APPSC AE Recruitment 2021: The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has officially announced 190 vacancies for Assistant Engineer positions across various state departments, comprising 155 fresh openings and 35 carried-forward vacancies. Candidates holding a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering are invited to apply for these prestigious government roles. Selection will be based on a comprehensive written examination.
APPSC AE Recruitment 2021 Notification
A detailed official notification for the 190 Assistant Engineer posts (Advt No. 11/2021) was released by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission, Vijayawada, on 7th October 2021 via psc.ap.gov.in. For comprehensive details regarding the APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2021, please refer to the official notification document linked below.
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APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2021
Review the essential highlights and job summary for the APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2021 below.
| APPSC AE Recruitment 2021 Notification | |
| Organization Name | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission, APPSC |
| Posts | Assistant Engineer |
| Total Vacancies | 190 |
| Advt. No. | 11 of 2021 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration | 21st October to 11th November 2021 |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| 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 2021: Important Dates
Stay updated with all crucial dates for the APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2021 by referring to the schedule table provided below.
| APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2021: Important Dates | |
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 07th October 2021 |
| Starting Date of Online Application | 21st October 2021 |
| Closing Date of Online Application | 11th November 2021 |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | 10th November 2021 |
| CBT Exam Date | To Be Notified Soon |
| Admit Card Release Date | To Be Notified Soon |
| Result Declaration | To Be Notified Soon |
APPSC Assistant Engineer Vacancy 2021
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission is inviting applications for 190 Assistant Engineer posts within the state government, consisting of 155 fresh vacancies and 35 carried-forward posts. Please verify the zone-wise vacancy distribution for the APPSC AE 2021 exam in the table below:
Fresh Vacancies
| Post Code | Name of the Department | Zone-I | Zone-II | Zone-III | Zone-IV | Total |
| 01 | AE (Civil) in A.P. RWS &S Engineering Sub-ordinate Service | 18 | 13 | 15 | 22 | 68 |
| 02 | AE (Civil / Mechanical) in A.P Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Sub-ordinate Service | 34 | - | - | - | 34 |
| 04 | AE (Civil or Mechanical) in Endowment Sub-ordinate Service | 01 | - | 01 | 01 | 03 |
| 08 | AE (Civil ) in A.P. Water Resources Sub-ordinate Service | 08 | 09 | 11 | 17 | 45 |
| 09 | AE (Mechanical) in A.P. Water Resources Sub-ordinate Service | 01 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 05 |
| Total Fresh vacancies | 155 | |||||
Carried Forward Vacancies
| Post Code | Name of the Department | Zone-I | Zone-II | Zone-III | Zone-IV | Total |
| 01 | AE (Civil) in A.P. RWS &S Engineering Sub-ordinate Service | 06 | 02 | 10 | 06 | 24 |
| 03 | AE (ENV) in PH & ME Sub-ordinate Service | 01 | 01 | 01 | 03 | 06 |
| 05 | AE (Civil) (PH) in A.P Public Health & MPL Engineering Sub-ordinate Service | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| 06 | Municipal Assistant Engineer (Civil) in A.P Public Health & MPL Engineering Sub-ordinate Service | - | 02 | - | - | 02 |
| 07 | AE (Civil) in A.P Ground Water Sub-ordinate Service | - | - | 01 | - | 01 |
| Total Carried Forward vacancies | 35 | |||||
APPSC Assistant Engineer Apply Online
The APPSC AE online application portal opens on 21st October 2021 at the official website, www.psc.ap.gov.in. Candidates can submit their applications for the APPSC AE 2021 exam until 11th November 2021. We recommend applying well before the deadline to avoid potential server congestion or technical issues. Click the link below to access the application form.
Apply online for APPSC Assistant Engineer 2021 (Link Active)
How to apply online for APPSC AE Recruitment 2021?
Once the application portal is active starting 21st October 2021, eligible candidates can register and apply by following these straightforward steps:
Step-1: Visit the official Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission website at www.psc.ap.gov.in.
Step-2: Log in using your registered OTPR number. If you are a new user, complete the OTPR registration process first to generate your unique ID.
Step-3: Accurately fill in all required personal and academic details and upload the necessary documents.
Step-4: Thoroughly review your application data to ensure all information is correct before submission.
Step-5: Process the application fee payment and click the "Submit" button to finalize your application.
Step-6: Download and save the submitted application form for your records and future reference.
