APPSC Recruitment 2026 – 299 Executive Officer, Forest Range Officer, Supervisor, Draughtsman & Other Posts
Description: APPSC Recruitment 2026 notification released for 299 Executive Officer, Industrial Promotion Officer, Forest Range Officer, Supervisor, Draughtsman and other posts. Apply online from 16 October to 5 November 2026 at psc.ap.gov.in.
APPSC Recruitment 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has announced recruitment for 299 provisional vacancies across eight different posts under various departments and services of the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
The recruitment includes Executive Officer Grade-III, Industrial Promotion Officer, Supervisor Grade-I, Forest Section Officer, Forest Beat Officer, Draughtsman Grade-II, District Probation Officer/Intake Probation Officer and Forest Range Officer posts.
The online application process is scheduled from 16 October 2026 to 5 November 2026. APPSC has issued brief notifications dated 15 September 2026, while the detailed notifications are scheduled to be released on or before 16 October 2026.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Notification Type | Brief Notification |
| Number of Notifications | 8 |
| Total Vacancies | 299 (Provisional) |
| Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 16 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 November 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Various departments/offices across Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
The post-wise provisional vacancies and pay scales are given below. APPSC has stated that the vacancy numbers are subject to variation after confirmation from the concerned departments.
| Notification No. | Post Name | Service | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23/2026 | Executive Officer Grade-III | A.P. Endowments Subordinate Service | 104 | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 |
| 24/2026 | Industrial Promotion Officer | A.P. Industries Subordinate Service | 78 | ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 |
| 13/2026 | Supervisor Grade-I (Only for Women) | A.P. Women Development and Child Welfare Sub-Ordinate Service | 29 | ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 |
| 17/2026 | Forest Section Officer | A.P. Forest Subordinate Service | 26 | ₹32,670 – ₹1,01,970 |
| 18/2026 | Forest Beat Officer | A.P. Forest Subordinate Service | 23 | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 |
| 15/2026 | Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant) | A.P. Forest Subordinate Service | 20 | ₹34,580 – ₹1,07,210 |
| 12/2026 | District Probation Officer Grade-II / Intake Probation Officer | A.P. Juvenile Welfare Correctional Sub Service | 15 | ₹44,570 – ₹1,27,480 |
| 16/2026 | Forest Range Officer | A.P. Forest Service | 4 | ₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220 |
| Total | All Posts | — | 299 | — |
Note: The Supervisor Grade-I post is specifically notified for women candidates only, as mentioned in the relevant notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements differ according to the post. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification and satisfy all other conditions applicable to the respective service.
APPSC has stated that candidates must possess the required educational qualification as on the date of the Detailed Notification.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Executive Officer Grade-III | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university/institution established or incorporated by Central, State or Provincial Act, or a UGC-recognised institution/equivalent qualification |
| District Probation Officer Grade-II / Intake Probation Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology; or any graduation with M.A. in Social Work or Psychology; or M.A. with specialisation in Criminology or Correctional Administration |
| Industrial Promotion Officer | Qualification will be specified in the Detailed Notification |
| Supervisor Grade-I | Bachelor’s Degree in Home Science, B.S.W., Sociology or specified B.Sc. streams such as Food Science & Nutrition, Applied Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics or Food Technology with prescribed subjects |
| Forest Section Officer | Bachelor’s Degree with Botany, Forestry, Horticulture, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Geology or Agriculture as a subject, or Engineering Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering |
| Draughtsman Grade-II | ITI/trade certificate in Draughtsman (Civil) Trade or equivalent |
| Forest Beat Officer | Intermediate examination or equivalent |
| Forest Range Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in specified subjects including Agriculture, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Applications/Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geology, Horticulture, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Veterinary Science or Zoology |
Forest Posts – Physical Requirements
Candidates applying for Forest Section Officer, Forest Beat Officer and Forest Range Officer posts are also required to satisfy the prescribed physical standards and other conditions.
The detailed physical requirements will be available in the respective Detailed Notifications.
Age Limit
The age limit has not been specified in the Brief Notifications provided for these eight posts.
APPSC has stated that the age conditions, community-wise reservations and other applicable eligibility details will be provided in the Detailed Notifications scheduled to be released on or before 16 October 2026.
Candidates should therefore check the respective Detailed Notification before applying.
