APPSC Notification No. 26/2026 is open for 17 posts: Assistant Social Welfare Officer (11) and Assistant Tribal Welfare Officer (6). Apply online from 9 to 29 October 2026. Zonal posts with 95% local reservation.
Quick Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification | APPSC ASWO & ATWO, No. 26/2026 (detailed) |
| Total posts | 17 (ASWO 11, ATWO 6) |
| Pay scale | ₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220 |
| Apply online | 09 Oct – 29 Oct 2026 |
| Qualification | Any Bachelor’s degree |
| Age (as on 01.07.2026) | 18–44 |
| Selection | Single-level CBRT (450) → CPT |
| Local reservation | Zonal; 95% local reservation as per the Presidential Order, 2025 |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Key Dates
- 9 Oct 2026 – Applications open
- 29 Oct 2026, 11:59 PM – Last date
Vacancies & Salary
| Code | Post | Posts | Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Assistant Social Welfare Officer | 11 | 48,440 – 1,37,220 |
| 02 | Assistant Tribal Welfare Officer | 6 | 48,440 – 1,37,220 |
| Total | 17 |
Eligibility
- Any Bachelor’s degree.
- Age 18–44 as on 1 July 2026.
- Zonal: 95% local reservation under the Presidential Order, 2025.
Selection Process
- Single-level online exam (CBRT).
- Computer Proficiency Test – qualifying.
- Certificate verification.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Qs | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | GS & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper II | Subject | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper III | Subject | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Total | 450 |
Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks for each wrong answer in objective papers.
Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying)
| Test | Time | Marks | Minimum to qualify |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office automation with computers | 60 min | 100 | OC 40 · BC 35 · SC/ST/PBD 30 |
Syllabus Outline
Paper I: GS & MA. Papers II–III: subject papers as annexed to the notification.
How to Apply
- Register on APPSC OTPR if you are new.
- Log in on psc.ap.gov.in and open Notification 26/2026.
- Fill the application carefully.
- Pay the fee online (amount: To be updated when detailed notification releases).
- Submit and download the application PDF.
Previous Papers & Preparation
Solve APPSC PYQs with Telugu explanation and practice questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ASWO/ATWO posts?
17 (ASWO 11 + ATWO 6).
Pay scale?
₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220.
Last date?
29 October 2026.
Exam pattern?
Three papers of 150 = 450, then CPT.
Related Notifications
Always confirm on psc.ap.gov.in before applying.