Calling all aspiring civil servants! The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced the recruitment for various Group 1 posts, offering an exciting opportunity to serve the state and contribute to the welfare of its citizens.
Event | Date |
|---|---|
| APPSC Group 2 2023 Notification | 8th December 2023 |
| Apply Online Starts | 1st January 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21th January 2024 |
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Date 2024 | 17 March 2024 |
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Result 2024 | To be notified |
APPSC Group 1 Mains Exam Date 2024 | To be notified |
APPSC Group 1 Mains Exam Result 2024 | To be notified |
APPSC Group 1 Interview 2024 | To be notified |
APPSC Group 1 Result 2024 | To be notified |
APPSC Group 1 Vacancy 2023
ES.No. | Post Name | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | 05 |
| 2 | District B.C. Welfare Officer in A.P. B.C. Welfare Service | 01 |
| 3 | District Employment Officer | 04 |
| 4 | Assistant Audit Officer in A.P. State Audit Service | 02 |
| 5 | Asst. Treasury Officer/Asst. Accounts Officer in A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service | 06 |
| 6 | Deputy Supdt. of Police (Civil) Cat-2 in A.P. Police Service | 25 |
| 7 | Deputy Supdt. of Jails (MEN) in A.P. Jail Service | 01 |
| 8 | Divisional /District Fire Officers in State Disaster Response & Fire Services | 01 |
| 9 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II in A.P. Municipal Administration Services | 01 |
| 10 | Deputy Collectors | 12 |
| 11 | Deputy Registrar | 03 |
| 12 | Assistant Commissioner of State Tax in A.P. State Tax Service | 18 |
| 13 | Assistant Excise Superintendent | 01 |
| 14 | District Social Welfare Officer | 03 |
| 15 | Regional Transport Officer | 06 |
TOTAL | 81 |
How to Apply for APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2023
1. Visit the Official Website:
- Go to the official website, psc.ap.gov.in, or click the provided link.
2. Complete One-Time-Profile-Registration (OTPR):
- If you haven’t already, register for a profile using your Aadhaar details.
3. Register for Direct Recruitment:
- On the homepage, click “New Registration for Direct Recruitment.”
4. Enter Applicant Information:
- Fill in the required details:
- Aadhaar details
- Basic details (name, date of birth, etc.)
- Address information
- Educational qualifications
- Upload photo and signature
- Other relevant information
5. Review and Submit:
- Carefully review all entered information.
- Click “Submit” to proceed.
6. Generate Reference ID:
- A unique reference ID will be generated and displayed on your screen.
7. Login and Fill Application Form:
- Go to the login page and enter your credentials (username and password).
- Fill out the detailed application form.
- Verify all information entered.
8. Submit Application and Pay Fees:
- Review the application and confirm its accuracy.
- Proceed to the payment gateway and complete the application fee payment.
- A payment reference ID will be generated upon successful payment.
9. Submit Form and Save/Print Receipt:
- Submit the final application.
- Download or print the application receipt for future reference.
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid after completing the online form before the application window closes. Failure to pay the fee will result in application rejection.
- General: Rs. 250 (application fee) + Rs. 80 (examination fee)
- Reserved (from states other than Andhra Pradesh except PH & Ex-servicemen): Rs. 250 (application fee) + Rs. 80 (examination fee)
- Reserved (SC, ST, BC, PH & Ex-servicemen): Rs. 80 (examination fee only)
Eligibility Criteria
Age limit
To apply for APPSC Group 1, you must be at least 18 years old on the date of online application. The upper age limit is 42 years for the general category. However, certain categories are eligible for age relaxation:
- Reserved category (SC, ST, BC): 5 years relaxation
- PH category: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-servicemen: 5 years relaxation
Therefore, if you belong to a reserved category or are PH or an ex-serviceman, you can apply for APPSC Group 1 even if you are older than 42 years.
APPSC Group 1 Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| District Fire Officers in A.P. Fire Service. | Degree in Engineering (Fire) of any University recognised by the University Grants Commission or any other equivalent qualifications. Provided that if no candidates with B.E (Fire) qualifications are available candidates with the Degree in any discipline will be considered. |
| Asst. Treasury Officer/Asst. Accounts Officer in A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service | A degree in Commerce or Economics or Mathematics of a University Recognised by the UGC with at least a 2nd class in the subject or A Chartered Accountants of the United Kingdom or India or an incorporated Accountant (London). |
| District Social Welfare Officer in A.P. Social Welfare Service | Must possess a bachelor’s Degree of any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act or a State Act or provincial Act or an institution recognised by the University Grants Commission. Provided that preference shall be given to persons possessing a degree in Sociology or Social work. |
APPSC Group 1 Physical Requirements
| Post Code | Category | Physical Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 03 to 05 | General | The candidate must be at least 167.6 Cms. in height and at least 86.3 Cms. round the chest on full expansion with a chest expansion of at least 5 Cms. |
| 03 to 05 | S.T. | Must be at least 164 cm in height and at least 83.8 cm round the chest on full expansion with a chest expansion of at least 5 Cms. |
| 03(Women) | General | Must be at least 152.5 cm in height and at least 86.3 cm round the chest on full expansion with a chest expansion of at least 5 Cms. and not less than 45.5 Kg in weight. |
| 08 | Men | Must be at least 165 cm in height and at least 86 cm round the Chest on full expansion with a chest expansion of at least 5 Cms. |
APPSC Group 1 Selection Process 2023
1. Prelims Exam:
- Purpose: To eliminate non-serious candidates.
- Format: Objective-type, multiple-choice questions.
- Subjects: General Studies and Mental Ability.
- Scoring: Minimum qualifying marks required to proceed.
2. Mains Exam:
- Purpose: To assess merit and suitability for the positions.
- Format: Conventional essay-type questions.
- Subjects: General Studies, History, Culture, Geography, Politics, Economy of Andhra Pradesh, and other relevant topics.
- Scoring: Merit-based scoring.
3. Interview:
- Purpose: To assess personality, communication skills, and in-depth knowledge of the chosen expertise subject.
- Format: Personal interview with a panel of experts.
- Scoring: Final selection based on combined marks of all stages, including interview performance.
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam
SUBJECT | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Paper 1
| 120 | 120 | 120 min | ||
Paper 2
| 120 | 120 | 120 min |
APPSC Group 1 Mains Exam
SUBJECT Paper | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper in Telugu | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper in English | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper 1 General Essay | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper 2 History and Cultural and Geography | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper 3 Indian Polity Indian Constitution Governance Law and Ethics | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper 4 Economy and Development of India and Andhra Pradesh | 180 minutes | 150 |
| Paper 5 Science Technology and Environmental Issues | 180 minutes | 150 |
APPSC Group 1 Interview: Preparation and Documents
Candidates who successfully clear the APPSC Group 1 Mains Exam are invited to the final stage: the Interview. This stage assesses personality, communication skills, and in-depth knowledge of the chosen expertise subject.
The interview takes place at the APPSC office in Vijayawada. Candidates are required to bring all original documents for verification.
