Introduction
Clearing the APSC CCE Preliminary Exam is only the first hurdle — and 958 candidates have now crossed it. The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) released the official notification for the APSC CCE Main Exam 2026 on 31 July 2026, continuing the recruitment process that began with Advertisement No. 01/2026 dated 10 April 2026. This APSC CCE Main Exam 2026 cycle will fill 78 vacancies across 11 services and posts, including Assam Civil Service and Assam Police Service.
Only candidates who cleared the Preliminary Examination — held on 5 July 2026 across 35 district headquarters — are eligible to apply for the APSC CCE Main Exam 2026. The online application window opens on 4 August 2026 and closes on 24 August 2026, so shortlisted candidates have a little under three weeks to complete the process. Candidates can also check other ongoing government job openings currently accepting applications, or explore our Career Guidance section for application tips before they begin. Here’s a complete, verified breakdown of the APSC CCE Main Exam 2026 — dates, fee, exam pattern, and how to apply.
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APSC CCE Exam 2026 – Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive (Main) Examination, 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Notification No. | 3PSC/E-10/2026-2027, dated 31 July 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 78 Posts |
| Candidates Shortlisted (Prelims) | 958 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 4 August 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Application End Date | 24 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 26 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Main Exam Dates | 9, 10 and 11 October 2026 |
| Exam Centre | Guwahati |
Candidates preparing for the APSC CCE Exam 2026 can also check the APSC CCE Syllabus page for subject-wise topics, or explore other ongoing government job openings currently accepting applications.
Eligibility for APSC CCE Exam 2026
Since this is a continuation of an earlier notification, eligibility for the APSC CCE Exam 2026 Main stage is inherited from the original Advertisement No. 01/2026. The key conditions are:
- Who Can Apply: Only candidates who qualified in the Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 are eligible for the Main Examination.
- Educational Qualification: A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
- Age Limit: Between 21 and 38 years as on 1 January 2025.
- Age Relaxation: 3 years for OBC/MOBC (up to 41), 5 years for SC/ST-P/ST-H (up to 43), and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
- Residency: Candidate must be an original inhabitant of Assam and registered with a District Employment Office of the state.
- Language: Ability to speak Assamese or another official/associate official language of Assam, or a tribal language of the state.
APSC CCE Exam 2026 – Vacancy Breakdown
A total of 78 posts have been announced across 11 services in this APSC CCE Exam 2026 cycle.
| Service | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | 45 |
| Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | 6 |
| Assistant Employment Officer | 8 |
| Inspector of Labour | 5 |
| Sub-Registrar | 4 |
| District Transport Officer | 3 |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 2 |
| Assam Urban Administrative Service (EO. Jr. Gr. II) | 2 |
| Superintendent of Excise | 1 |
| Inspector of Excise | 1 |
| Research Assistant (Border Protection & Development Deptt.) | 1 |
| Total | 78 |
Category-Wise Distribution
| Category | Total | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| Open | 42 | 9 |
| OBC/MOBC | 14 | 2 |
| SC | 8 | 2 |
| ST (Plain) | 7 | – |
| ST (Hills) | 7 | 1 |
| PwBD (Locomotor) | 3 | – |
| Total | 78 | 14 |
APSC CCE Main Exam Schedule 2026
The Main Examination will run across three consecutive days at the Guwahati centre, with two papers each day.
| Date | Forenoon (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) | Afternoon (1:30 PM – 4:30 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| 9 October 2026 | Paper-1: Essay | Paper-2: General Studies-I |
| 10 October 2026 | Paper-3: General Studies-II | Paper-4: General Studies-III |
| 11 October 2026 | Paper-5: General Studies-IV | Paper-6: General Studies-V |
Each paper carries 250 marks, for a total of 1500 marks across six papers. Every paper runs for 3 hours, and there is no optional subject. Candidates may answer in English or Assamese. General Studies-V is the Assam-specific paper, covering the state’s history, geography, polity, economy, culture, and disaster management.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | ₹250 | ₹47.20 | ₹297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | ₹150 | ₹47.20 | ₹197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD/Women | Nil | ₹47.20 | ₹47.20 |
Payment can be made through Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card only. The processing fee is charged separately by CSC-SPV under the Digital India initiative. The last date for fee payment is 26 August 2026, till 5:00 PM.
Who Should Apply
- Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the APSC CCE Prelims 2025 result list published on 30 July 2026
- Those who meet the age and qualification criteria stated in the original Advertisement No. 01/2026
- Candidates prepared to sit for a demanding three-day, six-paper written exam in October 2026
- Those who have already decided their service/post preferences, since candidature is considered only for the cadres chosen at the time of the Main application
How to Apply for APSC CCE Exam 2026
- Visit the official APSC website and locate the Combined Competitive (Main) Examination, 2025 application link.
- First-time applicants must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before proceeding.
- Log in with your credentials and fill in personal, academic, and service-preference details.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format (50 KB–200 KB, photograph not older than 3 months).
- Preview the completed form carefully before final submission.
- Pay the examination fee online and download the acknowledgement receipt for your records.
Note: The Roll Number for the Main Examination remains the same as the Preliminary Examination. No change is entertained once the application is successfully submitted, so review every field before you submit.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting more than one application — only the last submitted application is considered valid; fees paid against earlier ones are not refunded or adjusted.
- Skipping service/post preference carefully — candidature is restricted only to the cadres selected at the time of application, so this choice cannot be revised later.
- Ignoring the e-Admission Certificate — it will be uploaded on the Commission’s website around 18–19 September 2026 and must be downloaded and checked for errors; no candidate is allowed into the exam hall without it.
- Leaving document uploads for the last day — with the application window closing on 24 August 2026, last-minute technical issues on the portal are common closer to the deadline.
Important Dates for APSC CCE Exam 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 4 August 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Application End Date | 24 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 26 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Roll No. & e-Admission Certificate Upload | 18–19 September 2026 |
| APSC CCE Main Exam | 9–11 October 2026 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs on APSC CCE Exam 2026
When is the APSC CCE Exam 2026 Main application open?
The online application for the APSC CCE Main Examination 2025 is open from 4 August 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 24 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
How many candidates have qualified for the APSC CCE Exam 2026 Main stage?
A total of 958 candidates qualified in the Preliminary Examination held on 5 July 2026 and are eligible to appear for the Main Examination.
How many vacancies are there in APSC CCE Exam 2026?
There are 78 vacancies across 11 services, including Assam Civil Service (45 posts), Assam Police Service (6 posts), and other allied services.
What is the exam pattern for the APSC CCE Main Exam 2026?
The Main Examination has six descriptive papers of 250 marks each (1500 marks total), covering Essay and General Studies I–V, each of 3 hours’ duration.
Is there any application fee for the APSC CCE Exam 2026?
Yes. General category candidates pay ₹297.20, OBC/MOBC candidates pay ₹197.20, and SC/ST/BPL/PwBD/Women candidates pay only ₹47.20 as processing fee.
Where will the APSC CCE Main Exam 2026 be conducted?
The Main Examination will be held at the Guwahati centre only, on 9, 10, and 11 October 2026.
Can the roll number change between Prelims and Mains?
No. The Roll Number allotted for the Main Examination remains the same as the one used in the Preliminary Examination.
Latest Updates
Disclaimer: The above details are based on the official notification dated 31 July 2026 issued by the Assam Public Service Commission. Candidates are advised to cross-check all information on the official website before applying.
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