APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts
Important details
| Name of post | APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 255 posts |
| Last date to apply | 02 November 2026 |
| Pay / salary | Pay scales range from Rs. 37,640–1,15,500 (Assistant Statistical Officer) to Rs. 65,360–1,54,980 (Inspector of Factories). See the Salary section above for the pay scale of each post. |
| Selection process | For every post under APPSC Recruitment 2026, selection is through a single-level examination only; no Screening Test will be conducted irrespective of the number of applications received. The examination will be conducted in online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. If the single-level exam is held across multiple sessions, APPSC will apply a normalisation process to the marks, with the methodology to be notified separately. |
| Posted on | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Last updated | 13 Oct 2026 |
Official source: The official notification was opened, but it does not state these facts in a form we can compare automatically. Official notification (psc.ap.gov.in)
Important Dates
- Brief Notification Date15 September 2026
- Detailed Notification ReleaseOn or before 13 October 2026
- APPSC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Start Date13 October 2026
- Last date to apply02 November 2026
Application Fee
The application fee is not specified in the brief notification. It will be announced with the Detailed Notification.
Age Limit
- The age limit is not specified in the brief notification. It will be announced with the Detailed Notification.
Total Post
255 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Inspector of Factories | 300 | 450 |
| Assistant Statistical Officer | 300 | 300 |
| Analyst Grade-II | 300 | 300 |
| Assistant Director (Tribal Welfare) | 300 | 450 |
| Assistant Director (Economics & Statistical Service) | 450 | 450 |
| Total | 255 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Pay scales range from Rs. 37,640–1,15,500 (Assistant Statistical Officer) to Rs. 65,360–1,54,980 (Inspector of Factories). See the Salary section above for the pay scale of each post.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
| Notification No. | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 14/2026 | Inspector of Factories, A.P. Factories Service | 12 |
| 22/2026 | English Reporters, A.P. Legislature Services | 10 (07 + 03 CF) |
| 22/2026 | Telugu Reporters, A.P. Legislature Services | 01 CF |
| 20/2026 | Assistant Statistical Officer, A.P. Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service | 196 |
| 21/2026 | Analyst Grade-II, A.P. Pollution Control Board | 18 |
| 10/2026 | Assistant Director, A.P. Tribal Welfare State Service | 01 |
| 09/2026 | Assistant Director, A.P. Economics and Statistical Service | 17 |
| Total (all six posts) | 255 |
- The provisional vacancies and pay scale notified for each post are given below. APPSC has clarified that vacancy numbers may vary once confirmation is received from the concerned department.
- CF in the table denotes carried-forward vacancy. A detailed, category-wise vacancy breakup will be published along with the Detailed Notification.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Each post under APPSC Recruitment 2026 has its own educational qualification requirement. Candidates must possess the required qualification as on the date of the Detailed Notification. Full eligibility, including age limit and community-wise relaxation, will be published in the Detailed Notification.
APPSC Inspector of Factories Qualification
- A Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Industrial Engineering from a recognised university, along with a minimum of two years of industrial work experience in medium and large-scale manufacturing process industries, preferably in Industrial Safety, Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Management. The experience certificate must be issued by the Chief Executive of the concerned industry.
APPSC English Reporters and Telugu Reporters Qualification
- For English Reporters: a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline, Shorthand (English) at a minimum speed of 150 words per minute, and Typewriting (English) of a higher grade from the State Board of Technical Education. For Telugu Reporters: a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline, Shorthand and Typewriting (Telugu) both of a higher grade, and a practical test at 80 words per minute in Telugu Shorthand. Preference is given to candidates who additionally hold the corresponding qualification in the other language.
APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer Qualification
- A Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as a main subject, or with Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, or Computer Science as a main subject provided Statistics was studied as a paper in one, two, or all three years of the degree.
APPSC Analyst Grade-II Qualification
- A Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Sciences from a recognised university. First Class candidates will be given preference.
APPSC Assistant Director (Tribal Welfare) Qualification
- A first or second class Master's Degree in Social Anthropology, Sociology or Social Work from a recognised university, along with a minimum of two publications in national-level academic journals.
