APSC's recurring exam chaos sparks calls for transparency and reform
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has faced ongoing criticism over irregularities in recruitment and examinations. Recent issues include withdrawn results, unclear schedules, and concerns about reservation fraud. These problems have left many candidates and communities frustrated with the system.
On 25 February 2025, APSC announced that 65 candidates were affected by the withdrawal and reposting of the final results for the APSC CCE 2024 exam. This was not the first such incident—earlier, a final result had been pulled back and reissued, raising doubts about transparency. Beyond exams, large-scale anomalies were also found in OBC and Tea Tribe vacancies for ADRE 2.0 and MBBS admissions, linked to fake caste certificates and unethical practices.
The commission has also stopped publishing examination calendars since 2023, citing election conflicts. This lack of planning created uncertainty for aspirants, particularly working professionals and those balancing family responsibilities. Many have called for APSC to release a tentative annual schedule after consulting departments and accounting for election periods. Critics argue that APSC, as the state's top exam body, must set a stricter example. They demand a dedicated committee to verify caste certificates before appointments and harsh penalties for those misusing reservation benefits. Another point of contention is the exclusion of long-term Assamese residents—even second-generation families—from reservation advantages, despite their deep roots in the state. Meanwhile, the OBC and SC community lists in Assam continue to see regular updates, adding to the complexity of the reservation system.
The repeated issues with APSC exams and recruitment have left candidates and communities demanding reforms. Without clearer schedules, stricter verification, and stronger penalties for fraud, trust in the system risks further decline. The commission now faces pressure to address these concerns before future examinations.
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