Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma has addressed concerns regarding the State Government’s approach to adopting a syllabus akin to the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) for third and fourth-grade job recruitments. The issue has sparked widespread debate recently.
During his journey from Rongjuli to Guwahati, Himanta Sarma underlined the government’s commitment to refining the recruitment process while maintaining exam standards.
“We are not looking to implement an APSC-style syllabus. Rather, we aim to adopt their procedural framework, including preliminary exams, mains, and viva sessions. The content standard will align with traditional formats like HSLC and HS,” explained the CM.
This clarification follows concerns raised due to a staggering 11 lakh applicants vying for just 7,500 positions, necessitating approximately 2,100 exam centres across the State.
Himanta Sarma highlighted the logistical hurdles in ensuring exam integrity with such a large candidate pool, citing challenges such as inadequate invigilation, potential leaks, and bias. To mitigate these issues, the government plans to narrow down the field to 1 lakh candidates for the mains, thereby enhancing the fairness and quality of the examination process.
The CM reiterated the government’s commitment to appointing only the most deserving candidates, aiming to uphold the integrity of the recruitment process without compromise. He urged the public to refrain from undue speculation and unnecessary debates on government decisions.
