APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 – Overview
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Group-I Services Recruitment Notification No.07/2026 on 06 October 2026. A total of 166 vacancies are available in various Group-I services including Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, DSP, District Educational Officer and other posts.
ఆంధ్రప్రదేశ్ పబ్లిక్ సర్వీస్ కమిషన్ (APPSC) Group-I Services Notification No.07/2026 ను 06 అక్టోబర్ 2026న విడుదల చేసింది. ఈ నోటిఫికేషన్ ద్వారా మొత్తం 166 పోస్టులను భర్తీ చేయనున్నారు.
APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 – ముఖ్య వివరాలు
| Particulars | Details / వివరాలు |
|---|---|
| Organization | APPSC |
| Notification No. | 07/2026 |
| Recruitment | Group-I Services |
| Total Vacancies | 166 |
| Notification Date | 06-10-2026 |
| Application Start | 06-10-2026 |
| Last Date | 27-10-2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test | 24-01-2027 |
| Main Exam | Dates will be announced later |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Applications are accepted online from 06 October 2026 to 27 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
APPSC Group 1 Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | 12 | 18–44 |
| Assistant Commissioner of State Tax | 14 | 18–44 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) | 36 | 21–30 |
| DSP (Communications) | 3 | 18–30 |
| District Educational Officer | 14 | 18–44 |
| Regional Transport Officer | 3 | 18–44 |
| District Tribal Welfare Officer | 1 | 18–44 |
| Deputy Registrar | 16 | 18–44 |
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-II | 12 | 18–44 |
| Assistant Treasury/Accounts Officer | 2 | 18–44 |
| District Employment Officer | 3 | 18–44 |
| Assistant Audit Officer | 15 | 18–44 |
| Divisional Development Officer | 35 | 18–44 |
| Total | 166 | — |
గమనిక: కొన్ని vacancies carried-forward vacancies కావచ్చు. Vacancy numbers may also be revised by APPSC as per the notification.
Educational Qualification | విద్యార్హత
Most Group-I posts require a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
ముఖ్యంగా: చాలా Group-I పోస్టులకు గుర్తింపు పొందిన యూనివర్సిటీ నుంచి Bachelor’s Degree ఉండాలి.
However, DSP (Communications) post requires B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering / Radio Engineering or equivalent qualification.
| Post Code | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 01 | Bachelor’s Degree |
| 02 | Degree / equivalent |
| 03 | Bachelor’s Degree |
| 04 | B.E./B.Tech in relevant Electronics/Telecommunication/Radio Engineering |
| 05–13 | Bachelor’s Degree / prescribed equivalent qualification |
Police posts (03 & 04) have separate physical and medical standards, so candidates should check the notification before applying.
Age Limit | వయోపరిమితి
Age is calculated as on 01 July 2026.
| Category | Age / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General Posts | 18–44 years |
| DSP (Civil) | 21–30 years |
| DSP Communications | 18–30 years |
| SC/ST/BC/EWS | 5 years relaxation |
| PBD | 10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per prescribed rules |
The notification specifies a minimum age of 18/21 years and maximum age of 30/44 years, depending on the post.
Selection Process | ఎంపిక విధానం
APPSC Group 1 Selection Process:
Screening Test → Main Written Examination → Interview/Personality Test → Final Selection
1. Screening Test
The Screening Test is an objective-type OMR examination with two papers:
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
| Paper-II | General Aptitude | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
| Total | — | 240 | 240 | — |
There is 1/3 negative marking for every wrong answer.
Screening Test Date: 24 January 2027.
2. Main Examination
The Main Examination is descriptive type.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Telugu | Qualifying Paper | 150 |
| English | Qualifying Paper | 150 |
| Paper-I | General Essay | 150 |
| Paper-II | History, Culture & Geography | 150 |
| Paper-III | Polity, Constitution, Governance, Law & Ethics | 150 |
| Paper-IV | Economy & Development | 150 |
| Paper-V | Science, Technology & Environmental Issues | 150 |
| Interview | Personality Test | 75 |
| Total | — | 825 Marks |
The Telugu and English papers are qualifying in nature and are not counted for merit.
