The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the syllabus for the Screening Test for various posts under the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Assam. This page provides detailed information on the exam pattern and syllabus for the posts of Assistant Geologist, Chemist, Drilling Engineer, Assistant Mining Engineer, and Geophysicist.
APSC Syllabus 2026 – Download Exam Pattern Paper I and II: Exam Pattern
| Test Name | Screening Test |
| Number of Papers | Paper-I (General Studies) and Paper-II (Post-specific subject) |
| Total Questions per Paper | 100 objective type questions (Paper-I); Not specified for Paper-II |
| Marks per Paper | 100 marks each |
| Duration per Paper | 2 hours each |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective Type) |
Syllabus
Paper-I: General Studies (Common for All Five Posts)
- Constitution and Political System of India
- Current events of National and International Importance
- Indian Economy and Planning
- Geography of India, Assam and World
- Role of Science and Technology in India
- Culture and History of Assam, India and World
- Indian National Movement with special reference to Assam
Assistant Geologist Syllabus – Paper-II: Geology
- Structural Geology and Seismology
- Mineralogy, Crystal Chemistry and Thermodynamics in Geology
- Geoinformatics, Geomorphology and Quaternary Geology
- Hydrogeology, Climatology and Oceanography
- Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
- Geochemistry, Isotope Geology and Engineering Geology
- Economic Geology
- Sedimentology, and Surveying and Mapping
- Stratigraphy and Geodynamics
- Palaeontology and Fuel Geology
- Fluvial System and Environmental Geology
Chemist Syllabus – Paper-II: Chemistry (Based on Gauhati University Syllabus)
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Modern Methods of Analysis
- Physical Chemistry
- Experiments on Conductometric Titrations
- Spectroscopy
- Organic Chemistry
- Catalysis Science and Technology
- X-ray Crystallography
- Green Chemistry
Drilling Engineer Syllabus – Paper-II: Mechanical Engineering
- Statics
- Dynamics
- Theory of Machines
- Mechanics of Materials
- Fluid Mechanics
Preparation Tips
Candidates should focus on understanding the syllabus thoroughly and create a study plan that covers all topics systematically. Regular practice with objective-type questions and previous years’ papers can enhance time management skills and boost confidence for the exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application start date for APSC recruitment?
Application Start Date is 17th July 2026.
Where can I find the official APSC website?
The official website is apsc.nic.in.
How many papers are there in the APSC Screening Test?
There are two papers: Paper-I (General Studies) and Paper-II (Post-specific subject).
What is the duration of each paper?
Each paper has a duration of 2 hours.
What type of questions are asked in the exam?
The exam consists of Multiple Choice Questions (Objective Type).
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- APSC परीक्षा 2026 के लिए पाठ्यक्रम जारी किया गया है।
- आवेदन की शुरुआत 17 जुलाई 2026 से होगी।
- परीक्षा में दो पेपर होंगे: पेपर-I और पेपर-II।
- प्रत्येक पेपर की अवधि 2 घंटे है।
- सभी प्रश्न बहुविकल्पीय प्रकार के होंगे।
| APSC Syllabus 2026 – Download Exam Pattern Paper I and II – Important Links | |
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| apsc.nic.in | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
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