparation Resources for Assam Police SI
Assam Police Hub
Use the Assam Police Hub for the current recruitment overview, post-wise eligibility, age limits, physical standards, PET comparison, salary information, syllabus and Constable previous year paper links.
Mock Test CTA
Ready for a real baseline score? Attempt the Assam Police SI Previous Year Paper 2025 timed mock with 100 questions, 120 minutes, official Version-A answers and detailed explanations.
Study Material CTA
The SI paper includes Assam-specific knowledge, general awareness, aptitude and comprehension. These existing CareerUdaya resources can support the overlapping preparation areas:
- Assam Static GK Quick Revision Notes
- APSC CSAT Complete Notes
- Indian Polity Complete Notes
- Daily Current Affairs Hub
These resources are broader Assam competitive-exam materials, not post-specific SLPRB notifications. Use them to strengthen common subjects while keeping the official Assam Police syllabus as the boundary for preparation.
Related CareerUdaya Resources
| Resource | Why it is useful |
|---|---|
| Assam Police Hub | Recruitment, eligibility, PET/PST, salary, syllabus and Constable papers |
| Assam Police SI Official Paper Mock | Timed 100-question practice with scoring and explanations |
| APSC CCE Preparation Guide | A structured Assam exam preparation framework and study planning ideas |
| APSC CCE Hub | Broader Assam competitive-exam syllabus, PYQs and mock-test resources |
| Current Affairs | Daily exam-oriented national and Assam updates |
| Study Materials | Assam GK, aptitude, polity and other revision PDFs |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Assam Police SI 2025 question paper on this page official?
Yes. The downloadable paper used for this resource is the supplied SLPRB Assam Combined Written Test 2025 Paper-I, Set A. The online mock was built from its English questions.
How many questions are in Assam Police SI CWT-2025 Paper-I?
Paper-I contains 100 multiple-choice questions, with four options for each question.
What is the duration of the Assam Police SI previous year paper?
The duration is 120 minutes for 100 questions.
Is there negative marking in the Assam Police SI paper?
Yes. The verified marking scheme awards one mark for a correct answer and deducts 0.5 mark for an incorrect answer. An unanswered question receives zero.
Which answer key should Set-A candidates use?
Set-A candidates should use the official final answer key for Version A. Candidates should not mix option positions from another paper version.
Which posts were covered by CWT-2025 Paper-I?
The paper applies to SI (UB), SI (AB), SI (Communication) and Assistant Deputy Controller, Civil Defence (Junior) posts covered by the examination.
Can I attempt the previous year paper online?
Yes. CareerUdaya provides a timed Assam Police SI Previous Year Paper 2025 mock with all 100 questions, official answer-key mapping and explanations.
Does the online mock use the English questions only?
Yes. The mock uses the English version of the questions and excludes the Assamese, Bengali, Bodo and Hindi translations from the multilingual paper.
Does this article provide the latest Assam Police eligibility and physical standards?
No. This page is focused on previous year papers. Use the Assam Police Hub for recruitment, eligibility, physical standards, PET and syllabus information, and confirm current rules against the applicable official notification.
How should I use this paper for revision?
Attempt it once under a 120-minute timer, classify every wrong or skipped answer, revise the weak topics and then reattempt those questions after several days. Track accuracy as well as the raw score because the 0.5 negative mark makes careless attempts costly.