APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026: 163 Vacancies, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date & How to Apply
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 brief notification for 163 provisional vacancies across 13 Group-I Services posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 6 October 2026 to 27 October 2026 at psc.ap.gov.in. Selection includes a Screening Test, Main Written Examination and Interview.
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Oct 27, 2026
Deadline: Oct 27, 2026 · Last date approaching
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
Introduction to APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Brief Notification No. 07/2026 for direct recruitment to 163 provisional vacancies under Group-I Services. The recruitment includes prominent administrative and executive posts such as Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil), District Educational Officer, Regional Transport Officer, Deputy Registrar and Divisional Development Officer.
The APPSC Group 1 online application process will begin on 6 October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit applications through the Commission's website until 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM. Candidates should read the Detailed Notification, which APPSC has stated will be made available on or before 6 October 2026, before submitting the application.
Applicants can also follow the latest govt jobs notifications for updates regarding the detailed notification, Screening Test date, hall ticket and examination schedule.
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) Overview
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission is the constitutional recruitment body responsible for conducting examinations and selections for various civil services and government posts in Andhra Pradesh. APPSC Group-I Services include senior administrative, police, revenue, education, transport, audit, treasury, cooperative and local-government positions in the State.
APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 Overview
The recruitment covers 163 provisional vacancies across 13 Group-I post categories. The vacancies are subject to variation after confirmation by the concerned departments.
APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 At a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification No. | 07/2026 dated 15/09/2026 |
| Recruitment | Group-I Services |
| Total Vacancies | 163 provisional vacancies |
| Number of Post Categories | 13 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Selection Process | Screening Test → Main Written Examination → Interview |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Important Note
The notification currently released by APPSC is a Brief Notification. The Commission will publish the Detailed Notification containing the complete vacancy breakup, age conditions, community-wise reservations and other application instructions on or before 6 October 2026.
APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 6 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test Date | will be updated |
| Main Examination Date | will be updated |
| Interview Date | will be updated |
APPSC has stated that the date of the Detailed Notification will be treated as the crucial date for eligibility conditions.
APPSC Group 1 Vacancy 2026
APPSC has announced 163 provisional vacancies. The highest number of vacancies is for Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) with 36 posts, followed by Divisional Development Officer with 35 posts.
| Post Code | Name of Post | Vacancies | Scale of Pay (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Deputy Collectors in A.P. Civil Service (Executive Branch) | 11 | 61,960 - 1,51,370 |
| 02 | Assistant Commissioner of State Tax in A.P. State Tax Service | 14 | 61,960 - 1,51,370 |
| 03 | Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil), Category-II in A.P. Police Service | 36 | 61,960 - 1,51,370 |
| 04 | DSP (Communications) in A.P. Police Service | 03 | 61,960 - 1,51,370 |
| 05 | District Educational Officer in A.P. Educational Service | 14 | 61,960 - 1,51,370 |
| 06 | Regional Transport Officer in A.P. Transport Service | 03 | 57,100 - 1,47,760 |
| 07 | District Tribal Welfare Officer in A.P. Tribal Welfare Service | 01 | 57,100 - 1,47,760 |
| 08 | Deputy Registrar in A.P. Cooperative Service | 15 | 57,100 - 1,47,760 |
| 09 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II in A.P. Municipal Administration Service | 12 | 54,060 - 1,40,540 |
| 10 | Assistant Treasury Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer in A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service | 02 | 54,060 - 1,40,540 |
| 11 | District Employment Officer in A.P. Employment Exchange Service | 03 | 54,060 - 1,40,540 |
| 12 | Assistant Audit Officer in A.P. State Audit Service | 14 | 54,060 - 1,40,540 |
| 13 | Divisional Development Officer in A.P. Panchayat Raj Service | 35 | 65,360 - 1,54,980 |
| Total | 163 | - | |
The vacancy numbers are provisional and may change after final confirmation from the respective departments.
APPSC Group 1 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification as on the date of the Detailed Notification. The qualification is common for most posts, while DSP (Communications) has a separate engineering qualification.
APPSC Group 1 Educational Qualification
| Post Code | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| 01 to 03 and 05 to 13 | A Bachelor's Degree from a university established or incorporated by or under 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, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering or Radio Engineering from a recognised university/institution, or an equivalent qualification. |
For Post Codes 03 and 04, candidates must also satisfy the physical requirements that will be specified in the Detailed Notification.
APPSC Group 1 Age Limit 2026
The Brief Notification dated 15 September 2026 does not provide the complete post-wise minimum and maximum age limits. APPSC has stated that age and other eligibility conditions will be provided in the Detailed Notification.
Age Limit Status
Will be updated after publication of the APPSC Group 1 Detailed Notification 2026.
