APPSC Group-1 Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Notification -163 AP Govt Jobs Online
Andhra Pradesh Govt Jobs 2026 – APPSC Group-1 Recruitment 2026 Exam Notification, Syllabus-Apply Online
APPSC Group-1 Recruitment 2026: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission APPSC has released a recruitment notification for the available 163 Group-1 jobs in Andhra Pradesh State. Candidates with the required Degree and other qualifications are eligible to apply for various Group-1 posts. The mode of application is online. APPSC Group-1 jobs online application link will be active from 06-10-2026 to 27-10-2026 through the official website of APPSC. APPSC Group-1 selection includes a Screening Test, Main Examination and Interview. APPSC Group-1 vacancy details, post-wise departments, qualifications, age limits, salary, exam pattern, syllabus and online application procedure are given below.
AP Government Jobs 2026 – APPSC Group-1 Recruitment Exam 2026 Notification, Registration Form
Important Dates for APPSC Group-1 Recruitment 2026:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Form Starting Date | 06-10-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27-10-2026 |
| Screening Test | Date will be announced in Detailed Notification |
| No. of Posts | 163 |
| Category | APPSC Govt Jobs 2026 |
| State Name | Andhra Pradesh |
| Post Name | Group-1 Services |
| Notification No. | 07/2026 |
| Notification Date | 15-09-2026 |
| Official Website | Psc.ap.gov.in |
Available Group-1 Vacancies in APPSC Notification 2026:
There are total 163 vacancies in this APPSC Group-1 Recruitment 2026. The vacancies are provisional and may be subject to variation after confirmation from the concerned Departments.
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Department/Service | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Deputy Collectors | A.P. Civil Service (Executive Branch) | 11 |
| 02 | Asst. Commissioner of State Tax | A.P. State Tax Service | 14 |
| 03 | Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) Category-II | A.P. Police Service | 36 |
| 04 | DSP (Communications) | A.P. Police Service | 03 |
| 05 | District Educational Officer | A.P. Educational Service | 14 |
| 06 | Regional Transport Officer | A.P. Transport Service | 03 |
| 07 | District Tribal Welfare Officer | A.P. Tribal Welfare Service | 01 |
| 08 | Deputy Registrar | A.P. Cooperative Service | 15 |
| 09 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II | A.P. Municipal Administration Service | 12 |
| 10 | Asst. Treasury Officer/Asst. Accounts Officer | A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service | 02 |
| 11 | District Employment Officer | A.P. Employment Exchange Service | 03 |
| 12 | Assistant Audit Officer | A.P. State Audit Service | 14 |
| 13 | Divisional Development Officer | A.P. Panchayat Raj Service | 35 |
| Total | 163 |
Qualifications for APPSC Group-1 Jobs 2026:
For Post Codes 01 to 03 and 05 to 13, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification. For Post Code 04 – DSP (Communications), candidates must possess B.E./B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering or Radio Engineering or an equivalent qualification. Physical requirements are applicable for Post Codes 03 and 04 as specified in the Detailed Notification.
Age Limits for APPSC Group-1 Posts:
The detailed notification will contain the prescribed age limits and other conditions. APPSC has stated that the Detailed Notification will be available on or before 06-10-2026 and that its date will be reckoned as the crucial date for all aspects.
APPSC Group-1 Jobs Salary:
The pay scale varies according to the Group-1 post. Deputy Collectors, Assistant Commissioners of State Tax, DSPs and District Educational Officers carry a pay scale of ₹61,960–₹1,51,370. Regional Transport Officers, District Tribal Welfare Officers and Deputy Registrars have a scale of ₹57,100–₹1,47,760. Other posts carry the respective scales shown in the vacancy table above.
APPSC Group-1 Jobs Selection Process:
Selection for APPSC Group-1 posts will be based on:
- Screening Test (Preliminary Examination)
- Main Examination
- Interview
The Screening Test will be conducted in offline, objective-type OMR mode. The date of the Screening Test will be announced in the Detailed Notification.
APPSC Group-1 Screening Test Exam Pattern:
The Group-1 Screening Test consists of two papers:
Paper-I – General Studies: 120 Questions – 120 Marks – 120 Minutes
Paper-II – General Aptitude: 120 Questions – 120 Marks – 120 Minutes
There is 1/3 negative marking for each wrong answer.
APPSC Group-1 Mains Exam Pattern:
The Main Examination consists of qualifying Telugu and English papers, followed by five descriptive papers. Each main paper carries 150 marks and 180 minutes. The Interview carries 75 marks, making the total 825 marks.
APPSC Group-1 Exam Syllabus:
The APPSC Group-1 syllabus covers History & Culture, Constitution and Polity, Indian and Andhra Pradesh Economy, Geography, General Aptitude, Science & Technology, Environmental Issues, General Essay, Governance, Law and Ethics and other topics. The detailed Screening Test and Main Examination syllabus is provided in the official notification.
[Download Prelims Exam Syllabus pdf here]
[Download Mains Exam Syllabus pdf here]
Application Fee for APPSC Group-1 Recruitment:
The application processing fee and examination fee will be provided in the Detailed Notification. Candidates should check the detailed notification before submitting the application.
How to Apply for APPSC Group-1 Jobs Recruitment 2026:
Apply online for the APPSC Group-1 vacancies through the official website of APPSC from 06-10-2026 to 27-10-2026 up to 11:59 PM. Candidates should read the Detailed Notification and instructions carefully before filling the online application form. Applications through any mode other than online will not be accepted.
[Download Notification and Exam Syllabus pdf here]
[Apply Online here]
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