ADRE 3.0 Grade III & Grade IV Syllabus 2026 – Complete Topic-Wise Guide
Introduction
The Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) is conducted for the recruitment of eligible candidates to various Grade III and Grade IV posts in different departments and establishments of the Government of Assam. The examination is conducted through the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC), with the syllabus and examination level varying according to the educational qualification and post.
For effective preparation, candidates should not study only the broad subjects mentioned in the official syllabus. Each subject contains several important chapters and subtopics, particularly Assam History, Assam Geography, Indian History, Indian Polity, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Mathematics, English and Reasoning .
This detailed ADRE syllabus has therefore been organized into 16 major preparation areas , with subjects divided into chapters and subtopics. It can be used as a complete study checklist for ADRE Grade III and Grade IV preparation .
The syllabus below covers the major areas candidates should prepare for the different ADRE levels, including Grade III HSSLC, Grade III Graduate, Grade III Driver and Grade IV posts .
ADRE Syllabus at a Glance
No. Major Subject Important Areas 1 Assam History Ancient, Medieval, Ahom, Colonial Assam, Freedom Movement 2 Indian History Ancient, Medieval, Modern India, Freedom Movement 3 Assam Geography Rivers, climate, agriculture, forests, wildlife, resources 4 Indian Geography Physical geography, rivers, climate, agriculture, resources 5 Indian Polity & Constitution Constitution, Parliament, President, Judiciary, State Government 6 Indian & Assam Economy Banking, GDP, inflation, budget, agriculture, Assam economy 7 Assam Art, Culture & Literature Festivals, dance, music, literature, Sattra culture 8 General Science Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environment 9 Assam GK State facts, districts, personalities, institutions, wildlife 10 India GK National symbols, awards, sports, books, organisations 11 Current Affairs Assam, India, international, science, sports, awards 12 General English Grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction, comprehension 13 Mathematics Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, statistics 14 Reasoning & Mental Ability Series, coding, analogy, puzzles, blood relations 15 Reading Comprehension & English Language Passages, inference, vocabulary, critical reading 16 Road Transport & Traffic Rules Traffic signs, Motor Vehicles Act, road safety, vehicle maintenance
1. Assam History
Assam History is one of the most important areas for ADRE preparation. Candidates should give special attention to the Kamarupa Kingdom, Ahom Kingdom, medieval kingdoms, British Assam and Assam’s role in the Indian freedom movement .
Chapter Topics to Study Ancient Assam Prehistoric Assam, Stone Age, Neolithic culture, early settlements Ancient Kingdoms Pragjyotisha, Pragjyotishapura, Kamarupa Varman Dynasty Pushyavarman, Bhaskaravarman and important rulers Salastambha Dynasty Origin, rulers and administration Pala Dynasty Important rulers and political developments Ancient Sources Inscriptions, copper plates, archaeological sites Medieval Kingdoms Ahom, Chutia, Kachari, Koch, Jaintia and Dimasa kingdoms Ahom Kingdom Sukaphaa, establishment and expansion of Ahom rule Ahom Rulers Suhungmung, Rudra Singha, Siva Singha, Pramatta Singha, Rajeswar Singha and others Ahom Administration Paik system, Khel system, Phukan, Barua, Borphukan, Borbarua Ahom-Mughal Conflict Alaboi, Saraighat, Lachit Borphukan, Itakhuli Moamoria Rebellion Causes, events and consequences British Assam Treaty of Yandabo, British administration and expansion Resistance Movements Gomdhar Konwar, Piyali Phukan, Phulaguri Dhawa, Patharughat Tea Industry Beginning of tea cultivation, labour system and economic impact Freedom Movement Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India Movement Freedom Fighters Kanaklata Barua, Kushal Konwar, Mukunda Kakati, Gopinath Bordoloi Post-Independence Assam State reorganisation, Assam Movement and Assam Accord
Must-Study Areas
Treaty of Yandabo
Battle of Saraighat
Lachit Borphukan
Paik System
Ahom administration
Phulaguri Dhawa
Patharughat uprising
Kanaklata Barua
Kushal Konwar
Assam Movement
Assam Accord
2. Indian History
Indian History should be prepared chronologically from the Prehistoric Period to the Indian Independence Movement .
