Syllabus and Exam Scheme of Head Constable 2020 Exam (APSSB)

GOVERNEMENT OF ARUNCHAL PRADESH
ARUNACHAL PRADESH STAFF SELECTION BOARD
No. APSSB-13/12/2023 Dated 4th June 2024
N O T I C E
This is for information to all the candidates who had applied for the post(s) of Head Constable (RT), Head Constable (Telecom), Head Constable Driver & Constable Driver (Civil Police) notified vide ADVT. No. 09/2020 dated 21.01.2020, that the Syllabus & Scheme for Written Examination which is scheduled to be conducted on 21-07- 2024 (Sunday) shall be as was notified in the advertisement.
SYLLABUS:
General English- In addition to testing of candidate’s understanding and comprehension of the English Language, questions on its vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc would also be covered.
Elementary Math The test of Arithmetical and Numerical Abilities will cover number systems including questions on Simplification, Decimals, Data Interpretations, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Average, Profit and Loss, Discount, Simple and Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Tables and Graph etc.
General Knowledge- Questions will be designed to test the ability of the candidate’s general knowledge of the environment around him/her and its application to society. The Questions will be designed to test knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation as may be expected of an educated person. The test will also include questions relating to History, Polity, Constitution, Sports, Art and Culture, Geography, Economic, Everyday Science, Scientific Research, National/ Organizations/Institutions etc. State specific questions may also be asked. International
Theoretical Paper (For Driver Posts) – Basic Road Rules, Driving methods and speed limits, Understanding Signals: Knowledge of traffic signage for road safety, Difficult driving conditions: Driving on wet surface, Driving in fog, Night driving, Running on pavement, Brake failure, Towing, Fitness to drive, Basic knowledge about provisions of the Motor Vehicle Act, Essential knowledge about vehicle pollution (Do’s and Don’ts), Awareness about documents required for driving- Registration, Licensing, Insurance, Driving Offences, Fitness to drive-First aid kit, Good health & Road safety, Driving under influence of drugs/ liquors.
The scheme of written examination for Head Constable (RT) [Post Code: 59/20] & Head Constable (Telecom) [Post Code: 60/20] is as follows:
Subject No. of Questions Total Marks
Duration
General English 50 100
Elementary Math 50 100
General Knowledge 50 100
Total: 150 300

The scheme of written examination for Head Constable (Driver) [Post Code: 70/20] & Constable (Driver) Civil Police [Post Code: 71/20] is as follows:
Subject No. of Questions Total Marks Duration
General Knowledge/ General English
(This section will have 50% questions from each subject i.e. General Knowledge and General English) 50 100 2 (two) Hrs
Theoretical Paper 50 100
Total: 100 200

NOTE: There will be negative marking of 1/4 th i.e., 0.5 marks for each incorrect answer.
Sd/-
(D Varma), IAS
Secretary-cum-CoE, APSSB
No. APSSB-13/12/2023
Copy to:
Dated 4th June 2024
1. The Chairman, APSSB for information please.
2. The Members, APSSB for information please.
3. Notice Board.
4. Office Copy.
Signed by
Rubu Tabiyo
Date: 06-06-2024 14:16:23
(Dr. Rubu Tabiyo), APCS Under Secretary, APSSB