The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is expected to release the APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 soon for 91 vacancies. This notification will be important for candidates preparing for top-level state government posts in Andhra Pradesh.
The official notification will provide details about eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, exam stages, and application guidelines. As per previous trends, the selection process is likely to include Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview, followed by preparation of the final merit list.
APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 Out Soon
The APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 will be released on 15 August 2026 and will include recruitment for posts in departments such as Finance, General Administration, Law, Legislature, MA & UD, Revenue, and LFB & IBM. These posts are related to important administrative work in the Andhra Pradesh government.
The notification will provide department-wise details along with basic information related to the recruitment process. Candidates preparing for Group 1 services should go through the notification carefully once it is released.
APPSC Group 1 2026 Recruitment
The Andhra Pradesh PSC opens the door for aspirants to join the APPSC Group 1 2026 top administrative roles in Andhra Pradesh. This is the perfect opportunity to start a career in government service, administration at a higher level. Apart from this, for the ease of the candidates, we have provided a brief overview of Group 1 posts in the table below
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What are the Eligibility Criteria?
Candidates, while applying for APPSC Group 1 2026 posts, must meet certain eligibility requirements. The main criteria include educational qualifications, age limits, and nationality as per the official notification.
Education qualification
Here, we have provided the complete education details of the APPSC Group 1 posts in the table below
| Post | Qualification |
| District Fire Officers in A.P. Fire Service |
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| Asst. Treasury Officer/Asst. Accounts Officer in A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service |
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| District Social Welfare Officer in A.P. Social Welfare Service |
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Age Limit
The post-wise age limits are given below :
| Post | Age |
| Deputy Collector | 18 to 42 years |
| Assistant Commissioner | 21 to 28 years |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Cat -2) | 18 to 28 years |
| Deputy Superintendent of Jails (Men) | 21 to 26 years |
| District Fire Officer | 18 to 42 years |
| Asst Treasury Officer/Asst Accounts Officer | 18 to 26 years |
| Regional Transport Officer | 18 to 42 years |
| Asst Prohibition & Excise Superintendent | |
| Mandal Parishad Development Officer | |
| District Registrar | |
| District Employment Officer | |
| Deputy Registrar | |
| District Tribal Welfare Officer | |
| District Social Welfare Officer | |
| District BC Welfare Officer | |
| District Panchayat Officer | |
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-II | |
| Administrative Officer/Lay Secretary & Treasurer Grade-II | |
| Asst Audit Officer |
APPSC Group 1 2026 Apply Online
The online application link for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 will be activated on the official website of AP Public Service Commission once the notification is released. Candidates can click on the application link, fill in their details, upload documents, and submit the form within the specified dates. The direct link will also be provided below for candidates.
Steps to Apply for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online for the APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 through the official website of the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission. The application process is conducted through the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) system.
Follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the official website www.psc.ap.gov.in
- Complete the One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new user.
- Log in using your User ID and Password.
- Click on the APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload the required documents such as photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
- Review the details carefully and submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
How Many Stages in the Selection Process?
The APPSC Group 1 2026 Selection Process consists of three stages, which will be conducted as per the prescribed schedule to recruit eligible candidates for various posts. Candidates who are planning to apply for these posts must carefully check all the stages of the selection process and start their preparation accordingly. The details of the selection stages are given below.
- Preliminary Examination – Screening test to shortlist candidates for the mains.
- Main Examination – knowledge and analytical skills.
- Interview – overall suitability for administrative roles.
