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APPSC Group I Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 166 Assistant Audit Officer, DSP and More Posts

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Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission

CategoryState Govt Jobs
StateAndhra Pradesh
QualificationAny Bachelors Degree, B.Tech/B.E
Total Vacancies166
Post Name(s)Assistant Audit Officer, DSP and More
Age Limit 18 - 44 yrs
Pay ScaleRs. 54,060 to Rs. 1,54,980
Application Fee₹120 / ₹250
Start Date06 Oct 2026
Last Date27 Oct 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 07/2026 for the recruitment of 166 posts under Group-I Services.

Key Overview & Dates

Event / Parameter Details
Notification Number Notification No. 07/2026
Notification Date October 06, 2026
Application Start Date October 06, 2026
Last Date to Apply October 27, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
Screening Test Date (Prelims) January 24, 2027 (Tentative, Offline OMR)
Application Mode Online via psc.ap.gov.in

Vacancy Breakdown (166 Posts)

Post Code Post Name / Department Vacancies
01 Deputy Collector in A.P. Civil Service 12
02 Assistant Commissioner of State Tax 14
03 Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil), Cat-II 36
04 DSP (Communications) in A.P. Police Service 03
05 District Educational Officer 14
06 Regional Transport Officer (RTO) 03
07 District Tribal Welfare Officer 01
08 Deputy Registrar in A.P. Cooperative Service 16
09 Municipal Commissioner Grade-II 12
10 Assistant Treasury Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer 02
11 District Employment Officer 03
12 Assistant Audit Officer 15
13 Divisional Development Officer (Panchayat Raj) 35
Total   166

Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from any UGC-recognized University in India as of the notification date (October 06, 2026). Specific technical posts may require relevant specialized degrees.

  • Age Limit (as of July 01, 2026):

    • General Range: 18 to 44 years for most administrative posts.

    • Police Posts (DSP Civil): 21 to 30 years.

    • DSP Communications: 18 to 30 years.

    • Age relaxations apply for SC/ST/BC/EWS (5 years) and PBD (10 years).

APPSC Group 1 Salary 2026

The pay scale varies by post, ranging from Rs. 54,060–1,40,540 to Rs. 65,360–1,54,980, as detailed in the post-wise vacancy table above. Posts such as Deputy Collector, Asst. Commissioner of State Tax, DSP (Civil & Communications), and District Educational Officer carry the highest scale of Rs. 61,960–1,51,370.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

  1. Screening Test (Prelims): Objective OMR-based test consisting of 2 papers (Paper I - General Studies, Paper II - General Aptitude, 120 marks each; total 240 marks) with 1/3rd negative marking.

  2. Main Written Examination: Conventional descriptive type exam.

  3. Interview / Personality Test: For candidates who clear the Main Examination.

APPSC Group 1 Main Examination (Descriptive Type)

Paper Subject Duration Marks
Qualifying Paper Telugu 180 minutes 150 (Qualifying)
Qualifying Paper English 180 minutes 150 (Qualifying)
Paper-I General Essay — contemporary themes/issues of regional, national and international importance 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 India and Andhra Pradesh Economy and Development 180 minutes 150
Paper-V Science, Technology and Environmental Issues 180 minutes 150
Interview Personality Test — 75
Total Marks 825

Appearance in all papers of the Main Written Examination is compulsory; absence in any paper automatically disqualifies the candidature. The Telugu and English papers are qualifying in nature, and marks secured are not counted for merit. Minimum qualifying marks for Telugu & English are 40% for OC/Sports Persons/EWS, 35% for BCs, and 30% for SC/ST/PBD. All papers except Telugu & English may be answered in English, Telugu, or Urdu, as chosen by the candidate, but the medium chosen must be used consistently across all five papers.

APPSC Group 1 Minimum Qualifying Marks (Aggregate)

Category Minimum Qualifying Marks (Aggregate)
OC, Sportspersons & EWS 40%
Backward Class 35%
SCs, STs & PBDs 30%

Mere securing of minimum qualifying marks does not confer any right to the candidate for being considered for selection.

Application Fee

  • Processing Fee: ₹250 (mandatory for all applicants)

  • Examination Fee: ₹120 (exemptions applicable as per government norms for reserved categories)

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official website: psc.ap.gov.in.

  2. Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if applying for the first time.

  3. Log in using your OTPR ID and select Notification No. 07/2026.

  4. Fill in local status, post preferences, and qualifications.

  5. Complete payment and click Save & Submit before October 27, 2026 (11:59 PM).

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