APSC CCE Syllabus 2023: Turbocharge Your Preparation for Triumph, Download PDF

Welcome to our complete reference to the APSC CCE Syllabus 2023! If you are preparing for the Assam Public Service Commission Combined Competitive Examination (APSC CCE) in 2023, you have come to the right place. In this blog article, we will go into the APSC CCE syllabus, giving you useful insights and a downloadable PDF for your convenience. Aspiring candidates understand the critical role that a well-structured syllabus plays in exam preparation. Download the PDF, familiarise yourself with the syllabus, and begin your journey to success in the APSC CCE 2023.

apsc cce syllabus
Organisation NameAssam Public Service commission
Post NameAssam Civil Service (Jr. Grade), Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade), Superintendent of Taxes, Superintendent of Excise, Assam Finance Service, Block Development Officer, Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Inspector of Taxes, Inspector of Labour, Assistant Employment Officer, Sub-Registrar, Assistant Accounts Officer, Inspecting Auditor
CategorySyllabus
QualificationGraduate
Upper Age Limit38 Years
Examination modeOffline
Selection ProcessPrelims, Mains and Interview
Official Websitewww.apsc.nic.in

APSC CCE Exam Pattern

PaperSubjectMarksTimeQuestion type
Paper IGeneral Studies I2002 hoursObjective type
Paper IIGeneral Studies II2002 hoursObjective type
Total Marks400
Sl no.PapersSubjectMarksDuration
1Paper 1Essay250 3 Hrs
2Papers 2 to 6 General Studies250 for each paper paper3 hours for each
3Interview/Personality Test
(after qualifying in written test)
180
Total:1680
*A candidate shall be allowed to write his or her answer papers in English or Assamese.

APSC CCE syllabus: Preliminary examination

General Studies
Paper: I
General Studies
Paper: II
i. Current events of national and international importance.

ii. History of India and the Indian National Movement.

iii. Indian and World Geography—Physical, Social, and Economic Geography of India and the World.

iv. Indian Polity and Governance: Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.

v. Economic and Social Development: Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.

vi. General issues on environmental ecology, biodiversity, and climate change that do not require subject specialisation.

vii. General Science.

Note: 30–35% of the questions in General Studies Paper I will be related to Assam.
i. Comprehension.

ii. interpersonal skills, including communication skills.

iii. Logical reasoning and analytical ability.

iv. Decision-making and problem solving.

v. general mental ability.

vi. Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc.) (Class X level), Data Interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency, etc.) (Class X level)

APSC CCE syllabus: Mains examination

PaperPaper NameSyllabus
Paper IEssayNA
Paper IIGeneral Studies IDownload
Paper IIIGeneral Studies IIDownload
Paper IVGeneral Studies IIIDownload
Paper VGeneral Studies IVDownload
Paper VIGeneral Studies paper on AssamDownload

Best Books for APSC CCE

History1. Tamil Nadu State Board History Book, class XI
2. Tamil Nadu State Board History Book, class XII
3. Politics in India since Independence ( Class XII NCERT)
4. Modern: A brief history of modern India, spectrum
Art and culture1. An Introduction to Indian Art ( Part 1, Class XI NCERT)
2. Vision IAS Art and culture notes
Geography1. NCERT Geography (Class 6–12)
2. OXFORD Atlas
Polity1. Indian constitution at work ( Class XI NCERT Political science)
2. Political theory ( Class XI NCERT)
3. Indian polity by M LAXMIKANTH
4. ARC Reports
Environment and Ecology1. Chemistry: NCERT Class XI (Part II): Environmental chemistry
2. Biology: Class XII-Environment and ecology (Chapter 13, 14, 15, 16)
3. 2nd ARC, 3rd report, Crisis management
4. Any Current Affairs environment compilation
Economics1. Class IX NCERT
2. Understanding Economic development (Class X NCERT)
3. Indian economic development (Class XI NCERT)
4. Introductory macroeconomics (Class XII NCERT)
5. PIB summary of economic survey
6. Budget summary
International Relations1. Contemporary world politics (Class XII NCERT)
2. PIB website
3. MEA monthly major achievement
Assam History1. Glimpses into the history of Assam (P.N. Dutta)
2. A history of Assam by Sir Edward Gait
3. ASSAM: FROM YANDABO TO PARTITION by Priyam Goswami
Essay1. Essay for civil services
2. 151 essay by Arihant
Assam Geography1. General studies manual for Assam civil service examination
2. Assam year book English
OR
2. Assam Year Book Assamese
ARC Reports1. 1st report : Right to information
2. 3rd report: Crisis management
3. 4th report : Ethics in governance
4. 6th report: Local governance
5. 9th report: Social capital: A shared Destiny
6. 10th report : Refurbishing of Personnel administration
7. 11th report: Promoting e-governance
8. 12th report: Citizen-Centric Administration

