APPLY: 13 May – 2 Jun 2026 psc.ap.gov.in
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially released Notification No. 03/2026 for the Departmental Tests May-2026 Session. If you are an Andhra Pradesh Government employee looking to clear your departmental tests and advance in your career, this is your comprehensive guide — from important dates and eligibility rules to exam fees, exam pattern, exam centres, and how to apply online. All four official documents (Notification, Annexure I, II & III) have been carefully analysed so you don't miss a single detail.
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APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026 Notification Overview
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), headquartered in Vijayawada, has issued Notification No. 03/2026 for the Departmental Tests May-2026 Session. This is a purely departmental examination — not a recruitment notification. The tests enable government employees to qualify for promotions, transfers, and appointments to higher services as prescribed under their respective Departmental Service Rules.
Online applications are accepted from 13th May 2026 to 2nd June 2026. Exact examination dates will be announced separately. All candidates must apply through the official APPSC website at https://psc.ap.gov.in.
⚠️ Important Note: This notification covers a large number of departmental test papers across multiple AP Government departments. Candidates must refer to their respective service rules before applying.
Quick Summary — APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | APPSC, Vijayawada |
| Notification Number | 03/2026 |
| Session | May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 13th May 2026 |
| Application End Date | 2nd June 2026 |
| Fee per Paper | ₹500 + ₹500 Processing Fee |
| Exam Mode | CBT (Objective) & Conventional (Descriptive) |
| Exam Duration | 2 hrs (Objective) / 3 hrs (Conventional) |
| Number of Districts | 26 Districts of Andhra Pradesh |
| Minimum Pass Marks | 40 marks per paper (for most tests) |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026 Key Dates at a Glance
Here is a quick summary of all the important dates you must keep in mind:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11th May 2026 |
| Opening of Online Applications | 13th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 2nd June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2nd June 2026 (up to 11:00 PM) |
| Data Correction Window Closes | Within 2 days after last date |
| Date of Examinations | To be announced separately |
💡 Pro Tip: Do not wait until the last day. Complete your OTPR registration and fee payment well before the deadline. The Commission does not entertain late submissions or technical error excuses.
APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply?
1. General Eligibility: Employees of the Government of Andhra Pradesh are eligible to apply for tests prescribed under their respective Departmental Service Rules.
2. Secretariat Employees are permitted to appear where rules allow:
- Commercial Taxes Department: Paper Code Nos. 6 & 7
- Treasuries and Accounts Department: Paper Code Nos. 31, 46, 64, 79, 89, 100, 114 & 129
3. Finance Wing Typists-cum-Assistants are eligible for the Treasuries & Accounts Service Examination.
4. Open to ALL — Including Non-Government Employees
Paper Codes: 05, 08, 10, 18, 19, 27, 28, 36, 43, 45, 49, 62, 67, 77, 98, 108, 127, 136, 137, 141, 142, 144 to 148, and 155
Special Conditions for Specific Tests
Examination Fee & Payment APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Examination Fee (per paper) | ₹500/- |
| Application Processing Fee | ₹500/- |
| Gujarati & Marwari Language Tests | No Fee |
| Data Correction Fee | ₹100/- per correction |
Mode of Payment: Fee must be paid online only through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. IPOs and Demand Drafts are NOT accepted. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable. Changes are not allowed for Name, personal details, and Fee category. Note that changes are not allowed after 2 days from the last date.
APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026 Exam Pattern & Scheme of Examination
The APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026 are conducted in two modes:
Mode 1
Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 min)
- FN Session: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
- AN Session: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Multiple choice, 4 options
- Mouse-based answering
- PH with Scribe: +20 min/hr
- Mock Test available on website
Mode 2
Conventional / Descriptive
- Duration: 3 Hours (180 min)
- PC No.005 only: 2 Hours
- FN Session: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- AN Session: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Blue/Black Ball Point Pen only
- Barcode Answer Book system
- No whitener on Barcode Sheet
Conventional Mode Papers: Language Tests (PC Nos. 5, 6, 7, 19, 28, 36, 49, 67, 37, 58, 74) and Survey & Settlement Tests (PC Nos. 69, 87, 109, 111, 116, 118, 120, 122, 133, 135, 161, 162, 165 & 166). All other tests are in CBT mode.
6. Exam Centres — All 26 Districts of Andhra Pradesh
Tests will be held across all 26 districts of AP. Candidates will be allotted to the district where they are currently working (as mentioned in their application). If accommodation is insufficient, candidates will be allotted to the nearest district.
| Code | District | Code | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Srikakulam | 14 | Guntur |
| 02 | Vizianagaram | 15 | Bapatla |
| 03 | Parvathipuram Manyam | 16 | Palnadu |
| 04 | Alluri Sitaramaraju | 17 | Prakasam |
| 05 | Visakhapatnam | 18 | S.P.S. Nellore |
| 06 | Anakapalli | 19 | YSR Kadapa |
| 07 | Kakinada | 20 | Annamayya |
| 08 | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema | 21 | Ananthapuramu |
| 09 | East Godavari | 22 | Sri Satyasai |
| 10 | West Godavari | 23 | Kurnool |
| 11 | Eluru | 24 | Nandyal |
| 12 | Krishna | 25 | Chittoor |
| 13 | NTR | 26 | Tirupathi |
7. Day-wise Exam Timetable (Annexure II)
The timetable spans six days with Fore Noon (FN) and After Noon (AN) sessions each day. A candidate may appear for multiple papers as long as they do not clash in the timetable.
APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026 Qualifying / Pass Marks (Annexure III)
Standard Rule: Minimum 40 Marks in Each Paper
This applies to the vast majority of departmental tests including Subordinate Accounts, Treasuries & Accounts, Revenue Tests, Jail Department, Registration Department, Sericulture, Transport, Port, Marketing, Local Fund Audit, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and more.
Special Passing Criteria
| Test | Pass Criteria |
|---|---|
| Excise Dept Test (PC 21 & 35 | PC 54 & 71) | 40% taken together |
| Forest Officers Tests (Forest Law / Land Revenue / Office Procedure) | 40% taken together (each combination) |
| Criminal Judicial Test (PC 98 & 108 | PC 127 & 136) | 40% taken together |
| Civil Judicial Test Part-II (PC 145 & 147) | 40% taken together |
| Divisional Test Part-I (PC 30 & 63) / Part-II (PC 81, 113 & 138) | 40% in each paper + 45% aggregate |
| AP Works Accounts Service Part-I (PC 44 & 78) / Part-II (PC 99 & 128) | 40% in each paper + 45% aggregate |
| Special Language Test — Lower Standard (PC 36, 49 & 67) | No minimum marks in written |
| Third Class Language Test (PC 155) — Viva-Voce only | 40 marks in Viva-Voce |
Note: Commerce graduates are exempted from Paper-I under Part-I of the Divisional Test. Law graduates are exempted from Papers I & II of the Criminal Judicial Test (if degree certificate is uploaded at application stage).
APPSC Departmental Tests May 2026 How to Apply Online — Step-by-Step Guide
OTPR Registration (First-Time Applicants)
Register on psc.ap.gov.in to get your OTPR ID. Your credentials will be sent to your registered mobile and email. If you already have an OTPR ID, update your working district as per the new 26-district system before applying.
Login to the Website
Login with your OTPR ID and Password. Click on "Online Application Submission" at the bottom right of the Commission's website.
Fill the Application
Verify all pre-filled OTPR data. Fill exam-specific details including exam centre, paper codes chosen, etc. No column should be left blank — incomplete applications are summarily rejected.
Pay the Fee
Click the payment link against Notification No. 03/2026. Pay via Net Banking / Credit / Debit Card. Note your Payment Reference ID.
Submit & Download Receipt
After successful payment and form submission, download and save your Application Receipt. Print it for future reference.
Upload Documents
Photo (JPEG, 3.5×4.5 cm, <50 KB) | Signature (JPEG, 3.5×1.5 cm, <30 KB) | Service Certificate (Divisional / Mines & Geology) | Degree Certificates (for exemptions)
10. Instructions for Exam Day
✅ For CBT (Objective)
- Report 60 minutes before
- Gates close 30 min before
- Password announced at 9:50 AM / 2:50 PM
- Do not touch the keyboard (ID locks)
- No electronic devices allowed
- Scientific calculators only for PC 161, 162, 165, 166
- Rough sheet: write login ID & password on it
✅ For Conventional Mode
- Report 60 minutes before for biometrics
- Fill Barcode Sheet with Blue/Black Ball Point Pen only
- No pencil / ink pen / gel pen for bubbling
- No whitener on Barcode Sheet = Disqualification
- No candidate leaves before time expires
- Language papers: answer in chosen language only
- Bare Acts only (for 'With Books' papers)
11. Reasons for Application Rejection
Your application will be rejected if:
- Photo or signature is not uploaded
- Exam fee or processing fee is not paid
- Service Certificate not uploaded (where required)
- Application is not as per the notification terms
- Applicant is not eligible as per Para 5 of the notification
- Applicant applies during an active debarment period
12. Results, Marks & Recounting
- Results are published on the official APPSC website (psc.ap.gov.in) — treated as authentic publication
- No individual Pass Certificates are issued by the Commission
- Memorandum of Marks (unsuccessful candidates): Apply within 1 month from result date with Hall Ticket copy + ₹200/- via IPO/Bank Draft
- Recounting of Marks (Conventional papers only): Apply within 15 days from result date + ₹300/- per paper via IPO/Bank Draft
- Revaluation of Answer Sheets: NOT entertained under any circumstances
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13. Debarment & Malpractice — Know the Consequences
⛔ Grounds for Permanent or Term Debarment
- Furnishing false information in the application
- Malpractice or misconduct in the examination hall
- Misbehavior towards Chief Superintendent / Invigilators / APPSC officials
- Applying during an existing debarment period
- Attempting a test that has already been passed (re-appearing)
Penal provisions of Act No. 25/97 and G.O.Ms.No.385, GA (Ser-A) Dept., dt. 18.10.2016 will be invoked. An FIR will be filed with police in cases of impersonation or rowdy behaviour.
14. Helpdesk & Contact Details
📞 Phone
0866-2527820
0866-2527821
🕐 Call Timings
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
(Working Days only)
appschelpdesk@gmail.com
🌐 Website
https://psc.ap.gov.in
Ready to Apply?
Applications open from 13th May 2026. Last date: 2nd June 2026. Don't miss your chance!
Visit: psc.ap.gov.in
Disclaimer: This article is based on official APPSC Notification No. 03/2026 dated 11th May 2026. Candidates are advised to visit psc.ap.gov.in for the latest updates and official documents.
