The APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission for 11 posts in the A.P. Legislature Services. The recruitment includes 10 English Reporter posts and 1 Telugu Reporter post. The online application process will begin on 13 October 2026 and continue till 2 November 2026. Candidates can check the vacancy, eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, notification PDF and other details below.
APPSC Reporter Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates can check the vacancy, eligibility, important dates, exam pattern, syllabus, salary and application details below before applying.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Post Name | English Reporter and Telugu Reporter |
| Department | A.P. Legislature Services |
| Notification Number | 22/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 11 |
| English Reporter Vacancies | 10 |
| Telugu Reporter Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay Scale | ₹57,100-₹1,47,760 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Time | 11:59 PM |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBRT) |
| Screening Test | Not conducted |
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Notification PDF 2026
The APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Notification 2026 PDF provides the recruitment details for the 11 Reporter posts, including vacancies, educational qualifications, examination scheme and syllabus. The Detailed Notification containing the remaining recruitment conditions is scheduled to be available on or before 13 October 2026.
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Important Dates 2026
The APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Recruitment 2026 application dates have been announced in the brief notification. The Detailed Notification is scheduled to be available on or before 13 October 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification Release Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 13 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 13 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Time to Apply | 11:59 PM |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Vacancy 2026
The APPSC has announced 11 provisional vacancies for English and Telugu Reporters. Out of these, 10 vacancies are for English Reporters, including 7 regular vacancies and 3 CF vacancies, while 1 CF vacancy is available for Telugu Reporter. Both posts carry the pay scale of ₹57,100–₹1,47,760.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| English Reporters in A.P. Legislature Services | 10 (07+03 CF) | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Telugu Reporters in A.P. Legislature Services | 1 CF | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Total | 11 | – |
Note: The vacancies are provisional and subject to variation after confirmation from the concerned department.
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Apply Online 2026
The APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Apply Online 2026 process will start on 13 October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online until 2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The Commission has advised candidates to apply well before the last date to avoid a last-minute rush. Applications submitted through the link provided below.
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Apply Online 2026 (Link Active Soon)
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Application Fee 2026
The application fee will be confirmed in the Detailed Notification. As per the previous recruitment, the fee structure was as follows:
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Application Fee 2026
The APPSC English and Telugu Reporter application fee is given below:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Other | ₹370 |
| SC/ST/BC/PH/Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
Steps to Apply for APPSC Reporter Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official APPSC website.
- Open the online application section.
- Select the APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Recruitment 2026.
- Read the Detailed Notification carefully.
- Enter the required details in the application form.
- Upload the required documents as prescribed.
- Check all details before submitting the form.
- Submit the application online.
- Save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications as on the date of the Detailed Notification. The educational requirements are different for English Reporter and Telugu Reporter posts.
APPSC English Reporter Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the English Reporter post must have the following qualifications:
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
| Shorthand | English Shorthand with speed of at least 150 words per minute |
| Typewriting | English Typewriting by Higher Grade |
| Additional Preference | Higher general educational qualifications |
| Additional Preference | Telugu Shorthand by Higher Grade |
| Additional Preference | Telugu Typewriting by Higher Grade |
The Bachelor’s Degree must be from a university established or incorporated under a Central, Provincial or State Act, or from an institution recognised by the UGC, or an equivalent qualification.
APPSC Telugu Reporter Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Telugu Reporter post must meet the following requirements:
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
| Shorthand | Telugu Shorthand by Higher Grade |
| Typewriting | Telugu Typewriting by Higher Grade |
| Practical Test | Telugu Shorthand speed of 80 words per minute for direct recruitment |
| Additional Preference | English Shorthand by Higher Grade |
| Additional Preference | English Typewriting by Higher Grade |
The Telugu Shorthand practical test for direct recruitment will be conducted by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission.
APPSC Reporter Age Limit 2026
The age limit has not been specified in the brief notification. The Commission has stated that the Detailed Notification will provide information regarding age, community, educational qualifications and other recruitment conditions. It is scheduled to be available on or before 13 October 2026.
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Recruitment 2026 will consist of a single-level examination. The Commission has clearly stated that no Screening Test will be conducted, irrespective of the number of applications received.
The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. If the examination is held in multiple sessions, the Commission may use normalisation of marks wherever considered necessary.
