APPSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 892 Posts (Group I, AEE, ASO & Other)

Overview

Vacancy Details – All Posts

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Varies widely by post. Examples: Group-I Services requires a Bachelor’s degree or B.E./B.Tech; ASO requires graduation with Statistics/Mathematics/Economics as a subject; Forest Beat Officer requires Intermediate (12th pass); Draughtsman Grade-II requires ITI Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Civil). Candidates must check individual notification PDFs on psc.ap.gov.in for exact eligibility.

Age Limit: As per individual notification. Relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-SM/Women candidates as per AP government rules.

Domicile: Some posts (e.g., Horticulture Development Officer for UT Ladakh in other UPSC advts) require local domicile — check the official notification for AP domicile requirements.

Application Fee

The application fee for each post varies as per individual notification. Candidates must check the respective APPSC advertisement on psc.ap.gov.in for the exact fee before applying.

Selection Process

The selection process varies by post. Generally, APPSC conducts:

1. Preliminary Examination (for Group-I and other competitive posts)
2. Main Examination
3. Interview / Personality Test (where applicable)

For posts like Draughtsman, Forest Beat Officer etc., the process may involve a written test followed by document verification. Refer to individual notification PDFs for exact selection process.

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Visit the official APPSC website: psc.ap.gov.in
2. Go to the Notifications section and find the relevant advertisement number
3. Read the official notification PDF carefully — check eligibility, fee, and documents required
4. Click on Apply Online — this redirects to applications-psc.ap.gov.in
5. Register / log in with your credentials
6. Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and other details
7. Pay the application fee (as applicable) through online mode
8. Upload required documents: photograph, signature, certificates
9. Submit the form and download/print the confirmation for future reference

About APPSC

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is a constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Constitution of India. It is responsible for conducting competitive examinations and selecting candidates for various civil services posts in the state of Andhra Pradesh. APPSC conducts recruitment for Group-I, Group-II, Group-III, and various departmental posts across all major departments of the AP state government. The commission ensures transparent, merit-based selection in accordance with AP state government rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many total vacancies are available in APPSC Recruitment 2026?

APPSC has announced a combined total of 892 posts (provisional) across 20 different notifications including Group-I Services (163), ASO (196), Executive Officer Grade-III (104), Industrial Promotion Officer (78), and others.

Q2. What is the last date for APPSC Recruitment 2026?

Last dates vary by notification: 27 October 2026 (Group-I, AEE, Horticulture, FSL), 29 October 2026 (Hostel Welfare, Social/Tribal Welfare Officers), 2 November 2026 (ASO, Asst. Directors, Reporters), and 5 November 2026 (Executive Officer, Forest Officers, Industrial Promotion, Draughtsman).

Q3. Where do I apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026?

Applications are submitted online through applications-psc.ap.gov.in. The official notifications and details are available on psc.ap.gov.in.

Q4. What is the salary for APPSC posts?

Pay scales range from ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 (Forest Beat Officer, Executive Officer Grade-III) up to ₹65,360 – ₹1,54,980 (Inspector of Factories), depending on the post.

Q5. What qualifications are needed for APPSC Group-I 2026?

For Group-I Services (Advt 07/2026), candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or B.E./B.Tech from a recognized university. Age limit and other eligibility conditions must be verified in the official Group-I notification on psc.ap.gov.in.