APPSC Assistant Director (Economics & Statistical Service) Qualification
- A Postgraduate Degree in Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Applied Economics, Applied Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics or Computer Science from a recognised university.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Inspector of Factories | 65,360 - 1,54,980 |
| English Reporters / Telugu Reporters | 57,100 - 1,47,760 |
| Assistant Statistical Officer | 37,640 - 1,15,500 |
| Analyst Grade-II | 48,440 - 1,37,220 |
| Assistant Director (Tribal Welfare) | 48,440 - 1,37,220 |
| Assistant Director (Economics & Statistical Service) | 57,100 - 1,47,760 |
- The pay scale notified for each post is summarised below.
Vacancy Details · APPSC Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern (Post-wise)
| Post | Papers | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspector of Factories | Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability; Paper II: Industrial and Occupational Safety, Health and Environment | 300 | 450 |
| English Reporters | Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability (objective); Paper II: Dictation in English Shorthand at 150 wpm with transcription in longhand (conventional type) | 150 (Paper I) + dictation test | 300 |
| Assistant Statistical Officer | Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability; Paper II: Subject paper | 300 | 300 |
| Analyst Grade-II | Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability; Paper II: Common Paper | 300 | 300 |
| Assistant Director (Tribal Welfare) | Paper 1: General Studies & Mental Ability (Degree standard); Paper 2: Social Anthropology / Sociology / Social Work (PG standard) | 300 | 450 |
| Assistant Director (Economics & Statistical Service) | Paper 1: General Studies & Mental Ability (Degree standard); Paper 2 & Paper 3: Subject papers (PG standard) | 450 | 450 |
- For all objective-type papers, each wrong answer is penalised with one-third of the marks prescribed for that question, as per the applicable government orders cited in each notification's syllabus annexure.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Steps
- Visit the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Locate the Online Application link for the relevant notification number (09/2026, 10/2026, 14/2026, 20/2026, 21/2026 or 22/2026).
- Read the Detailed Notification and instructions carefully before filling the form.
- Fill in the Online Application Form with accurate personal, educational and other required details.
- Submit the application well before the last date, 2 November 2026, to avoid last-minute rush.
More Details
- APPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- For every post under APPSC Recruitment 2026, selection is through a single-level examination only; no Screening Test will be conducted irrespective of the number of applications received. The examination will be conducted in online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. If the single-level exam is held across multiple sessions, APPSC will apply a normalisation process to the marks, with the methodology to be notified separately.
How to Apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026
- Applications must be submitted only in online mode through the official APPSC website. Applications sent through any other mode will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Important Links
| Official Website (https://psc.ap.gov.in) | Click Here psc.ap.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Apply Link | Click Here applications-psc.ap.gov.in |
| Inspector of Factories Official Notification PDF | Download psc.ap.gov.in |
| English Reporters Official Notification PDF | Download psc.ap.gov.in |
| Assistant Director Official Notification PDF | Download psc.ap.gov.in |
| Assistant Statistical Officer Official Notification PDF | Download psc.ap.gov.in |
| Analyst Grade-II Official Notification PDF | Download psc.ap.gov.in |
| Assistant Director Official Notification PDF | Download psc.ap.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click Here psc.ap.gov.in |
| Particular | Details |
| Recruiting Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification Numbers | 09/2026, 10/2026, 14/2026, 20/2026, 21/2026, 22/2026 |
| Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Total Provisional Vacancies | 255 (across all six posts, subject to variation) |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates meeting the post-specific educational qualification listed in the Eligibility section below |
| Application Start Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 2 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Application Mode | Online only, through psc.ap.gov.in |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Selection Process | Single-level online (CBRT) written examination for each post; no Screening Test |
Frequently asked questions
When does the application for APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts start?
APPSC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Start Date: 13 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts?
The last date to apply is 02 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts?
There are 255 posts in total.
What is the age limit for APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts?
The age limit is not specified in the brief notification. It will be announced with the Detailed Notification.
What qualification is needed for APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts?
Each post under APPSC Recruitment 2026 has its own educational qualification requirement. Candidates must possess the required qualification as on the date of the Detailed Notification. Full eligibility, including age limit and community-wise relaxation, will be published in the Detailed Notification. | A Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Industrial Engineering from a recognised univer…
What is the selection process for APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts?
For every post under APPSC Recruitment 2026, selection is through a single-level examination only; no Screening Test will be conducted irrespective of the number of applications received. The examination will be conducted in online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. If the single-level exam is held across multiple sessions, APPSC will apply a normalisation process to the marks, with the methodology to be notified separately.
What is the official website for APPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 255 Inspector, Assistant Statistical Officer and More Posts?
The official website is https://psc.ap.gov.in.