The superintendent of excise Assam is one of the top most powerful and respected positions in the state. This prestigious position comes under the Indian Revenue Service ( IRS) which again , is more specific to the department of Customs and central excise.
But in order to become the superintendent of excise Assam, one must be able to understand the roles of the superintendent of excise and their duties and responsibilities before setting out to prepare themselves to be a part of the department of Assam Excise.
What are the roles and functions of the Assam Excise Department?
In order to become superintendent of excise Assam and a part of the Assam Excise department, one must understand the key responsibilities of this highly esteemed department of the state. The superintendent of excise is responsible to manage and supervise
- Administration of laws concerning manufacture, production and distribution
- Prevention of illegal activities
- Issuing licenses
- The implementation of tax laws
- Carrying out the enforcement of customs and excise regulations
- Ensuring smooth revenue collection
- And ensuring compliance with government regulations and policies
Excise Department of Assam : What are its Structure and Significance?
The Assam excise department is one such functioning entity of the state that makes sure that the production of the state alcohol and drug related products are well within the state laws and regulations. The Assam Excise department is responsible to ensure the proper management and supervision of making sure that the production of such goods and products are legally controlled , simultaneously also making sure that these productions are generating proper revenue sources for the state.
The structure of the Assam Excise Department is pretty much very similar like other government departments and agencies. The state excise department ranks of Assam are as follows :
They follow the hierarchical structure in which the Commissioner of Excise Assam has the top most and the most powerful position.
Just next, in the 2nd top most position is held by the Additional Commissioner of Excise Assam
Followed by Deputy Commissioner of Excise Assam
Followed by- Joint Commissioner of Excise Assam
Then, followed by , Superintendent of Excise Assam, the key focus of this blog
And finally, followed by Excise Inspector.
What are the jurisdictions of supervision under the Superintendent of Excise Assam?
The superintendent of Excise Assam, in general supervises and works at the district level and reports to their superiors, that is, to Deputy Commissioner of Excise or directly to the Commissioner of Excise Assam. This hierarchical structure might vary from state to state.
The Superintendent of Excise Assam holds the most influential authority and position as the district level officer who is responsible to control and manage all excise related activities that occurs within the district.
How to become Superintendent of Excise Assam?
In order to become superintendent of Excise, a candidate must have the required educational qualifications to appear for the examination. The selection process for an excise officer is extensive and requires great skill and intense preparation.
There are no specific stream requirements but a candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in order to be eligible to appear for the exam. However it is often advised or recommended for candidates to have a thorough background in economics, law, public administration and/ or commerce; as these subjects align with the curriculum and overall preparation that is required for the role of the Superintendent of Excise Assam.
What is the age limit for one to become Superintendent of Excise Assam?
In order to become Superintendent of Excise Assam a candidate must belong to the age group between 21 to 38 years of age.
However, candidates who belong to the Scheduled Caste ( SC) , Scheduled Tribes ( ST) and OBC / MOBC categories, the age limit gets extended into the age range from 21 to upto an appropriate 43 years of age.
Why is Nationality important for the role of Superintendent of Excise Assam?
All candidates wishing to apply for the post of Superintendent of Excise Assam must be an Indian citizen. It is mandatory for candidates to have their permanent domicile in the state of Assam with valid proof and supporting evidentiary documents to prove their Indian citizenship.
It is mandatory for candidates to have their permanent domicile in the state of Assam because they are required to be familiar with the Assamese language, the state language of Assam, the candidates must also be aware of the local and regional issues and problems that arise in the region along with the state culture, with all its uniqueness and diversity. And, most importantly, the candidates must know all the regional specific nuances of the state in order to ensure a more efficient and effective enforcement of Excise laws in Assam .
Physical Fitness
The Assam Public Service Commission ( APSC) has strictly specified certain specific requirements for the candidates in terms of their minimum required height, chest measurements, and fitness levels. These are mandatory requirements that all candidates are to meet in order to meet the specified physical fitness standards.
Superintendent of Excise Assam recruitment process: APSC Selection
The Assam Public Service Commission ( APSC) is one of the most dignified constitutional entity that conducts this examination in 3 levels.
Written Exam
The first stage is the preliminary stage, which comprises the written exam. All candidates must appear and get selected in this stage in order to proceed to the next stages. This exam acts as a gateway that determines the selection process for students, as it comprises of objective based questions.
This written preliminary examination covers a vast syllabus usually of –
- Current Affairs
- General knowledge
- Reasoning
- Aptitude
For Prelims
| Paper Name | Syllabus |
| General Studies Paper 1 | history, geography, polity, economics, environmental issues, general science |
| general studies paper 2: CSAT | logical reasoning, quantitative analysis, analytical thinking, communication and decision making skills |
Mains Examination
Candidates who qualify the preliminary round are then selected to appear for the Mains Examination. This exam however is much more advanced and thorough than the preliminary exam. Candidates are asked to provide detailed , in depth answers to the questions asked to assess their overall understanding and comprehension of the subject matter.
The mains examination covers a vast syllabus of :
- General Studies
- Public Administration
- Excise Laws
For Mains :
| Paper Name | Syllabus |
| Paper 1: Essay | thorough and comprehensive assessment of all topics |
| Paper 2 to 5: General Studies | history, polity, economics, geography of Assam, political and administrative of Assam,literature, traditions and history of Assam + Additionally Excise laws, General Studies, Current Affairs |
Personal Interview
The last the most crucial stage of the APSC selection is the Personal Interview round where candidates are assessed face to face with their overall in depth knowledge and experience to determine whether or not they are fit for the role they aspire for. The final make it or break it stage where candidates realize their dreams are coming true.
Post Selection: Training and Career Development
After the candidates successfully secure the best grades in the APSC examination and get selected for the positions, the newly selected Superintendent of Excise Assam from various districts are to receive training to familiarize themselves with the operations of the Assam Excise department.
This training period involves both classroom and in job training sessions to make these newly selected Superintendents adapt and prepare for their duties and new roles.
Initial Training
The initial Training process includes learning about
- Excise laws and regulations
- Enforcement techniques
- Revenue collection
- Revenue auditing
Field Training
The next step is the field training where candidates are trained about :
- Conducting inspections
- Prevention of smuggling
- Managing a district excise officer
Salary of Superintendent of Excise Assam
The salary of the Superintendent of excise depend upon a number of different factors which all cumulate into a round figure per month
| Post Name | Payment |
| Superintendent of Excise | pay scale of ₹30,000 + 1,10,000 grade pay + 11,500 PB -3 |
| Inspector of Taxes | pay scale of ₹22,000+97,000 grade pay +9,100 PB -3 |
| Inspector of Excise, Registrar( Industrial Tribunal) Research Assistant, transport survey and minorities development board | pay scale ₹22,000+ ₹97,000 Grade pay+₹9,100 PB -3 |
Apart from the mentioned salary numbers they also enjoy other state government sanctioned allowances, such as:
- General Dearness Allowance
- House Rent and Compensatory Allowance
- Earned leave allowance
- Traveling allowance
- And other related allowances and reimbursements
The ranks are then assigned as per the seniority basis and so does their salary increases.
Conclusion:
In order to become superintendent of excise a candidate must prepare their way through the APSC exam and selection criteria. With the right amount of preparation and focused comprehensive training anyone can prepare for the role . With a disciplined approach and training plan anyone can crack the exam. Thus candidates must be aware of what they need to do in order to become and attempt for the role of Superintendent of Excise Assam .