APSC CCE Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025 (Prelims and Mains)

The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) to recruit candidates for various administrative positions in Assam. This blog comprehensively guides the syllabus, exam pattern, and preparation strategies for APSC CCE Prelims and Mains 2025.

Overview 

The APSC CCE is a highly competitive examination that assesses candidates’ knowledge, reasoning ability, and administrative aptitude. Candidates who clear the exam secure prestigious government positions in Assam.

Detail	Information
Organizer	Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
Exam Name	Combined Competitive Examination (CCE)
Stages	Prelims, Mains, Interview
Eligibility	Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
Age Limit	21–38 years (Relaxations apply)
Official Website	Click Here

Selection Process

The APSC CCE consists of three stages:

1. Preliminary Examination – Objective-type screening test.
2. Main Examination – Descriptive-type written examination.
3. Interview/Personality Test – Assessment of personality, communication, and decision-making skills.

Exam Pattern: A Comprehensive Breakdown

Preliminary Examination

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration	Nature
Paper I	General Studies I	200	2 hours	Objective (MCQ)
Paper II	General Studies II (CSAT)	200	2 hours	Objective (MCQ)
Total		400

Note: Paper II (CSAT) is qualifying in nature with a minimum requirement of 33% marks.

Main Examination

Paper	Subject	Marks	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	Optional Subject Paper I	250	3 hours
Interview	Personality Test	275	–
Total		1775

Detailed Syllabus for Prelims and Mains

Prelims Syllabus

General Studies Paper I

Topic	Subtopics
Current Events	National & International news, Government policies, Important Summits, Awards & Honors
History	Ancient, Medieval & Modern Indian History, Indian National Movement, Assam History
Geography	Physical & Economic Geography of India & World, Environment & Ecology, Assam Geography
Polity & Governance	Indian Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues
Economy	Economic Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives
General Science	Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Everyday Science
Environment	Biodiversity, Climate Change, Pollution & Conservation Efforts

General Studies Paper II (CSAT)

Topic	Subtopics
Comprehension	Reading passages and answering questions
Logical Reasoning	Coding-Decoding, Analogies, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Statements & Assumptions
Decision Making	Situation-based problems, Ethical decision making
General Mental Ability	Number series, Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Data Sufficiency
Basic Numeracy	Arithmetic, Number Systems, Averages, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages
Data Interpretation	Graphs, Tables, Charts, Data Sufficiency

Mains Syllabus

General Studies Paper I

Topic	Subtopics
Indian Heritage & Culture	Art, Architecture, Literature, Music, and Dance Forms
History	Ancient, Medieval & Modern Indian History, Post-Independence History
Geography	Physical & Economic Geography, Climate & Natural Resources, Assam-specific Geography

General Studies Paper II

Topic	Subtopics
Indian Polity & Governance	Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues
Social Justice	Welfare Schemes, Health, Education, Gender Issues, Social Sector Initiatives
International Relations	India’s Foreign Policy, Global Organizations, Bilateral Relations

General Studies Paper III

Topic	Subtopics
Indian Economy	Economic Growth, Development & Planning, Budgeting, Banking & Financial Institutions
Science & Technology	Space & IT, Developments in Science & Tech, Biotechnology, Robotics, AI
Environment & Ecology	Biodiversity, Conservation, Environmental Issues & Policies
Security Issues	Internal & External Security Threats, Cyber Security, Disaster Management

General Studies Paper IV

Topic	Subtopics
Ethics & Integrity	Ethical Values in Public Administration, Accountability, Transparency
Attitude & Aptitude	Emotional Intelligence, Role of Civil Services in Governance
Case Studies	Applied Ethics, Decision-Making, and Problem-Solving in Governance

Optional Subject Paper I, and II

Topic	Subtopics
Selected Optional Subject	Topics as per APSC-prescribed syllabus

Prelims Syllabus PDF Download

Paper	Subjects
Paper I	General Studies I
Paper Il	General Studies II (CSAT)

Main Syllabus PDF Download

Paper	Subject
Paper I	Essay
Paper II	General Studies I
Paper III	General Studies II
Paper IV	General Studies III
Paper V	General Studies IV
Paper VI	General Subject Paper on Assam

How to Prepare: Strategies and Resources

Recommended Books

Subject	Book Title	Author
General Studies	General Knowledge 2025	Arihant Experts
History	India’s Struggle for Independence	Bipan Chandra
Polity	Indian Polity	M. Laxmikanth
Economy	Indian Economy	Ramesh Singh
Geography	Certificate in Physical and Human Geography	G.C. Leong
Ethics	Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude	Subba Rao

Preparation Tips

• Focus on NCERT books for foundational knowledge.
• Practice answer writing regularly for Mains.
• Attempt mock tests to improve accuracy and speed.
• Revise current affairs from reliable sources like newspapers and monthly magazines.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Mistake	Suggestion
Ignoring the syllabus	Stick to the official syllabus for focused preparation.
Not practicing answer writing	Improve writing speed and answer structuring.
Skipping mock tests	Take regular mock tests for self-evaluation.
Overlooking CSAT	Ensure qualifying marks in Paper II of Prelims.

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Conclusion

The APSC CCE 2025 is a gateway to prestigious administrative positions in Assam. Understanding the exam pattern, syllabus, and preparation strategies will help candidates maximize their success rate. Stay updated with official notifications and maintain a consistent study schedule.

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