How to Prepare for APPSC CCE

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How to Prepare for APPSC CCE: A Complete Roadmap for Aspirants

APPSC CCE or Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission- Combined Competitive Examination commonly called as APPSC Exam or Arunachal Civil Services Exams is a very prestigious exam dealing with the recruitment of state civil servants of Arunachal Pradesh. Being with the virtue of above special purpose aspirants will need a structured and consistent preparation. This article is provided with every single detail and path to be followed throughout the time of exam preparation for APPSC

How to Prepare for APPSC CCE is a crucial aspect of cracking this competitive exam.

1. What is Importance of APPSC CCE?

APPSC-CCE exam is conducted for the selection of the state civil servants of Arunachal Pradesh. The exam is taken every year. Eligible and interested candidates can apply in online mode. About the status of the exam, it is second only to IAS in All India level. One can easily attract the powers and respect associated with this so, competition level is also in proportion with this. Aspirants must ready themselves for the vast syllabus associated with the exam. This article will guide you by giving a proper preparation technique.

2. Exam Pattern of APPSC CCE

Exam consists of three stages:

1) Preliminary

2) Mains

3) Interview

1. Prelims

The Prelims is the first stage of APPSC which has 2 papers. The Arunachal Pradesh PSC exam is conducted in the English language only. Both the papers are of 200 marks each. The duration of each paper is 2 hours.

Paper 1: General Studies

Paper 2: CSAT

Note: Paper 2 (CSAT) is of qualifying nature only where you are required to score minimum 33% marks. Selection for next stage will be made on the merit of marks of Paper 2 (General Studies)

Prelims Syllabus

Paper 1: General Studies

Current events of national and international importance.
History of India and Indian National Movement.
Indian and World Geography-Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
Indian Polity and Governance-Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy,
Rights Issues, etc.
Economic and Social Development-Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
General issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization.
General Science.
History of North-East and basic understanding of Land and people of Arunachal Pradesh including Economy and Heritage.

Paper 2: CSAT

Comprehension;
Interpersonal skills including communication skills;
Logical reasoning and analytical ability;
Decision making and problem solving;
General mental ability;
Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc.) (Class X level), Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency etc. — Class X level)

2. Mains

The APPSC CCE Mains Examination is where candidates are tested extensively on their knowledge, understanding, and analytical abilities. Every report must have a thorough knowledge of the topic matter in addition to the ability to organize ideas logically.

Mains Syllabus

English (Qualifying) Paper

The aim of the paper is to test the candidates’ ability to read and understand serious discursive prose, and to express his ideas clearly and correctly, in English language.
The pattern of questions would be broadly as follows :
1. Comprehension of given passages.
2. Précis Writing.
3. Usage and Vocabulary.
4. Short Essays.

Paper I: Essay

Part I (125 marks): Essay on issues related to national and international level events and abstract topics.

One essay from three to four topics.

Part II (125 marks): Essay on issues related to Arunachal Pradesh to include social, cultural, developmental, and current burning topics.

One essay from three to four:

Paper II: General Studies I

Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society.

Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature, and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present significant events, personalities, and issues.
The Freedom Struggle — its various stages and important contributors/contributions from different parts of the country.
Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.
History of the world will include events from the 18th century such as the Industrial Revolution, world wars, redrawing of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism, etc.— their forms and effects on society.
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India.
Role of women and women’s organization, population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their problems, and their remedies.
Effects of globalization on Indian society.
Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism.
Salient features of the world’s physical geography.
Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent); factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India).
Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, tsunamis, Volcanic activity, cyclones, etc., geographical features and their location changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps), and flora and fauna and the effects of such changes.
Topography and riverine system, transport and communication system, and natural hazards of the North East region.
Land, People, History, Culture, and Traditional Village Institutions including Chieftainship System in Arunachal Pradesh.
Natural Resources including Mines, Minerals, Water Resources, Forests and Wildlife of Arunachal Pradesh.
Location, Physiography, Climate, Biodiversity of Arunachal Pradesh.
Trade, Commerce and Economy of Arunachal Pradesh.
Social and Developmental Issues of Arunachal Pradesh.
McMahon Line.
Administrative Evolution of Arunachal Pradesh.
Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873 (Inner Line Permit).
Assam Frontier (Administration of Justice) Regulation, 1945
Administrative Development: The North East Frontier (Tracts) Administration Regulation, 1954, and The North East Frontier Agency (Administration) Regulation, 1965.
Daying Ering Committee Report, 1965, NEFA Panchayati Raj Regulation, 1967, APPR Act, 1997.

