{"id":16796,"date":"2026-08-15T08:09:27","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T08:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/?p=16796"},"modified":"2026-08-23T05:58:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-23T05:58:08","slug":"apsc-history-functions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/apsc-history-functions\/","title":{"rendered":"Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) \u2013 History and Functions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)<\/strong> is one of the most important constitutional institutions responsible for the recruitment of civil servants and other government officials in Assam. For aspirants preparing for the <strong>APSC CCE<\/strong>, understanding the <strong>history, constitutional status, composition and functions of APSC<\/strong> is important for both General Studies and Assam-specific preparation.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/apsc-history-functions\/#Also_read_%E2%80%93\" >Also read  &#8211;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/apsc-history-functions\/#ASSM_PUBLIC_SERVICE_COMMISSION_APSC\" >ASSM PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (APSC)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the Assam Public Service Commission?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)<\/strong> is the state-level Public Service Commission responsible for conducting recruitment examinations and selecting candidates for various services and posts under the Government of Assam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Commission came into existence on <strong>1 April 1937<\/strong> under the provisions of the <strong>Government of India Act, 1935<\/strong>. The official APSC website identifies <strong>Mr James Hezelett<\/strong>, a retired ICS officer, as its first Chairman.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the Constitution of India came into force, Public Service Commissions received constitutional status. <strong>Article 315 of the Constitution<\/strong> provides for a Public Service Commission for the Union and a Public Service Commission for each State. Thus, APSC is not merely a recruitment agency; it is a <strong>constitutional body that plays an important role in ensuring merit-based recruitment and maintaining standards in state public services<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>History of APSC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Establishment in 1937<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The history of the Assam Public Service Commission can be traced to the constitutional and administrative changes introduced by the <strong>Government of India Act, 1935<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Act introduced provincial autonomy and provided a framework for Public Service Commissions at the provincial level. In Assam, the Public Service Commission came into existence on <strong>1 April 1937<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first Chairman of the Commission was <strong>James Hezelett<\/strong>, a retired Indian Civil Service (ICS) officer. Historical records of the Assam Government also contain a 1937 file concerning the proposed appointment of J. Hezlett as Chairman of the Public Service Commission, Assam.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>APSC after Independence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following India&#8217;s Independence and the adoption of the Constitution in 1950, the Public Service Commission system was incorporated into the constitutional framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Constitution gave Public Service Commissions an independent constitutional position so that recruitment to public services could be conducted without undue political or administrative interference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under <strong>Article 315<\/strong>, every State is required to have a State Public Service Commission, subject to the constitutional provisions governing such bodies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The regulations governing the Assam Public Service Commission were subsequently framed under the constitutional provisions. The Commission&#8217;s organisational structure has also evolved over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Evolution of the Commission&#8217;s composition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The composition of APSC has changed several times since its establishment. It initially consisted of <strong>one Chairman and two Members<\/strong>. Over the decades, the number of Members increased as the responsibilities of the Commission expanded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following an amendment in <strong>2005<\/strong>, the Commission&#8217;s strength was fixed at <strong>seven members \u2014 one Chairman and six Members<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This evolution reflects the increasing volume and diversity of recruitment and advisory responsibilities handled by APSC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Constitutional Status of APSC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The constitutional provisions relating to Public Service Commissions are mainly contained in <strong>Articles 315 to 323 of the Constitution of India<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Article<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 315<\/strong><\/td><td>Public Service Commission for the Union and States<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 316<\/strong><\/td><td>Appointment and term of office of members<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 317<\/strong><\/td><td>Removal and suspension of a member<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 318<\/strong><\/td><td>Power to make regulations regarding conditions of service and number of members<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 319<\/strong><\/td><td>Prohibition of holding offices after ceasing to be a member<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 320<\/strong><\/td><td>Functions of Public Service Commissions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 321<\/strong><\/td><td>Power to extend functions of the Commission<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 322<\/strong><\/td><td>Expenses of Public Service Commissions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Article 323<\/strong><\/td><td>Reports of Public Service Commissions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Among these, <strong>Article 320 is particularly important for understanding the functions of APSC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Functions of Assam Public Service Commission<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary functions of APSC are derived from <strong>Article 320 of the Constitution<\/strong> and relevant state regulations. The Government of Assam identifies recruitment, selection and advisory responsibilities among the Commission&#8217;s principal functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Conducting recruitment examinations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important functions of APSC is to conduct competitive examinations for recruitment to various services and posts under the Government of Assam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>APSC Combined Competitive Examination (APSC CCE)<\/strong> is one of its most prominent examinations. It provides a route to several important state civil services and allied services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Selection and recommendation of candidates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>APSC selects suitable candidates through examinations, interviews and other prescribed selection procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing the selection process, the Commission recommends candidates for appointment to the concerned government authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Assam Government specifically identifies the advertisement and selection of candidates for posts falling within the Commission&#8217;s purview as a major APSC function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Advising the State Government on recruitment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>APSC advises the Government of Assam on matters relating to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Methods of recruitment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Principles to be followed in making appointments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promotion