APSC Combined Services Syllabus 2027
Assam Public Service Commission Combined Competitive Exam (CCE)
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Studies | 50 | 50 |
| 2 | English Language | 50 | 50 |
| 3 | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo Language | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
Syllabus by Subject
General Studies
Key topics covered as per the official APSC Combined Services syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for General Studies.
View General Studies Syllabus →English Language
Key topics covered as per the official APSC Combined Services syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for English Language.
View English Language Syllabus →Assamese/Bengali/Bodo Language
Key topics covered as per the official APSC Combined Services syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Assamese/Bengali/Bodo Language.
View Assamese/Bengali/Bodo Language Syllabus →Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
Graduate from a recognized university; age 21–38 years for unreserved
ANumber of Attempts
6 for unreserved; relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per Assam rules
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Annual
Next Exam Date
April 2027
Registration Opens
January 2027
Preparation Tips
- 1Study Assam history comprehensively from Ahom kingdom rule to the Assam Accord 1985 and current developments; focus on Assam's ethnic diversity, major tribes, and cultural heritage.
- 2For General Studies, cover the Brahmaputra river system in detail, Assam's tea industry, oil and gas resources, and major national parks (Kaziranga, Manas, Dibru-Saikhowa).
- 3Practise Assamese Language grammar — sandhi, vibhakti, tense forms — and read Assamese newspapers (Dainik Agradoot, Amar Asom) to improve vocabulary and comprehension.
- 4For English section, focus on Reading Comprehension speed and accuracy; practice grammar error-spotting and vocabulary from standard books like Wren & Martin and Word Power Made Easy.
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