APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has released Brief Notification No. 24/2026 dated 15 September 2026 for direct recruitment to the post of Industrial Promotion Officers in the A.P. Industries Subordinate Service.
A total of 78 vacancies have been notified. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official APPSC website from 16 October 2026 to 5 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
🔔 APPSC IPO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification No. | 24/2026 |
| Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Post Name | Industrial Promotion Officer |
| Department/Service | A.P. Industries Subordinate Service |
| Total Vacancies | 78 |
| Pay Scale | ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
The Commission has stated that the 78 vacancies are provisional and may vary after confirmation from the concerned department.
📅 Important Dates
- Brief Notification Date: 15 September 2026
- Online Application Start: 16 October 2026
- Last Date for Application: 5 November 2026
- Last Time: 11:59 PM
The detailed notification, including the vacancy breakup, age, community, educational qualifications and other instructions, is scheduled to be available on the Commission’s website on or before 16 October 2026.
🎯 APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Vacancies
Industrial Promotion Officer – 78 Posts
Pay Scale: ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540
The detailed category-wise vacancy breakup will be provided in the Detailed Notification.
🎯 Age Limit – APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General (OC) | 44 Years |
| BC (OBC) | 49 Years |
| SC | 49 Years |
| ST | 49 Years |
| EWS | 49 Years |
According to the age-limit information shown in the image provided, Industrial Promotion Officer is a Non-Uniform Service post. Therefore, the following maximum age limits apply:
🎓 APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
The Educational Qualification for the post of Industrial Promotion Officer in A.P. Industries Subordinate Service is as follows:
✅ Option 1: Engineering / Technology Degree
Candidates must possess a Degree in any of the following branches of Engineering or Technology from a recognized university/institution:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Communications Engineering
- Computer Sciences
- Electrical & Electronics
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Automobile Engineering
- Ceramics
- Bio-Medical Engineering
- Petro Chemical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
The degree should be from a university established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, State Act, Provincial Act, or an institution recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
OR
🎓 Option 2: Engineering / Technology Diploma + Experience
Candidates may alternatively possess a Diploma in any branch of Engineering or Technology specified above from a recognized institution, along with 3 years of experience in any reputed:
- Workshop
- Factory
- Industrial undertaking
📌 Educational Qualification – Quick View
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Degree | Engineering/Technology in one of the 14 specified branches |
| OR | Diploma in one of the specified Engineering/Technology branches |
| Experience for Diploma Candidates | 3 years |
| Experience Area | Reputed workshop, factory or industrial undertaking |
| Degree Recognition | University/institution recognized as specified in the notification |
📝 Selection Process
According to the notification, the recruitment examination will consist of a single-level examination.
Importantly:
- There will be no Screening Test, irrespective of the number of applications received.
- The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode.
- If the examination is conducted in multiple sessions, the Commission may adopt normalisation of marks, wherever necessary and applicable.
- The detailed scheme and syllabus are annexed to the notification.
📚 Exam Pattern
The written examination is of Objective Type.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper-II | Applied Science, Engineering and Management | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Total | — | 300 | 300 Minutes | 300 |
The examination is at Degree Standard, while Paper-II is specified as Diploma Standard.
⚠️ Negative Marking
There is negative marking in the written examination.
For every wrong answer, 1/3rd of the marks prescribed for that question will be deducted.
📖 Syllabus
Paper-I – General Studies & Mental Ability
The major areas include:
- Current Events and issues at International, National and Andhra Pradesh level
- General Science and its applications
- Science & Technology and Information Technology
- Indian History
- Indian National Movement
- Geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh
- Indian Polity and Governance
- Public Policy, reforms and e-Governance
- Indian Economy and Planning
- Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection
- Disaster Management
- Remote Sensing and GIS
- Logical Reasoning
- Analytical Ability
- Data Analysis and interpretation
Paper-II – Applied Science, Engineering & Management
Paper-II covers a broad range of technical and management subjects, including:
Mathematics
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Trigonometry
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Statistics
Physics
- Units and Dimensions
- Vectors
- Dynamics
- Friction
- Work, Power and Energy
- Simple Harmonic Motion
- Heat and Thermodynamics
- Sound
- Properties of Matter
- Electricity & Magnetism
- Modern Physics
Chemistry - Atomic Structure
- Chemical Bonding
- Solutions
- Acids and Bases
- Metallurgy
- Electrochemistry
- Corrosion
- Water Technology
- Polymers
- Fuels
- Chemistry in Daily Life
- Environmental Studies
Industrial Management
- Basics of Industrial Management
- Organisation Structure & Organisational Behaviour
- Production Management
- Materials Management
- Maintenance Management & Industrial Safety
- Entrepreneurship Development
- New Trends in Management
Industrial Engineering
- Work Study
- Method Study
- Work Measurement / Time Study
- Wage and Incentive Plans
- Statistical Quality Control
- Control Charts
- Acceptance Sampling
- Six Sigma
Fundamentals of Computer Science
- Computer Systems
- Hardware and Software
- Programming Concepts
- Computer Networks
- Operating Systems
- Internet Applications
- Database Systems
- E-Governance
- E-Commerce
💻 Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
The notification also contains the Scheme & Syllabus of the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
The CPT is a practical-type examination with:
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- SC/ST/PBD: 30
- BCs: 35
- OCs: 40
The test focuses on proficiency in Office Automation using computers and associated software.
The syllabus includes computer fundamentals, operating systems, internet concepts, email, World Wide Web, office applications, word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software.
The assessment pattern includes areas such as document preparation, typing speed, inserting objects, Excel-based data processing and PowerPoint presentations.
🖥️ How to Apply for APPSC IPO Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates should apply online only through the APPSC website.
Application Steps
- Visit the official APPSC website.
- Open the Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026 notification/application link.
- Read the Detailed Notification carefully.
- Check eligibility and other conditions.
- Complete the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload/submit the required information and documents as instructed.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
The Commission specifically advises candidates to submit applications well in advance to avoid last-minute technical or server-related issues. Applications submitted through any mode other than the prescribed online mode will not be entertained.
⚠️ Important Note for Candidates
The uploaded document is a Brief Notification. The Commission states that the Detailed Notification will contain important information such as:
- Detailed vacancy breakup
- Age
- Community-related information
- Educational qualifications
- Other eligibility conditions
- Detailed application instructions
Therefore, candidates should check the Detailed Notification before applying and rely on the final instructions issued by APPSC.
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📢 APPSC IPO Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
Post: Industrial Promotion Officer
Vacancies: 78
Pay Scale: ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540
Application Start: 16 October 2026
Last Date: 5 November 2026
Exam: Single-level CBRT
Screening Test: No
Written Exam: 300 Marks
Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each wrong answer
CPT: 100 Marks practical test as specified in the notification
Candidates are advised to read the Detailed Notification carefully once released and verify all eligibility requirements before submitting the application.