Period Important Topics Prehistoric India Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic and Chalcolithic Age Indus Valley Civilization Harappa, Mohenjo-daro, Dholavira, Lothal, town planning, trade, religion Vedic Age Early Vedic, Later Vedic, society, economy, religion Mahajanapadas Sixteen Mahajanapadas, Magadha Buddhism Buddha, Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path Jainism Mahavira, principles and spread Mauryan Empire Chandragupta Maurya, Bindusara, Ashoka, Kalinga War Post-Mauryan Period Shungas, Satavahanas, Kushanas, Kanishka Gupta Period Samudragupta, Chandragupta II, administration, science, literature South Indian Kingdoms Cholas, Pallavas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas Delhi Sultanate Slave, Khilji, Tughlaq, Sayyid and Lodi dynasties Bhakti Movement Major saints and teachings Sufi Movement Major Sufi orders and teachings Mughal Empire Babur, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb European Powers Portuguese, Dutch, English and French British Expansion Plassey, Buxar, Subsidiary Alliance, Doctrine of Lapse Revolt of 1857 Causes, leaders, centres and consequences Social Reform Brahmo Samaj, Arya Samaj, Ramakrishna Mission, Aligarh Movement National Movement INC, Swadeshi, Home Rule, Gandhian movements Gandhian Era Champaran, Kheda, Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India Freedom INA, Cabinet Mission, Mountbatten Plan, Independence and Partition
3. Assam Geography
Assam Geography is particularly important because questions can be directly connected with the state’s rivers, districts, national parks, agriculture, natural resources and physical features .
Area Topics to Study Location Geographical location, boundaries, area Physiography Brahmaputra Valley, Barak Valley, hills and plains Rivers Brahmaputra, Barak and major tributaries Important Tributaries Subansiri, Jia-Bharali, Manas, Dhansiri, Kopili, Dikhow, Disang, Lohit River Islands Majuli and other important islands Floods Causes, effects, flood-prone areas and management Erosion Riverbank erosion and its impact Climate Monsoon, rainfall, temperature and seasons Soil Alluvial and other soil types Agriculture Rice, tea, jute, sugarcane, mustard and horticulture Plantation Tea, rubber and other plantation crops Forests Types of forests and forest resources National Parks Kaziranga, Manas, Orang, Nameri, Dibru-Saikhowa, Dehing Patkai, Raimona Wildlife Rhinoceros, golden langur, hoolock gibbon, pygmy hog Minerals Petroleum, natural gas, coal and limestone Population Population distribution, density, migration and urbanisation Districts Districts, headquarters and important geographical features Borders Inter-state and international boundaries
Important Places to Remember
Category Examples Important City Guwahati Historical City Sivasagar Tea Region Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Jorhat Hill District Dima Hasao River Island Majuli Wildlife Kaziranga, Manas, Orang, Nameri Oil Region Digboi, Duliajan Silk Centre Sualkuchi
4. Indian Geography
Chapter Topics to Study Earth Shape, rotation, revolution, latitude and longitude Location of India Extent, neighbours and geographical position Himalayas Trans-Himalaya, Greater Himalaya, Lesser Himalaya, Shiwalik Northern Plains Indus, Ganga and Brahmaputra plains Peninsular Plateau Deccan Plateau, Central Highlands Indian Desert Thar Desert Coastal Plains Eastern and Western Coastal Plains Islands Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Rivers Himalayan and Peninsular rivers Major Rivers Ganga, Yamuna, Brahmaputra, Indus, Godavari, Krishna, Kaveri Climate Indian monsoon, seasons and rainfall Soil Alluvial, black, red, laterite, desert and mountain soils Agriculture Rice, wheat, cotton, jute, tea, coffee, sugarcane Minerals Coal, iron ore, manganese, bauxite, petroleum Industries Iron and steel, textile, cement, petroleum, jute Transport Railways, roads, waterways, ports and airways Environment Forests, biodiversity, pollution and climate change Natural Disasters Floods, cyclones, earthquakes, droughts and landslides
5. Indian Polity & Constitution
Indian Polity is a high-priority area for Grade III candidates and should be studied systematically.
