The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has issued a brief notification dated 13 October 2026 for direct recruitment to 106 provisional vacancies across six posts, covered by Notification Nos. 31/2026 to 36/2026. The posts are Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (50), Technical Assistant (36), Royalty Inspector (9), Assistant Chemical Examiner (9), Assistant Director (Mines) (1) and Lab Assistant (1) in the A.P. Transport Service, A.P. Mines and Geology Service and allied services. Online applications will be accepted from 06 November 2026 to 26 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) at psc.ap.gov.in. The detailed notification with post-wise eligibility, age limits, fee and examination scheme will be published on or before 06 November 2026. Selection will be through a written examination (CBRT) followed by a Computer Proficiency Test. 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 available | On or before 06 November 2026 |
| Online application start | 06 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply (online) | 26 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Written examination (CBRT) | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | Not stated in the brief notification — will be specified in the detailed notification |
The application fee has not been announced in the brief notification dated 13 October 2026. Candidates should check the detailed notification, to be published on or before 06 November 2026, for the exact fee structure and exemptions.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (A.P. Transport Service) — Advt No. 36/2026 | Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220 | 50 | Degree/Diploma in Engineering + Motor Driving Licence with 3 years driving experience |
| Technical Assistant (A.P. Mines and Geology Sub-Service) — Advt No. 32/2026 | As per notification | 36 | As per the detailed notification |
| Royalty Inspector (A.P. Mines and Geology Service) — Advt No. 33/2026 | As per notification | 9 | As per the detailed notification |
| Assistant Chemical Examiner (A.P. Prohibition and Excise Subordinate Service) — Advt No. 35/2026 | As per notification | 9 | Bachelor’s degree in Science/Pharmacy (as per notification) |
| Assistant Director (Mines) (A.P. Mines and Geology Service) — Advt No. 31/2026 | As per notification | 1 | As per the detailed notification |
| Lab Assistant (A.P. Mining Subordinate Service) — Advt No. 34/2026 | As per notification | 1 | As per the detailed notification |
| Total | 106 |
The 106 vacancies are provisional and may change as per the Commission’s requirements. The post-wise pay scales range from Rs. 35,570 to Rs. 1,47,760 across the six posts. The exact educational qualifications, experience requirements and reservation breakup for each post will be given in the detailed notification.
Eligibility Criteria
As per the brief notification, the qualifications vary by post and include a Degree or Diploma in Engineering, a Bachelor’s degree in Science or Pharmacy, and B.Sc. Geology. For the Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector post, a valid Motor Driving Licence with at least 3 years of driving experience and Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) endorsement is mandatory. The complete post-wise eligibility conditions will be published in the detailed notification on or before 06 November 2026 — candidates must verify their eligibility against the detailed notification before applying.
Age Limit
| Age Limit | Age |
|---|---|
| Overall age band (post-specific limits apply) | 18 to 44 years |
| Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (as on 01/07/2026) | 21 to 36 years |
Post-specific age limits and relaxations for reserved categories will be detailed in the full notification. Candidates should check the exact age reckoning date and relaxation rules in the detailed notification.
Salary / Pay Scale
The pay scales are post-specific and range from Rs. 35,570 to Rs. 1,47,760. The Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector post carries Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220 per month under the revised pay scales. Dearness allowance, house rent allowance and other allowances are admissible as per Andhra Pradesh Government norms.
Selection Process
- Written Examination — Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT), objective type.
- Computer Proficiency Test.
- Document verification and final selection as per merit.
The detailed notification will specify the exact selection stages, qualifying marks and weightage for each post.
Exam Pattern
The written examination will be of objective type, with Paper-I on General Studies and Paper-II on the concerned subject, and negative marking for wrong answers. The detailed subject-wise syllabus, marks distribution and qualifying standards for each of the six posts will be published in the detailed notification on or before 06 November 2026.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates and mark sheets (Degree/Diploma as applicable)
- Motor Driving Licence with HTV endorsement (for AMVI)
- Caste / category certificate (if applicable)
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar card / Voter ID / PAN card)
The detailed notification will prescribe the exact document list, formats and file-size limits. Upload all documents in the specified format.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Wait for the detailed notification (on or before 06 November 2026) and confirm your eligibility for the post.
- Visit the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in from 06 November 2026.
- Open the online application link for Notification Nos. 31/2026 to 36/2026.
- Complete registration, fill in personal, educational and category details correctly.
- Upload the photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online as specified in the detailed notification.
- Review all details and submit the form before 26 November 2026 at 11:59 PM, and save the acknowledgement for future reference.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online (from 06/11/2026) | Click Here |
| Download Brief Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in APPSC Recruitment 2026 (October batch)?
A. 106 provisional vacancies across six posts under Notification Nos. 31/2026 to 36/2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for APPSC 106 posts recruitment?
A. The online application window is 06 November 2026 to 26 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
Q3. When will the detailed APPSC notification be released?
A. The detailed notification will be published on or before 06 November 2026 on psc.ap.gov.in.
Q4. What is the post-wise vacancy breakup?
A. AMVI — 50; Technical Assistant — 36; Royalty Inspector — 9; Assistant Chemical Examiner — 9; Assistant Director (Mines) — 1; Lab Assistant — 1.
Q5. What is the selection process for APPSC 106 posts?
A. Written examination (CBRT, objective type) followed by a Computer Proficiency Test.
Q6. Is a driving licence mandatory for the AMVI post?
A. Yes — a Motor Driving Licence with at least 3 years of driving experience and HTV endorsement is mandatory for Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector.
Q7. What is the application fee?
A. The fee has not been stated in the brief notification; it will be specified in the detailed notification.
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Sources: APPSC brief notification dated 13.10.2026 (Notification Nos. 31/2026 to 36/2026); psc.ap.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.