3. Interview
Candidates qualifying in the Main Examination will be called for Interview/Personality Test in the prescribed ratio.
Application Fee | దరఖాస్తు రుసుము
The notification specifies an application fee of ₹250 and separate examination-fee provisions/exemptions for eligible categories. SC, ST, BC, PBD and Ex-Servicemen are among the categories listed for examination-fee exemption, subject to the notification conditions.
Fee payment: Online through the prescribed payment gateway.
How to Apply | ఎలా దరఖాస్తు చేయాలి?
- Visit the APPSC website.
- Complete OTPR registration if you are a new applicant.
- Login using your OTPR details.
- Select Group-I Notification No.07/2026.
- Enter qualification, local status, post preferences and examination-centre details.
- Click Save & Submit.
- Complete the online fee payment.
- Download and save the submitted application.
Important: Merely saving the application does not complete the submission. Candidates must click Save & Submit and successfully complete the payment/submission process.
APPSC Group 1 Exam Centres
APPSC Group 1 Screening Test Exam Centres 2026
| Row 1 | Row 2 | Row 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Srikakulam | West Godavari | Chittoor |
| Vizianagaram | Eluru | Tirupathi |
| Parvatipuram Manyam | Krishna | Annamayya |
| Alluri Sita Rama Raju | NTR District | Y.S.R. Kadapa |
| Visakhapatnam | Guntur | Sri Sathya Sai |
| Anakapalli | Palnadu | Ananthapuramu |
| Kakinada | Bapatla | Nandyal |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema | Prakasam | Kurnool |
| East Godavari | S.P.S.R. Nellore | — |
APPSC Group 1 Mains Examination Centres 2026
| S.No. | Mains Examination Centre |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visakhapatnam |
| 2 | Vijayawada |
| 3 | Tirupati |
| 4 | Ananthapuramu |
Local Reservation | స్థానిక రిజర్వేషన్
For applicable posts, the notification provides 95% local reservation under the Presidential Order 2025 framework. Post Code 04 (DSP Communications) is a State Cadre post and local reservation is not applicable to it.
APPSC Group 1 – Multi-Zone Wise Districts
| Multi-Zone | Districts Covered |
|---|---|
| Multi-Zone-I | Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Alluri Sita Rama Raju, East Godavari, Kakinada, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, West Godavari, Eluru, NTR District, Krishna |
| Multi-Zone-II | Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam, S.P.S.R. Nellore, Tirupati, Chittoor, Annamayya, Y.S.R. Kadapa, Nandyal, Ananthapuramu, Kurnool, Sri Sathya Sai |
Zone-Wise Districts
| Zone | Districts |
|---|---|
| Zone-I | Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam |
| Zone-II | Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Alluri Sita Rama Raju |
| Zone-III | Kakinada, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, East Godavari |
| Zone-IV | West Godavari, Eluru, NTR District, Krishna |
| Zone-V | Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam |
| Zone-VI | S.P.S.R. Nellore, Tirupati, Chittoor, Annamayya |
| Zone-VII | Y.S.R. Kadapa, Nandyal, Kurnool |
| Zone-VIII | Ananthapuramu, Sri Sathya Sai |
Note: These district groupings are based on the Multi-Zone/Zone classification given in the APPSC Group-I notification. For reservation purposes, the notification states that applicable posts follow the prescribed local reservation framework.
Important Dates | ముఖ్యమైన తేదీలు
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 06-10-2026 |
| Online Applications Start | 06-10-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27-10-2026 |
| Screening Test | 24-01-2027 |
| Main Examination | To be announced |
Important Note | ముఖ్యమైన గమనిక
Candidates should carefully check their post-wise qualification, age, physical standards, reservation/local status and required certificates before submitting the application.
