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.
Total Vacancies
140
Department
Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
Age Limit
21-35 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Latest APPSC-AR Updates
Last updated: 5 June 2026
- 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.
APPSCCE 2025–26: Prelims 6 September 2026 · Mains December 2026 · 140 vacancies (when notified). Registration window expected after notification on appsc.gov.in.
Official Note
APPSCCE 2025–26 cycle — 140 posts (APCS 50, APPS 6, CDPO 9 & allied). Prelims 6 Sep 2026, Mains Dec 2026. Notification expected on appsc.gov.in.
2026 Highlights
| 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 |
Post-wise Vacancies
| 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 |
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 1 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 1 June 2026
- Exam Date
- 6 September 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| APPSC Exam Calendar 2026 released | 22 December 2025 |
| APPSCCE Prelims (tentative) | 6 September 2026 |
| APPSCCE Mains — Written (tentative) | December 2026 |
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 | Exam Name | Exam 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 |
How to Download APPSC-AR Exam Calendar PDF
- Visit appsc.gov.in → Exam Calendar (or open the direct PDF link below).
- Download APPSC Programme of Examination 2026 PDF.
- Check Sl. No. 14 (APPSCCE Prelims) and Sl. No. 18 (APPSCCE Mains) for civil service dates.
Preparation Tips Using the Exam Calendar
- Start with APPSCCE Prelims 2024 Paper I & II PDFs to understand CSAT and GS difficulty.
- Track appsc.gov.in Notifications for the APPSCCE 2026 advertisement and exact syllabus.
- Use the official 2026 exam calendar to plan overlap with other APPSC exams (JE, PGT, TGT).
- Revise Arunachal Pradesh history, geography, polity and current affairs for state-specific GS.
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
Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I — General Studies | — | 200 |
| Paper II — Aptitude Test (CSAT) | — | 200 |
| Total (Prelims) | — | 400 |
Mains Examination (Compulsory Papers)
Six compulsory papers for all candidates — each 200 marks, 3 hours. Papers I and II are descriptive; Papers III–VI are objective (MCQs).
| Paper | Subject | Format | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Essay | Descriptive | As per notification |
| Paper II | Indian Heritage, Culture, History & Geography of the World & Society | Descriptive | As per notification |
| Paper III | Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations | Descriptive | As per notification |
| Paper IV | Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security & Disaster Management | Descriptive | As per notification |
| Paper V | Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude | Descriptive | As per notification |
| Papers VI–VIII | Optional subject(s) chosen by candidate | Descriptive | As per notification |
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
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| APST candidates | ₹150 |
| Other candidates | ₹200 |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
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
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 35 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 38 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 40 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 45 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Apply Kaise Karein
- 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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Complete Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (APCS / APPSCCE) 2026 guide
All pages for this recruitment — linked for easy navigation.
- Notification Vacancies, eligibility, dates & apply link
- Syllabus Exam pattern, topics & official PDFs
- Admit Card Hall ticket, interview letter & download steps
- Result Merit list, scorecard & cut-off updates
Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
How can I apply for APPSC Combined Competitive Exam? v
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? v
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? v
Three stages: Preliminary exam (2 objective papers), Main exam (8 descriptive papers), and Interview.
When is APPSC CCE Prelims 2026? v
6 September 2026 as per the official APPSC Examination Calendar 2026.
When is APPSC CCE Mains 2026? v
December 2026 (tentative) per the official calendar on appsc.gov.in.
What is APPSC CCE application fee? v
₹150 for APST candidates and ₹200 for other candidates (as per previous cycle; confirm in notification).
What is APPSC Prelims exam pattern? v
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? v
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? v
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? v
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? v
The closing date was Monday, 1 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 6 September 2026.
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