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APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out For 196 Posts, Apply Online Starts

The APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 notification has been released under Notification No. 20/2026 for 196 Assistant Statistical Officer vacancies in the A.P. Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service. The online application process started on 13 October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 2 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM. Candidates can check the notification, eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus and salary details below.

APPSC ASO Notification 2026 Out

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) released the detailed notification for Assistant Statistical Officer Recruitment 2026 on 13 October 2026. The notification provides information about vacancies, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, examination pattern, syllabus and selection requirements.

APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026

Candidates can check the key details of the APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer Recruitment 2026 below.

Particulars Details
Organization Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Post Name Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO)
Advt No. 20/2026
Total Vacancies 196
Notification Release Date 15 September 2026
Application Mode Online
Apply Online Dates 13 October 2026 to 02 November 2026 (up to 11:59 P.M.)
Selection Process Screening Test → Main Examination
Job Location Andhra Pradesh
Official Website www.psc.ap.gov.in

APPSC ASO Vacancy 2026

APPSC has announced 196 provisional vacancies for Assistant Statistical Officers in the A.P. Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service.

S.No Post Name No. of Vacancies Scale of Pay (Rs.)
14 Assistant Statistical Officer in A.P. Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service 196 37,640 – 1,15,500

APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

The APPSC ASO application process began on 13 October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their application forms until 2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates should keep their One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) details, educational certificates, photograph, signature and other required documents ready before completing the application.

How to Apply Online for APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online for the APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2026 through the official APPSC portal. Follow the steps below to complete the application process successfully:

  1. Visit the official APPSC website www.psc.ap.gov.in
  2. Complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new user. Existing users can log in using their OTPR ID and password.
  3. Click on the APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 application link available on the homepage.
  4. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and communication details.
  5. Upload the required documents, including your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and other prescribed certificates in the specified format.
  6. Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes, if applicable.
  7. Review all the entered details carefully before submitting the application form.
  8. Submit the application and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.

APPSC ASO Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification and age requirements to apply for the Assistant Statistical Officer post.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with Statistics as one of the main subjects, or one of the following prescribed degree combinations:

  • A bachelor’s degree with Statistics as one of the main subjects.
  • A bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a main subject, with Statistics studied as a paper in one or more years of the course.
  • A bachelor’s degree with Economics as a main subject, with Statistics studied as a paper in one or more years of the course.
  • A bachelor’s degree with Commerce as a main subject, with Statistics studied as a paper in one or more years of the course.
  • A bachelor’s degree with Computer Science as a main subject, with Statistics studied as a paper in one or more years of the course.

APPSC ASO Age Limit 2026

The age limit for APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 is calculated as of 1 July 2026.

Particulars Age Limit
Minimum Age 18 years
Maximum Age 44 years
Age Calculation Date 1 July 2026

Age Relaxation

Eligible candidates can claim age relaxation according to the applicable government rules.

Category Age Relaxation
SC/ST/BC/EWS 5 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities 10 years
Ex-Servicemen As prescribed under the applicable service rules
NCC Instructors As prescribed under the applicable service rules
Eligible Regular AP State Government Employees Deduction of qualifying regular service, up to 5 years
Eligible Retrenched Temporary Employees of the State Census Department 3 years

AP Government Upper Age Limit Increased to 44 Years

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has increased the upper age limit for direct recruitment to Non-Uniform Services from 42 years to 44 years. As per G.O.Ms.No.187 released on 14 September 2026, the relaxation has been extended up to 30 September 2027. The revised age limit will apply to recruitments conducted through APPSC and other recruiting agencies.

Age Relaxation Notice

APPSC ASO Application Fee 2026

Candidates must pay the application processing fee and examination fee while submitting the online application.

Fee Particulars Amount
Application Processing Fees ₹250
Examination Fee ₹80
Total Fee ₹330

The examination fee of ₹80 is exempted for eligible SC, ST, BC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, qualifying White Card holders, and eligible unemployed youth, subject to notification conditions. Other-state candidates must pay the prescribed fee and cannot claim AP reservation benefits. Fees must be paid online and are non-refundable and non-adjustable.

APPSC ASO Selection Process 2026

The APPSC ASO selection process consists of a single-level online written examination followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). There will be no Screening Test, irrespective of the number of applications received.

  • Single-Level Written Examination (CBRT)
  • Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)

The written examination will be conducted in online CBRT mode, and there will be no screening test. If the written examination is conducted in multiple sessions, APPSC may apply normalization to the marks. Candidates must also qualify in the practical Computer Proficiency Test.

APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer Exam Pattern 2026

The written examination will be conducted online at degree standard. It consists of two papers carrying a total of 300 marks.

Written Examination Pattern

Paper Subject Questions Duration Maximum Marks
Paper-I General Studies & Mental Ability 150 150 Minutes 150
Paper-II Economics, Accounting, Computers & Statistics 150 150 Minutes 150
Total — 300 300 Minutes 300

Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)

Candidates qualifying in the written examination will have to appear for the practical Computer Proficiency Test. The CPT consists of Part-A (20% marks) covering computer fundamentals and Part-B (80% marks) covering practical skills in word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software.

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for O.C., 35% for B.C., and 30% for SC/ST/PBD candidates.

APPSC ASO Syllabus 2026

The APPSC ASO syllabus covers General Studies, Mental Ability, Economics, Accounting, Computers and Statistics.

Paper Syllabus
Paper I General Studies, Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, Mental Ability, Reasoning, Data Interpretation
Paper II Economics, Accounting, Computer Fundamentals, Statistics, Indian Economy, National Income, Financial Accounting, Statistical Methods, Correlation, Regression, Time Series, Index Numbers

APPSC ASO Salary 2026

Selected candidates for the Assistant Statistical Officer post will receive salary under the prescribed pay scale of ₹37,640–₹1,15,500, as per RPS 2022. Applicable allowances and benefits will be provided under Andhra Pradesh Government rules.

Particulars Details
Post Assistant Statistical Officer
Pay Scale ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500
Pay Revision RPS 2022
Basic Pay ₹37,640
Maximum Pay ₹1,15,500
Allowances As per AP Government rules
Job Location Andhra Pradesh
Also check
APPSC ASO Syllabus

FAQs

When will the APPSC ASO Notification 2026 be released?

The notification has been released by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission on its official website on 15 September 2026.

How many vacancies are expected in APPSC ASO 2026?

Total 196 vacancies for Assistant Statistical Officer posts have been released.

What is the selection process for APPSC ASO 2026?

The selection process includes a written exam and CPT.

What is the educational qualification required for APPSC ASO?

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree with Statistics as a main subject or meet one of the prescribed degree combinations involving Mathematics, Economics, Commerce or Computer Science with Statistics.

What is the salary of an APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer?

The prescribed pay scale is ₹37,640–₹1,15,500 under RPS 2022, along with applicable allowances.

What is the total number of marks in the APPSC ASO written examination?

The written examination carries 300 marks, with 150 marks each for Paper I and Paper II.

What is the application fee for APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026?

The stated application processing fee is ₹250 and the examination fee is ₹80, making the total ₹330 before applicable exemptions.

What is the last date to apply for APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 2 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.

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