The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced the APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 for recruitment to various Group 1 services across the state. Total 163 vacancies are available through this recruitment drive. Candidates should go through the official notification for complete information on post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age requirements, application schedule, and the selection process before submitting their applications.
APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 PDF Out at psc.ap.gov.in
The APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 has been released through Brief Notification No. 07/2026 on 15 September 2026. The recruitment covers 13 categories of Group-I posts, including Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, Deputy Superintendent of Police, District Educational Officer, Regional Transport Officer, Deputy Registrar, Municipal Commissioner Grade-II, Assistant Audit Officer and Divisional Development Officer. A total of 163 provisional vacancies have been notified.
APPSC Group 1 2026 Recruitment: Overview
The APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity to join various Group-I Services under the Andhra Pradesh Government. Candidates can check the key details of the recruitment in the table below.
| APPSC Group 1 Notification Key Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Exam Name | APPSC Group 1 Exam 2026 |
| Post Name | Finance, General Administration, Law, Legislature, MA & UD, Revenue, LFB & IBM |
| Advt No | 07/2026 |
| Vacancies | 163 |
| Notification Release Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Language | English & Telugu |
| Selection Process | First Stage – Preliminary Examination Second Stage – Mains Examination Third Stage – Interview |
| Official Website | https://portal-psc.ap.gov.in/ |
APPSC Group 1 Important Dates 2026
The APPSC Group 1 application schedule has been announced along with the brief notification. The detailed notification is scheduled to be available on or before the opening date of applications.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification Release Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 6 October 2026 |
| Apply Online Begins | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Main Exam Date | To be announced |
| Interview Date | To be announced |
APPSC Group 1 Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Vacancies and Salary
The APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 includes 163 vacancies for various Group 1 posts across different departments of the Andhra Pradesh government. The post-wise and category-wise vacancy details is now available.
| S.No | Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Scale of Pay (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Collectors in A.P. Civil Service (Executive Branch) | 11 | 61,960 – 1,51,370 |
| 2 | Asst. Commissioner of State Tax in A.P. State Tax Service | 14 | 61,960 – 1,51,370 |
| 3 | Deputy Supdt. of Police (Civil) Cat-2 in A.P. Police Service | 36 | 61,960 – 1,51,370 |
| 4 | Deputy Supdt. of Jails (MEN) in A.P. Jail Service | 03 | 61,960 – 1,51,370 |
| 5 | Divisional / District Fire Officers in State Disaster Response & Fire Services | 14 | 61,960 – 1,51,370 |
| 6 | Regional Transport Officers in A.P. Transport Service | 03 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 7 | District Tribal Welfare Officer in A.P. Tribal Welfare Service | 01 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 8 | Deputy Registrar in A.P. Cooperative Service | 15 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 9 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II in A.P. Municipal Administration Services | 12 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 10 | Asst. Treasury Officer / Asst. Accounts Officer in A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service | 02 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 11 | District Employment Officer in A.P. Employment Exchange Service | 03 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 12 | Divisional Development Officer in A.P. Panchayat Raj Service | 35 | 65,360 – 1,54,980 |
| 13 | Assistant Audit Officer in A.P. State Audit Service | 14 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| Total | 163 |
APPSC Group 1 2026 Apply Online
The APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 application link will be made available on the official APPSC website on 06 October 2026 Candidates can access the link, complete the application form with the required details, upload the necessary documents, and submit it within the prescribed deadline. The direct application link will be updated below once the registration process begins.
Steps to Apply for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online for the APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 by following the steps below:
- Visit the official APPSC website www.psc.ap.gov.in
- Complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new user. Existing users can log in using their OTPR ID and password.
- Click on the APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 application link available on the recruitment page.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Preview the application form and verify all the entered details carefully.
- Submit the application form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
What Is The Application Fee?
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 Eligibility Criteria 2026
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 Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Deputy Collectors, Asst. Commissioner of State Tax,Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) Cat-II, District Tribal Welfare Officer, Deputy Registrar,Regional Transport Officer, District Educational Officer | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university/UGC-recognised institution |
| DSP (Communications) | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Radio Engineering |
Age Limit
The post-wise age limits are given below :
- General Age Limit: 18 to 42 years for most administrative and executive posts.
- Deputy Superintendent of Police: Minimum age of 21 years, with a lower maximum age limit as prescribed for the post.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / BC | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per applicable AP Government rules |
| Government Employees | As per applicable AP Government rules |
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.
APPSC Group 1 Age Relaxation Notice
APPSC Group 1 Selection Process 2026
The APPSC Group 1 2026 Selection Process includes three stages for shortlisting candidates for various Group 1 posts. Candidates should be familiar with each stage to understand the recruitment process and prepare accordingly. 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 Exam Pattern 2026
The APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 consist three stages. Here, the exam pattern is given for candidates
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 | Duration |
| 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 |
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 |
Interview
The Interview is the last stage of the APPSC Group 1 selection process and evaluates candidates on their personality, communication, decision-making, and overall suitability for administrative responsibilities. The marks secured at this stage, along with the prescribed written examination performance, are considered for preparing the final merit list.
APPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2026
The APPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2026 covers the subjects prescribed for the Preliminary and Main Examinations. The Prelims syllabus includes History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Mental Ability, Science & Technology and Current Affairs, while the Mains covers General Essay, History and Geography, Polity and Ethics, Economy and Development, and Science, Technology and Environmental Issues.
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Syllabus
| Paper | Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | History and Culture | Indian History and Culture, Andhra Pradesh History and Culture |
| Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations | Indian Constitution, Polity, Governance, Social Justice and International Relations | |
| Indian and Andhra Pradesh Economy & Planning | Indian Economy, Andhra Pradesh Economy, Planning and Development | |
| Geography | Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh | |
| Paper II | General Mental Ability | Logical reasoning, analytical ability and general mental ability |
| Administrative & Psychological Abilities | Administrative abilities and psychological abilities | |
| Science & Technology | General Science, Science and Technology developments and applications | |
| Current Events | Current events of regional and international importance |
APPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus
| Paper | Subject | Important Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Paper I | Telugu | Telugu language and comprehension as prescribed by APPSC |
| Qualifying Paper II | English | English language and comprehension as prescribed by APPSC |
| Paper I | General Essay | Contemporary themes and issues of regional, national and international importance |
| Paper II | History, Culture & Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh | Indian and Andhra Pradesh history, culture and geography |
| Paper III | Polity, Constitution, Governance, Law & Ethics | Indian polity, Constitution, governance, law, ethics and related issues |
| Paper IV | Economy & Development of India and Andhra Pradesh | Indian economy, Andhra Pradesh economy, development and related issues |
| Paper V | Science, Technology & Environmental Issues | Science, technology, environmental issues and their applications |
What Is The Salary Package For Group 1 Posts?
Candidates selected through APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 will be offered a salary as per the post and department allotted to them. The remuneration will include basic pay along with applicable allowances and benefits under Andhra Pradesh Government rules. The post-wise salary details are given below.
| 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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