Paper III: General Studies II

Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, and International Relations.

Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions, and basic structure.
Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels, and challenges therein.
Separation of powers between various organs disputes redressal mechanisms and institutions.
Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries.
Parliament and State legislatures—structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges, and issues arising out of these.
Structure, organization, and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity.
Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act.
Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions, and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.
Statutory, regulatory, and various quasi-judicial bodies.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders.
Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions, and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.
Issues relating to the development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, and Human Resources.
Issues relating to poverty and hunger.
Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures.
Role of civil services in a democracy.
India and its neighbourhood- relations.
Bilateral, regional, and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.
Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.
Important International institutions, agencies, and fora- their structure, and mandate.

Paper IV: General Studies III

Technology, Economic Development, Bio diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management

Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development, and employment.
Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
Government Budgeting.
Major crop-cropping patterns in various parts of the country, – different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport, and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.
Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public
Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing.
Food processing and related industries in India- scope’ and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management.
Land reforms in India.
Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy, and their effects on industrial growth.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
Investment models.
Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life.
Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and development of new technology.
Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, biotechnology, and issues relating to intellectual property rights.
Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
Disaster and disaster management.
Linkages between development and spread of extremism.
Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security.
Challenges to internal security through communication networks, the role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money laundering, and its prevention.
Security challenges and their management in border areas – linkages of organized crime with terrorism.
Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate.

Paper V: General Studies IV

Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude

This paper will include questions to test the candidates’ attitudes and approaches to issues relating to integrity, probity in public life, and problem-solving approaches to various issues and conflicts faced in dealing with society. Questions may utilize the case study approach to determine these aspects. The following broad areas will be covered:

Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics – in private and public relationships. Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers, and administrators; the role of family society and educational institutions in inculcating values.
Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behavior; moral and political attitudes; social influence and persuasion.
Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and nonpartisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance, and compassion towards the weaker sections.
Emotional intelligence concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance.
Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world.
Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations, and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance.
Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information, Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters, Work culture, Quality of service delivery, Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption.
Case Studies on the above issues.

Paper VI & Paper VII:

Optional Subject Papers l & ll

Candidate may choose any optional subject from among the list of Optional Subjects given below:

Agriculture
Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
Anthropology
Botany
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Commerce and Accountancy
Economics
Electrical Engineering
Geography
Geology
History
Law
English Literature
Hindi Literature
Management
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Science
Philosophy
Physical
Political Science and International Relations
Psychology
Public Administration
Sociology
Statistics
Zoology

3. Interview

The interview is of 275 marks. Basically, it is a viva type Q & A type series where questions pertaining to current affairs and educational background are asked of candidates.
The Viva-voce tests the personality of the candidates. You will be asked about general events in and around the world. The interview panel tests your presence of mind and alertness. You do not have to be very intelligent or very smart. You must have an idea of your surroundings and a sensible approach to it.

3. Eligibility Criteria

For these services and posts for which the combined Competitive Examination is held, a candidate must be a Citizen of India.
A candidate shall not be less than 21 years and not more than 32 years of age as of the last date of receipt of application as advertised or published by Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission.
The upper age limit prescribed above will be relaxable:

Up to a maximum of five years, if a candidate belongs to Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe.
Up to a maximum of three years in case of defense service personnel, disabled in operation during hostility with a foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof.
Upto a maximum of 8 years in case of defense service personnel, belonging to APST disabled in operation during hostility with any foreign country or disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof.
Up to a maximum of 10 years of age in respect of candidates belonging to the PWD Category (15 years for APST PWD candidate).