APPSC Group 1 Application Fee 2026
After submitting the application form, candidates must pay the application fee for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026. Candidates can check the category-wise fee details given below
| Category | Application Fees | Exam Fee |
| UR | Rs. 250 | Rs. 120 |
| SC,ST,BC,PH & Ex-Service Men | Rs. 250 | Exempted |
| Residents of Andhra Pradesh | Rs. 250 | Exempted |
| Un-Employed Youth as per G.O.M No 439 GA | Rs. 250 | Exempted |
APPSC Group 1 Exam Pattern 2026
The APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 consist three stages. Here, the exam pattern is given for candidates
Exam Pattern For Prelims Exam
Candidates who will qualify for the prelims stage will appear for the mains examination.
| Paper | Name of Paper | No of question | Marks | Duaration |
| Paper I | A. History and Culture. B. Constitution, polity, Social Justice, and International relations. C. Indian and Andhra Pradesh Economy and Planning. D. Geography |
120 | 120 | 120 Min |
| Paper II | A. General Mental Ability, Administrative and Psychological Abilities. B. (i) Science and Technologies. (ii) Current events of Regional and International importance |
120 | 120 | 120 Min |
Exam Pattern For Mains Exam
The main exam has 7 papers, and these are:
| Papers | Duration | Marks |
| Paper in Telugu (Qualifying in Nature) | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper in English (Qualifying in Nature) | 180 minutes | 150 |
| General Essay – on contemporary themes and issues of regional, national, and international importance. | 180 minutes | 150 |
| History and Cultural and Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Indian Polity, Indian Constitution, Governance, Law and Ethics | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Economy and Development of India and Andhra Pradesh | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Science, Technology and Environmental Issues | 180 minutes | 150 |
APPSC Group 1 Interview
The Interview is the final stage of the APPSC Group 1 selection process. It assesses the candidate’s overall personality, decision-making ability, communication skills, and suitability for higher administrative roles. Marks obtained in the interview are added to the performance in the Preliminary and Main Examinations to prepare the final merit list, which determines the selected candidates.
What Is The Salary Package For Group 1 Posts?
Candidates selected through the APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 will receive a government pay scale as per the post and department to which they are appointed. The salary structure includes basic pay along with applicable allowances and benefits according to state government rules. Detailed pay scale and other perks are provided in the official notification, giving candidates a clear idea of the total remuneration for each post.
| S. no | Post Name | Salary |
| 1. | Deputy Collectors in A.P. Civil Service (Executive Branch) | Rs. 61,960- 1,51,370/- |
| 2. | Assistant Commissioner of State Tax in A.P. State Tax Service | Rs. 61,960- 1,51,370/- |
| 3. | Deputy Supdt. of Police (Civil) Cat-2 in A.P. Police Service | Rs. 61,960- 1,51,370/- |
| 4. | Deputy Supdt. of Jails (MEN) in A.P. Jail Service | Rs. 57,100- 1,47,760/- |
| 5. | Divisional /District Fire Officers in State Disaster Response & Fire Services | Rs. 57,100- 1,47,760/- |
| 6. | Asst. Treasury Officer/Asst. Accounts Officer in A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service | Rs. 54,060- 1,40,540/- |
| 7. | Regional Transport Officers in A.P. Transport Service | Rs. 57,100- 1,47,760/- |
| 8. | Mandal Parishad Development Officer in A.P. Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Service | Rs. 57,100- 1,47,760/- |
| 9 | District Registrars in A.P. Registration and Stamps Service | Rs. 54,060- 1,40,540/- |
| 10 | District Tribal Welfare Officer in A.P. Tribal Welfare Service | Rs. 57,100- 1,47,760/- |
| 11 | District B.C. Welfare Officer in A.P. B.C. Welfare Service | Rs. 57,100- 1,47,760/- |
| 12 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II in A.P. Municipal Administration Services | Rs. 54,060- 1,40,540/- |
| 13 | Administrative Officer / Lay Secretary & Treasurer Grade.II in A.P. Medical and Health (Administration) Service | Rs. 54,060- 1,40,540/- |
| 14 | Assistant Audit Officer in A.P. State Audit Service | Rs. 54,060- 1,40,540/- |
| 15 | Deputy Registrar in A.P. Cooperative Service | Rs. 57,100- 1,47,760/- |
| 16 | Assistant Audit Officer in A.P. State Audit Service | Rs. 54,060- 1,40,540/- |
| Also check |
| APPSC Group 1 Salary |
| APPSC Group 1 Syllabus |
| APPSC Group 1 Previous Year Question Papers |
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