of government employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disciplinary matters affecting civil servants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Service rules and related matters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These advisory functions help establish consistency and fairness in public-service administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Advising on disciplinary matters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Commission is consulted on certain disciplinary matters involving government employees who fall within its jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an important function because the constitutional framework seeks to ensure that decisions relating to public servants follow established rules and procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Advising on service rules<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>APSC provides advice to the Government regarding the <strong>framing and amendment of service rules<\/strong> and principles governing appointments and promotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This helps ensure that recruitment and career progression in government services follow transparent and established procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Conducting departmental examinations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Commission may also conduct <strong>departmental examinations<\/strong> for government services falling within its jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Such examinations help assess the professional and administrative knowledge required by government employees for their respective roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Advising on appointments and promotions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>APSC may advise the State Government regarding <strong>appointments, promotions, and other service-related matters<\/strong> where consultation with the Commission is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its role therefore extends beyond initial recruitment and includes aspects of the broader public-service system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why is APSC important?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Assam Public Service Commission plays a significant role in strengthening the state&#8217;s administrative system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its importance can be understood through four major functions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recruitment \u2192 Selection \u2192 Recommendation \u2192 Administrative Advice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By conducting competitive examinations and selection processes, APSC helps identify candidates based on prescribed qualifications and merit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Commission also provides an institutional mechanism for advising the government on recruitment methods, service rules, promotions and disciplinary matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For candidates preparing for the <strong>APSC CCE<\/strong>, the Commission is particularly important because it is the institution responsible for conducting the examination through which candidates compete for several important Assam government services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>APSC vs UPSC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A common question among aspirants is the difference between APSC and UPSC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>APSC<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>UPSC<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Full Name<\/td><td>Assam Public Service Commission<\/td><td>Union Public Service Commission<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Level<\/td><td>State<\/td><td>Union<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jurisdiction<\/td><td>Assam<\/td><td>Entire India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Constitutional Basis<\/td><td>Article 315 onwards<\/td><td>Article 315 onwards<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Major Civil Service Exam<\/td><td>APSC CCE<\/td><td>UPSC Civil Services Examination<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main Role<\/td><td>Recruitment to Assam&#8217;s public services<\/td><td>Recruitment to Union services<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Both commissions are constitutional bodies, but their jurisdictions and recruitment responsibilities are different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>APSC History and Functions: Key Facts for APSC Aspirants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>APSC CCE preparation<\/strong>, the following facts are especially important:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>APSC was established:<\/strong> 1 April 1937<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal basis at establishment:<\/strong> Government of India Act, 1935<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>First Chairman:<\/strong> James Hezelett<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Constitutional basis:<\/strong> Articles 315\u2013323<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Most important functional provision:<\/strong> Article 320<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Major role:<\/strong> Recruitment and selection for services and posts under its purview<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advisory role:<\/strong> Recruitment methods, appointments, promotions, and disciplinary matters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Current composition:<\/strong> One Chairman and six Members, following the 2005 amendment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)<\/strong> has played an important role in the development of Assam&#8217;s public-service system since its establishment in <strong>1937<\/strong>. Initially created under the Government of India Act, 1935, it later became part of the constitutional framework established by the Constitution of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its responsibilities extend beyond conducting examinations. From <strong>recruitment and candidate selection to advising the government on appointments, promotions, service rules and disciplinary matters<\/strong>, APSC contributes significantly to the functioning of Assam&#8217;s administrative machinery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>APSC aspirants<\/strong>, understanding the history and functions of the Commission is therefore useful not only for General Studies but also for developing a broader understanding of Assam&#8217;s governance and public administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Also_read_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>Also read  &#8211; <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Article<\/th><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/acs-promotion-hierarchy-in-assam-from-acs-officer-to-dc-and-ias\/\">ACS Promotion Hierarchy in Assam: From ACS Officer to DC and 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itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-block-coblocks-faq__title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ASSM_PUBLIC_SERVICE_COMMISSION_APSC\"><\/span>ASSM PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (APSC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\"><strong>When was the Assam Public Service Commission established?<\/strong><br><\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p>The <strong>Assam Public Service Commission was established on 1 April 1937<\/strong> under the provisions of the Government of India Act, 1935.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\"><strong>Who was the first Chairman of APSC?<\/strong><br><\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p><strong>James Hezelett<\/strong>, a retired ICS officer, was the first Chairman of the Assam Public Service Commission.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\"><strong>Which Article of the Constitution deals with the functions of APSC?<\/strong><br><\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p><strong>Article 320<\/strong> deals with the functions of Public Service Commissions, including recruitment examinations and consultation on specified service matters.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\"><strong>What are the main functions of APSC?<\/strong><\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" 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