APSC AES — 2026
Assam Engineering Service — Assistant Engineer & Junior Engineer
Exam Overview
- APSC AES (Assam Engineering Service) recruitment is conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission for engineering posts across departments like PWD, PHE, Irrigation, and Water Resources.
- Key Posts: Assistant Engineer (AE) and Junior Engineer (JE)
Disciplines: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering - AE Eligibility: Full-time B.E./B.Tech in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognised university. JE: 3-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline.
- Age: AE — 21-38 years; JE — 21-40 years. Relaxations — OBC/MOBC: +3 yrs, SC/ST(P)/ST(H): +5 yrs, PwBD: as per state rules. Must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- Exam Mode: Offline, objective-type MCQ. No negative marking for AE. Written exam followed by Interview.
- Salary: AE: Rs. 30,000–1,10,000 (Grade Pay Rs. 12,700). JE: Rs. 14,000–70,000 (Grade Pay Rs. 8,700), plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.
Exam Pattern
Assistant Engineer (AE) — Paper I (Engineering Discipline)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Discipline (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours | Objective MCQ | No Negative Marking | Discipline-specific (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Chemical)
Assistant Engineer (AE) — Paper II (General Studies)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs (India & Assam) | 15 | 15 |
| Indian History & National Movement | 10 | 10 |
| History of Assam | 10 | 10 |
| Geography (India & Assam) | 10 | 10 |
| Indian Polity & Constitution | 10 | 10 |
| Economy of India & Assam | 10 | 10 |
| General Mental Ability | 15 | 15 |
| English Grammar | 10 | 10 |
| Literature, Culture & Environment of Assam | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours | Objective MCQ | No Negative Marking | Interview: 100 marks | Total: 300 marks (Written 200 + Interview 100)
Junior Engineer (JE) — Paper I (Engineering Discipline)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Discipline (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours | Objective MCQ | Discipline-specific (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical)
Junior Engineer (JE) — Paper II (General Studies)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies & Current Affairs | 50 | 50 |
| General Mental Ability & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours | Objective MCQ | Interview: 40 marks | Total: 240 marks (Written 200 + Interview 40)
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective MCQ — Paper I + Paper II)
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List & Appointment
Syllabus
1. General Studies
Current Affairs (India & Assam)Indian History & National MovementHistory of AssamIndian & Assam GeographyIndian Polity & ConstitutionEconomy of India & AssamEnvironment of Assam & North EastLiterature & Culture of AssamSports, Books & AuthorsEnglish Grammar2. Civil Engineering
SurveyingBuilding Materials & Concrete TechnologyTheory of StructuresRCC Structures DesignSteel Structure DesignSoil MechanicsHydraulicsHighway EngineeringIrrigationEstimation & CostingConstruction ManagementWaste Water Engineering3. Mechanical Engineering
Engineering MechanicsStrength of MaterialsTheory of MachinesThermodynamicsThermal EngineeringFluid Mechanics & MachinesManufacturing TechnologyEngineering MaterialsRefrigeration & Air ConditioningAutomobile EngineeringFundamentals of Electrical Engineering4. Electrical Engineering
Circuit TheoryElectrical MachinesPower SystemsControl SystemsElectrical MeasurementsPower ElectronicsDigital ElectronicsTransmission & DistributionSwitchgear & ProtectionSignals & Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full form of AES in APSC?
AES stands for Assam Engineering Service. It is a recruitment exam conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) for the posts of Assistant Engineer (AE) and Junior Engineer (JE) in various Assam government departments like PWD, PHE, and Water Resources.
What is APSC AES and what posts are recruited?
APSC AES (Assam Engineering Service) recruitment is conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission for the posts of Assistant Engineer (AE) and Junior Engineer (JE) in various departments like PWD, PHE, and Water Resources. Disciplines include Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering.
What is the eligibility for APSC AE and JE posts?
Assistant Engineer (AE) requires a full-time B.E./B.Tech in the relevant engineering discipline. Junior Engineer (JE) requires a 3-year Diploma in Engineering. Age limit is 21-38 years for AE and 21-40 years for JE, with relaxations for SC/ST (+5 yrs) and OBC/MOBC (+3 yrs). Must be a permanent resident of Assam.
What is the exam pattern for APSC AE?
The APSC AE written exam has two papers of 100 marks each (total 200 marks). Paper I covers the engineering discipline (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) and Paper II covers General Studies & English. Each paper is 2 hours, objective MCQ type. No negative marking. Interview carries 100 marks, making the total 300 marks.
What is the salary for APSC AE and JE?
Assistant Engineer (AE) salary is in Pay Band 4: Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,10,000 with Grade Pay Rs. 12,700. Junior Engineer (JE) salary is in Pay Band 2: Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 with Grade Pay Rs. 8,700, plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.
Where can I practice APSC AES mock tests online?
Xarothi offers APSC AES mock tests covering both General Studies and engineering discipline papers for AE and JE posts. Practice with timed tests, get detailed performance analysis, and track your preparation progress.