Chapter Topics to Study Constitution Making, Constituent Assembly, sources and features Preamble Objectives, keywords and significance Fundamental Rights Articles and major rights Fundamental Duties Constitutional duties DPSP Directive Principles of State Policy President Election, powers and functions Vice-President Election and functions Prime Minister Appointment, powers and responsibilities Council of Ministers Cabinet and Council of Ministers Parliament Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, powers and functions Law Making Ordinary Bill, Money Bill, Constitutional Amendment Budget Union Budget and parliamentary control Supreme Court Composition, powers, judicial review High Courts Powers and jurisdiction Governor Appointment and powers Chief Minister Appointment and functions State Legislature Legislative Assembly and Council Local Government Panchayati Raj and Municipalities Elections Election Commission, voting, EVM, VVPAT Constitutional Bodies CAG, UPSC, Finance Commission, Election Commission Emergency National, State and Financial Emergency Amendment Constitutional amendment procedure Anti-Defection Tenth Schedule Assam Polity Assam Assembly, Governor, CM, High Court and autonomous councils
6. Indian Economy & Assam Economy
Chapter Topics to Study Basic Economics Demand, supply, production, consumption, savings National Income GDP, GNP, NNP, NDP, per capita income Economic Growth Growth vs development Inflation Inflation, deflation, stagflation, CPI, WPI Banking RBI, commercial banks, cooperative banks Monetary Policy Repo rate, reverse repo, CRR, SLR, bank rate Financial Inclusion Banking access, digital payments and inclusion Taxation Direct tax, indirect tax, GST Government Finance Revenue, expenditure, public debt Deficit Fiscal, revenue and primary deficit Budget Union and State Budget Planning Five-Year Plans, Planning Commission, NITI Aayog Reforms Liberalisation, privatisation, globalisation Poverty Poverty measurement and poverty alleviation Employment Unemployment and employment schemes Agriculture MSP, food security, PDS, Green Revolution Rural Development MGNREGA and rural development programmes Assam Economy Agriculture, tea, petroleum, natural gas, tourism Assam Industries Handloom, handicrafts, bamboo, silk and MSMEs Assam Development Infrastructure, transport, employment and rural development
7. Assam Art, Culture & Literature
Category Topics to Study Festivals Bohag Bihu, Magh Bihu, Kati Bihu, Ali-Aye-Ligang, Me-Dam-Me-Phi Religious Festivals Ambubachi Mela and other important festivals Dance Bihu, Sattriya, Bagurumba, Deodhani, Jhumur, Ojapali Music Borgeet, Bihu songs, Zikir, Zari, Goalpariya folk music Instruments Pepa, Gogona, Khol, Toka, Xutuli, Flute Sattra Culture Sattra, Namghar, Ekasarana Dharma Vaishnavite Culture Sankardeva, Madhavdeva, Borgeet, Bhaona Literature Madhav Kandali, Sankardeva, Madhavdeva Modern Literature Lakshminath Bezbaroa, Padmanath Gohain Baruah, Rajanikanta Bordoloi Modern Writers Birendra Kumar Bhattacharyya, Mamoni Raisom Goswami, Homen Borgohain Cinema Jyotiprasad Agarwala and Assamese cinema Music Personalities Bhupen Hazarika Cultural Icons Jyotiprasad Agarwala, Bishnu Prasad Rabha Handicrafts Bamboo, cane, bell metal, masks Handloom Muga, Eri, Pat silk and Gamusa Traditional Art Majuli masks, manuscript painting and weaving
8. General Science
Physics
Chapter Topics Measurement Units, SI units, measurement Motion Distance, displacement, speed, velocity, acceleration Force Newton’s laws, force, momentum Work & Energy Work, energy, power Gravitation Gravity, weight, mass Heat Temperature, heat transfer, expansion Light Reflection, refraction, mirrors, lenses Sound Waves, frequency, amplitude, echo Electricity Current, voltage, resistance, Ohm’s Law Magnetism Magnetic field, electromagnet, motor, generator
Chemistry
