The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), headquartered in Vijayawada, oversees the selection of qualified engineering professionals for various state departments. The upcoming APPSC AE Recruitment 2026 offers a promising career pathway for candidates holding relevant engineering credentials. This comprehensive guide details everything you need to know about the Assistant Engineer positions, including eligibility criteria, application steps, fee guidelines, exam structure, and notifications.
APPSC AE Recruitment 2026- Highlights
Review the core highlights of the recruitment drive below:
| APPSC AE Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Posts | Assistant Engineer (AE) |
| Total Vacancies | To be notified |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration | To be notified |
| Selection Process | Written Examination |
| Salary | Rs.31,460/- to 84,970/- |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Site | www.psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC AE Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
Keep track of the official schedule through the table below:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | -- |
| Starting Date of Online Application | -- |
| Closing Date of Online Application | -- |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | -- |
| CBT Exam Date | -- |
| Admit Card Release Date | -- |
Educational Qualification & Department Details
Applicants must hold relevant diplomas or bachelor's degrees in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering depending on the specific sub-service department:
| Name of Post | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) in A.P. RWS & S Engineering Subordinate Service | L.C.E issued by the State Board of Technical Education & Training A.P or any other qualification equivalent thereto which are recognized by the SBTET |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mechanical) in A.P Panchayati Raj Engineering Sub-Service | B.E Degree (Civil) or B.E Degree (Mechanical) of any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act or an equivalent qualification. |
| Assistant Engineer (ENV) in PH & ME Subordinate Service | A four-year, Degree in B.E / B.Tech., in Environmental Engineering OR B.E/B. Tech.,/AMIE (Civil) from any University established by an Act of Government of India OR State Act and recognized by the University Grants Commission and approved by AICTE |
| Assistant Engineer in Endowment Subordinate Service | Must possess a Diploma in Engineering (Civil or Mechanical) issued by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh. |
| Assistant Engineer (PH) in A.P Public Health & MPL Engineering Subordinate Service | A Degree in B.E Civil or Mechanical of a University established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, State or Provincial Act or Institution Recognized by UGC; B. Sc. (Engineering) from Banaras Hindu University |
| Municipal Assistant Engineer (Civil) in A.P Public Health & MPL Engineering Sub-ordinate Service | A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Civil Engineering of a university in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, State Act or an Institution Recognized by the UGC/AICTE or a pass in Section ‘A’ and ‘B’ of AMIE(India) examination in Civil Engineering |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) in A.P Ground Water Sub-ordinate Service | Diploma in Civil Engineering or any other equivalent qualification |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) in A.P. Water Resources Sub-ordinate Service | Must possess a Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree qualification in Civil Engineering of a University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, Provincial Act or a State Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission/All India Council for Technical Education or an equivalent qualification. |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) In A.P. Water Resources Subordinate Service | Must possess a Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering of a University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, Provincial Act or a State Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission / All India Council for Technical Education or equivalent qualification |
Age Limit and Relaxations
The standard age limit for unreserved candidates is between 18 and 42 years. Relaxations apply for specific categories:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BCs, and EWS | 5 years |
| For SC/ST CF. vacancies (Limited) | 10 years |
| Physically Handicapped Persons | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Shall be allowed to deduct from his age 3 years in addition to the length of service rendered by him in the armed forces/NCC. |
| N.C.C. (who has worked as an Instructor in N.C.C.) | Shall be allowed to deduct from his age 3 years in addition to the length of service rendered by him in the armed forces/NCC. |
| Regular A.P. State Government Employees (Employees of Corporations, Municipalities, etc. are not eligible) | Allowed to deduct from his age the length of regular Service under State Government up to a maximum of five years for the maximum age limit. |
Application Fee Structure
Application processing fees must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. Offline methods like Demand Drafts or IPOs are not accepted.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 330/- |
| OBC/SC/ST/PwD Category | Rs. 250/- |
A fee of Rs. 100/- applies to application form corrections. Please note that modifications to applicant names, fee details, and age relaxation categories are not permitted.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The written examination is conducted in English only and consists of multiple-choice questions with a negative marking of 1/3 marks for each incorrect answer.
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 2 hr 30 minutes |
| Paper 2 | Civil/ Mechanical | 150 | 150 | 2 hr 30 minutes |
| Paper 3 | Environmental Engineering/ Civil (For Post Code 03 Only) | 150 | 150 | 2 hr 30 minutes |
How to apply online for APPSC AE Recruitment 2026?
Follow these procedural steps to complete your online submission successfully:
- Visit the official website of Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) at www.psc.ap.gov.in.
- Login by registered OTPR number; if you don’t have an OTPR number, then first fill in the OTPR application carefully to obtain an OTPR ID.
- Fill in all the details carefully and upload the required documents.
- Recheck all the information filled in by you to avoid mistakes.
- Pay the application fee, and click on “Submit”.
- Download the application form for future use
After submitting your application successfully, keep track of official announcements for admit card releases and exam center details. Prepare your travel arrangements in advance once CBT dates are published.
Official Notification Reference
Candidates can review detailed official guidelines and requirements by downloading the previous year reference document: APPSC AE Notification (Previous Year) - Download PDF.
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