APPSC Recruitment 2026: The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released three recruitment notifications for 85 posts in different departments. The vacancies include Assistant Environmental Engineer, Horticulture Officer and Assistant Director in the Forensic Science Laboratory.
The online application process for all three posts will begin on 6 October 2026 and the last date to apply is 27 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM. Candidates must apply online through the official APPSC website. No offline applications will be accepted.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Assistant Environmental Engineer | Horticulture Officer | Assistant Director (FSL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notification No. | 08/2026 | 19/2026 | 11/2026 |
| Department | A.P. Pollution Control Board | A.P. Horticulture Service | A.P. State Forensic Science Laboratory |
| Vacancies | 40 | 37 | 8 |
| Total Posts | 85 | ||
| Application Mode | Online | Online | Online |
| Application Start | 6 October 2026 | 6 October 2026 | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 27 October 2026 | 27 October 2026 | 27 October 2026 |
The three brief notifications were issued on 15 September 2026. The Detailed Notifications are expected on or before 6 October 2026.
APPSC Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026 |
| Last Time | 11:59 PM |
The date of the respective Detailed Notification will be treated as the crucial date for eligibility, including age and educational qualification.
APPSC Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
Assistant Environmental Engineer – 40 Posts
The A.P. Pollution Control Board has 40 vacancies for Assistant Environmental Engineer.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Environmental Engineer | 40 | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
The educational qualification for this post has not yet been specified in the Brief Notification and will be provided in the Detailed Notification.
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Horticulture Officer – 37 Posts
There are 37 vacancies for Horticulture Officer in the A.P. Horticulture Service.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Horticulture Officer | 37 | ₹54,060–₹1,40,540 |
Assistant Director – Forensic Science Laboratory – 8 Posts
The Assistant Director vacancies are divided into four disciplines.
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Forensic Engineering | 1 Carried Forward |
| Physics | 2 |
| Chemistry | 2 |
| Biology | 3 |
| Total | 8 |
The pay scale for these posts is ₹57,100–₹1,47,760.
APPSC Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification
Assistant Environmental Engineer
The qualification is not specified in the Brief Notification. Candidates should wait for the Detailed Notification, which is expected on or before 6 October 2026.
Horticulture Officer
Candidates must have a four-year B.Sc. Degree or B.Sc. (Hons) Degree in Horticulture from a recognised university in Andhra Pradesh or a university accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
The required qualification must be held on the date of the Detailed Notification.
Assistant Director – FSL
The qualification depends on the discipline:
| Discipline | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Forensic Engineering | B.E. in Mechanical/Structural Engineering or equivalent B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Production Engineering |
| Physics | M.Sc. in First or Second Class in Physics or specified equivalent subjects |
| Chemistry | M.Sc. in First or Second Class in Chemistry or specified equivalent qualification |
| Biology | M.Sc. in 1st/2nd Class in Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or specified equivalent subjects, or qualifying Medicine + Science degree |
Candidates applying for Assistant Director (FSL) must also have exceptionally good eyesight, and colour blindness will be a disqualification. At least 5 years of practical experience in a Forensic Science, Chemistry, Analytical or Police Laboratory is required.
APPSC Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
The age limit has not been specified in the three Brief Notifications.
The age limit and applicable age relaxations for Assistant Environmental Engineer, Horticulture Officer and Assistant Director (FSL) will be announced in their respective Detailed Notifications.
APPSC Recruitment 2026: Salary
The notified pay scales are:
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Assistant Environmental Engineer | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Horticulture Officer | ₹54,060–₹1,40,540 |
| Assistant Director (FSL) | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
APPSC Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
Unlike some other APPSC recruitments, these three posts will have a single-level examination. No separate Screening Test will be conducted, regardless of the number of applications received.
The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. Normalisation may be applied if the examination is conducted in multiple sessions.
How to Apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026
Candidates will have to apply online only.
- Visit the official APPSC website.
- Read the respective Detailed Notification carefully.
- Check the qualification, age and other eligibility conditions.
- Open the online application link.
- Enter all required details correctly.
- Complete the application process as instructed.
- Submit the form before the last date.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Applications can be submitted from 6 October 2026 to 27 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
APPSC Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| AEE Notification | Notification No. 08/2026 |
| Horticulture Officer Notification | Notification No. 19/2026 |
| Assistant Director FSL Notification | Notification No. 11/2026 |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
The application and notification links are provided through the APPSC website and its recruitment notification section.
APPSC Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in APPSC Recruitment 2026?
APPSC has announced 85 posts across three notifications: 40 Assistant Environmental Engineer posts, 37 Horticulture Officer posts and 8 Assistant Director (Forensic Science Laboratory) posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026?
The online application process for all three posts will close on 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications will start on 6 October 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification for Horticulture Officer?
Candidates need a four-year B.Sc. or B.Sc. (Hons) Degree in Horticulture from a recognised university in Andhra Pradesh or a university accredited by ICAR.
