APSC CCE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 78 ACS, APS & Other Services Vacancies

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The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released the highly anticipated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026 notification (Advt No. 01/2026). This year, the commission is recruiting for 78 prestigious vacancies across various Group-A and Group-B state government services, including the Assam Civil Service (ACS) and Assam Police Service (APS).

For graduates in Assam preparing for competitive exams, cracking the APSC CCE is the ultimate goal. In this comprehensive guide, we have covered everything you need to know about the APSC CCE 2026 Notification—from category-wise vacancy breakdowns and salary structures to eligibility rules, the selection process, and the latest exam syllabus.

APSC CCE Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

APSC CCE 2026 Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

The 78 vacancies are distributed across 11 different high-ranking cadres. Here is the detailed post-wise breakdown:

APSC CCE Salary & Pay Scale (Post-Wise)

Getting selected through the APSC CCE offers highly lucrative pay scales along with state government allowances and grade pay.

• PB-4 (Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 1,10,000): Applicable for ACS, APS, Superintendent of Excise, DTO, Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies, and Assam Urban Administrative Service. Grade Pay ranges from Rs. 12,700 to Rs. 13,300.
• PB-3 (Rs. 22,000 – Rs. 97,000): Applicable for Inspector of Labour, Inspector of Excise, Assistant Employment Officer, Sub-Registrar, and Research Assistant. Grade Pay is Rs. 9,100 to Rs. 9,400.

Eligibility Criteria for APSC CCE 2026

To be eligible to apply for APSC CCE 2026, candidates must fulfill strict educational, nationality, and age requirements.

1. Nationality & Domicile:

• The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
• The candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam and must hold valid domicile proof (PRC/Employment Exchange Registration).

2. Educational Qualification:

• Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized central or state University/Institution.
• Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write at least one official language of Assam (Assamese, Bengali, or Bodo). Exemption applies to candidates from Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts.

3. Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 38 Years

(Reference Date for age calculation is exactly as defined in the official notification).

APSC CCE 2026 Selection Process & Syllabus Overview

The APSC CCE is conducted in three rigorous stages:

Phase 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

The Prelims consists of two papers (200 marks each) and serves as a screening test.

• Paper-I (General Studies I): 30% to 35% of questions are exclusively based on Assam (History, Geography, Polity, Economy of Assam). To strengthen your Assam GK, review our detailed notes on Assamese History, Culture, and Traditional Husori.
• Paper-II (General Studies II / CSAT): Covers comprehension, logical reasoning, and basic numeracy. This paper is qualifying in nature (minimum 33% required).

Phase 2: Main Examination (Descriptive Type)

Candidates who pass Prelims are called for the Mains. It consists of 6 heavily weighted papers, including an Essay paper and General Studies papers covering Indian History, Global Geography, Governance, Technology, Ethics, and dedicated Assam-specific subjects.

Phase 3: Personality Test (Interview)

Candidates who clear the Main Examination are interviewed by the APSC board to test their leadership qualities, mental alertness, and suitability for civil service.

How to Apply Online for APSC CCE 2026?

Follow these exact steps to complete your online registration on the APSC portal:

1. Scroll down and go to the Important Links section below.
2. Click on the “Apply Online” link (Note: Link will be activated on April 13, 2026, at 12:00 Noon).
3. You will be redirected to apscrecruitment.in.
4. Click on “Register Here” to create your profile (or log in if you applied for APSC exams previously).
5. Fill in your personal details, academic records, and permanent address carefully.
6. Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and category certificates (if applicable) in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the required application fee using Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Card.
8. Submit the application and take a secure printout of the final form for future use.

Important Dates & Deadlines

Important Web-Links for APSC CCE 2026

• APSC CCE Apply Online Link: [Link Active on April 13]
• Download Official Notification (PDF): [Click Here to Download]
• APSC Official Website: Visit apsc.nic.in
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for APSC CCE 2026

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in APSC CCE 2026?
Ans: The Assam Public Service Commission has announced a total of 78 vacancies across 11 different departments, including 45 posts for ACS and 6 for APS.

Q2. Who can apply for the APSC CCE?
Ans: Any Indian citizen who is a permanent resident of Assam, aged between 21 and 38 years, holding a valid Bachelor’s degree, can apply.

Q3. When is the last date to apply for APSC CCE 2026?
Ans: The online application portal will close on May 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM.