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Last updated: 5 June 2026

APPSC Recruitment Source: Official / APPSC AndhraPradesh

Group I Services (Prelims) 2026

Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission

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Group I Services (Prelims) 2026: 48 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-42 years. Qualification: Graduation (any discipline).

Total Vacancies

48

Department

Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission

Age Limit

18-42 years

Qualification

Graduation (any discipline)

The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.

Official Note

APPSC Group I 2026 — DSP, AC (CT), Asst Registrar and allied AP state services. Prelims → Mains → Interview.

Important Dates

Application Start
10 March 2026
Last Date to Apply
5 May 2026
Exam Date
11 October 2026
Age Cut-off Date
1 July 2027

Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Exam — 150 marks (MCQ)
  2. Main Examination — 6 papers (GS I–IV + English + Telugu / Urdu)
  3. Interview — 75 marks
  4. Document Verification & Medical

Previous Year Indicative Cut Off

Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.

Category Cutoff Marks Out of %
General / OC 135 200 67.5%
BC-A/B/C/D/E 118 200 59.0%
SC 102 200 51.0%
ST 88 200 44.0%

Exam Centres

Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.

VijayawadaVisakhapatnamTirupatiGunturNelloreKurnoolRajahmundryKadapa

Syllabus Highlights

  • Andhra Pradesh History & Culture — Satavahana, Kakatiya, Vijayanagara, Nizam era
  • AP Geography — Eastern Ghats, Krishna-Godavari delta, coastline, natural resources
  • AP Economy — agri, aquaculture, Amaravati development, state schemes
  • Telugu Language — grammar, literature (mandatory for AP residents)

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)

Check My Eligibility (age calculator pre-filled)
Category Max Age Relaxation
General / EWS 42 years No relaxation
OBC (NCL) 45 years +3 years
SC / ST 47 years +5 years
PwD 52 years +10 years
Ex-Servicemen As per notification 3 yrs after discharge

Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 July 2027.

Salary & Perks

₹56,100 – ₹2,09,200

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Apply Kaise Karein

  1. Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
  2. Complete registration on the authorised portal for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission.
  3. Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
  4. Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
  5. After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)

What is the age limit for Group I Services (Prelims) 2026? v

For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 42 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Thursday, 1 July 2027.

How do I apply for Group I Services (Prelims) 2026? v

Visit the authorised website for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (https://psc.ap.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Tuesday, 5 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.

What is the last date to apply for Group I Services (Prelims) 2026? v

The closing date was Tuesday, 5 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 11 October 2026.

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