The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Brief Notification No. 27/2026 for the post of Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) in various engineering departments. A total of 503 posts (provisional) are on offer. The online application window opens on 02 November 2026 and closes on 22 November 2026. The minimum qualification is a B.E./B.Tech degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (branch as per the post code). Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification released | 13 October 2026 |
| Detailed notification | On or before 02 November 2026 |
| Online application start | 02 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 22 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Fee payment last date | To be notified |
| Exam date | To be notified |
| Admit card | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | To be notified in the detailed notification |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS / PwD | To be notified in the detailed notification |
The application fee for this notification has not yet been confirmed; candidates should check the detailed notification on psc.ap.gov.in before applying.
Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Department | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Assistant Executive Engineer — Public Health & Municipal Engineering Department | 503 (provisional) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical (branch as per post code) |
| 02 | Assistant Executive Engineer — Panchayat Raj & Rural Development Engineering Department | B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical (branch as per post code) | |
| 03 | Assistant Executive Engineer — Rural Water Supply & Sanitation Department (civil, mechanical and electrical engineering branches) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical (branch as per post code) | |
| Total | — | 503 |
The 503 figure is provisional and may change after departmental confirmation. The branch-wise and department-wise breakup will be confirmed in the detailed notification to be released on or before 02 November 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must possess a B.E./B.Tech degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized university or institution. The engineering branch required for each post code is as per the official notification: candidates must apply against the post code that matches their branch of engineering.
Candidates must also meet the age limit and any other conditions (such as local/non-local status) laid down in the official notification. The exact post-wise and branch-wise qualification requirements will be confirmed in the detailed notification.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026) |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 to 44 years |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 18 to 49 years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwD | 10 years relaxation over the applicable limit |
Age relaxation is given to reserved categories as per Andhra Pradesh government rules. Candidates should confirm the cut-off date and relaxation details in the detailed notification.
Salary / Pay Scale
The Assistant Executive Engineer is placed in the pay scale of Rs. 57,100 – Rs. 1,47,760 per month, as per the Andhra Pradesh state government pay scales for this post. In addition, the officer receives Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other admissible state government allowances.
Selection Process
The selection process for APPSC AEE runs in the following order:
- Written examination: An objective-type examination of three papers carrying a total of 450 marks.
- Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying): A qualifying test of basic computer skills; marks are not counted for final merit.
- Document verification: Verification of engineering degree certificates, caste/category certificates, age proof and other eligibility documents.
Final selection is based on merit in the written examination, subject to clearing the Computer Proficiency Test and document verification.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies and Mental Ability (common to all) | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Paper II | Engineering subject (as per post code) | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Paper III | Engineering subject (as per post code) | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Total | 450 | ||
All questions are objective type. Negative marking of one-third mark applies for each wrong answer. Marks normalization may be applied where the examination is held in multiple sessions. The detailed syllabus for Papers II and III for each post code will be given in the detailed notification.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per the specifications in the online form)
- Signature (scanned, as per the specifications in the online form)
- SSC / 10th certificate for date of birth proof
- B.E./B.Tech degree certificate and mark sheets (matching the post-code branch)
- Caste / category certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS), if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID or passport)
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Wait for the detailed notification, available on or before 02 November 2026.
- Visit the official APPSC website and open the AEE application link.
- Complete the one-time registration with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal details and engineering qualification, choosing the correct post code and branch.
- Upload the photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee as specified in the detailed notification.
- Review the form carefully on the preview page and submit it.
- Save and print the submitted application before the last date, 22 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for APPSC AEE 2026?
A. The last date to apply online is 22 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Q. How many vacancies are there in APPSC AEE 2026?
A. There are 503 posts (provisional), across the Public Health & Municipal Engineering, Panchayat Raj & Rural Development, and Rural Water Supply & Sanitation departments.
Q. What is the age limit for APPSC AEE 2026?
A. The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 01 July 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules.
Q. What is the qualification for APPSC AEE?
A. A B.E./B.Tech degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with the branch matching the post code applied for.
Q. What is the exam pattern for APPSC AEE 2026?
A. Three objective papers of 150 marks each (total 450), 150 minutes per paper, with one-third negative marking, followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test.
Q. What is the salary of an APPSC Assistant Executive Engineer?
A. The pay scale is Rs. 57,100 – Rs. 1,47,760 per month, plus admissible allowances.
Q. When will the detailed notification be released?
A. The detailed notification will be available on or before 02 November 2026.
Sources: APPSC Brief Notification No. 27/2026 (released 13 October 2026); psc.ap.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.