APPSC Group I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 163 DSP,

Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released an official notification. A total of 163 vacancies are on offer. Eligible candidates should apply on or before 27 Oct 2026. Full details of eligibility, important dates, fees and how to apply are given below.

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Recruitment Overview

ParticularsDetails

OrganisationAndhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)

Notification No.07/2026, dated 15/09/2026

Post NameGroup-I Services (13 post categories)

Total Vacancies163 (provisional)

Application ModeOnline only, via [hidden]

Application Start Date06/10/2026

Last Date to Apply27/10/2026, up to 11:59 PM

Detailed NotificationAvailable on the Commission's website on or before 06/10/2026

Selection ProcessScreening Test → Mains (Written) → Interview

Official Websitepsc.ap.gov.in

Important Dates

EventDate

Brief Notification Release15/09/2026

Detailed Notification AvailabilityOn or before 06/10/2026

Online Application Start Date06/10/2026

Online Application Last Date27/10/2026, up to 11:59 PM

Salary / Remuneration

Rs. 61,[hidden],370/-

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

PaperSubjectQuestionsDurationMarks

Paper IGeneral Studies (History & Culture; Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations; Indian & AP Economy and Planning; Geography)120120 minutes120

Paper IIGeneral Aptitude (Mental Ability, Administrative & Psychological Abilities; Science & Technology; Current Events)120120 minutes120

PaperSubjectDurationMarks

-Telugu (Qualifying)180 minutes150

-English (Qualifying)180 minutes150

Paper IGeneral Essay180 minutes150

Paper IIHistory, Culture and Geography of India & Andhra Pradesh180 minutes150

Paper IIIPolity, Constitution, Governance, Law and Ethics180 minutes150

Paper IVEconomy and Development of India & Andhra Pradesh180 minutes150

Paper VScience, Technology and Environmental Issues180 minutes150

Post Code / Name of the Post / Vacancies / Pay Scale (Rs.)

Post CodeName of the PostVacanciesPay Scale (Rs.)

01Deputy Collector, A.P. Civil Service (Executive Branch)1161,960-1,51,370

02Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, A.P. State Tax Service1461,960-1,51,370

03Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil), Category-II, A.P. Police Service3661,960-1,51,370

04DSP (Communications), A.P. Police Service0361,960-1,51,370

05District Educational Officer, A.P. Educational Service1461,960-1,51,370

06Regional Transport Officer, A.P. Transport Service0357,100-1,47,760

07District Tribal Welfare Officer, A.P. Tribal Welfare Service0157,100-1,47,760

08Deputy Registrar, A.P. Cooperative Service1557,100-1,47,760

09Municipal Commissioner Grade-II, A.P. Municipal Administration Service1254,060-1,40,540

10Assistant Treasury Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer, A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service0254,060-1,40,540

11District Employment Officer, A.P. Employment Exchange Service0354,060-1,40,540

12Assistant Audit Officer, A.P. State Audit Service1454,060-1,40,540

13Divisional Development Officer, A.P. Panchayat Raj Service3565,360-1,54,980

Total163-

Post Codes / Required Qualification

Post CodesRequired Qualification

01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13Bachelor's Degree from any recognised university in India (established/incorporated by a Central Act, State Act or Provincial Act, or an institution recognised by the University Grants Commission) or an equivalent qualification.

04 (DSP Communications)B.E./B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, or Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, or Radio Engineering from a recognised university/institution, or an equivalent qualification.

How to Apply

Read the official notification carefully and confirm your eligibility.

Keep your documents, photo, signature and details ready.

Apply through the official website on or before 27 Oct 2026.

Pay the application fee if applicable and submit the form.

Take a printout/confirmation for future reference.

Important Note

Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official notification and website before applying.