The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has released six Brief Notifications for 255 provisional vacancies under various Andhra Pradesh Government departments. The recruitment includes Inspector of Factories, English Reporter, Telugu Reporter, Assistant Statistical Officer, Analyst Grade-II and Assistant Director posts.
The online application process will start on 13 October 2026 and the last date to apply is 02 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM. Candidates should check the Detailed Notification before applying because the final age, reservation and other eligibility conditions will be published by APPSC.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Total Posts | 255 Provisional |
| Post Names | Inspector of Factories, English/Telugu Reporter, ASO, Analyst Grade-II & Assistant Director |
| Age Limit | To be confirmed in Detailed Notification |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree / B.Sc / B.E./B.Tech / M.Sc / PG – Post-wise |
| Application Fee | To be announced in Detailed Notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹37,640 – ₹1,54,980 |
| Experience | 2 Years Mandatory for Inspector of Factories; post-wise conditions apply |
| Eligibility | Post-specific educational, experience and other requirements |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
APPSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
| Inspector of Factories | 12 | ₹65,360–₹1,54,980 |
| English Reporters | 10 | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Telugu Reporters | 1 | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Assistant Statistical Officer | 196 | ₹37,640–₹1,15,500 |
| Analyst Grade-II | 18 | ₹48,440–₹1,37,220 |
| Assistant Director – Tribal Welfare | 1 | ₹48,440–₹1,37,220 |
| Assistant Director – Economics & Statistical Service | 17 | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Total | 255 | — |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Brief Notification | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 13 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 13 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualification varies according to the post:
- Inspector of Factories: Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Industrial Engineering.
- English Reporter: Bachelor’s Degree + English shorthand 150 WPM and required typewriting qualification.
- Telugu Reporter: Bachelor’s Degree + required Telugu shorthand/typewriting qualifications.
- Assistant Statistical Officer: Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics or specified related subjects.
- Analyst Grade-II: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or Environmental Sciences.
- Assistant Director – Tribal Welfare: Master’s Degree in Social Anthropology, Sociology or Social Work with required publications.
- Assistant Director – Economics & Statistical Service: Postgraduate Degree in specified Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science and related subjects.
Experience Is Important
For the Inspector of Factories post, candidates must have at least 2 years of industrial work experience in medium/large manufacturing process industries, preferably in Industrial Safety, Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Management.
The required experience certificate must be issued by the concerned industry’s Chief Executive.
Other posts have their own qualification and eligibility conditions. Candidates should check the respective Detailed Notification carefully.
Selection Process
APPSC will conduct a single-level online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) for these posts. No separate Screening Test will be conducted.
For objective papers, 1/3rd negative marking applies for wrong answers as prescribed in the respective notifications. The examination pattern varies by post.
How to Apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online through the official APPSC portal.
- Visit the official APPSC website.
- Open the relevant recruitment notification/application link.
- Read the Detailed Notification carefully.
- Complete the online application with correct personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents wherever applicable.
- Submit the application before 02 November 2026.
- Save the submitted application for future reference.
Important: Candidates should verify the final Detailed Notification before applying, particularly for age limit, application fee, reservation and post-wise eligibility.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
| Official Apply Online Portal | APPSC Official Website / Apply Online |
| Assistant Director – Economics & Statistical Notification PDF | Official Notification PDF |
| Assistant Statistical Officer Notification PDF | Official Notification PDF |
| Assistant Director – Tribal Welfare Notification PDF | Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | APPSC Official Website |
About APPSC
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is the state public service commission responsible for conducting recruitment examinations and selecting candidates for various services and posts under the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
FAQs – APPSC Recruitment 2026
Q.1 How many vacancies are available in APPSC Recruitment 2026?
There are 255 provisional vacancies across six recruitment categories.
Q.2 What is the APPSC application start date?
Online applications will start on 13 October 2026.
Q.3 What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 02 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q.4 Is experience required for APPSC Recruitment 2026?
Experience requirements are post-specific. Inspector of Factories requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant industrial experience.
Q.5 What is the selection process?
Selection is through a single-level online CBRT examination, with no separate Screening Test.
Q.6 What is the salary?
The notified pay scales range from ₹37,640 to ₹1,54,980, depending on the post.
Q.7 Where can I apply?
Candidates can apply through the official APPSC online portal.