APPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026: Deputy Collector, DSP, Assistant Audit Officer and Other Group-I Posts (Notification 07/2026)
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has notified direct recruitment to Group-I Services under Notification No. 07/2026. The brief notification dated 15/09/2026 lists 163 provisional vacancies in 13 categories, including Deputy Collector, DSP (Civil), Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, District Educational Officer and Divisional Development Officer. Online applications are open from 06/10/2026 to 27/10/2026 (11:59 PM) on psc.ap.gov.in.
Official Notification PDF: APPSC Notification 07/2026 (PDF)
Important Dates – APPSC Group-I 2026 | |
| Brief notification: | 07/2026 dated 15/09/2026 |
| Detailed notification: | Due on psc.ap.gov.in by 06/10/2026 |
| Online application: | 06/10/2026 to 27/10/2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Crucial date: | Date of the Detailed Notification |
| Screening test (offline OMR): | Date given in the Detailed Notification |
Application Fee | |
| Application / exam fee: | As per the Detailed Notification on psc.ap.gov.in (paid online after OTPR login) |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
📺 APPSC Group-I 2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide
Watch our video guide covering eligibility, important dates, fee, vacancy details, and how to apply online.
Important Links | |
| Apply Online: | Apply Online – psc.ap.gov.in (OTPR login) |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | APPSC Notification 07/2026 (PDF) |
| Official Website: | APPSC Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
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Post-wise Vacancies (Brief Notification)
| Post Code | Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Deputy Collector (A.P. Civil Service – Executive) | 11 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| 02 | Assistant Commissioner of State Tax | 14 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| 03 | Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) Cat-II | 36 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| 04 | DSP (Communications) | 03 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| 05 | District Educational Officer | 14 | 61,960–1,51,370 |
| 06 | Regional Transport Officer | 03 | 57,100–1,47,760 |
| 07 | District Tribal Welfare Officer | 01 | 57,100–1,47,760 |
| 08 | Deputy Registrar (Cooperative Service) | 15 | 57,100–1,47,760 |
| 09 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II | 12 | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| 10 | Asst. Treasury Officer / Asst. Accounts Officer | 02 | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| 11 | District Employment Officer | 03 | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| 12 | Assistant Audit Officer (State Audit) | 14 | 54,060–1,40,540 |
| 13 | Divisional Development Officer (Panchayat Raj) | 35 | 65,360–1,54,980 |
| Total | 163 |
Note: These are the provisional figures in the official brief notification. Media reports on the Detailed Notification of 06/10/2026 cite 166 vacancies after adding carried-forward posts (for example Deputy Collector 12, Deputy Registrar 16, Assistant Audit Officer 15). Check the final post-wise and community-wise figures in the Detailed Notification on psc.ap.gov.in before applying.
Educational Qualification
- Post Codes 01–03 and 05–13: Bachelor's degree from a university established under a Central/State/Provincial Act or an institution recognised by the UGC, or equivalent.
- Post Code 04 – DSP (Communications): B.E/B.Tech in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Radio Engineering.
- Physical requirements apply to Post Codes 03 and 04 (see the Detailed Notification).
- Qualification must be held on the date of the Detailed Notification.
Age Limit
Age limits vary by post and are given in the Detailed Notification. The brief notification does not state them. Relaxation for reserved categories follows AP Government rules.
Pay Scale
₹54,060–1,40,540 (Municipal Commissioner Gr-II, ATO/AAO, DEO-Employment, AAO) up to ₹65,360–1,54,980 (Divisional Development Officer). Deputy Collector, ACST, DSP and DEO: ₹61,960–1,51,370.
Selection Process
- Screening Test (offline, OMR): Paper-I General Studies (120 Q, 120 marks, 120 min) and Paper-II General Aptitude (120 Q, 120 marks, 120 min). 1/3 negative marking.
- Mains (descriptive): qualifying Telugu and English papers (150 marks each), plus five papers of 150 marks each: General Essay; History, Culture & Geography; Polity, Constitution, Governance, Law & Ethics; Economy & Development of India and AP; Science, Technology & Environment.
- Then interview/document verification as per the Detailed Notification.
How to Apply
- Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on psc.ap.gov.in if you have not already.
- Log in and choose Notification 07/2026 (Group-I Services).
- Fill in qualification and local/non-local details, then select post preferences and exam centres.
- Click Save & Submit and pay the fee online by 27/10/2026, 11:59 PM.
APPSC Group-I 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
APPSC Group-I 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
