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ADRE Previous Year Question Papers 2022 & 2024 — Free PDF Download
All ADRE 1.0 (2022) and ADRE 2.0 (2024) question papers for Grade III & Grade IV — Paper I to Paper V, Set A. Download free PDFs and sharpen your prep with ADRE Test mock tests.
Live & Updated · Last updated: May 2026 · Sourced from ASSEB / slrc.assam.gov.inadretest.in
About ADRE Previous Year Question Papers
The Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) is conducted by the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC), Assam to fill Grade III and Grade IV posts simultaneously across all government departments. This recruitment process — known widely as ADRE — has been held twice: ADRE 1.0 in 2022 and ADRE 2.0 in 2024.
ADRE Test has compiled all official question papers in one place. These real exam papers help you understand the exact pattern, question types, difficulty level, and subject weightage — so you can build a targeted preparation strategy and avoid wasting time on irrelevant topics.
iAll papers below are Set A. Every set (A, B, C, D) contains identical questions — only the order differs. Practising Set A is fully sufficient for complete preparation.
ADRE 2.0 · 2024
ADRE 2.0 Question Papers 2024 — All Papers
Five papers from the ADRE 2.0 exam held in 2024. Click Download to get the PDF instantly.
ADRE Paper Code Reference — Which Paper Is for You?
Each ADRE paper corresponds to a specific qualification level. Choose the paper matching the post you applied for.
Paper
Qualification Required
Grade
Category
Paper I
Class VIII or Equivalent
Grade IV
General Posts
Paper II
HSLC (Class X) or Equivalent
Grade IV
General Posts
Paper III
HSSLC (Class XII) or Equivalent
Grade III
General Posts
Paper IV
Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
Grade III
General Posts
Paper V
HSLC + Valid Driving Licence
Driver
Driver Posts
★Appearing for multiple posts? Download both the Grade III and Grade IV papers relevant to your qualification. Practising more papers improves your speed and accuracy across topic areas.
Exam Structure
ADRE Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview
Key facts about the ADRE written examination every candidate must know before attempting previous year papers.
Exam Mode
Offline OMR
Question Type
MCQ · 4 Options
Total Questions
100
Total Marks
100
Negative Marking
None
Languages
AS / BO / EN / HI
✓No negative marking — always attempt every question. Even a guess carries a 25% chance of scoring a correct mark.
Key Subject Areas
General StudiesHistory · Geography · Polity · Science
MathematicsArithmetic · Algebra · Mensuration
EnglishGrammar · Comprehension · Vocabulary
ReasoningLogical · Analytical · Series
ComputerBasic IT · MS Office · Internet
Assam GKCulture · Current Affairs · Economy
ADRE Official Answer Keys
Official answer keys for ADRE 1.0 (2022) and ADRE 2.0 (2024) are published by ASSEB on the official website. Cross-check your answers using the official keys after practising.
Follow this proven 6-step approach to extract maximum benefit from ADRE 2022 and 2024 question papers.
Begin with ADRE 1.0 (2022). The first edition sets the baseline. Start here to understand the original question style, then compare with 2024 papers to spot trend shifts.
Attempt under strict exam conditions. Set a 2-hour timer, switch off distractions, and attempt the full 100-question paper in one sitting — exactly as you will in the real exam.
Score yourself and find your weak zones. After each attempt, mark your answers and calculate subject-wise accuracy. Identify which sections are pulling down your score.
Revise high-frequency topics first. Assam History, Basic Arithmetic, General Science, and English Grammar appear in almost every paper. Master these before moving to lower-frequency topics.
Use ADRE Test mock tests between papers. After completing each previous year paper, take a mock test on the same subject areas to reinforce your learning immediately.
Track improvement across all 10 papers. Maintain a simple score log. If your score is improving paper by paper, your strategy is working. If not, revisit your weak subjects.
ADRE Syllabus — Topic Breakdown by Paper
The syllabus varies slightly across papers based on qualification level. Here is a consolidated view of major topics tested across all ADRE papers.
HistoryAssam History, Indian History, Freedom Movement
GeographyAssam Geography, Physical Geography of India, World
General SciencePhysics, Chemistry, Biology — Class X level
ComputerHardware, Software, Internet, MS Office Basics
Current AffairsAssam & National Events — last 6 months
EnvironmentEcology, Biodiversity, Climate, National Parks
Frequently Asked Questions
ADRE Question Paper — FAQs
What is the ADRE exam and who conducts it?▼
ADRE stands for Assam Direct Recruitment Examination. It is conducted by the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC), Assam to fill Grade III and Grade IV posts in all government departments simultaneously. It was first held in 2022 as ADRE 1.0 and again in 2024 as ADRE 2.0.
Which paper should I download — Paper I, II, III, IV, or V?▼
Download based on your applied post’s required qualification: Paper I = Class VIII level (Grade IV), Paper II = HSLC level (Grade IV), Paper III = HSSLC level (Grade III), Paper IV = Degree level (Grade III), Paper V = Driver posts (HSLC + driving licence).
Is there negative marking in ADRE?▼
No. The ADRE examination has no negative marking. Every correct answer scores 1 mark and a wrong answer scores 0. Always attempt all 100 questions — never leave any blank.
What is the difference between ADRE 1.0 (2022) and ADRE 2.0 (2024)?▼
ADRE 1.0 (2022) was the first edition and ADRE 2.0 (2024) was the second. Both followed the same overall structure — 100 MCQ questions, OMR-based, no negative marking. ADRE 2.0 refined the question balance across subjects slightly. Practising both editions gives you the most comprehensive preparation.
Can I take a free ADRE mock test on ADRE Test?▼
Yes! ADRE Test offers free full-length mock tests based on the latest ADRE syllabus and previous paper patterns. No registration required to start. Mock tests are timed, scored, and include detailed answer explanations.
In which languages is the ADRE exam conducted?▼
The ADRE exam is conducted in Assamese, Bodo, English, and Hindi. Candidates can choose their preferred medium at the time of application.
Where are official ADRE answer keys published?▼
Official ADRE answer keys are published on asseb.org (Assam State School Education Board) and slrc.assam.gov.in after each examination. Candidates can raise objections to disputed answers within the window specified in the official notice.
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