APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026: 166 Vacancies, Eligibility, Last Date & Exam
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Group-I Services Recruitment Notification No. 07/2026, dated 6 October 2026, for 166 vacancies across 13 categories of posts. The vacancies include Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), District Educational Officer and other administrative posts.
Eligible candidates can submit applications online through the official APPSC website from 6 October to 27 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM. The screening test is scheduled for 24 January 2027. Applicants should check the post-wise qualifications, age limits, physical standards and local reservation rules before applying.
APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Notification | 07/2026, dated 06/10/2026 |
| Recruitment | Group-I Services |
| Vacancies | 166 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test | 24 January 2027 |
| Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification | 6 October 2026 |
| Application Start | 6 October 2026 |
| Application Closing | 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test | 24 January 2027 |
| Main Examination | Dates to be announced |
Post-wise Vacancy and Salary Details
The following figures are taken from the detailed notification. The salary ranges are the notified pay scales, not monthly take-home salaries.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | 12 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| Assistant Commissioner of State Tax | 14 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| DSP (Civil) | 36* | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| DSP (Communications) | 3 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| District Educational Officer | 14 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| Regional Transport Officer | 3 | 57,100–1,47,760 |
| District Tribal Welfare Officer | 1 | 57,100–1,47,760 |
| Deputy Registrar, Cooperative Service | 16* | 57,100–1,47,760 |
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-II | 12 | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| Assistant Treasury Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer | 2 | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| District Employment Officer | 3* | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| Assistant Audit Officer | 15 | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| Divisional Development Officer | 35 | 65,360–1,54,980 |
| Total | 166 | — |
*Includes carried-forward vacancies: DSP (Civil) 3, Deputy Registrar 1 and District Employment Officer 1. These are already included in the respective post totals.
Vacancies may change if the departments report revisions and APPSC issues an addendum.
Educational Qualifications
Most Group-I posts require a bachelor's degree from a recognised university or an accepted equivalent qualification. However, applicants must check the qualification specified for their chosen post.
- Post Codes 01–03 and 05–13: A recognised degree or equivalent qualification, subject to the exact wording for each post in the notification.
- Post Code 04 — DSP (Communications): B.E./B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering or Radio Engineering, or an accepted equivalent qualification.
The required qualification must have been obtained by the date of the detailed notification, 6 October 2026.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026.
| Posts | Advertised Age |
|---|---|
| DSP (Civil), Code 03 | 21–30 years |
| DSP (Communications), Code 04 | 18–30 years |
| All other listed posts | 18–44 years |
The notification provides age relaxations, including five years for eligible SC, ST, BC and EWS applicants and ten years for eligible persons with benchmark disabilities, subject to the relevant rules and post-specific conditions. Other eligible categories should consult Paragraph 5 of the notification.
Physical Standards for DSP Posts
Physical and medical standards apply to both DSP (Civil) and DSP (Communications). The notification states the following basic measurements:
| Candidate Category | Minimum Standard |
|---|---|
| Men — General | 167.6 cm height; 86.3 cm chest on full inspiration; 5 cm expansion |
| Men — ST | 164 cm height; 83.8 cm chest; 5 cm expansion |
| Women | 152.5 cm height; 45.5 kg weight |
Note: Separate vision and medical fitness standards apply. Applicants for DSP posts must read the complete physical requirements in the official notification and Annexure-V.
Application Fee
Paragraph 9 of the supplied detailed notification specifies an application-processing fee of ₹250. It also provides examination-fee exemptions for eligible categories, including SC, ST, BC, persons with benchmark disabilities, ex-servicemen and certain eligible Andhra Pradesh white-card holders and unemployed youth.
Fee verification notice: The examination-fee amount is not clearly displayed in the supplied PDF text. Applicants should confirm the applicable total payable amount and exemption on the official APPSC application/payment screen before proceeding. The application-processing fee and examination-fee exemption should not be confused.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection involves an objective screening test, a descriptive main examination and an interview.
Screening Test — 24 January 2027
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 120 | 120 | 120 min |
| General Aptitude | 120 | 120 | 120 min |
There is a negative marking penalty of one-third of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer.
Main Examination and Interview
The mains consists of qualifying Telugu and English papers, five descriptive merit papers worth 150 marks each, and an interview worth 75 marks. The total merit assessment is 825 marks.
The Telugu and English qualifying-paper marks are not counted in the final merit total. The main examination dates will be announced separately.
Local Reservation Rules
Local reservation applies to the specified multi-zonal and zonal posts under the Andhra Pradesh Presidential Order, 2025. The notification provides a 95% local reservation benefit in the applicable cadres. DSP (Communications), Post Code 04, is a state-cadre exception.
Candidates claiming local status must provide the prescribed study or residence certificates. Applicants from other states should not assume that they qualify for Andhra Pradesh community-reservation benefits.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if registering for the first time.
- Log in using the OTPR ID and password.
- Open Online Application Submission and select Notification No. 07/2026.
- Check the prefilled details and enter the required post preferences, local status and examination-centre choices.
- Review all information carefully and select Save & Submit.
- Complete the applicable online payment process.
- Download and retain the submitted application PDF and payment reference.
Important: Simply saving the form does not complete the application. The submission and payment process must be completed successfully.
APPSC provides a limited correction window for certain fields after the application deadline, with a fee of ₹100 per correction. Changes to name, fee and age-relaxation fields are not permitted. Candidates should avoid relying on the correction window.
Official Links
| Resource | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Notifications | View APPSC Notifications |
| Apply Online / OTPR | APPSC Official Website |
On the recruitment-notifications page, look for Notification No. 07/2026 — Direct Recruitment to Group-I Services, dated 06/10/2026 to access the original detailed PDF.
Disclaimer: PediaWikiBlog.com is an independent educational and recruitment information website. It is not affiliated with APPSC or the Government of Andhra Pradesh. This article summarises Notification No. 07/2026 for general information. The official notification, corrigenda and instructions issued by APPSC take precedence.
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