The date of the Detailed Notification will be treated as the crucial date for determining eligibility.
APPSC Group 1 Application Fee 2026
APPSC Group 1 Application Fee 2026
The APPSC Group 1 application requires an application processing fee of Rs. 250. General candidates are also required to pay an examination fee of Rs. 120, making the total fee Rs. 370. Certain categories are exempted from the examination fee, subject to the conditions specified by APPSC.
| Category | Application Fee | Exam Fee |
|---|---|---|
| UR | Rs. 250 | Rs. 120 |
| SC, ST, BC, PH & Ex-Service Men | Rs. 250 | Exempted |
| Residents of Andhra Pradesh | Rs. 250 | Exempted |
| Unemployed Youth as per G.O.M. No. 439 GA | Rs. 250 | Exempted |
APPSC Group 1 Salary 2026
The APPSC Group 1 salary varies by post. The notified basic pay scales range from Rs 54,060 - 1,40,540 to Rs 65,360 - 1,54,980.
| Pay Scale | Applicable Posts |
|---|---|
| Rs 61,960 - 1,51,370 | Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, DSP (Civil), DSP (Communications), District Educational Officer |
| Rs 57,100 - 1,47,760 | Regional Transport Officer, District Tribal Welfare Officer, Deputy Registrar |
| Rs 54,060 - 1,40,540 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II, Assistant Treasury Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer, District Employment Officer, Assistant Audit Officer |
| Rs 65,360 - 1,54,980 | Divisional Development Officer |
APPSC Group 1 Selection Process 2026
The APPSC Group-I selection process includes the following stages:
- Screening Test / Preliminary Examination - Objective type, OMR-based examination conducted in offline mode.
- Main Written Examination - Descriptive examination.
- Interview - Carries 75 marks.
The Screening Test is used for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination. Final merit is based on the five merit papers of the Main Examination together with Interview marks.
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Pattern 2026
The Screening Test consists of two objective papers. Each paper carries 120 marks and has a duration of 120 minutes.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies - History & Culture; Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations; Indian & Andhra Pradesh Economy and Planning; Geography | 120 | 120 Minutes | 120 |
| Paper II | General Aptitude - General Mental Ability, Administrative & Psychological Abilities; Science & Technology; Current Events of Regional, National and International Importance | 120 | 120 Minutes | 120 |
| Total | 240 | 240 Minutes | 240 | |
Negative Marking
For every incorrect answer in the Screening Test, 1/3rd of the marks prescribed for that question will be deducted.
APPSC Group 1 Mains Exam Pattern 2026
The Main Examination is descriptive. Telugu and English are qualifying papers, while Papers I to V are counted for merit.
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifying | Telugu | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Qualifying | English | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper I | General Essay | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper II | History, Culture and Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper III | Polity, Constitution, Governance, Law and Ethics | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper IV | Economy and Development of India and Andhra Pradesh | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper V | Science, Technology and Environmental Issues | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| - | Interview | - | 75 |
The five merit papers contribute 750 marks, while the Interview carries 75 marks. Thus, the final merit component totals 825 marks. Telugu and English papers are qualifying in nature.
APPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2026
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Syllabus
Paper I - General Studies broadly covers:
- History and Culture of India and Andhra Pradesh
- Indian Constitution and Polity
- Social Justice and International Relations
- Indian Economy and Andhra Pradesh Economy
- Planning and Development
- Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh
Paper II - General Aptitude broadly covers:
- Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
- Numerical Ability and Data Interpretation
- Administrative and Psychological Abilities
- Science and Technology
- Information and Communication Technology
- Space and Defence Technology
- Energy and Environmental Issues
- Current Events of Regional, National and International Importance
APPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus
| Paper | Main Areas |
|---|---|
| General Essay | Current affairs, socio-political, socio-economic, socio-environmental, cultural, historical and civic-awareness themes |
| Paper II | History and Culture of India and Andhra Pradesh; Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh |
| Paper III | Indian Polity, Constitution, Public Administration, Governance, Law and Ethics |
| Paper IV | Indian Economy, Andhra Pradesh Economy and Development |
| Paper V | Science, Technology and Environmental Issues |
How to Apply for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the official APPSC website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
- Visit the APPSC official website at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Open the APPSC Group-I Services Recruitment 2026 section.
- Read the Detailed Notification and application instructions carefully.
- Complete or use the required APPSC online registration/profile details.
- Select the Group-I recruitment application link.
- Enter personal, educational and other required information correctly.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature as instructed.
- Pay the prescribed fee, if applicable, after the fee details are announced.
- Review the application carefully and submit it.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
APPSC specifically advises applicants to submit their forms well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical problems.
APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Available from 6 October 2026 |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
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Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Oct 27, 2026
Deadline: Oct 27, 2026 · Last date approaching
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