APPSC Reporter Selection Process
- Single-Level Examination
- Shorthand and Transcription Test
- Computer Proficiency Test, as applicable under the prescribed scheme
APPSC English Reporter Exam Pattern 2026
The APPSC English Reporter Exam Pattern 2026 consists of General Studies and Mental Ability along with an English shorthand and transcription test. The written examination carries a total of 300 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper II | English Shorthand – 150 WPM | – | 5 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper II | Transcription in Longhand | – | 90 Minutes | Included in Paper II |
| Total | – | 150 | – | 300 |
The English shorthand test requires candidates to reproduce a 750-word passage accurately and verbatim. The passage will be dictated at 150 words per minute for 5 minutes. Each wrong answer in an objective-type paper carries a penalty of 1/3 of the marks prescribed for the question.
APPSC Telugu Reporter Exam Pattern 2026
The APPSC Telugu Reporter Exam Pattern 2026 consists of General Studies and Mental Ability and a Telugu shorthand and transcription test. The total examination carries 300 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper II | Telugu Shorthand – 80 WPM | – | 10 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper II | Transcription in Longhand | – | 150 Minutes | Included in Paper II |
| Total | – | 150 | – | 300 |
The Telugu shorthand test requires accurate and verbatim reproduction of an 800-word passage dictated at 80 words per minute for 10 minutes. A 1/3 negative marking applies to wrong answers in objective-type papers.
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Syllabus 2026
The APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Syllabus 2026 covers General Studies and Mental Ability, along with the respective shorthand skill test. The General Studies syllabus includes current affairs, science and technology, history, geography, polity, economy, environment, disaster management, reasoning and data analysis.
APPSC Reporter General Studies and Mental Ability Syllabus
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Current Affairs | Major international, national and Andhra Pradesh current events and issues |
| General Science | General Science and its applications to day-to-day life |
| Science & Technology | Contemporary developments in Science & Technology and Information Technology |
| History | Indian History, with focus on social, economic, cultural and political aspects, AP and Indian National Movement |
| Geography | Geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh |
| Polity & Governance | Constitutional issues, public policy, reforms and e-Governance initiatives |
| Indian Economy | Indian Economy and planning |
| Environment | Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection |
| Disaster Management | Vulnerability profile, prevention and mitigation strategies, Remote Sensing and GIS applications |
| Logical Reasoning | Logical reasoning, analytical ability and logical interpretation |
| Data Analysis | Tabulation, visual representation, mean, median, mode, variance and interpretation |
The General Studies and Mental Ability syllabus is applicable to both English and Telugu Reporter examinations.
APPSC English Reporter Paper II Syllabus
Paper II for English Reporters tests English shorthand at 150 words per minute. Candidates must accurately reproduce a 750-word passage dictated at the prescribed speed.
APPSC Telugu Reporter Paper II Syllabus
Paper II for Telugu Reporters tests Telugu shorthand at 80 words per minute. Candidates must accurately reproduce an 800-word passage dictated at the prescribed speed.
APPSC Computer Proficiency Test 2026
The notification includes a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) scheme based on proficiency in office automation, computers and associated software.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Test Type | Practical |
| Test | Computer Proficiency Test |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks – SC/ST/PBD | 30 |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks – BC | 35 |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks – OC | 40 |
The CPT syllabus covers computer fundamentals, operating systems, internet concepts, email, World Wide Web and office applications.
APPSC CPT Syllabus
| Part | Topics |
|---|---|
| Part A | Introduction to Computers |
| Computer Software Types | |
| Operating System | |
| Windows Operating System | |
| Linux/Mac OS – Basic Concepts | |
| Internet Concepts | |
| Electronic Mail | |
| World Wide Web | |
| Part B | Office Suite |
| Getting Started with Office | |
| File Operations in Office | |
| Tools in Office Applications | |
| Word Processing | |
| Spreadsheet / MS Excel | |
| Presentation Software / MS PowerPoint |
The practical assessment may include document formatting, typing, inserting tables and objects, mail merge, Excel formulas and graphs, and preparing PowerPoint presentations.
APPSC English and Telugu Reporter Salary 2026
The APPSC English Reporter Salary 2026 and APPSC Telugu Reporter Salary 2026 are based on the pay scale specified in the brief notification.
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| English Reporter | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Telugu Reporter | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |









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