(Read only the summary.)
Disclaimer: The inclusion of these books in the recommended list for the APSC CCE Exam does not imply endorsement, and the decision to purchase any of these books is entirely at the discretion of the consumer.

APSC CCE syllabus: FAQ

Is the APSC CCE conducted every year?

Yes, APSC CCE Conducted every year by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)

Who is eligible for the APSC 2024?

  • One must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in any field from a University Grant Commission-accredited institution.
  • Age Limit – One’s age must be between 21 and 38 years old; however, OBC and SC/ST will be granted a 3-year and 5-year age relaxation, respectively.

What is the first salary of APSC?

For different post the salary is different. Look at the list below for detailed structure:

  • Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) : PB-4, Pay scale 30,000/- -1,10,000/- Grade Pay 13,300/-
  • Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) : PB-4, Pay scale 30,000/– 1,10,000/- Grade Pay 13,300/-
  • Superintendent of Taxes : PB-4, Pay scale 30,000/- -1,10,000/- Grade Pay 12,700/-
  • Superintendent of Excise: PB-4, Pay scale 30,000/– 1,10,000/- Grade Pay 12,700/-
  • Assam Finance Service (Jr. Grade II): PB-4, Pay scale 30,000/- -1,10,000/- Grade Pay 12,700/-
  • Block Development Officer: PB-4, Pay scale 30,000/- -1,10,000/- Grade Pay 12,700/-
  • Assistant Registrar of Cooperative society: PB 4, pay scale 30,000/– 1,10,000/- Grade Pay 12,700/-
  • Inspector of Taxes: PB-3, Pay scale 22,000/- -97,000/- Grade Pay 9,100/-
  • Inspector of Labour: PB-3, Pay scale 22,000/- -97,000/- Grade Pay 9,100/-
  • Assistant Employment Officer: PB-3, Pay scale 22,000/- -97,000/- Grade Pay 9,400/-
  • Sub Registrar: PB-3, Pay scale 22,000/- -97,000/- Grade Pay 9,100/-
  • Assistant Accounts Officer: PB-3, Pay scale 22,000/- -97,000/- Grade Pay 9,100/-
  • Inspecting Auditor, Elementary Education: PB-3, Pay scale 22,000/- -97,000/- Grade Pay 9,400/-

What is the last date of the APSC CCE 2023 notification?

The last date to submit application is 06.02.2024

What is the highest post in APSC?

The highest posts of APSC CCE are Assam Civil Service (ACS) and Assam Police Service (APS)

How many attempts are there for the APSC?

An aspirant is eligible to attempt the exam until the age of 38. However, there are quota-based relaxations available, providing additional flexibility. Furthermore, there is no restriction on the number of attempts allowed, offering candidates the opportunity for multiple tries till 38 years.

What are the Viva marks in APSC?

The viva marks for APSC CCE is 180

What is the exam pattern for the APSC CCE?

APSC CCE consist of three stages : Preliminary exam, Mains examination and Interview

What is the syllabus for the APSC CCE?

The detailed syllabus for the APSC CCE is discussed in this blog post. Also downloadable pdfs are also available.

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