Chapter Topics Matter States of matter and properties Atomic Structure Atoms, molecules, electrons, protons, neutrons Elements Metals, non-metals and metalloids Periodic Table Groups, periods and basic trends Acids & Bases Properties, indicators and pH Salts Formation and uses Chemical Reactions Types of chemical reactions Oxidation Oxidation, reduction and corrosion Carbon Carbon compounds and fuels Everyday Chemistry Soap, detergent, fertilizers and common chemicals
Biology
Chapter Topics Cell Cell structure and organelles Human Body Major organs and systems Nutrition Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals Diseases Communicable and non-communicable diseases Plants Photosynthesis, respiration and reproduction Genetics DNA, genes, chromosomes and heredity Ecology Ecosystem, food chain and food web Environment Pollution, biodiversity and conservation
9. Assam GK
Category Topics to Study State Facts Capital, area, population, state symbols Administration Districts, subdivisions and administrative divisions Geography Rivers, hills, valleys and important places History Kamarupa, Ahom, British and modern Assam Personalities Lachit Borphukan, Sankardeva, Gopinath Bordoloi, Bhupen Hazarika Freedom Fighters Kanaklata Barua, Kushal Konwar, Mukunda Kakati National Parks Kaziranga, Manas, Orang, Nameri, Dibru-Saikhowa Wildlife Rhinoceros, golden langur, hoolock gibbon, pygmy hog Economy Tea, petroleum, natural gas, silk, agriculture Education Gauhati University, Dibrugarh University, IIT Guwahati, NIT Silchar Culture Bihu, Sattriya, Bhaona, Borgeet Literature Major Assamese writers and works Sports Important Assamese sportspersons Important Places Kamakhya, Sivasagar, Majuli, Hajo, Sualkuchi Firsts Important first persons, institutions and events of Assam
10. India GK
Category Topics to Study National Symbols Flag, Emblem, Anthem, Song, Animal, Bird, Flower Important Days National and international important days Personalities Presidents, PMs, scientists, reformers, artists Awards Bharat Ratna, Padma Awards, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi Sports Awards Arjuna, Dronacharya and Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Books Important books and authors Sports Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, cricket, football Countries Countries, capitals and currencies World Geography Continents, oceans, rivers, mountains Organisations UN, WHO, UNESCO, UNICEF, IMF, World Bank, WTO Headquarters Important international organisation headquarters Science Major discoveries and scientific developments Space ISRO and major space missions Defence Major defence organisations, exercises and systems
11. Current Affairs
Current Affairs should be prepared continuously rather than only immediately before the examination.
Area Topics to Cover Assam Government schemes, appointments, projects, awards, events Assam Economy Budget, industries, infrastructure and development India Government schemes, policies, bills, Acts and major decisions Economy Budget, RBI policy, inflation, GDP and economic reports Politics Important national political developments Judiciary Major Supreme Court and constitutional developments International Summits, agreements, conflicts and major global events Science Scientific discoveries and developments Space ISRO missions and international space missions Defence Exercises, appointments, defence systems Sports Tournaments, winners, records and major events Awards National and international awards Books Important books and authors Appointments Important national and international appointments Reports Important national and international reports and indexes Environment Climate conferences, conservation and environmental events
Current Affairs Revision Period
Priority Period Very High Last 6 months High Last 12 months Important Major events from the previous 12–18 months
12. General English
