The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) annually to recruit candidates for various prestigious administrative services in Assam. The APSC CCE 2023 is an important examination that determines the selection of candidates for a wide range of services. The APSC has published the cut-off marks for each service and post as part of the recruitment process. These cut-off marks help identify the minimum score a candidate needs to secure to qualify for a particular service or post.
It’s a great move by APSC to release service-wise cut-off marks! This kind of transparency helps aspirants understand the competition and align their preparation with realistic expectations.
It’s no surprise that the ACS positions have the highest cut-off, given their reputation as the most coveted roles in state services. The simultaneously high cut-offs for APS (Assam Police Service) and BDO (Block Development Officer) also reflect the growing popularity of these positions due to their significant responsibilities and opportunities for career advancement.
This step by APSC will undoubtedly help aspirants plan better and comprehend the trends in preference and competition for various posts.
This article is intended to provide a detailed overview of the cut-off marks for various services/posts under the APSC CCE 2023 and analyze the significance of these marks. We will also explain how the cut-off is determined and the factors that affect it.
1. Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade)
The Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) is one of the most sought-after services in Assam. Candidates aspiring to serve in this service must meet the cut-off marks for their respective categories. The cut-offs for the APSC CCE 2023 exam are as follows:
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 804 | 804 |
| OBC/MOBC | 766 | 766 |
| Moran | 733 | – |
| Motak | 766 | – |
| ST(P) | 757 | 757 |
| ST (H) | 730 | – |
| PwBD (Locomotor) | 673 | – |
| Ex-Serviceman | 660 | – |
2. Assam Police Service (Junior Grade)
The APSC CCE 2023 cut-off for this coveted position highlights competition across categories:
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 770 | 770 |
| OBC/MOBC | 760 | 760 |
| Moran | 709 | – |
| Motak | 760 | – |
| SC | 756 | – |
| ST (P) | 731 | 731 |
| ST (H) | 720 | – |
| Ex-Serviceman | 619 | – |
3. Superintendent of Taxes
The APSC CCE 2023 cut-off for Superintendent of Taxes and Excise positions is as follows:
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| SC | 762 |
4. Superintendent of Excise
The APSC CCE 2023 cut-offs for BDO reflect the intense competition:
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| SC | 762 |
5. Assam Finance Service
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 754 | 754 |
| OBC/MOBC | 745 | – |
| ST(P) | 724 | – |
| ST(H) | 736 | – |
6. Block Development Officer (BDO)
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 770 | – |
| OBC/MOBC | 759 | – |
| SC | 742 | – |
| ST (H) | 715 | – |
7. Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 773 | – |
| OBC/MOBC | 754 | – |
| PwBD (Locomotor) | 668 | – |
8. Inspector of Taxes
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 769 | – |
| OBC/MOBC | 749 | – |
9. Inspector of Labour
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 765 | – |
| OBC/MOBC | 748 | – |
| ST | 706 | – |
10. Assistant Employment Officer
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC/MOBC | 752 | – |
11. Sub-Registrar
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 764 | – |
| OBC/MOBC | 748 | – |
| ST (H) | 706 | – |
12. Assistant Accounts Officer (Assam Accounts Service)
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 745 | 745 |
| OBC/MOBC | 736 | 731 |
| SC | 729 | 729 |
| ST (P) | 706 | 700 |
| ST (H) | 674 | 674 |
| PwBD (Deaf) | 627 | |
| PwBD (Low Vision) | 630 | |
| Ex-Serviceman | 617 |
13. Inspecting Auditor (Elementary Education)
| CATEGORY | MALE | FEMALE |
| OC | 763 | – |
| OBC/MOBC | 747 | 747 |
| SC | 728 | – |
| ST (P) | 712 | – |
| ST(H) | 674 | – |
| PwBD | 663 | – |
About APSC CCE 2023
The APSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is one of the most sought-after exams in Assam, offering opportunities in various government cadres. Here are the specifics:
Here’s everything you need to know:
APSC CCE Preliminary Examination 2023
| Particulars | Details |
| Name of Exam | APSC CCE Preliminary Examination 2023 |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2024 |
| Total Vacancies | 235 posts |
| Date of the Exam | 18 March 2024 (Monday) |
| Type of Questions | Objective-type multiple-choice questions |
| Number of Question Papers | 2 Papers |
| Papers | General Studies I & General Studies II |
| Total Marks | 400 marks (200 marks each for GS-I & GS-II) |
| Duration of Each Paper | 2 hours per paper |
| Negative Marking | One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for a wrong answer |
| Exam Centres | Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Biswanath Chariali, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Diphu, Goalpara, Golaghat, Guwahati, Haflong, Hamren, Hatsingimari, Hojai, Jorhat, Kajalgaon, Karimganj, Kokrajhar, Majuli, Mangaldoi, Morigaon, Mushalpur, Nagaon, Nalbari, North Lakhimpur, Silchar, Sivasagar, Sonari, Tezpur, Tinsukia, Udalguri |
| Syllabus Details | General Studies-I (30-35% questions related to Assam) and General Studies-II (qualifying paper) |
| Qualifying Marks (Paper II) | 33% in General Studies II (CSAT) |
APSC CCE Main Examination 2023
Written Examination
| Particulars | Details |
| Name of Exam | APSC CCE Main Examination 2023 |
| Date of Exam | 26,27, 28 July |
| Type of Questions | Descriptive |
| Medium of Exam | English or Assamese |
| Total Papers | 6 Papers |
| Total Marks | 1500 Marks (250 marks each paper) |
| Duration of Each Paper | 3 Hours per paper |
| Exam Centre | Guwahati |
Papers Details:
| Paper | Type | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | Essay | 250 | 3 hours |
| Papers 2 to 4 | General Studies Papers | 250 | 3 hours |
| Paper 5 | Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude | 250 | 3 hours |
| Paper 6 | General Subject Paper on Assam | 250 | 3 hours |
Main Examination Structure:
- Paper 1: Essay (250 Marks)
- Paper 2: General Studies I (250 Marks)
- Paper 3: General Studies II (250 Marks)
- Paper 4: General Studies III (250 Marks)
- Paper 5: General Studies IV (250 Marks)
- Paper 6: General Subject Paper on Assam (250 Marks)
APSC CCE Interview Test/Personality Test
| Particulars | Details |
| Name of Exam | APSC CCE Interview Test/Personality Test |
| Date of the exam | 12th to 29th November |
| Type of Exam | Interview |
| Total Marks | 180 Marks |
| Exam Centre | Guwahati |
| Candidate Ratio | 1:3 (Candidates called for an Interview based on the written exam result) |
| Objective | To assess the candidate’s suitability for a career in public service. This includes qualities such as mental alertness, judgment, intellectual and moral integrity, leadership, social traits, and interest in current affairs. |
| Marks Calculation | The interview marks will be added to the Main Examination marks to determine the final ranking. There is no minimum qualifying score for the interview; its marks contribute to the final score. |
Result of SPM IAS ACADEMY
SPM IAS Academy has once again achieved a milestone reinforcing its position as a premier institute for competitive exam preparation in Assam. The results of the Assam Public Service Commission’s (APSC) Combined Competitive Examination 2023 have been announced, and students of SPM IAS Academy have secured an extraordinary 194 out of the total 235 seats, marking a remarkable success rate of approximately 82.55%.
This achievement highlights the Academy’s commitment to nurturing excellence among its aspirants. Of these, 152 successful candidates were part of SPM IAS Academy’s classroom program, while 42 others were partially associated with the institute, further showcasing the Academy’s comprehensive approach to mentoring and guidance.