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APPSC Group I
APPSC Group I Services Prelims
Andhra Pradesh PSC Group I Prelims — Paper 1 + Paper 2 (CSAT) screening test for Deputy Collector / DSP posts.
Updated 27 Aug 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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APPSC Group I eligibility
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
- Age
- 18 – 42 years (General)18-42 for General (upper limit relaxed by the AP government from earlier 34). Reference date is 1 July of the exam year. OBC/SC/ST/PwBD: further relaxations per AP rules.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university.
- Attempts
- No formal attempt limit other than the upper age cap.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen.
- Other
- Telugu language proficiency required for some posts at Mains/Interview stage.
- Domicile of Andhra Pradesh preferred but not strictly required for all posts.
APPSC Group I cutoffs
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Screening Test cutoff (Prelims — qualifying for Mains)
out of 240 marks (Paper 1 + Paper 2)APPSC Group 1 cutoffs vary by post and year; this is a representative range from the most recent published cycle.
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | General | ~150 – 165 |
| 2023 | BC | ~140 – 158 |
| 2023 | SC | ~120 – 138 |
| 2023 | ST | ~110 – 128 |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
APPSC Group I salary after selection
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Deputy Collector / Commercial Tax Officer / DySP (Group 1)
Pay Level 26 (AP)- Basic pay
- ₹56,870
- Gross monthly
- ₹88,000 – ₹1,00,000 (Vijayawada/Vizag, after probation)
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
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2025
240 में से 20 प्रश्न
ये प्रश्न हल करें →2024
240 में से 20 प्रश्न
ये प्रश्न हल करें →2023
240 में से 20 प्रश्न
ये प्रश्न हल करें →2022
240 में से 20 प्रश्न
ये प्रश्न हल करें →2021
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APPSC Group I — Quick Practice
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General Studies
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24 QsEnglish Language
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Students
4
Mocks taken
8
Average score
34%
Top score
61%
What can I get from APPSC Group I?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
All-AP top rankers
95–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Rank holder benefits — medal, cash award, media recognition
- •Guaranteed first choice across all Group I posts and locations
- •Deputy Collector (Collectorate HQ) — capital region administrative centre
- •Fast-track career progression with mentorship opportunities
- •Typically 10-20 candidates statewide achieve this level
- •Often attempted by UPSC aspirants with strong fundamentals
Top 50 — premium posts
90–95% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector (Metro stations) — Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam guaranteed
- •Assistant Commissioner (Vigilance) — Anti-corruption wing, high-profile cadre
- •All Group I services with first choice of posting and specialization
- •Direct track to senior positions within 5-7 years of service
- •Among the highest scorers statewide in prelims
Elite range — top 100-200
82–90% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — choice of district posting, fast-track IAS feeder cadre
- •Assistant Commissioner (Head Office) — Policy-level roles in Secretariat
- •Senior-grade postings in all Group I services — metro districts guaranteed
- •District Treasury Officer — Finance department, audit & accounts cadre
- •Strong leverage for service allocation negotiations in Mains interview
- •Typically within top 1-2% of qualified candidates
Top-tier post contenders
72–82% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — Hyderabad/Visakhapatnam/Vijayawada metro postings
- •Assistant Commissioner (Endowments) — Temple administration, prestigious cadre
- •Deputy Commercial Tax Officer (Grade-I) — Senior taxation role, state-level postings
- •Labour Officer (Grade-I) — Industrial relations, factory inspection cadre
- •District Registrar — Registration & Stamps department, high-responsibility role
- •Strong position for service preference and posting location choice
Strong Mains contenders
62–72% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector (Revenue) — Senior revenue administration, district magistrate track
- •Assistant Commissioner (CT) — Commercial Tax department, taxation cadre
- •Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — preferred postings in urban districts
- •Regional Transport Officer (RTO) — Department head level, regulatory authority
- •District Employment Officer — Labour & Employment department
- •Good prospects for preferred service allocation in Mains
Mains qualifying tier
50–62% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — Group I Executive, law & order cadre
- •Assistant Section Officer (ASO) — Secretariat services, administrative cadre
- •Deputy Tahsildar — Revenue services, district-level postings
- •Deputy Regional Transport Officer (DRTO) — Transport department, regulatory role
- •Competitive for most categories, but top posts may remain out of reach
Borderline qualifying zone
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •May qualify for Mains in reserved categories (SC/ST/BC)
- •Unlikely to clear for General category (typically needs 45-50%)
- •Deputy Tahsildar — Group I post, revenue cadre, limited vacancies
- •Lower-tier Group I posts in remote districts — subject to category and vacancies
- •Requires significant improvement for competitive posts
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
News & timeline
See older updates →ताज़ा ख़बरें
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission is expected to release the APPSC Group 1 notification on August 15, 2026 as per the AP Job Calendar 2026. A total of 91 vacancies are expected across departments including Finance, General Administration, Law, Revenue, and Municipal Administration.
