Last updated: 5 June 2026
Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (APCS / APPSCCE) 2026
Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination (APPSCCE) for Arunachal Pradesh Civil Services (APCS), Arunachal Pradesh Police Services (APPS), CDPO, Station Superintendent, Assistant Section Officer and allied Group A/B posts. The 2025–26 notification is expected on appsc.gov.in; Prelims is on 6 September 2026 and Mains in December 2026 per the official exam calendar.
APPSCCE 2025–26: Prelims 6 September 2026 · Mains December 2026 · 140 vacancies (when notified). Registration window expected after notification on appsc.gov.in. — official PDF
APPSC APCS 2026 — Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Exam Name | APPSC Combined Competitive Examination (APPSCCE / Arunachal PCS) |
| Cycle | 2025–26 (notification expected) |
| Total Vacancies | 140 posts (last cycle; confirm in notification) |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Age Limit | 21–35 years (category relaxations as per APPSC rules) |
| APPSCCE Prelims 2026 | 6 September 2026 |
| APPSCCE Mains 2026 | December 2026 |
| Interview | To be announced after Mains |
| Exam Stages | Prelims · Mains (8 papers) · Interview |
| Exam Frequency | Annual (state-level) |
| Application Fee | ₹150 (APST) · ₹200 (others) |
| Official Website | appsc.gov.in |
Latest APPSC Updates
- APPSC Exam Calendar 2026 released — APPSCCE Prelims on 6 September 2026.
- APPSC Civil Services notification (2025–26 cycle) expected soon on appsc.gov.in.
- 140 vacancies for APCS, APPS, CDPO, ASO, Station Superintendent & allied posts (as per last advertised cycle).
- Selection: Prelims (2 papers) → Mains (8 papers) → Interview.
- Download APPSCCE Prelims 2024 question papers for practice.
APPSC CCE Vacancy 2026 — Post-wise (140 Posts)
Based on last advertised cycle; confirm final posts in official notification.
| Post | Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh Civil Services (APCS) — Entry Grade (Group A) | 50 | Personnel |
| Arunachal Pradesh Police Services (APPS) — Entry Grade (Group A) | 6 | Home |
| Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) | 9 | Social Welfare |
| Assistant Registrar Cooperative Societies (ARCS) | 2 | Cooperation |
| Assistant Director (Industry) | 2 | Industry |
| District Information & Public Relations Officer (DIPRO) | 3 | DIPR |
| Labour Officer (Group B — Gazetted) | 1 | Labour |
| District Land Revenue & Settlement Officer | 1 | Revenue |
| District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) | 1 | DM |
| District Art & Culture Officer (DACO) | 6 | Art & Culture |
| Station Superintendent (SS) | 2 | Transport |
| Assistant Protocol Officer (APO) | 2 | Protocol |
| Assistant Station Superintendent (ASS) | 1 | Transport |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | 47 | Various departments |
| Assistant Art & Culture Officer | 6 | Art & Culture |
| Inspector (Tax & Excise) | 1 | Tax & Excise |
APPSC CCE Exam Dates 2026
| Event | Date (2025–26 cycle) |
|---|---|
| Prelims | 6 September 2026 |
| Mains | December 2026 |
| Interview | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| APST candidates | ₹150 |
| Other candidates | ₹200 |
Exam Pattern 2026
APPSCCE follows a three-stage pattern similar to UPSC state PCS exams. Prelims is qualifying in nature with negative marking; Mains is descriptive across eight papers.
- Prelims: 2 papers, 200 marks each, objective (MCQ)
- Prelims negative marking: ⅓ mark deducted per wrong answer
- Mains: 8 papers, descriptive type
- Interview stage follows Mains merit list
Prelims
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper I — General Studies | 200 |
| Paper II — Aptitude Test (CSAT) | 200 |
| Total (Prelims) | 400 |
Mains — 8 Papers
| Paper | Subject | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Essay | Descriptive |
| Paper II | Indian Heritage, Culture, History & Geography of the World & Society | Descriptive |
| Paper III | Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations | Descriptive |
| Paper IV | Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security & Disaster Management | Descriptive |
| Paper V | Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude | Descriptive |
| Papers VI–VIII | Optional subject(s) chosen by candidate | Descriptive |
Syllabus Highlights
- Prelims Paper I: General Studies — history, polity, economy, geography, environment, current affairs, Arunachal Pradesh GK
- Prelims Paper II: Comprehension, decision making, data interpretation, logical reasoning, mental ability (CSAT-style)
- Mains Paper I: Essay writing on contemporary social, economic and political issues
- Mains Papers II–V: Indian heritage, governance, economy, ethics — aligned with UPSC-style GS papers
- Mains Papers VI–VIII: Optional subject papers as prescribed in the APPSC notification
How to Apply Online
- Visit appsc.gov.in and open One Time Registration (New User) when APPSCCE notification is live.
- Register with email, mobile and basic details; note your login credentials.
- Log in and fill the APPSC CCE application form — personal, educational and category details.
