APPSC Group 3 Notification 2026: Exam Date, Eligibility, and Selection Process

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) conducts the APPSC Group 3 recruitment drive to fill various roles, including Panchayat Secretary, Horticulture MPEOs, Assistant Statistical Officer, Village Revenue Officer (VRO), and Extension Officer. Interested candidates can apply via the official website at www.psc.ap.gov.in once the official APPSC Group 3 Notification 2026 is released, which will confirm the specific registration dates. 

APPSC Group 3 2026 Notification

The official APPSC Group 3 Notification 2026 is expected to be published shortly on the commission's website, www.psc.ap.gov.in. This document will detail essential aspects such as vacancy count, eligibility standards, and the selection process. We will provide a direct link for you to download the official notification PDF as soon as it becomes available. 

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APPSC Group 3 Exam 2026- Summary

All applications for the APPSC Group 3 Exam 2026 must be submitted exclusively through the official Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission portal at www.psc.ap.gov.in. The selection process is structured into two main tiers: a Preliminary Examination and a Main Examination. 

APPSC Group 3 Exam 2026- Overview
Organization	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
Exam Name	APPSC Group 3 Exam 2026
Post	Panchayat Secretary Grade, Horticulture MPEOs, Assistant Statistical Officer, Village Revenue Officer (VRO), Extension Officer, and others
Vacancies	To be Announced
Mode of Application	Online
Registration Dates	To be Notified
Age Limit	18-42 Years
Job Location	Andhra Pradesh
Selection process	Prelims Exam Mains Exam
Salary	Rs. 16,400-49,870
Official Website	www.pcs.ap.gov.in

APPSC Group 3 Eligibility Criteria 2026

Aspiring candidates must strictly adhere to the eligibility criteria set by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) to qualify for the recruitment process. These requirements primarily encompass specific age limits and educational qualifications, detailed in the sections below.

Educational Qualification

To be eligible for APPSC Group 3 positions, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university approved by the State or Central Government. Additionally, proficiency in the Telugu language—both written and verbal—is a mandatory requirement for applicants.

Age Limit

The age limit for the APPSC Group 3 exam is set between 18 and 42 years. However, candidates from reserved categories are eligible for age relaxation in accordance with the latest government regulations.

Category	Years Relaxed
SC / ST / BC	5 Years
PH (Persons with Disabilities)	10 Years
ESM (Ex-Servicemen)	3 Years + Service Years Rendered
AP State Government Employees	Maximum up to 5 Years

APPSC Group 3 Selection Process 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) utilizes a multi-stage selection process to identify and recruit the most qualified candidates for Group 3 services. The standard selection stages are outlined as follows:

1. Prelims Exam: The Prelims Exam is the first stage of the APPSC Group 3 selection process. It is qualifying in nature, and the marks obtained in this stage are not counted in the final merit list. Candidates who qualify in the prelims exam are shortlisted for the Mains Examination.
2. Mains Examination: The Mains Exam is the final and most important stage of the selection process. It carries a total of 300 marks. The final merit list is prepared based on the marks scored in the Mains Examination.

APPSC Group 3 Exam Pattern 2026

The APPSC Group 3 recruitment process consists of two primary stages: a Prelims Exam and a Mains Examination. The Preliminary stage serves as a qualifying round; successful candidates advance to the Mains, which determines the final merit ranking.

APPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

• All questions in the prelims exam are objective type (MCQs).
• The prelims exam consists of two sections.
• The total marks for the prelims exam are 150, with 75 marks allotted to each section.

Section	Subject	Questions	Marks
A	General Studies & Mental Abilities	75	75
B	Rural Development & Problems in Rural Areas	75	75
Total		150	150

APPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2026

The APPSC Group 3 Mains Examination is evaluated for a total of 300 marks. Please refer to the comprehensive paper-wise exam pattern provided below for further insights.

Paper	Subject	Questions	Marks
1	General Studies & Mental Abilities	150	150
2	Rural Development & Problems in Rural Areas	150	150
Total		300	300