APPSC Group I β Nature of Posts, Eligibility & Age Criteria
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) Group I Services
constitute the highest level of administrative, executive, and enforcement
positions in the state civil services. These posts involve policy
implementation, public administration, law enforcement, revenue management,
and social welfare responsibilities.
I. APPSC Group I β Name of the Posts
- Deputy Collector in A.P. Civil Service (Executive Branch)
- Assistant Commissioner of State Tax in A.P. State Tax Service
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) β Category II in A.P. Police Service
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Jails) in A.P. Jail Service
- Divisional / District Fire Officer in State Disaster Response & Fire Services
- Regional Transport Officer (RTO) in A.P. Transport Service
- District Backward Classes Welfare Officer in A.P. B.C. Welfare Service
- District Social Welfare Officer in A.P. Social Welfare Service
- Deputy Registrar in A.P. Cooperative Service
- Municipal Commissioner (GradeβII) in A.P. Municipal Administration Service
- District Registrar in Land & Stamps (Assurance)
- Assistant Treasury Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer in A.P. Treasury & Accounts Service
- Assistant Prohibition & Excise Superintendent in A.P. Excise Service
- District Employment Officer in A.P. Employment Exchange Service
- Assistant Audit Officer in A.P. State Audit Service
II. Educational Qualification
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A Graduation Degree from a recognized University is the
basic educational qualification.
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Post-wise or service-specific qualifications (if any) will be notified
in the official APPSC Group I Notification.
III. Age Limit
The age limit for APPSC Group I examination is as follows:
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age: 42 Years
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Age is calculated based on the cut-off date mentioned in the official
notification.
IV. Age Relaxation Details
| Sl. No |
Category |
Age Relaxation |
| 1 |
SC / ST / BC / EWS |
5 Years |
| 2 |
SC / ST (Vacancies Limited) |
10 Years |
| 3 |
Persons with Disabilities (PH) |
10 Years |
| 4 |
Ex-Servicemen / NCC |
Length of military service + 3 Years (deducted from actual age)
|
| 5 |
Regular A.P. State Government Employees |
5 Years (Maximum) |
| 6 |
Employees of Corporations / Municipalities |
Not Eligible |
APPSC Group I Services demand strong administrative capability,
ethical integrity, leadership qualities, and a deep understanding
of governance. Aspirants should prepare with a clear understanding
of the nature of posts, eligibility conditions, and service
responsibilities to align their preparation with real-time
administrative challenges.