- Upload photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay application fee (₹150 for APST · ₹200 for others) and submit before the last date.
- Download and print the confirmation page for admit card and document verification.
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APPSC Programme of Examination 2026 — Official Calendar
Tentative schedule from APPSC Examination Calendar PDF (released 22 December 2025). Dates may change subject to departmental requisition and administrative requirements.
- Source: APPSC Programme of Examination 2026 PDF (appsc.gov.in).
- All dates/months are tentative and may change if circumstances warrant.
- Exam dates will also be notified in the respective advertisement/notification.
| Department | Examination | Tentative Date |
|---|---|---|
| Various Works Dept. | Assistant Engineer (Electrical/Electro-Mechanical) 2025 — Viva-Voce | 6 & 7 January 2026 |
| Various Works Dept. | Junior Engineer Common Recruitment Examination 2025 | 11 January 2026 |
| Various Works Dept. | Assistant Engineer (Civil) 2025 — Viva | January 2026 |
| Education | Post Graduate Teacher (Mains) 2025 | 11 & 12 February 2026 |
| Various Works Dept. | Junior Engineer CRE 2025 — Document Verification | February 2026 |
| Various Works Dept. | Junior Engineer CRE 2025 — Viva-Voce | February 2026 |
| Health | Junior Specialist — Viva-Voce | March 2026 |
| Education | Assistant Professor — Viva-Voce | April 2026 |
| Education | Post Graduate Teacher 2025 — Viva-Voce | May 2026 |
| Various Departments | Common Group A & B (Technical) — Viva-Voce | May 2026 |
| Home | Assistant Public Prosecutor Examination | June 2026 |
| Education | Trained Graduate Teacher (Secondary Level) Examination | July 2026 |
| Home | Assistant Public Prosecutor — Viva-Voce | July 2026 |
| Personnel | APPSCCE — Prelims (APCS / APPS) | 6 September 2026 |
| Education | TGT (Secondary Level) — Viva-Voce | October 2026 |
| Various Departments | Common Group A & B (Technical) — Viva-Voce | November 2026 |
| Various Departments | Group B (NG) Technical Examination | November 2026 |
| Personnel | APPSCCE — Mains (Written) | December 2026 |
Official PDFs — Question Papers & Application Forms
From appsc.gov.in Question Booklet, Previous Year Questions and Forms & Appendices.
- APPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF (Official)
- Question Booklet Hub (appsc.gov.in)
- Previous Year Questions — APPSC
- APPSCCE Prelims 2024 — Paper I (SET-A)
- APPSCCE Prelims 2024 — Paper II / CSAT (SET-A)
- PGT Mains 2025 — Question Booklet (SET-A)
- Junior Engineer CRE 2025 — Question Booklet
- AESE Mains 2025 — General Studies Paper
- PGT (RT) 2025 — Question Booklet
- Lab Assistant (Civil) 2024 — SET-A
- ASO LDCE 2025 — Answer Key Booklet
- SO LDCE 2025 — Answer Key Booklet
- ASO LDCE Application Form (PDF)
- Section Officer LDCE Application Form (PDF)
- Forms & Appendices (all APPSC forms)
- Apply / Official Portal
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination — Paper I (General Studies, 200 marks) & Paper II (Aptitude / CSAT, 200 marks), objective type
- Main Examination — 8 descriptive papers (essay, GS, ethics, optional subjects as per APPSC syllabus)
- Interview / Personality Test — for candidates qualifying Prelims and Mains
- Document verification & medical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I apply for APPSC Combined Competitive Exam? ▼
Apply online through appsc.gov.in — complete One Time Registration, fill the CCE form, upload documents, pay fee and submit.
How many vacancies in Arunachal APPSC CCE 2026? ▼
The last advertised cycle had 140 posts (APCS 50, APPS 6, CDPO 9, ASO 47 and allied). Final count will be in the official notification.
What is Arunachal Pradesh Civil Services selection process? ▼
Three stages: Preliminary exam (2 objective papers), Main exam (8 descriptive papers), and Interview.
When is APPSC CCE Prelims 2026? ▼
6 September 2026 as per the official APPSC Examination Calendar 2026.
When is APPSC CCE Mains 2026? ▼
December 2026 (tentative) per the official calendar on appsc.gov.in.
What is APPSC CCE application fee? ▼
₹150 for APST candidates and ₹200 for other candidates (as per previous cycle; confirm in notification).
What is APPSC Prelims exam pattern? ▼
Two objective papers of 200 marks each — General Studies and Aptitude (CSAT). Negative marking of ⅓ mark per wrong answer.
Where to download APPSC question papers? ▼
Official booklets at appsc.gov.in → Question Booklet and Previous Year Questions.
What is the age limit for Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (APCS / APPSCCE) 2026? ▼
For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 35 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (APCS / APPSCCE) 2026? ▼
Visit the authorised website for Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (https://appsc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Monday, 1 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (APCS / APPSCCE) 2026? ▼
The closing date was Monday, 1 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 6 September 2026.