APPSC AEE, Horticulture Officer & Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 – 85 Posts | Apply by 27 Oct
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada
Andhra Pradesh - Andhra Pradesh
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Environmental Engineer (APPCB) | — | — | — | 27 Oct 2026 | 40 |
| Horticulture Officer | — | — | — | 27 Oct 2026 | 37 |
| Assistant Director – Forensic Engineering | — | — | — | 27 Oct 2026 | 1 |
| Assistant Director – Physics | — | — | — | 27 Oct 2026 | 2 |
| Assistant Director – Chemistry | — | — | — | 27 Oct 2026 | 2 |
| Assistant Director – Biology | — | — | — | 27 Oct 2026 | 3 |
| Total Vacancies | 85 | ||||
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Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Important Dates 2026
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Application Fee 2026
To be notified in Detailed Notifications
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 57,100-1,47,760 (AEE, AD-FSL); Rs. 54,060-1,40,540 (Horticulture Officer)
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Environmental Engineer (APPCB) | 40 | Pay Scale Rs. 57,100-1,47,760 | To be notified in Detailed Notification | Not required | — |
| 2 | Horticulture Officer | 37 | Pay Scale Rs. 54,060-1,40,540 | 4-year B.Sc./B.Sc. (Hons) in Horticulture from a recognised/ICAR-accredited university | Not required | — |
| 3 | Assistant Director – Forensic Engineering | 1 | Pay Scale Rs. 57,100-1,47,760 | B.E. Mechanical/Structural (equiv. Civil/Production) | Minimum 5 years' practical experience in a Forensic Science / Chemistry / Analytical / Police Laboratory | — |
| 4 | Assistant Director – Physics | 2 | Pay Scale Rs. 57,100-1,47,760 | M.Sc. 1st/2nd class in Physics or allied subjects | Minimum 5 years' practical experience in a Forensic Science / Chemistry / Analytical / Police Laboratory | — |
| 5 | Assistant Director – Chemistry | 2 | Pay Scale Rs. 57,100-1,47,760 | M.Sc. 1st/2nd class in Chemistry or equivalent, OR B.Sc. with A.I.C. in Forensic Sciences | Minimum 5 years' practical experience in a Forensic Science / Chemistry / Analytical / Police Laboratory | — |
| 6 | Assistant Director – Biology | 3 | Pay Scale Rs. 57,100-1,47,760 | M.Sc. 1st/2nd class in Botany/Zoology/Microbiology/Biochemistry or allied, OR Medicine + Science degree | Minimum 5 years' practical experience in a Forensic Science / Chemistry / Analytical / Police Laboratory | — |
| Total Vacancies | 85 | |||||
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Eligibility Criteria 2026
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Qualification / Education
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Job Details & Overview
Overview
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has released three Brief Notifications – No. 08/2026 (Assistant Environmental Engineer), No. 19/2026 (Horticulture Officer) and No. 11/2026 (Assistant Director, FSL), all dated 15 September 2026 – for direct recruitment to 85 provisional posts in the A.P. Pollution Control Board, Horticulture Service and Forensic Science Laboratory Service. Detailed Notifications follow on or before 6 October 2026. Apply online only at psc.ap.gov.in from 6 October to 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
Vacancy Details – 85 Posts (Provisional)
| Notification | Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/2026 | Assistant Environmental Engineer (APPCB) | 40 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 19/2026 | Horticulture Officer | 37 | 54,060 – 1,40,540 |
| 11/2026 | Assistant Director – Forensic Engineering (incl. 1 CF) | 1 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 11/2026 | Assistant Director – Physics | 2 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 11/2026 | Assistant Director – Chemistry | 2 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| 11/2026 | Assistant Director – Biology | 3 | 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| Total | 85 | ||
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notifications Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notifications (on or before) | 6 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 6 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date (11:59 PM) | 27 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- AEE: Educational qualification not in the Brief Notification; will be published in the Detailed Notification.
- Horticulture Officer: Four-year B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons) in Horticulture from a University recognised in the State or ICAR-accredited, as on the Detailed Notification date.
- AD (Forensic Engg): B.E. in Mechanical / Structural Engineering (equiv. Civil / Production) + minimum 5 years' practical lab experience.
- AD (Physics): M.Sc. 1st/2nd class in Physics or allied (Tech Physics, Material/Nuclear Science, Electronics, Instrumentation, Integrated M.Sc. Physics, Geo/Nano streams, Electronic Communications) + 5 years' experience.
- AD (Chemistry): M.Sc. 1st/2nd class in Chemistry or equivalent, OR B.Sc. with A.I.C. in Forensic Sciences + 5 years' experience.
- AD (Biology): M.Sc. 1st/2nd class in Botany / Zoology / Microbiology / Biochemistry or allied (Biotech, Genetics, Forensic Science), OR Medicine degree with Science Bachelor's + 5 years' experience.
- AD (FSL) extras: Exceptionally good eyesight (colour blindness disqualifies).
- Age Limit & Fee: In the respective Detailed Notifications; its date is the crucial date.
Application Fee
Not mentioned in the Brief Notifications. Fee details will come with the Detailed Notifications.
Selection Process
Single-level online CBRT only – no Screening Test, with normalisation for multi-session papers.
- AEE: Paper-I GS & Mental Ability (150 Q / 150 marks) + Paper-II Environmental Engineering (150 Q / 300 marks) = 450. 1/3rd negative marking. CPT (60 min / 100 marks) annexed.
- Horticulture Officer: Qualifying test – General English (50) + General Telugu (50), SSC standard, must qualify each + Paper-I GS (150/150) + Paper-II Horticulture-I (150/150) + Paper-III Horticulture-II (150/150) = 450 merit marks. 1/3rd negative marking.
- AD (FSL): Paper-I GS & Mental Ability (150/150) + Paper-II discipline subject (150 Q / 300 marks) = 450. CPT annexed.
How to Apply
- Read the relevant Detailed Notification (due by 6 October 2026) on psc.ap.gov.in.
- Apply online only, separately per post, between 6 October and 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Fill accurately and submit well before the deadline.
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How to Apply for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada's APPSC AEE, Horticulture Officer & Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 – 85 Posts | Apply by 27 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of To be notified in Detailed Notifications online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 27 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 27 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
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What is APPSC AEE, Horticulture Officer & Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 – 85 Posts | Apply by 27 Oct?
APPSC AEE, Horticulture Officer & Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 – 85 Posts | Apply by 27 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026 start on 14 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026 is 27 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
To be notified in Detailed Notifications
What is the qualification required for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
B.Sc. Horticulture (HO); B.E./M.Sc. + 5 yrs experience (AD-FSL); AEE qualification in Detailed Notification
How to apply for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.