Age concession in respect of Government servants will be as per Government rules and regulations in force from time to time.
The date of birth accepted by the Commission shall be that which is entered in Matriculation/ High School Leaving Certificate or Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate or a Certificate recognized by an Indian University as equivalent to Matriculation or an extract from a register of Matriculates maintained by a University, which extract must be certified by the competent authority of the University or in the Higher Secondary or an equivalent examination certificate.

(NOTE: THESE CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF

SUBMITTING APPLICATION FOR THE COMBINED COMPETITIVE MAIN EXAMINATION ONLY)

No other document relating to age like horoscopes, affidavits, birth extracts from Municipal Corporation, Registrar Economics and Statistics and Service Records shall be accepted.
A candidate must hold a degree from any of the UGC recognized Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956 or possess such qualification as may be declared equivalent by the Government.

4. Medical Examination Criteria

To be passed as fit for appointment under Government, a candidate must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect likely to interfere with the efficient performance of the duties of his appointment.
In the matter of correlation of age, height and chest girt of candidates it is left to the Medical Board to use whatever correlation figure are considered most suitable as a guide in the examination of the candidates.
The candidate’s height will be measured as follows: He will remove his shoes and be placed against the standard with his feet together and the weight thrown on the heels and not on the toes or outer side, or calves, buttocks and shoulder touching the standard; the chin will be depressed to bring the vertex of the head level under the horizontal bar and the height be recorded inches and parts of an inch up to quarters. No, limit of height is however, enforced.
Candidates chest will be measured as follows: He will be made to stand erect with his feet together to raise his arms, over his head the tap will be so adjusted round the chest that its upper edge touch the inferior angles of the shoulder blades behind and its lower edge the upper parts of the apples in front. The arms will then be lowered to hang closely by the side, and care will taken that the shoulder are not thrown upwards or backwards so as to displace the tape. The candidate will then take a deep breath several times and the maximum expansion of the chest will be carefully noted.
The minimum and the maximum will then be recorded in inches; for e.g. 33-35, 34-36, ½ etc.
In recording the measurements fractions of less than inch should not be noted.
Notwithstanding the regulation provided at para 3 and 4 above, candidates applying for the Arunachal Pradesh Police Service (APPS) has to conform to the physical standard prescribed in Appendix-II.
The candidates will also be weighed, and his weight recorded in Kg. fractions of Kg(s) should not be noted.

(a) The examination for determining the acuteness of vision are of two test, one for distance, the other for near vision, snellen’s types will be used for the test for distant vision, without glasses, at a distance of 20 feet and the test for near vision, without glasses at any distance selected by the candidate. The standard of the minimum acuteness of vision will be used for guidance in the examination of a candidate are as follows:

5. Preparation Strategy for APPSC

1. Syllabus: Before starting the preparation, we need to understand what APPSC demands or wants. So, by reading the syllabus of APPSC you can find that it wants from its exam writers only general awareness of subjects given in the syllabus. Therefore our preparation should be at par with the prescribed manner.

2. Previous Year Questions: Previous Year Questions of APPSC plays an important part for guidance and making strategy of APPSC. Thorough practice of APPSC PYQ is very important.

3. Study Material for APPSC: You need to fix standard books and other standard material for APPSC and follow them only with full faith. Standard books for APPSC are mentioned in the later part.

4. NCERTs: These are like the foundation of your preparing journey. NCERT books are short and easy to understandable. Try to read one by one and do not ignore the importance of revision. Do not jump into the advanced books as you are in the very first steps of your long marathon.

5. Newspapers: Current Affairs for APPSC is very important to cover. Reading newspapers will make you aware of the happenings of the world. Apart from helping your exam it gives you some confidence and also develop your writing skill. Do not try to read more than one paper. Stick to The Hindu or Indian express. Also follow Arunachal Times for local news and issues of Arunachal Pradesh and Northeast area.

Northeast PSC has daily detailed analysis on newspaper, avail it for free.