APPSC Group-I is a major state-level recruitment opportunity with 166 vacancies across several prestigious services. Eligible candidates should complete the application before the deadline and start preparing for the Screening Test.
Official Website: APPSC – psc.ap.gov.in
Source: APPSC Group-I Notification No.07/2026 dated 06-10-2026.
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APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When was the APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 released?
APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 was released on 06 October 2026 under Notification No. 07/2026.
2. How many vacancies are available in APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026?
A total of 166 vacancies are available under APPSC Group 1 Services Recruitment 2026.
3. What is the starting date to apply for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026?
The online application process starts on 06 October 2026.
4. What is the last date to apply for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can submit their online applications up to 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
5. What is the APPSC Group 1 Screening Test date?
The APPSC Group 1 Screening Test is scheduled to be held on 24 January 2027.
6. What is the educational qualification for APPSC Group 1 posts?
For most Group 1 posts, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. The DSP Communications post has specific technical educational qualification requirements.
7. What is the age limit for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026?
The general age limit for most posts is 18 to 44 years. Different age limits apply to certain posts such as DSP Civil and DSP Communications.
8. Is there an age relaxation for reserved category candidates?
Yes. Age relaxation is applicable to eligible SC, ST, BC and EWS candidates and other categories as per the APPSC notification and government rules.
9. What is the selection process for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026?
The selection process consists of:
Screening Test → Main Written Examination → Interview/Personality Test → Final Selection
10. How many papers are there in the APPSC Group 1 Screening Test?
The Screening Test consists of two papers:
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
| Paper II | General Aptitude | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
There is 1/3 negative marking for each wrong answer.
11. How many marks are there in the APPSC Group 1 Mains Examination?
The Main Examination, including the Interview/Personality Test, carries a total of 825 marks. The Telugu and English papers are qualifying in nature and are not counted for ranking.
12. What are the APPSC Group 1 Mains examination centres?
The Main Written Examination will be conducted at:
- Visakhapatnam
- Vijayawada
- Tirupati
- Ananthapuramu
13. How many Screening Test centres are available?
The Screening Test is proposed to be conducted at 26 district centres across Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can give three centre preferences while submitting the application.
14. What is the application fee for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026?
Candidates have to pay the applicable processing fee and examination fee, subject to the fee exemptions mentioned in the official notification.
15. Where can I apply for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates should apply online through the official APPSC website during the application period.
16. Is APPSC OTPR required for Group 1 application?
Yes. Candidates should have an OTPR ID and use it to submit the online application for the notification.
17. What is the APPSC Group 1 official notification number?
The official notification number is 07/2026.
18. What is the total number of APPSC Group 1 posts in 2026?
The notification contains 166 vacancies across various Group 1 posts including Deputy Collector, DSP, Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, District Educational Officer and other posts.
19. Can candidates choose their examination centre?
Yes. Candidates can provide examination-centre preferences while submitting the online application. However, APPSC may allot a different centre depending on administrative and resource availability.
20. When will the APPSC Group 1 Mains Examination be conducted?
The Main Examination dates will be announced by APPSC separately. Candidates should check the official APPSC website for further updates.
21. Is the APPSC Group 1 Screening Test qualifying in nature?
The Screening Test is used for shortlisting candidates for the Main Written Examination as prescribed in the notification. Candidates should meet the prescribed qualifying requirements and cut-off conditions.
22. Where can I get APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 details in Telugu?
Candidates can check the official notification and also follow reliable Telugu job-update websites for information about APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026, syllabus, exam dates, eligibility, vacancies and results.
23. What is the official website of APPSC?
The official website of the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is the primary source for notification, application, hall ticket, examination and result updates.
Important: Candidates are advised to read the complete official APPSC Group 1 Notification No. 07/2026 before submitting the online application.