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Your complete preparation hub for the APSC Combined Competitive Examination — syllabus, pattern, PYQs, mock tests, cut-offs and strategy.
The APSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission to recruit candidates into Assam's premier state services — including the Assam Civil Service (ACS), Assam Police Service (APS) and other Class-I and Class-II posts under the Government of Assam.
The CCE is held in three stages: a Preliminary Examination (objective, screening only), a Main Examination (written, descriptive) and a Personality Test / Interview. The final merit list is prepared on the basis of the Mains and Interview marks combined (1680 marks); prelims marks are not counted in the final ranking.
This hub brings together everything an aspirant needs in one place: the official eligibility rules, the latest exam pattern, the full prelims and mains syllabus, previous-year papers, timed mock tests, historical cut-off trends, recommended books and a stage-wise preparation strategy.
2025–26 cycle
APSC has notified the Combined Competitive Examination for 78 posts across 11 services. Online applications are open in the April–May 2026 window, with the Preliminary Examination tentatively scheduled for July 2026. Always confirm dates on the official APSC portal.
View official notificationThree stages: Preliminary (objective, screening) → Main (written, descriptive) → Personality Test. Final merit = Mains (1500) + Interview (180) = 1680 marks. Prelims marks are used only for screening into the Mains.
Two objective papers of 200 marks each (100 questions per paper). Paper II (CSAT) is qualifying in nature (minimum 33%). There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Prelims is a screening test — its marks are not added to the final merit.
| Paper | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I — General Studies | 200 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper II — General Studies (CSAT / Aptitude)Qualifying — minimum 33% | 200 | 100 | 2 hours |
Six written papers of 250 marks each (3 hours per paper). Papers are descriptive (with some objective components) and may be answered in English or Assamese.
| Paper | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I — Essay | 250 | — | 3 hours |
| Paper II — General Studies I | 250 | — | 3 hours |
| Paper III — General Studies II | 250 | — | 3 hours |
| Paper IV — General Studies III | 250 | — | 3 hours |
| Paper V — General Studies IV | 250 | — | 3 hours |
| Paper VI — General Studies of Assam | 250 | — | 3 hours |
A personality test / interview of 180 marks assessing the candidate's suitability for a career in public service.
Current events & General Science
History & Polity
Geography
Assam-specific General Studies
Comprehension & Reasoning
Aptitude & Numeracy
Essay (Paper I)
General Studies I–IV (Papers II–V)
General Studies of Assam (Paper VI)
Weekly Current Affairs Quiz – 8–14 June 2026
Current Affairs · 25 min · 25 Qs
Weekly Current Affairs Quiz covering 8–14 June 2026 — 25 questions in 25 minutes, +1 mark, no negative marking. Compiled only from the seven published daily Current Affairs editions of that week, for APSC, ADRE, Assam Police, SSC, Banking and Railway aspirants.
APSC Polity Master Series – 05: Advanced Polity & Assam Focus
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims standard advanced Polity mock test with a strong Assam focus — the Basic Structure doctrine, landmark Supreme Court judgements, important constitutional amendments, contemporary constitutional developments, pressure groups, governance challenges, Assam polity, the Sixth Schedule (Article 244(2)), the Autonomous District Councils and the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). Analytical multi-statement, match-the-following, assertion-reason and diagram questions with detailed explanations and Article/judgement references. Negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer.
APSC Polity Master Series – 04: Governance & Constitutional Bodies
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims standard Polity mock test on constitutional, statutory and executive bodies and grassroots governance — the Election Commission (Article 324), CAG (Articles 148–151), UPSC (Articles 315–323), Attorney General (Article 76), NITI Aayog, Lokpal, the Right to Information, Panchayati Raj (73rd Amendment) and Municipalities (74th Amendment), and E-Governance. Analytical multi-statement, match-the-following, assertion-reason and diagram questions with detailed explanations and Article references. Negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer.
APSC Polity Master Series – 03: Judiciary & Federalism
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims standard Polity mock test on the Indian judiciary and the federal scheme — the Supreme Court and High Courts, judicial review, tribunals (Articles 323A–323B), the federal structure and its unitary bias, Centre–State legislative/administrative/financial relations, the Inter-State Council (Article 263) and the Finance Commission (Article 280). Analytical multi-statement, match-the-following, assertion-reason and diagram questions with detailed explanations and Article references. Negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer.
