APPSC has released the new notification for APPSC Group-I Recruitment 2026 for 163 provisional vacancies across 13 posts. The online application process will be conducted from 06/10/2026 to 27/10/2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, psc.ap.gov.in
PPSC Group-I Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification No. | 07/2026, dated 15/09/2026 |
| Post Name | Group-I Services (13 post categories) |
| Total Vacancies | 163 (provisional) |
| Application Mode | Online only, via https://psc.ap.gov.in |
| Application Start Date | 06/10/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27/10/2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Detailed Notification | Available on the Commission’s website on or before 06/10/2026 |
| Selection Process | Screening Test → Mains (Written) → Interview |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Group-I Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of the following dates as per the brief notification. The Screening Test date will be announced separately in the Detailed Notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification Release | 15/09/2026 |
| Detailed Notification Availability | On or before 06/10/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 06/10/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 27/10/2026, up to 11:59 PM |
APPSC Group-I Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Details
The table below lists the 13 post categories notified under APPSC Group-I Recruitment 2026, along with the provisional number of vacancies and the applicable pay scale for each post. The Commission has stated that these vacancy numbers may vary once confirmed by the concerned departments.
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Deputy Collector, A.P. Civil Service (Executive Branch) | 11 | 61,960-1,51,370 |
| 02 | Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, A.P. State Tax Service | 14 | 61,960-1,51,370 |
| 03 | Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil), Category-II, A.P. Police Service | 36 | 61,960-1,51,370 |
| 04 | DSP (Communications), A.P. Police Service | 03 | 61,960-1,51,370 |
| 05 | District Educational Officer, A.P. Educational Service | 14 | 61,960-1,51,370 |
| 06 | Regional Transport Officer, A.P. Transport Service | 03 | 57,100-1,47,760 |
| 07 | District Tribal Welfare Officer, A.P. Tribal Welfare Service | 01 | 57,100-1,47,760 |
| 08 | Deputy Registrar, A.P. Cooperative Service | 15 | 57,100-1,47,760 |
| 09 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II, A.P. Municipal Administration Service | 12 | 54,060-1,40,540 |
| 10 | Assistant Treasury Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer, A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service | 02 | 54,060-1,40,540 |
| 11 | District Employment Officer, A.P. Employment Exchange Service | 03 | 54,060-1,40,540 |
| 12 | Assistant Audit Officer, A.P. State Audit Service | 14 | 54,060-1,40,540 |
| 13 | Divisional Development Officer, A.P. Panchayat Raj Service | 35 | 65,360-1,54,980 |
| Total | 163 | – | |
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APPSC Group-I Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must possess the required educational qualification as on the date of the Detailed Notification. Eligibility differs slightly for one post, as shown below.
APPSC Group-I Qualification
| Post Codes | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| 01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13 | Bachelor’s Degree from any recognised university in India (established/incorporated by a Central Act, State Act or Provincial Act, or an institution recognised by the University Grants Commission) or an equivalent qualification. |
| 04 (DSP Communications) | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, or Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, or Radio Engineering from a recognised university/institution, or an equivalent qualificatio |
APPSC Group-I Selection Process
Selection for APPSC Group-I Services consists of three stages: a Screening Test, a Mains (Written) Examination, and an Interview.
Screening Test (Preliminary, Objective Type)
The Screening Test is held offline in OMR-based objective format and is used to shortlist candidates for the Mains examination.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies (History & Culture; Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations; Indian & AP Economy and Planning; Geography) | 120 | 120 minutes | 120 |
| Paper II | General Aptitude (Mental Ability, Administrative & Psychological Abilities; Science & Technology; Current Events) | 120 | 120 minutes | 120 |
Negative marking applies: 1/3rd of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
Mains Examination (Descriptive Type)
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | Telugu (Qualifying) | 180 minutes | 150 |
| – | English (Qualifying) | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper I | General Essay | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper II | History, Culture and Geography of India & Andhra Pradesh | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper III | Polity, Constitution, Governance, Law and Ethics | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper IV | Economy and Development of India & Andhra Pradesh | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper V | Science, Technology and Environmental Issues | 180 minutes | 150 |
