APPSC Recruitment 2026: 892 Posts Including Group-I (163), Online Applications from 6 October
APPSC has notified 892 provisional vacancies across about 20 recruitments, including 163 Group-I Services posts, 196 Assistant Statistical Officer posts and forest service posts. Applications open in four batches between 6 October and 5 November 2026 on psc.ap.gov.in.
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APPSC Recruitment 2026: 892 Vacancies Notified
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) released a batch of recruitment notifications on 15 September 2026 for 892 provisional vacancies spread across roughly 20 separate recruitments. The headline post is Group-I Services with 163 vacancies, and the largest single recruitment is Assistant Statistical Officer with 196 posts.
Online applications do not open all at once. APPSC has split the posts into four batches, with the first window opening on 6 October 2026 and the last one closing on 5 November 2026.
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification date | 15 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 892 (provisional) |
| Number of recruitments | About 20 post categories |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Application window | 6 October to 5 November 2026 (batch-wise) |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Post-Wise Vacancies (Major Posts)
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Statistical Officer (AP Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service) | 196 |
| Group-I Services | 163 |
| Executive Officer Grade-III (Endowments) | 104 |
| Industrial Promotion Officer | 78 |
| Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II | 73 |
| Assistant Environmental Engineer | 40 |
| Horticulture Officer | 37 |
| Forest Range Officer, Forest Section Officer, Forest Beat Officer, Draughtsman, Factory Inspector, Analyst and other posts | Remaining vacancies (see individual notifications) |
The figures are provisional. Always confirm the final count and the reservation break-up in the detailed notification PDF for the post you are applying to.
Batch-Wise Application Dates
| Batch | Posts | Application window |
|---|---|---|
| Batch 1 | Group-I Services, Assistant Environmental Engineer, Horticulture Officer, Director (Forensic Science) | 6 to 27 October 2026 |
| Batch 2 | Hostel Welfare Officer, Tribal / Social Welfare Officer posts | 9 to 29 October 2026 |
| Batch 3 | Assistant Statistical Officer, Economics posts, Factory Inspector, Analyst posts | 13 October to 2 November 2026 |
| Batch 4 | Industrial Promotion Officer, Forest Range / Section / Beat Officer, Draughtsman | 16 October to 5 November 2026 |
Eligibility
Educational qualification differs for every post. A few examples:
- Group-I Services: Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
- Forest Range Officer: Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject such as Agriculture, Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Engineering.
- Forest Beat Officer: Intermediate (10+2) level qualification.
- Draughtsman: ITI trade certificate in the relevant trade.
- Technical posts (AEE, Analyst, Factory Inspector): Degree in the relevant engineering or science discipline.
Age limit: Generally 18 to 42 years, with relaxation for SC, ST, BC, EWS, PwBD and ex-servicemen candidates as per Andhra Pradesh government rules. Uniformed forest posts may carry lower upper-age limits and physical standards.
Pay Scale
Salaries range from about ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 for entry-level posts to ₹57,100 – ₹1,47,760 for senior technical and Group-I posts, as per the revised AP pay scales.
Selection Process
The process depends on the post and may include:
- Screening test (objective) where applications are high
- Main written examination (descriptive for Group-I)
- Physical measurement and walking test for forest posts
- Interview / computer proficiency test for select posts
- Document verification
How to Apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026
Step 1: Visit psc.ap.gov.in and complete or update your One Time Profile Registration (OTPR).
Step 2: Once your post's batch window opens, log in with your OTPR ID and select the notification.
Step 3: Fill in the application, upload your photo and signature, and select exam centres.
Step 4: Pay the fee online and download the submitted form for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts has APPSC notified in September 2026?
892 provisional vacancies across about 20 recruitments.
Q2. How many Group-I vacancies are there?
163.
Q3. When can I apply for APPSC Group-I 2026?
Group-I is in Batch 1, open from 6 to 27 October 2026.
Q4. Is OTPR compulsory?
Yes. Every applicant must have a valid OTPR on the APPSC portal before applying.
Q5. Which post has the most vacancies?
Assistant Statistical Officer, with 196 posts.
Conclusion
This is one of APPSC's largest recruitment drives in recent years. Update your OTPR now, check the notification for your specific post, and note your batch dates, windows for different posts open and close on different days between 6 October and 5 November 2026.