| Paper | Marks | Times |
| General Studies Paper-I | 200 | 2 Hours |
| General Studies Paper-II | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper | Marks | Times |
| Paper-I (Essay Writing) | 250 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Paper-II to Paper-VI (General Studies) | 250 Marks Each | 3 Hours for Each Paper |
| Paper- 1 & 2 of Optional Subject | 250 Marks Each | 3 Hours for Each Paper |
| Language Paper-A (Assamese/Bengali/Bodo) | 300 Marks (Qualifying Nature) | 3 Hours |
| Language Paper-B (English) | 300 Marks (Qualifying Nature) | 3 Hours |
APSC Prelims GS Paper-I Topics
Current Affairs – National & International
Economic & Social Development
General Science
History of India
Indian National Movement
Physical, Social & Economical Geography of Indian & World
Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
APSC Prelims GS Paper-II Topics
Analytical Ability
Basic Numeracy (Class X level)
Data Interpretation (Class X level)
Decision Making
English Comprehension
General Mental Ability
Interpersonal Skills & Communication Skills
Logical Reasoning
Problem Solving