APSC CCE Recruitment 2026: Applications Begin for 78 Major Government Posts in Assam – Read Complete Details Here

If you dream of working in a major government post in Assam, then this news is very important for you. The Assam Public Service Commission has released the official notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026. This time, a total of 78 vacancies have been announced, including Assam Civil Service, Assam Police Service and several other prestigious posts. The application process has already started from 13 April 2026 and the last date is 3 May 2026 which means very little time is left.

Therefore, apply as soon as possible after understanding all the details properly. In this article, we will explain eligibility, exam pattern, salary, selection process and the complete application method in very simple language.

Summary Table: APSC CCE Recruitment 2026

Which Posts Will Be Recruited? (Post-wise Vacancy Details)

Under APSC CCE 2026, a total of 78 vacancies have been announced for 11 different services and posts. Among these, the highest number of posts are for Assam Civil Service. See the post-wise breakdown below:

All these posts are Group A and Group B administrative roles under the Assam state government. After selection, you may get posting anywhere in Assam, and there are very good opportunities for career growth as well.

Who Can Apply?

Before applying for APSC CCE 2026, make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria.

Nationality and Domicile

The applicant must be an Indian citizen. Along with this, the candidate should be an original inhabitant of Assam and must be registered in any District Employment Office of Assam. In addition, the candidate should be able to speak Assamese or any other official/tribal language of Assam.

Educational Qualification

The candidate must have a Graduate (Bachelor’s) Degree from any recognized university, regardless of the stream. The good thing is that final year students can also apply however, they will have to show their degree certificate at the time of the Mains exam.

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)

Note: There is no limit on the number of attempts. You can take the exam as long as you are within the maximum age limit.

How Much Will Application Fee Have to Pay?

The application fee is different according to the category. One important thing here female candidates will not have to pay any application fee in any category. It is completely exempted.

How Will Selection Be Done?

The selection process of APSC CCE has three stages. Performance in each stage decides the path to the next stage.

Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

This is a screening exam which is only qualifying in nature. It has 2 papers, each paper carrying 200 marks and 2 hours duration. There is also negative marking in Prelims 1/4 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. Candidates who qualify in Prelims will be called for Mains.

Stage 2 – Main Examination (Descriptive Type)

The Mains exam consists of a total of 6 papers, including Essay and General Studies. Each paper is of 250 marks. This exam will be conducted only in Guwahati. The marks of Mains carry the highest weightage in the final merit list.

Stage 3 – Interview / Personality Test

Candidates who qualify in Mains will be called for an Interview of 180 marks. Here, the overall personality, leadership quality and administrative suitability of the candidate are assessed.

How Is Final Selection Done?

• Prelims is only a qualifying stage its marks are not added to the merit.
• Final merit is prepared on the basis of Mains marks + Interview marks.
• Post allocation is based on the candidate’s rank, preferences and reservation category.
• The Commission recommends only as many candidates as there are vacancies announced.

How Much Salary And Growth Will You Get?

The salary package after selection through APSC CCE is quite good. For posts like Assam Civil Service and Assam Police Service, the pay range is from ₹22,000 to ₹1,10,000 this varies according to the post and grade. Apart from this, facilities like DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), medical benefits and job security are also provided.

How to Apply Online?

Step-by-Step Guide

Applying is very easy, but every step has to be done carefully. The complete process is given below:

1. First of all, go to the official portal apscrecruitment.in.
2. If you are applying for the first time, complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
3. Fill in your email, mobile number and basic details, then verify through OTP.
4. Login and fill the CCE 2025-26 application form.
5. Carefully fill in personal details, educational qualification and post preferences.
6. Upload photo, signature and required documents (keep size below 4MB).
7. Pay the application fee and submit the form.
8. Do not forget to keep a printout of the application form.

Keep These Documents Ready: HSLC Admit Card (for age proof), Graduation Marksheets, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Employment Exchange Registration, Small Family Norms Declaration (Form-A), and PwBD certificate (if applicable).

Where Will the Prelims Exams Be Held?

For the Preliminary Examination, 34 centres have been created across Assam, including Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Silchar, Jorhat, Tezpur and other major cities. However, the Main Exam will be held only in Guwahati so prepare to travel to Guwahati for Mains.

What Should You Do Before Prelims?

Since the Prelims exam is on 5 July 2026, only about two and a half months are left from now. Therefore, start preparation without delay. Focus on General Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science), Assam GK and Current Affairs. The CSAT paper is qualifying, but do not ignore it. Solving previous year question papers will be very beneficial. Along with this, definitely take mock tests every week so that both speed and accuracy improve.

Official Links

Apply and Download Notification From Here

• Online Application Portal: apscrecruitment.in
• Official Notification PDF Download: apsc.nic.in/advt_2026/Advt_CCE-2025.pdf
• Official Website of Assam Public Service Commission: apsc.nic.in

Conclusion

Apply Now, Don’t Miss the Opportunity

APSC CCE 2026 is one of the most prestigious competitive exams in Assam. If you are a graduate living in Assam and dream of a government job, then this opportunity is truly golden. 78 posts, 11 services and a good salary this combination attracts lakhs of candidates every year. Therefore, without any delay, visit the application portal, check your eligibility and submit your form before 3 May 2026. Also, start preparing for Prelims from now itself because there is no shortcut to hard work.

All the Best! 🙏

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