The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has announced that from the upcoming examinations, candidates will have the option to write the preliminary papers in Assamese. This move aligns with the State government’s broader effort to promote the use of the Assamese language in governance, education, and competitive examinations.

Key Highlights

• The decision ensures that Assamese joins English as a medium for the APSC prelims paper, expanding accessibility for local aspirants.
• It aims to remove language barriers and encourage greater participation from rural and vernacular-background candidates.
• The move is part of Assam’s larger policy push to strengthen indigenous languages, including the decision to make Assamese a compulsory subject in the Brahmaputra Valley.
• Significance: Promotes Inclusivity, provides a boost to Mother Tongue, ensures wider Participation of candidates in the state civil services.