APPSC Forest Beat Officer (FBO) & Assistant Beat Officer Syllabus 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) manages the recruitment process for Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) roles. Securing a position in the state forest department requires a thorough understanding of the competitive examination structure. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the 2026 selection process, including the Prelims, Mains, and Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).

APPSC FBO ABO Syllabus 2026: Summary

Below is a summary of the recruitment logistics for the upcoming 2026 session.

Attribute	Details
Organization	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Posts	Forest Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer
Number of Questions	Prelims- 150 Questions Mains- 200 Questions
Marks	Prelims- 150 Marks Mains- 200 Marks
Duration	Prelims- 150 Minutes Mains- 200 minutes
Selection Process	Prelims Exam, Mains Exam and Computer Test
Official Website	www.psc.ap.gov.in

APPSC Selection Stages

The selection process is multi-tiered. Only candidates who successfully qualify in the preliminary examination are eligible to sit for the Mains stage. Following the Mains, the Computer Proficiency Test is conducted to verify practical office automation skills.

Prelims Exam Pattern

• Part A: General Studies & Mental Ability - 75 Questions, 75 Marks, 150 Minutes (shared duration)
• Part B: General Science and General Mathematics - 75 Questions, 75 Marks, 150 Minutes (shared duration)
• Total: 150 Questions, 150 Marks

Parts	Subjects	Number of Questions	Marks	Duration
A	General Studies & Mental Ability	75	75	150 Minutes
B	General Science and General Mathematics	75	75	150 Minutes

Mains Exam Pattern

Subjects	Questions	Marks	Duration
Writing an essay (Qualifying Test)	1	50	45 Minutes
Paper-1: General Studies & Mental Ability	100	100	100 Minutes
Paper-2: General Science & General Mathematics	100	100	100 Minutes

Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)

• Proficiency in Office Automation with usage of Computers and Associated Software - 60 Minutes, 100 Marks
• Qualifying Marks - SC/ST: 30, BCs: 35, OCs: 40

Important Resources & Next Steps

To prepare effectively, candidates should download the official syllabus documents and stay updated via the official portal.

• Check Official APPSC Forest Beat Officer Notification 2026 Here
• Download APPSC Forest Beat Officer Prelims Syllabus 2026 PDF
• Download APPSC Forest Beat Officer Mains Syllabus 2026 PDF

After reviewing the syllabus, candidates should focus on creating a structured study plan, solving mock papers, and monitoring the official website, www.psc.ap.gov.in, for admit card release dates and exam center announcements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the time duration for ABO & FBO Exam 2026?

The total duration for the APPSC ABO & FBO Prelims Exam 2026 is 150 minutes.

Where can we get the official syllabus?

Candidates can find the complete syllabus and exam pattern details right here in this guide, or visit the official APPSC website at www.psc.ap.gov.in.

What are the qualifying marks for the CPT?

The qualifying marks for the Computer Proficiency Test are 30 for SC/ST, 35 for BCs, and 40 for OCs.

Is there a descriptive paper in the Mains exam?

Yes, the Mains exam includes a descriptive qualifying test consisting of an essay in English, Telugu, or Urdu, carrying 50 marks.