6. Revision: Make revision a regular habit and prepare short notes.

7. Augment your reading with videos: watching a video will concrete your study. For example you can watch a short documentary on First World War and also reading this from your NCERT.

8. Chota packet, badha dhamaka: never try to heighten your books in the book shelf. It is better for you to limit your books as you can. Remember read only such which can able to revise.

9. Limit your Hangouts: There are many things in our lives which needs sacrifice. After all APPSC is not an ordinary exam. Meet your friends only on weekends. Your friends will be happier if you achieve your goal. Deactivate or use less your social media accounts, spoilers are also present there.

10. Motivation and Spirit: In last, this are like the fuel for your prep. Do some exercise, talk with your friends. This will lessen your study load and bust your stress.

6. Is coaching necessary for APPSC?

Taking coaching for APPSC or doing self study for APPSC is a personal choice and both type of aspirants have cleared APPSC exam in the past years. Here are few points, where coaching can help you in enhancing your preparation.

Some or other kind of coaching is needed: It is known that some aspirants who managed to get their selection by their own hard work and understanding. But, the fact is majority of students need some or other kind of guidance.
Difficulty to avail necessary material: To prepare for APPSC you will be needing daily newspapers of national importance, notably Indian Express or The Hindu. Thanks to the terrain and remoteness of the state, major part of Arunachal do not get these newspaper on time.
Saves your precious time: There are many examples in which students not even think of APPSC exam because of the unavailability of the sources. There are other problems as well, like, most of the people who intends to sit in the APPSC exam are working professionals or students who are doing their masters. This do not have the time to cover the syllabus by their own which need more time.
Experience of faculties: One single most reason for which you need coaching is, teachers have already of knowledge of all the books and materials. With the help of their earlier and vast understanding, your resources precise which can save your precious time.

7. Best Coaching for APPSC

When it comes to join the coaching institute for APPSC, NORTHEAST PSC provides mentorship and services at best level. The reason behind the mentioning of this institution is manifold.

1. Faculty: It is being said that good teachers are the secret of bright future prospects. NORTHEAST PSC is aware of the fact and have kept best faculties in its stock. Multiple teachers are involved in a single course, which is seldom can be seen in other similar institutes in the state.

2. Affordable Coaching of Arunachal Pradesh: Institute is aware of the economical hardships many student endure in their journey of civil service. There they provide a good part of their content for without any cost. Moreover, the paid course is made in such a way which burden only meagrely in terms of fee.

3. Daily Current Affairs: With detailed analysis where every aspect of the news is covered, something which you cannot see in other similar institutes.

4. Previous Year Questions of APPSC: Among the important thing one aspirants need is the evaluation or discussion of Previous Year Question papers. NORTHEAST PSC also led doing this.

8. Books and Study Material for APPSC

History: Tamil Nadu state board books.
Geography: NCERT books of class XI and XII along with the G.C Leong book. While studying Geography, you can prefer Orient Blakswan Atlas to mark the place, mountains, and rivers on the Atlas.
Indian Economy: Ramesh Singh and Current Affairs as many questions of Economy are dynamic.
General Science: NCERT books from 6th to 12th books, you can also read Tata McGraw Hill book.
Environment: booklets from Northeast PSC and IGNOU material are more than enough.
Polity: M. Laxmikant
Arunachal Pradesh GK: Booklet of NORTHEAST PSC and Government websites.
CSAT: Arihant Experts

NORTHEAST PSC study material is compiled with the best content covering the given sources.

9. Is APPSC exam difficult?

No exam is difficult. Proper and consistent preparation can crack you any exam.

10. Can coaching give guaranteed results?

It is on aspirants. Any coaching can only guide you with faculties, contents and guidance. In the end only can learn and write the exam.

11. Extra bonus tips from the persons with experience on the field

Have faith on yourselves.
Accept your shortcomings and ready to learn from anyone.
Study smart by limiting your sources.
Be consistent.
Stick to a timetable.
Don’t change your sources.
Practice answer writing.
Revise regularly – key to success.