What subjects are included in Paper II?

Paper II includes Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Industrial Management, Industrial Engineering and Fundamentals of Computer Science.

What is the level of Paper II?

Paper II is based on the Diploma Standard syllabus.

How many questions are there in the APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer written exam?

There are 300 questions in total, with 150 questions in each paper.

Is there negative marking in the APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer exam?

Yes. One-third of the marks prescribed for the question is deducted for each wrong answer.

Is there a Computer Proficiency Test?

Yes. The selection scheme includes a Computer Proficiency Test of 100 marks with a duration of 60 minutes.

APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Syllabus 2026, Check Exam Pattern & Important Topics Here

Q: What is the APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Syllabus 2026?

The syllabus consists of General Studies & Mental Ability in Paper I and Applied Science, Engineering and Management in Paper II.

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The APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Syllabus 2026 is important for candidates preparing for the Industrial Promotion Officer examination under the A.P. Industries Subordinate Service. APPSC has released Notification No. 24/2026 for the post, and the syllabus includes General Studies & Mental Ability along with Applied Science, Engineering, and Management.

The written exam has two papers of 150 marks each, followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). This article covers the complete syllabus, exam pattern, important topics, PDF details, and a simple preparation strategy.

APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Syllabus 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Exam 2026
Conducting Body	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Post	Industrial Promotion Officer
Service	A.P. Industries Subordinate Service
Written Exam	Objective Type
Total Papers	2
Paper I	General Studies & Mental Ability
Paper II	Applied Science, Engineering and Management
Paper II Level	Diploma Standard
Total Questions	300
Total Marks	300
Negative Marking	1/3 mark prescribed for the question is deducted for each wrong answer
CPT	Computer Proficiency Test

APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Syllabus PDF 2026

Candidates can download the APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Syllabus PDF 2026 from the link provided below. The PDF can be saved for preparation and used to track the topics completed during revision.

APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Exam Pattern 2026

The written examination is objective type and consists of two papers. Paper I is based on General Studies & Mental Ability, while Paper II covers Applied Science, Engineering and Management at Diploma Standard

Paper	Subject	Questions	Duration	Marks
Paper I	General Studies & Mental Ability	150	150 Minutes	150
Paper II	Applied Science, Engineering and Management	150	150 Minutes	150
Total	—	300	300 Minutes	300

APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Paper I Syllabus 2026

Paper I covers General Studies and Mental Ability. Candidates should prepare both Andhra Pradesh-specific topics and broader national-level subjects.

Subject	Important Topics
Current Affairs	International, National and Andhra Pradesh current events
General Science	General Science and its applications
Science & Technology	Science, Technology and Information Technology
Indian History	History of India, Andhra Pradesh focus, Indian National Movement
Geography	Geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh
Indian Polity	Constitution, Political System and Governance
Indian Economy	Indian Economy and Planning
Environment	Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection
Disaster Management	Disaster-related concepts and management
Mental Ability	Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
Data Analysis	Data Analysis and Interpretation

APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Paper II Syllabus 2026

Paper II covers Applied Science, Engineering and Management at Diploma level. The main subjects and important topics are given below.

Subject	Important Topics
Mathematics	Number System, HCF & LCM, Logarithms, Algebra, Quadratic Equations, Simultaneous Equations, Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics
Physics	Units & Dimensions, Vectors, Dynamics, Friction, Work, Power & Energy, Simple Harmonic Motion, Heat, Thermodynamics, Sound, Properties of Matter, Electricity & Magnetism, Modern Physics
Chemistry	Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Solutions, Acids & Bases, Metallurgy, Electrochemistry, Corrosion, Water Technology, Polymers, Fuels, Chemistry in Daily Life, Environmental Studies
Industrial Management	Industrial Management, Organisation Structure & Behaviour, Production Management, Materials Management, Maintenance Management, Industrial Safety, Entrepreneurship Development, MIS, TQM, ISO
Industrial Engineering	Work Study, Method Study, Time Study, Wage & Incentive Plans, Statistical Quality Control, Control Charts, Acceptance Sampling, Six Sigma
Computer Applications & Basics	Computer Fundamentals, Operating Systems, Internet, E-Mail, E-Commerce, Computer Networks, Database Management, DTP, E-Governance, Computer Viruses

APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer CPT 2026

The Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) is a practical test covering computer and office automation skills. It carries 100 marks and has a duration of 60 minutes.