Candidates can apply online at psc.ap.gov.in from August 15, 2026. The last date to fill out the application form is expected to be September 4, 2026. Graduates from any stream are eligible to apply.
According to recent reports, the APPSC Group 1 Main Exam is scheduled across two sessions on December 19, 2026 and December 26, 2026. Interviews will be conducted in February 2027.
महत्वपूर्ण तारीख़ें
Application window opens
बीत गयाSat, 15 Aug, 2026
Online applications via OTPR at psc.ap.gov.in
Notification release
बीत गयाSat, 15 Aug, 2026
Per AP Job Calendar 2026; official notification PDF expected at psc.ap.gov.in
Application last date
बीत गयाFri, 4 Sept, 2026
Candidates advised to apply before last date to avoid technical issues
Prelims admit card (expected)
51 दिन बादSun, 1 Nov, 2026
Admit card typically issued 7-10 days before exam; date estimated based on expected prelims date
📍Prelims exam (expected)
65 दिन बादSun, 15 Nov, 2026
Prelims typically held 2-3 months after notification; Paper 1 (General Studies) and Paper 2 (Aptitude), 120 questions each
Prelims answer key (expected)
75 दिन बादWed, 25 Nov, 2026
Answer key usually released within 1-2 weeks after prelims
Prelims result (expected)
85 दिन बादSat, 5 Dec, 2026
Result expected approximately 3 weeks after prelims
📍Mains exam (expected)
99 दिन बादSat, 19 Dec, 2026
Scheduled across two sessions on Dec 19 and Dec 26, 2026 (excluding Dec 25)
Interview/Personality Test (expected)
144 दिन बादTue, 2 Feb, 2027
Interviews expected in two batches on Feb 2 and Feb 10, 2027; carries 75 marks
Final result (expected)
185 दिन बादMon, 15 Mar, 2027
Final merit list based on Mains (750 marks) + Interview (75 marks)
सिलेबस
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General Studies
Indian Polity and Governance
Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
Indian Economy and Planning
Economic Development, Planning, Budgeting, Banking, Agriculture, Industry
History of India
Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh
Geography of India
Physical, Social and Economic Geography with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh
Science and Technology
Developments in Science & Technology, IT, Space, Nuclear, Defence
Current Affairs
National and International Current Affairs, Important Events and Developments
Disaster Management
Disaster Management, Prevention, Mitigation and Preparedness
Mental Ability and Reasoning
Logical Reasoning
Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Directions
Analytical Reasoning
Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Syllogisms, Data Sufficiency
Verbal Reasoning
Blood Relations, Directions, Statement-Conclusions, Critical Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Pattern Recognition, Figure Series, Mirror Images, Paper Folding
Data Interpretation
Tables, Graphs, Charts, Data Analysis and Interpretation
Quantitative Aptitude
Arithmetic
Number Systems, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio & Proportion
Algebra
Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Inequalities, Progressions
Geometry
Lines, Angles, Triangles, Circles, Polygons, Mensuration
Time, Speed and Distance
Time-Speed-Distance, Average Speed, Relative Speed, Trains, Boats and Streams
Time and Work
Work Efficiency, Pipes and Cisterns, Work and Wages
Statistics and Probability
Mean, Median, Mode, Standard Deviation, Basic Probability
English Language
Vocabulary
Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms and Phrases
Grammar
Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement, Active-Passive Voice
Reading Comprehension
Passage Reading, Main Ideas, Inference, Vocabulary in Context
Sentence Correction and Formation
Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks
Verbal Ability
Para Jumbles, Sentence Rearrangement, Cloze Test