Access the latest topic-wise APSPDCL AEE Syllabus 2026 here. Get full details on the marking scheme, exam pattern, and download the official syllabus PDF.
The APSPDCL Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) exam structure is divided into two primary sections: General Aptitude—encompassing General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, English Language & Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge—and the specific Core Technical disciplines (Electrical, Civil, and Telecom).
APSPDCL AEE Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026
This guide provides an exhaustive, topic-by-topic breakdown of the APSPDCL AEE Exam 2026. Refer to the table below for a comprehensive overview of the examination structure.
| Particular | Details |
| Exam Name | APSPDCL Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) Exam 2026 |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 3 hours (no sectional timing) |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | Nil |
| Exam Date | 22nd – 29th August 2026 |
APSPDCL AEE Exam Pattern 2026
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is designed as a 3-hour (180-minute) examination consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. Please note that the test is administered in English only.
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Core Subject (Technical) | 70 | 70 | 3 hours |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 05 | 05 | |
| General Awareness | 07 | 07 | |
| English Language & Comprehension | 05 | 05 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 08 | 08 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 05 | 05 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Important: There is no negative marking applicable for the Computer-Based Test.
APSPDCL AEE Syllabus 2026
The official syllabus for each subject has been published; candidates are encouraged to align their preparation with the detailed topics provided below. Prioritize your study efforts on the core technical subjects, as they carry significant weightage in the final assessment.
Reasoning & General Intelligence Syllabus
- Semantic analogy and symbolic/number analogy
- Figural analogy and trends
- Space orientation and Venn diagrams
- Semantic, symbolic, number, and figural classification
- Drawing inferences
- Punched hole/pattern folding and unfolding
- Semantic series, number series, and figural series
- Embedded figures
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Emotional and social intelligence
- Word building, coding-decoding
- Numerical operations
General Awareness
- Current affairs (national and international)
- Indian history, culture, and heritage
- Geography (India and world)
- Economic policies and development
- General science and scientific research
- India and its neighboring countries
Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus
- Computation of whole numbers, decimals, and fractions
- Relationships between numbers and order among numbers
- Estimation and prediction from computation
- Arithmetic concepts — LCM, HCF, percentages, ratios, averages
- Selection of appropriate operations for real-life problems
- Alternative computation procedures
English Language Syllabus
- Vocabulary: synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, spellings
- Grammar: sentence structure, active/passive voice, direct/indirect speech
- Error spotting, fill in the blanks
- Idioms and phrases, one-word substitution
- Sentence improvement and jumbled sentences
- Cloze passage and comprehension passages (at least one passage from a book/story and one from current affairs/editorial)
Computer Knowledge Syllabus
- Computer basics: CPU, input/output devices, memory organization, backup, PORTs
- Windows Explorer and keyboard shortcuts
- MS Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Internet and email: browsing, downloading/uploading, managing email, e-banking
- Networking basics: devices and protocols
- Cybersecurity: threats (hacking, viruses, worms, Trojans) and preventive measures
AEE Electrical Syllabus
- Electric Circuits: KCL, KVL, Network theorems (Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Superposition), AC/DC analysis, Resonance, Two-port networks
- Electrical Machines: Transformers, DC Machines, Induction Motors, Synchronous Machines
- Power Systems: Transmission lines, Load flow, Fault analysis, Protection systems, Circuit breakers, Power system stability
- Utilization & Control Systems: Transfer functions, Bode plots, Root loci, Heating, Electric traction
- Measurements: Bridges, PMMC, Dynamometer instruments, Oscilloscopes
- Analog & Digital Electronics: Diodes, BJT, FET, Logic circuits, Microprocessor basics
- Power Electronics & Drives: Thyristors, GTOs, MOSFETs, IGBTs, Rectifiers, Inverters, Choppers
AEE Telecom Syllabus
- Network Analysis, Laplace & Fourier Transforms, Z-transforms
- Electronic Devices & Circuits, Digital Circuits
- Linear Control Systems, Transmission Lines & Antennas
- Maxwell’s Equations, Waveguides, Microwave Communication
- Communication Systems (Analog & Digital), Satellite & Fiber Optic Communication
AEE Civil Syllabus
- Strength of Materials, Reinforced Concrete Design
- Soil Mechanics, Steel Structures
- Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machinery
- Foundation Engineering
APSPDCL AEE Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
| OC / EWS | 40% |
| BC | 35% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 30% |
APSPDCL AEE Syllabus PDF Download
The Southern Power Distribution Company of A.P. Ltd (APSPDCL) has released the official syllabus alongside a detailed notification. For your convenience, we have extracted the relevant syllabus sections into the PDF provided below.
FAQs
Is the CBT conducted in Hindi or regional languages?
The Computer-Based Test is conducted exclusively in the English language.
What happens if two candidates score equal marks?
Tie-breaking policy: Candidates with a higher age are ranked higher. In the event of a remaining tie, the candidate who completed their degree earlier is given priority.
Is there any negative marking in APSPDCL AEE CBT?
There is no negative marking scheme for the Computer-Based Test.
Which section holds maximum weightage in APSPDCL AEE Exam?
In the APSPDCL AEE examination, 70 marks are specifically allocated to the Core Technical subject relative to the discipline chosen.
What is the syllabus for the General Awareness section?
The General Awareness section covers current affairs, Indian history, geography, cultural heritage, economic policies, and general science. Questions are designed to test awareness of day-to-day observations and events involving India and its neighboring countries.
Is the syllabus the same for all three AEE posts?
The general sections (Reasoning, General Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge) are common across all three posts. Only the Core Technical syllabus (worth 70 marks) varies by specific discipline.
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