Chapter Topics to Study Parts of Speech Noun, pronoun, adjective, verb, adverb, preposition, conjunction Articles A, An, The Tenses Present, Past and Future Subject-Verb Agreement Rules and exceptions Prepositions Correct usage Conjunctions Coordinating and subordinating conjunctions Voice Active and Passive Voice Narration Direct and Indirect Speech Vocabulary Synonyms, antonyms, word meanings One Word One-word substitutions Idioms Common idioms and phrases Spelling Correct and incorrect spellings Error Detection Grammatical error identification Sentence Correction Correcting incorrect sentences Fill in the Blanks Grammar and vocabulary Sentence Rearrangement Ordering sentences Comprehension Passage-based questions
13. Mathematics
Chapter Topics to Study Number System Natural, whole, integer, rational and irrational numbers HCF & LCM Factors, multiples, HCF and LCM Simplification BODMAS, fractions, decimals, indices Percentage Increase, decrease and successive percentage Ratio Ratio, proportion and partnership Average Simple and weighted average Profit & Loss CP, SP, profit, loss and percentage Discount Marked price and successive discounts Simple Interest Principal, rate, time and interest Compound Interest Annual and periodic compounding Time & Work Efficiency, combined work and wages Pipes & Cisterns Filling and emptying tanks Speed & Distance Speed, time, distance and relative speed Boats & Streams Upstream and downstream Trains Relative speed and crossing problems Algebra Expressions, identities and equations Geometry Lines, angles, triangles, circles and polygons Mensuration Area, perimeter, volume and surface area Statistics Mean, median and mode Data Interpretation Tables, graphs, bar charts and pie charts Probability Basic probability Age Age-based problems Mixture Mixture and allegation Clock Time and angle-based problems Calendar Dates and day calculations
14. Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability
Chapter Topics to Study Analogy Number, alphabet, word and figure analogy Classification Number, alphabet, word and figure classification Series Number, alphabet and alphanumeric series Coding-Decoding Letter, number, symbol and mixed coding Blood Relations Family tree and relationship problems Direction Sense Direction, distance and position Ranking Rank, order, height and age Syllogism Statements, conclusions and Venn diagrams Statement & Conclusion Logical conclusions Statement & Assumption Identifying assumptions Cause & Effect Relationship between events Seating Arrangement Linear and circular arrangements Puzzles Logical and analytical puzzles Non-Verbal Reasoning Figures, patterns and visual reasoning Mirror Image Mirror-based figures Water Image Water reflection Paper Folding Folding and punching Embedded Figures Finding hidden figures Figure Counting Counting lines, triangles and other figures Decision Making Logical decision-making problems Mental Ability Observation, memory and problem-solving
15. Reading Comprehension & English Language
This section is particularly important for Graduate-level Grade III preparation .
Area Topics to Study Reading Comprehension Passage-based questions Main Idea Identifying the central idea Supporting Details Finding specific information Inference Drawing conclusions from passages Author’s View Understanding author’s intention Tone Identifying tone and attitude Vocabulary Meaning of words in context Synonyms Passage-based synonyms Antonyms Passage-based antonyms Critical Reading Arguments, evidence and assumptions Cause & Effect Identifying relationships Conclusion Logical conclusions Sentence Correction Grammar and usage Para Jumbles Rearranging sentences Fill in the Blanks Contextual vocabulary and grammar Error Detection Identifying grammatical errors
Reading Skills to Develop
Read newspaper editorials
Read government reports and articles
Practise long passages
Identify the central argument
Separate facts from opinions
Infer meanings from context
Practise timed comprehension
16. Road Transport & Traffic Rules
This section is primarily relevant to Grade III Driver-level recruitment .