APSC Polity Master Series – 02: Parliament, Executive & Emergency
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims standard Polity mock test on the Union Executive and Legislature — the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, the composition and working of Parliament, legislative procedures (money bills, joint sittings), the amendment procedure under Article 368, and the Emergency provisions (Articles 352, 356 and 360). Analytical multi-statement, match-the-following, assertion-reason and diagram questions with detailed explanations and Article/Amendment references. Negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer.
APSC Polity Master Series – 01: Constitutional Foundations
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims standard Polity mock test on the constitutional foundations of India — historical background and the evolution of British-era Acts, the Constituent Assembly, sources of the Constitution, the Preamble, Citizenship (with the Assam Accord), Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties and the Union & its Territory. Analytical multi-statement, match-the-following, assertion-reason and diagram questions, each with a detailed explanation and the relevant Article/Amendment reference. Negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer.
APSC CSAT Mock Test Set-V
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims CSAT (Paper II) practice set (Set-V), moderate-to-difficult. Reading comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation (caselet and pie chart) and decision-making, in the current analytical APSC/UPSC style with detailed teaching explanations. 30 questions, 30 minutes, +1 / -0.25 marking.
APSC CSAT Mock Test Set-IV
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims CSAT (Paper II) practice set (Set-IV), moderate-to-difficult. Reading comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation (combination bar-and-line chart and caselet) and decision-making, with detailed teaching explanations. 30 questions, 30 minutes, +1 / -0.25 marking.
APSC CSAT Mock Test Set-III
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims CSAT (Paper II) practice set (Set-III), moderate-to-difficult. Reading comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability (including the either-or syllogism case and a floor puzzle), quantitative aptitude, data interpretation (multiple-line graph and stacked bar chart) and decision-making, with detailed teaching explanations. 30 questions, 30 minutes, +1 / -0.25 marking.
APSC CSAT Mock Test Set-II
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims CSAT (Paper II) practice set (Set-II), moderate-to-difficult. Reading comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation (bar graph and line graph) and decision-making in the current analytical APSC/UPSC style, with detailed teaching explanations. 30 questions, 30 minutes, +1 / -0.25 marking.
APSC CSAT Mock Test Set-I
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims CSAT (Paper II) practice set (Set-I), moderate-to-difficult. Reading comprehension, logical reasoning and analytical ability, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation (table and pie) and decision-making, in the current analytical APSC/UPSC style. Statement-based and multi-step questions with detailed teaching explanations. 30 questions, 30 minutes, +1 / -0.25 marking.
APSC Assam Static GK Mock Test Set-V
APSC · 30 min · 30 Qs
APSC CCE Prelims style Assam Static GK practice set (Set-V), difficult level. Broad coverage with cross-topic linkage questions (river-park-tribe-culture, event-personality), multiple-statement evaluation, assertion-reason and chronological problems spanning History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Wildlife, Tribes, Personalities and Administration. 30 questions, 30 minutes, +1 / -0.25 marking.
Indian Polity Complete Notes for APSC
Study material
Indian Polity Complete Notes for APSC - a detailed, beginner-to-advanced learning resource on the Indian Constitution for APSC CCE and UPSC aspirants. Every topic is explained in plain teacher-style language - what it is, why it exists, how it works and why it matters - with concept boxes, comparison tables, memory tricks, exam tips, chapter-end takeaways and a practice question bank. From the historical background and the making of the Constitution to Fundamental Rights, Parliament, the Judiciary and the constitutional bodies.
APSC CSAT Complete Notes
Study material
APSC CSAT Complete Notes - a complete, beginner-friendly CSAT handbook for APSC CCE Prelims Paper II. Learn Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation from scratch, explained in plain teacher-style language with concepts, worked examples, shortcuts, common traps and practice questions with detailed solutions. Written for beginners, working professionals and repeat aspirants.
APSC Assam Static GK Quick Revision Notes
Study material
APSC Assam Static GK Quick Revision Notes for APSC CCE Prelims - a fast, fact-rich revision of the entire Assam Static GK syllabus: History, Geography, National Parks & Wildlife, Art & Culture, Economy, Polity & Administration, Important Personalities and Miscellaneous GK. Tables, timelines, memory tricks, Most-Asked and High-Probability fact boxes, plus one-liner and last-minute revision sheets. Built for quick revision before the APSC Prelims.
APSC Geography Complete Notes for Prelims & Mains
Study material
Comprehensive APSC Geography notes for Prelims and Mains, written in simple language for beginners. Covers physical geography (interior of the Earth, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanism, rocks, rivers), oceanography (currents, tides, corals, UNCLOS), climatology (seasons, atmosphere, pressure belts) and world regional map facts - with labelled SVG diagrams, revision notes, statement-based MCQs and descriptive Mains questions with model answers.
