APPSC Recruitment 2026 – All Notifications at a Glance
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada |
| Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Total Notifications | 20 Brief Notifications |
| Total Vacancies | 892+ (Provisional) |
| Age Limit | 18–42 years (most posts) | as per notification for each post |
| Application Mode | Online only — portal-psc.ap.gov.in |
| Apply Opens (Batch 1) | 06 October 2026 |
| Apply Closes (Last Batch) | 05 November 2026 |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada, has released 20 Brief Recruitment Notifications on 15 September 2026 for a total of 892+ provisional vacancies across various departments of the Andhra Pradesh Government. These include major recruitments like Group-I Services (163 posts), AEE – Pollution Control Board (40 posts), Horticulture Officer (37 posts), Forest Range Officer, Forest Beat Officer, Forest Section Officer, Inspector of Factories, Hostel Welfare Officer, Assistant Statistical Officer and many more. Online applications will open in phases from 06 October 2026. Detailed notifications for each post will be released on or before the respective application opening dates. For more Andhra Pradesh Government Jobs 2026, visit our hub.
All 20 APPSC Notifications 2026 – Complete List
| Notif. No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Application Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/2026 | Group-I Services (Deputy Collector, DSP, AAO, Commercial Tax Officer & more) | 163 | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 08/2026 | Assistant Environmental Engineer (AEE) – AP Pollution Control Board | 40 | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 09/2026 | Assistant Director (Economics & Statistical Service) | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 10/2026 | Assistant Director (Tribal Welfare) | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 11/2026 | Assistant Director (Forensic Science Laboratory) | 8 | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 12/2026 | Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) / Institutional Probation Officer (IPO) | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 13/2026 | Supervisor Grade-I (Women Development & Child Welfare) | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 14/2026 | Inspector of Factories | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 15/2026 | Draughtsman Grade-II | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 16/2026 | Forest Range Officer | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 17/2026 | Forest Section Officer | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 18/2026 | Forest Beat Officer | To be notified | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 19/2026 | Horticulture Officer (AP Horticulture Service) | 37 | 06 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 |
| 20/2026 | Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) | 196 | 13 Oct – 02 Nov 2026 |
| 21/2026 | Analyst Grade-II (AP State Forensic Science Lab) | To be notified | 16 Oct – 05 Nov 2026 |
| 22/2026 | English/Telugu Reporters (AP Legislature) | To be notified | 16 Oct – 05 Nov 2026 |
| 23/2026 | Executive Officer Grade-III (AP Endowments) | To be notified | 16 Oct – 05 Nov 2026 |
| 24/2026 | Industrial Promotion Officer | To be notified | 16 Oct – 05 Nov 2026 |
| 25/2026 | Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II | To be notified | 16 Oct – 05 Nov 2026 |
| 26/2026 | Assistant Social Welfare Officer | To be notified | 16 Oct – 05 Nov 2026 |
| Total (confirmed + provisional) | 892+ | ||
⚠️ All vacancies are provisional and subject to variation. Detailed Notifications with exact vacancy breakup, community reservation, and eligibility conditions will be published separately on or before application opening date at psc.ap.gov.in.
Application Schedule – Phase-wise
| Phase | Notifications | Apply Opens | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Notif. 07 to 19 (Group-I, AEE, Forest, Horticulture, AD posts etc.) | 06 October 2026 | 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Phase 2 | Notif. 20 (ASO – 196 posts) | 13 October 2026 | 02 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Phase 3 | Notif. 21 to 26 (Analyst, EO Grade-III, Reporters, IPO etc.) | 16 October 2026 | 05 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Key Posts Highlighted
🔑 Group-I Services (Notif. 07/2026) — 163 Posts
The most prestigious APPSC recruitment includes posts of Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Assistant Audit Officer, Commercial Tax Officer, and other Grade-A/B posts. 163 vacancies (provisional). Graduate degree required. Apply: 06–27 October 2026. Screening Test date to be announced in Detailed Notification.
⚡ AEE – AP Pollution Control Board (Notif. 08/2026) — 40 Posts
Assistant Environmental Engineer for AP Pollution Control Board (APPCB). 40 vacancies. Engineering/Environmental discipline degree required. Apply: 06–27 October 2026. Screening Test: 13 December 2026 (tentative). Mains: 31 January 2027 (tentative).
📊 Assistant Statistical Officer (Notif. 20/2026) — 196 Posts
The largest single notification — 196 ASO posts in AP Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service. Apply: 13 October – 02 November 2026.
🌿 Horticulture Officer (Notif. 19/2026) — 37 Posts
Horticulture Officer in AP Horticulture Service. 37 vacancies. 4-year B.Sc. Degree in Horticulture or equivalent required. Apply: 06–27 October 2026.
🌲 Forest Recruitment — 3 Notifications
Forest Range Officer (Notif. 16/2026), Forest Section Officer (Notif. 17/2026), Forest Beat Officer (Notif. 18/2026). Vacancies to be confirmed in Detailed Notifications. Apply: 06–27 October 2026.
Eligibility – General Conditions
- Age: 18–42 years for most posts (administrative/executive). As per each notification for technical/uniformed posts.
- Nationality: Indian citizens only
- Local candidate status: As per AP Local Candidate rules — must have studied for 4+ years in AP
- Qualification: Varies by post — Graduate degree for Group-I, relevant Engineering degree for AEE, B.Sc. Horticulture for Horticulture Officer, etc. Exact qualifications in Detailed Notifications.
- Telugu knowledge: Mandatory for most posts
How to Apply
- Visit portal-psc.ap.gov.in on/after the application opening date
- Register with valid Email ID and Mobile Number (One-Time Registration)
- Select the notification you wish to apply for
- Fill in personal, educational details and upload required documents
- Pay application fee online as per category
- Submit before the respective last date for each notification
- Download and print the application receipt
FAQs
Q1. How many posts in APPSC Recruitment 2026 (September notifications)?
A total of 892+ provisional vacancies across 20 notifications released on 15 September 2026, covering Group-I Services, AEE, ASO, Horticulture Officer, Forest officers, Welfare officers, and more.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for APPSC September 2026 notifications?
Applications close in 3 phases — 27 October 2026 (Phase 1, Notif. 07–19), 02 November 2026 (Phase 2, Notif. 20 ASO), and 05 November 2026 (Phase 3, Notif. 21–26). Online applications open from 06 October 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for APPSC Group-I 2026?
18–42 years for most Group-I and administrative posts. Age relaxation as per AP Govt rules for SC/ST/BC/PwBD/Ex-SM candidates.
Q4. When will detailed notifications be released?
Detailed Notifications with exact vacancy breakup, qualification details, community reservation, and exam schedule will be published on or before 06 October 2026 at psc.ap.gov.in.
Q5. Which is the biggest recruitment in APPSC September 2026?
Assistant Statistical Officer (Notif. 20/2026) with 196 posts is the largest single notification, followed by Group-I Services (163 posts) and AEE Pollution Control Board (40 posts).
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