Chapter Topics to Study Road Safety Safe and defensive driving Traffic Signals Red, yellow and green signals Traffic Signs Mandatory, warning and informatory signs Road Markings Centre lines, stop lines, pedestrian crossings Driving Rules Lane discipline, overtaking and turning Speed Speed limits and safe driving speed Parking Parking rules and restrictions Right of Way Giving way and priority rules Driving Licence Learner’s and permanent licence Vehicle Documents RC, DL, insurance, PUC and permit Motor Vehicles Act Important provisions and offences Traffic Offences Fines, penalties and violations Vehicle Maintenance Engine, battery, brake, clutch, gearbox Tyres Tyre condition, pressure and safety Electrical System Battery, lights and electrical components Road Accidents Prevention and emergency response First Aid Basic first aid after road accidents Vehicle Safety Safety equipment and emergency measures
Important Traffic Signs
Type Examples Mandatory Stop, Give Way, No Entry, No Parking Prohibitory No Overtaking, Speed Limit, No U-Turn Warning School Ahead, Narrow Road, Slippery Road Informatory Hospital, Parking, Petrol Pump, Bus Stop Railway Level Crossing, Railway Crossing Ahead
ADRE Grade III & Grade IV Level-Wise Coverage
Grade IV – Class VIII Level
Subject Area Preparation Focus Social Studies Basic History, Geography and Civics General Knowledge Assam and India GK Mathematics Elementary arithmetic English Basic grammar and vocabulary Reasoning Basic logical and mental ability Current Affairs Important recent events
Grade IV – HSLC / HSLC + ITI Level
Subject Main Preparation Areas Social Studies Assam and Indian History, Geography, Civics General Knowledge Assam GK, India GK, Current Affairs Mathematics Arithmetic and basic mathematical concepts English Grammar, vocabulary and comprehension Mental Ability Reasoning, series, analogy, coding General Awareness Important national and state events
Grade III – HSSLC Level
Subject Main Areas Social Studies History, Geography, Polity and related social studies General Knowledge Assam GK, India GK and Current Affairs Logical Reasoning Reasoning and Mental Ability General English Grammar and vocabulary General Mathematics Arithmetic and related mathematical topics
Grade III – Graduate Level
Subject Main Areas Social Studies History, Geography, Polity, Economy and related areas General Knowledge Assam, India, Science and Current Affairs Logical Reasoning Logical and analytical reasoning General English Grammar and language General Mathematics Arithmetic and mathematical ability Reading Comprehension & English Language Comprehension, inference, vocabulary and language skills
Grade III – HSLC Driver Level
Subject Main Areas Social Studies History, Geography and Social Studies General Knowledge Assam, India and Current Affairs Logical Reasoning Mental Ability and Reasoning General English Grammar and vocabulary General Mathematics Arithmetic Road Transport Traffic rules, signs, road safety and vehicle knowledge
ADRE Master Preparation Checklist
Subject Priority Topics Assam History Ahoms, Saraighat, British Assam, Freedom Movement Indian History Ancient, Medieval, Modern and Freedom Movement Assam Geography Rivers, districts, national parks, agriculture Indian Geography Physiography, rivers, climate, agriculture Polity Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Parliament, Judiciary Economy GDP, inflation, banking, budget, taxation Assam Economy Tea, petroleum, agriculture, tourism, industries Culture Bihu, Sattriya, Sankardeva, literature, handicrafts Science Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environment Assam GK State facts, personalities, places, institutions India GK Symbols, awards, sports, books, organisations Current Affairs Assam + India + International English Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension Mathematics Percentage, ratio, profit-loss, SI/CI, time-work Reasoning Series, coding, analogy, blood relation, puzzles Reading Comprehension Passage, inference, vocabulary, critical reading Road Transport Signs, rules, licence, documents, vehicle maintenance
Most Important ADRE Topics for Quick Revision
Rank Topic Importance 1 Assam History & Ahom History Very High 2 Assam GK Very High 3 Assam Geography Very High 4 Indian Polity Very High 5 Indian History Very High 6 Current Affairs Very High 7 Mathematics Very High 8 Reasoning Very High 9 General English High 10 Indian Geography High 11 General Science High 12 Assam Culture & Literature High 13 Indian & Assam Economy High 14 India GK High 15 Reading Comprehension Graduate Level 16 Road Transport Driver Level
Final Preparation Strategy
Candidates should first complete the Assam-specific sections , especially Assam History, Assam Geography, Assam GK and Assam Culture. These should then be combined with Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Mathematics, English and Reasoning.
For maximum benefit, candidates should maintain separate revision notes for static GK and current affairs . Mathematics and Reasoning should be prepared through regular practice rather than reading alone, while English and Reading Comprehension should be practised with timed questions.
The 16-topic structure above can therefore be used as a complete ADRE preparation checklist , with candidates marking each chapter after completing theory, practice questions and revision.
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