APPSC AE Recruitment 2021 Application Fee
An application fee is required for the APPSC AE 2021 examination. Any necessary corrections will incur a charge of Rs. 100/- per instance; however, critical fields such as name, fee, and age relaxation details cannot be modified. Payments must be made online via Credit/Debit Cards or Internet Banking; Demand Drafts and IPOs are not accepted.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | Rs. 330/- |
| OBC/SC/ST/PwD Category | Rs. 250/- |
APPSC AE Recruitment 2021 Eligibility Criteria
Before proceeding with your online application, please review the official eligibility criteria, including education qualifications and age relaxation policies detailed below.
Educational Qualification (as on 7th October 2021)
Candidates applying for the Assistant Engineer post must meet the specific educational qualifications outlined in the table below:
| S No. | Name of Post | Educational Qualifications |
| 1. | 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 |
| 2. | 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. |
| 3. | 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 |
| 4. | 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. |
| 5. | 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 |
| 6. | 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 |
| 7. | Assistant Engineer (Civil) in A.P Ground Water Sub-ordinate Service | Diploma in Civil Engineering or any other equivalent qualification |
| 8. | 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. |
| 9. | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) In A.P. Water Resources Sub-ordinate 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 (as on 1st July 2021)
The age limit for unreserved category candidates is 18 to 42 years. Please check the table below for age relaxation norms applicable to reserved categories.
| S No. | Category | Age Relaxation |
| 1. (a) | SC, ST, BCs, and EWS | 5 years |
| 1. (b) | For SC/ST CF. vacancies (Limited) | 10 years |
| 2. | Physically Handicapped Persons | 10 years |
| 3. | 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. |
| 4. | N.C.C. (who has worked as an Instructor in N.C.C.) | |
| 5. | 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. |
APPSC AE Recruitment 2021 Selection Process
Selection for the APPSC AE position will be based on performance in the written examination. Candidates must appear for all three papers; failure to attend any paper will result in immediate disqualification. Shortlisted candidates based on exam scores will be invited for document verification.
APPSC Assistant Engineer Exam Pattern 2021
1. The written examination consists of three papers.
2. Each paper contains 150 questions.
3. Candidates are allowed a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes per paper.
4. The examination will be conducted exclusively in English.
5. There is a negative marking scheme where 1/3 of a mark is deducted for every 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 |
APPSC Assistant Engineer Syllabus 2021
Paper 1: General Studies and Mental Ability
- Events of national and international importance.
- Current affairs- international, national, and regional.
- General Science and its applications to the day-to-day life Contemporary developments in Science & Technology and Information Technology.
- A social-economic and political history of modern India with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh. (Starts from 1707 AD).
- Indian polity and governance: constitutional issues, public policy, reforms and e-governance initiatives with specific reference to Andhra Pradesh.
- Economic development in India since independence with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh.
- Physical geography of Indian sub-continent and Andhra Pradesh.
- Disaster management: vulnerability profile, prevention and mitigation strategies, Application of Remote Sensing and GIS in the assessment of Disaster.
- Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection.
- Logical reasoning, analytical ability and data interpretation.
- Data Analysis:
a) Data tabulation
b) Visual data representation
c) Basic data analysis (Mean, Median, Mode, Variance, Coefficient of Variation) and data interpretation.
- Bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and its Administrative, Economic, Social, Cultural, Political, and Legal implications/problems.
Paper-2 (Common for Civil & Mechanical)
- Solid Mechanics
- Fluid Mechanics
Paper-3 (Common for Environmental & Civil)
- Water Supply Engineering
- Wastewater Engineering
- Air and Noise Pollution
- Solid Waste Management
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Sustainable Development
- Water Resource Engineering
- Surveying
- Soil Mechanic and Foundation Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
- Solid Mechanics and Analysis of Structures
- Design of Structures
- Building Materials and Construction Practice
APPSC Assistant Engineer Salary
The APPSC is hiring engineering professionals for 190 posts. Successful candidates of the APPSC AE 2021 recruitment will receive a salary ranging from Rs. 31,460/- to Rs. 84,970/- per month.
APPSC AE Admit Card 2021
The APPSC AE Admit Card will be released on the official website (www.psc.ap.gov.in). The admit card serves as the mandatory hall ticket, containing essential details such as the exam center, date, and candidate instructions.
APPSC AE Result 2021
Following the successful completion of the examinations, the APPSC will publish the results on their official website. Candidates who qualify in the written test will be provisionally selected for the Assistant Engineer role.
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