Salary / Pay Scale
The post-wise pay scales are as follows:
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Executive Officer Grade-III | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 |
| Industrial Promotion Officer | ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 |
| Supervisor Grade-I | ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 |
| Forest Section Officer | ₹32,670 – ₹1,01,970 |
| Forest Beat Officer | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 |
| Draughtsman Grade-II | ₹34,580 – ₹1,07,210 |
| District Probation Officer Grade-II / Intake Probation Officer | ₹44,570 – ₹1,27,480 |
| Forest Range Officer | ₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220 |
Application Fee
The application fee details have not been provided in the Brief Notifications.
Candidates should check the Detailed Notification and APPSC online application portal for the applicable application and processing fees.
Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted by APPSC according to the respective service rules and Detailed Notifications.
The exact examination pattern, syllabus, qualifying marks, physical tests and other selection stages will be specified in the Detailed Notifications.
For the forest-related posts, candidates should pay particular attention to the prescribed physical standards and requirements.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official APPSC website.
- Visit the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Open the recruitment/notifications section.
- Select the relevant notification for the post you wish to apply for.
- Read the complete Detailed Notification once it is released.
- Complete the required registration/application process.
- Enter your personal, educational and other details correctly.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature, wherever applicable.
- Pay the prescribed fee, if applicable.
- Verify all details carefully.
- Submit the application before 5 November 2026.
- Download and save the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready, wherever applicable:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Date of birth proof
- Community/caste certificate
- Reservation certificate
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Valid identity proof
- Experience certificate, if required
- Relevant technical/ITI certificate
- Other documents specified in the Detailed Notification
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only through the official APPSC website.
- These are currently based on Brief Notifications.
- Candidates should read the Detailed Notification before submitting their applications.
- The Detailed Notifications are scheduled to be released on or before 16 October 2026.
- Educational qualifications must be possessed as on the date of the Detailed Notification.
- Vacancy figures are provisional and may change after confirmation from the concerned departments.
- Age limits and community-wise reservation details will be provided in the Detailed Notifications.
- Candidates applying for forest posts should carefully check the prescribed physical requirements.
- The Supervisor Grade-I recruitment is specifically for women candidates.
- Candidates should retain a copy of the submitted application and payment receipt, if applicable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 16 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 November 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be announced |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| APPSC Official Website | https://psc.ap.gov.in |
| Online Application | Click this |
| Notification No. 23/2026 | Click this |
| Notification No. 24/2026 | Click this |
| Notification No. 13/2026 | Click this |
| Notification No. 17/2026 | Click this |
| Notification No. 18/2026 | Click this |
| Notification No. 15/2026 | Click this |
| Notification No. 12/2026 | Click this |
| Notification No. 16/2026 | Click this |
| Detailed Notifications | Click here |
About Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is the constitutional recruitment authority responsible for conducting recruitment examinations and selections for various services and posts under the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
The Commission releases recruitment notifications based on vacancies reported by different government departments and conducts selection processes according to the applicable service rules.
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in APPSC Recruitment 2026?
There are 299 provisional vacancies across eight different posts and notifications.
Which posts are included in APPSC Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment includes Executive Officer Grade-III, Industrial Promotion Officer, Supervisor Grade-I, Forest Section Officer, Forest Beat Officer, Draughtsman Grade-II, District Probation Officer/Intake Probation Officer and Forest Range Officer.
How many Forest Range Officer vacancies are available?
There are 4 provisional Forest Range Officer vacancies under Notification No. 16/2026.
How many Executive Officer Grade-III vacancies are available?
There are 104 provisional vacancies for Executive Officer Grade-III under Notification No. 23/2026.
How many Forest Section Officer vacancies are available?
There are 26 provisional Forest Section Officer vacancies under Notification No. 17/2026.
Who can apply for Supervisor Grade-I?
The Supervisor Grade-I post is specifically notified for women candidates who meet the prescribed educational and other eligibility conditions.
What is the application start date?
The online application process is scheduled to start on 16 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 5 November 2026.
Has the detailed notification been released?
The information provided is based on the Brief Notifications. The Detailed Notifications are scheduled to be released on or before 16 October 2026.
Is the age limit available?
The age limit has not been specified in the Brief Notifications. APPSC will provide the applicable age requirements and relaxation details in the Detailed Notifications.
What is the application mode?
Candidates must apply online through the official APPSC website.
Disclaimer
This post is based on the official notification. Candidates must verify all details from the official website before applying.