APPSC Group 3 Exam Guide 2026
APPSC Group 3 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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| Exam Conducting Authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
|---|---|
| Official Website | APPSC |
| Name of the Post | Panchayat Secretary (Grade-IV) in A.P. Panchayat Raj Subordinate Service |
| Total Vacancies | Yet to be announced (Last Year 1051 vacancies were released) |
| Selection Process | Screening Test and Main Examination |
| Exam Center Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Exam Mode | Online / Offline |
| State | AP Government Jobs |
| Qualification | Graduates Government Jobs |
📊 Application Fee
| Category | Panchayat Secretary (Grade-IV) | |
|---|---|---|
| Carry Forward Vacancies | Fresh Vacancies | |
| General | 18 | 431 |
| BC-A | 1 | 71 |
| BC-B | 1 | 99 |
| BC-C | 4 | 11 |
| BC-D | 2 | 66 |
| BC-E | 2 | 40 |
| SC | 6 | 151 |
| ST | 1 | 57 |
| HH | 8 | 9 |
| VH | 4 | 10 |
| OH | - | 13 |
| Sports | - | 21 |
| Ex-servicemen | 4 | 21 |
📊 Application Fee & Payment Details
| Sl. No. | Category | Examination Fee | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | SC, ST, BC, Ex-Servicemen | - | INR 250 |
| 2. | Families with household supply white cards issued by the Civil Supplies Department, A.P. Government. | - | INR 250 |
| 3. | Unemployed Youth | INR 250 | |
| 4. | General | INR 80 | INR 250 |
📊 Application Fee
- PH
- 10 years
- Category
- Age Relaxation
- SC, ST, BC
- 5 years
- Ex-servicemen
- Shall be allowed to be deducted from his age a period of 3 years in addition to the length of service rendered by him in the armed forces / NCC.
- Andhra Pradesh State Government Employees
- Maximum 5 years
- Retrenched temporary employees in the State Census Department with a minimum service of 6 months.
- 3 years
- Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands, who are not remarried and belong to the SC/ST category.
- Upper age limit is 48 years
- Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands, who are not remarried and not belonging to the SC/ST category.
- Upper age limit is 43 years
📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Panchayat Secretary (Grade-IV) in A.P. Panchayat Raj Subordinate Service | Must have a Bachelor’s Degree from any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, State Act or a Provincial Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission. |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| General Studies and Mental Ability | Important National and International Events Current affairs General science History of India Indian polity Geography Disaster management Sustainable development Logical reasoning Data analysis Administration of Andhra Pradesh |
| Rural Development and Problems in Rural Areas with special reference to Andhra Pradesh | Evolution in Panchayat Raj System(India & Andhra Pradesh Roles & Responsibility of Panchayat Secretary Rural Sociology Rural development schemes Rural economy of Andhra Pradesh Community-based organizations Woman empowerment Revenue and expenditure Accounting |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Duration (Minutes) | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | General Studies and Mental Ability | 75 | 75 | 150 |
| Part-B | Rural Development and Problems in Rural Areas | 75 | 75 | |
| Total | 150 Marks |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration (Minutes) | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies and Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-II | Rural Development and Problems in Rural Areas | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Total | 300 Marks |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Districts | Cut Off Marks (General Category) |
|---|---|
| Srikakulam | 54.10 |
| Vizianagaram | 51.76 |
| Visakhapatnam | 53.04 |
| East Godavari | 56.13 |
| West Godavari | 60.16 |
| Krishna | 60.79 |
| Guntur | 60.00 |
| Prakasam | 51.65 |
| S.P.S Nellore | 54.67 |
| Chittoor | 50.13 |
| Y.S.R Kadapa | 56.86 |
| Ananthapuramu | 60.53 |
| Kurnool | 58.97 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Districts | Cut Off Marks (General Category) |
|---|---|
| Srikakulam | 179.05 |
| Vizianagaram | 180.78 |
| Visakhapatnam | 198.09 |
| East Godavari | 193.89 |
| West Godavari | 179.65 |
| Krishna | 192.00 |
| Guntur | 193.04 |
| Prakasam | 211.96 |
| S.P.S Nellore | 192.97 |
| Y.S.R Kadapa | 174.08 |
| Chittoor | 197.12 |
| Ananthapuramu | 187.86 |
| Kurnool | 192.90 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.When will the APPSC Group 3 application process begin?
The Commission has not yet released the official notification for the post and the APPSC Group 3 application process. We will notify you as soon as any information is available.
Q2.Where can I apply for the APPSC Group 3 recruitment exam?
To apply for the APPSC Group 3 exam, you will have to submit an APPSC Group 3 application form that will be available on the official website of the Commission.
Q3.Do I need to print my APPSC Group 3 application form?
Yes, you should print your APPSC Group 3 application form as the information available on it will be useful.
Q4.Can I pay the application fee of the APPSC Group 3 application form offline?
No, the Commission has not provided the option of paying the application of the APPSC Group 3 application form offline.
Q5.I cannot locate my APPSC Group 3 Hall Ticket. What should I do?
If you cannot find your APPSC Group 3 Hall Ticket, then contact the officials at the Commission. They will resolve the issue.
Q6.Why do I need two prints of the APPSC Group 3 Hall Ticket?
You only need one print of the APPSC Group 3 Hall Ticket. But you should get two so that you have a backup in case you lose the first one.
Q7.Will the Commission mail me the APPSC Group 3 Hall Ticket?
No, the Commission does not mail the Hall Ticket. You can print the APPSC Group 3 Hall Ticket to get the hard copy.
Q8.Where will the APPSC Group 3 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 3 Hall Ticket.
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