APSC Indian Polity Notes: Fundamental Rights (Articles 14-32)
Study material
Comprehensive APSC Indian Polity notes on Fundamental Rights (Articles 14-32), written in simple language for beginners. Covers Articles 17 to 26 - untouchability, titles, the six freedoms, protection in conviction, life and personal liberty, education, arrest and detention, right against exploitation and freedom of religion - with landmark Supreme Court cases, key amendments, revision notes, statement-based MCQs and descriptive Mains questions with model answers.
APSC Economics Notes
Study material
Comprehensive Economics Notes for APSC CCE Prelims and Mains. Includes conceptual explanations in simple language, revision notes, statement-based MCQs, descriptive questions, model answers and exam-oriented preparation material.
A dedicated daily & monthly current-affairs feed (Assam-weighted) is coming soon. In the meantime, explore our latest articles and downloads:
Prelims cut-off trends — General Studies Paper I (out of 200)
| Year | General | OBC/MOBC | SC | ST (Plains) | ST (Hills) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 95 | 80 | 74.5 | 75.5 | 60.5 |
| 2022 | 90 | 78 | 70 | 70 | 60 |
| 2021 | 92 | 79 | 72 | 73 | 62 |
| 2020 | 88 | 75 | 68 | 70 | 58 |
Indicative trends based on published reports; the Prelims is qualifying only. Final selection is on the Mains (1500) + Interview (180). Always verify official cut-offs on apsc.nic.in.
NCERT textbooks (Classes VI–XII)
History, Geography, Polity, Economy — build the foundation first.
Indian Polity — M. Laxmikanth
Standard reference for the polity & governance sections.
Indian Economy — Ramesh Singh
Covers economic & social development.
Certificate Physical and Human Geography — G. C. Leong
Core geography concepts.
India's Struggle for Independence — Bipan Chandra
Indian National Movement.
A Comprehensive History of Assam / Assam General Knowledge
For Assam history, culture and static GK (Paper VI & Assam sections).
The Assam Tribune + a monthly current affairs magazine
Daily and monthly current affairs, Assam-weighted.
APSC CCE rewards consistency over cramming. Build a strong NCERT-based foundation, layer Assam-specific static GK on top, and practise with timed mocks and previous-year papers throughout. Treat the qualifying CSAT seriously — clearing it is non-negotiable.
1. Master the syllabus & pattern
Print the official syllabus and map every topic to a resource. Know the prelims-vs-mains weightage before you start.
2. Build the NCERT base
Finish NCERTs for History, Geography, Polity and Economy. This single step covers a large share of the prelims GS paper.
3. Go deep on Assam GK
Assam history, geography, economy, art & culture and current affairs are CareerUdaya's strength — and a high-yield, less-competitive scoring area.
4. Don't ignore CSAT
Paper II is qualifying (33%). Practise comprehension, reasoning and basic numeracy weekly so it never becomes a surprise.
5. Practise with timed mocks & PYQs
Attempt full-length and sectional mocks under exam conditions, then review every wrong answer. Use previous-year papers to calibrate difficulty.
6. Revise current affairs daily
Maintain short, dated notes from a newspaper and a monthly capsule, weighted toward Assam and the Northeast.
7. Start Mains answer-writing early
Once prelims foundations are in place, practise structured descriptive answers and essays in your chosen medium (English or Assamese).
Who conducts the APSC CCE?
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination to recruit officers for Assam's state civil services. It is not conducted by the UPSC.
How many stages are there in APSC CCE?
Three stages: the Preliminary Examination (objective, screening), the Main Examination (written, descriptive) and a Personality Test / Interview.
Is there negative marking in the APSC CCE Prelims?
Yes. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer in the objective prelims papers.
Is the CSAT (Paper II) qualifying?
Yes. Prelims Paper II (CSAT / Aptitude) is qualifying in nature — a candidate must score at least 33% to qualify.
What is the age limit for APSC CCE?
Candidates must generally be 21 to 38 years old as on 1 January of the examination year, with relaxations of +5 years (SC/ST), +3 years (OBC/MOBC) and +10 years (PwBD).
Is knowledge of Assamese required?
For most posts, the ability to read, write and speak Assamese — or another official/associate official/tribal language of Assam — is required, subject to APSC's exemptions for certain posts and areas.
Are Prelims marks counted in the final merit?
No. The Preliminary Examination is only a screening test. The final merit list is based on the Main Examination (1500 marks) plus the Interview (180 marks), totalling 1680 marks.
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