APPSC AEE Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern PDF: Download Latest Guide

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is set to release the official notification for 503 Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) vacancies on 15th September 2026. For aspirants, mastering the APPSC AEE Syllabus 2026 and exam pattern is the first step toward success. This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the subjects, marking criteria, and essential study strategies to help you build an effective preparation plan.

APPSC AEE Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

Success in the APPSC AEE examination requires a strategic approach to subject-wise topics and weightage. By identifying key concepts, candidates can optimize their revision time and focus on high-scoring areas. The 2026 APPSC AEE syllabus and exam pattern cover a three-paper structure for the OMR-based Computer Based Test (CBT).

APPSC AEE Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026- Overview
Organization Name	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
Post Name	Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE)
Exam Name	APPSC AEE Exam 2026
Vacancies	503
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test
Number of Questions	450
Time Duration	450 minutes
Negative Marking	0.33 mark
Selection Process	Written examination Document Verification

APPSC Assistant Executive Engineer Selection Process 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission follows a structured two-stage recruitment process. Candidates must first excel in the written examination before advancing to the document verification phase. Below are the key stages of the selection process:

1. Written examination: This is the first stage of the selection process, which is conducted in an objective format. Candidates must qualify at this stage to move to the next recruitment stage. Marks obtained in this stage determine the final merit of the candidate.
2. Document Verification: In this stage, candidates need to get their educational and category certificates, age proof, local residence certificate, and photo-ID proof verified.

APPSC AEE Exam Pattern 2026

Understanding the exam structure is crucial for all applicants. The written test comprises three distinct papers: General Studies & Mental Ability, a common Civil & Mechanical paper, and a specialized technical paper for Civil or Mechanical Engineering. The detailed APPSC AEE Exam Pattern 2026 is outlined below.

• The APPSC AEE written exam will be MCQ-based.
• Candidates get 150 minutes for each paper.
• Each paper carries 150 questions, so in total there are 450 questions.
• For every wrong answer, 0.33 marks are deducted.
• With each correct answer, candidates get +1 mark.

Papers	Subjects	Number of Questions	Total Marks	Duration
Paper 1	General Studies & Mental Ability	150	150	150 minutes
Paper 2	Civil & Mechanical (Common Paper)	150	150	150 minutes
Paper 3	Civil Engineering	150	150	150 minutes
	Mechanical Engineering
Total		450	450	450 minutes

Minimum Qualifying Marks 2026

To advance to the next recruitment stage, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks specified for their respective categories. Adhering to these cut-off standards is essential for selection. The specific minimum qualifying marks for the 2026 examination are provided below.

Categories	Minimum Qualifying Marks
Open category, Sports Persons, Ex-Service men & EWS	45%
Backward Class	35%
SCs, STs & PHs	30%

APPSC AEE Syllabus 2026

The official syllabus is categorized into three papers: Paper 1 (General Studies & Mental Ability), Paper 2 (Common for Civil & Mechanical), and Paper 3 (Subject-specific for Civil or Mechanical Engineering). Find the complete, topic-wise breakdown of the APPSC AEE 2026 syllabus below.