APPSC Group 1 Exam Guide 2026
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📊 APPSC Group 1 Recruitment Overview
| Exam Conducting Authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
|---|---|
| Official Website | APPSC website |
| Total Vacancies | 81 |
| Posts under APPSC Group 1 | Deputy Collector Assistant Commissioner Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) Deputy Superintendent of Jails (Men) District Fire Officer Assistant Treasury Officer Regional Transport Officer Assistant Prohibition and Excise Superintendent Mandal Parishad Development Officer District Registrar District Employment Officer Deputy Registrar District Tribal Welfare Officer District Social Welfare Officer District BC Welfare Officer District Panchayat Officer Municipal Commissioner Administrative Officer Assistant Audit Officer |
| Selection Process | Screening Test, Main Exam, and Interview |
| Application Start Date | 1st January 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21st January 2024 |
| Prelims Exam | 17th March 2024 |
| Mains Exam | 3rd to 9th May 2025 |
| State | AP Government Jobs |
| Qualification | Graduates Government Jobs |
📊 APPSC Group 1 Application Fee
| Sl. No. | Category | Application Fee | Examination Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | SC, ST, BC & Ex-Servicemen | INR 250 | - |
| 2. | Families having Household Supply White Cards issued by Civil Supplies Department | INR 250 | - |
| 3. | Unemployed youth | INR 250 | - |
| 4. | Others | INR 250 | INR 120 |
📊 APPSC Group 1 Screening Test
| Paper | Part | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | History and Culture | Indus Valley civilization The Kanauj Delhi Sultanate European trading companies Indian war of Independence Mahatma Gandhi |
| Indian Constitution and Polity | Functions and responsibilities Constitutional authorities Effect of liberalization Rights India’s foreign policy | |
| India and Andhra Pradesh Economy and Planning | Indian Economy National income Indian agriculture Financial Institutions Andhra Pradesh economy | |
| Geography | Physical geography Social Economical | |
| Paper 2 | Mental Ability | Reasoning Number series Algebra Area and perimeter Data interpretation Emotional intelligence Social intelligence Central tendencies |
| Science and Technology | Information and communication Space technology Energy requirement Environmental science | |
| Current Events | Current Events of Regional, National, and international Importance. |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Paper
- Syllabus
- General Essay
- Current affairs Socio-political issue Socio-economic issues Cultural or historic aspects Civic awareness
- Paper in Telugu
- Essay Elaboration of a thought Letter writing Precis writing Comprehension Formal speech Prepare statements Public speech Debate writing Application writing Dialogue writing Translation Grammar
- Paper in English
- Essay Letter writing Press release Report writing Writing as per visual information Formal speech Precis writing Reading comprehension Grammar Translation
- Science and Technology
- Integration of science for a better human life Information and communication Indian space programs Indian energy needs Development and its effect of nature Environmental pollution Biotechnology and nanotechnology Human diseases
- Economy and Development
- Major challenges in Indian economy Resource mobilization in India and Andhra Pradesh Government budgeting Inclusive growth Agricultural development Industrial development Infrastructure
- History, Culture, and Geography
- Prehistoric culture The Pallavas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, etc Mughal Empire British Rule Indian nationalism History of Andhra Pradesh, Nationalist movement Physical features of India Economical geography Social Geography Flora and fauna
- Polity, Constitution, Law, and Governance
- Indian polity and constitution Public administration and governance Ethics in Public service Basic knowledge of laws in India
📊 APPSC Group 1 Screening Exam Pattern
| Paper | Part | Number of questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | History and Culture | 30 | 30 |
| Indian Constitution and polity | 30 | 30 | |
| India and Andhra Pradesh economy and planning | 30 | 30 | |
| Geography | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | |
| Paper 2 | Mental ability | 60 | 60 |
| Science and technology | 30 | 30 | |
| Current events | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
📊 APPSC Group 1 Main Exam Pattern
| Paper | Number of Marks | Time (in minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| Paper in Telugu | 150 | 180 |
| Paper in English | 150 | 180 |
| Paper -I General Essay - on contemporary themes and issues of regional, national and International importance. | 150 | 180 |
| Paper -II Polity, Constitution, law, and governance | 150 | 180 |
| Paper -III Polity, constitution, Governance, Law and Ethics | 150 | 180 |
| Paper -IV Economy and Development of India and Andhra Pradesh | 150 | 180 |
| Paper -V Science, Technology and Environmental Issues | 150 | 180 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.Where can I apply for the APPSC Group 1 recruitment exam?
To apply for the APPSC Group 1 exam, you will have to submit an APPSC Group 1 application form that will be available on the official website of the Commission.
Q2.Can I pay the application fee of the APPSC Group 1 application form offline?
Yes, the Commission has provided the option of paying the application of the APPSC Group 1 application form offline. For more information, refer to the official notification.
Q3.Will the Commission mail me the APPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket?
No, the Commission does not mail the Hall Ticket. You can print the APPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket to get the hard copy.
Q4.Where will the APPSC Group 1 exam take place?
The exam takes place in the major cities of Andhra Pradesh. Your exam center and its address will be mentioned in your APPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket.
Q5.I cannot locate my APPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket. What should I do?
If you cannot find your APPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket, then contact the officials at the Commission. Act on the matter immediately to get it resolved before time
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