APPSC Notification No. 20/2026 is open for 196 Assistant Statistical Officer posts (zonal). Apply online from 13 October to 2 November 2026. Selection is a single-level online exam of 300 marks plus CPT.
Quick Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification | APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer, No. 20/2026 (detailed) |
| Total posts | 196 (zonal) |
| Pay scale | ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 |
| Apply online | 13 Oct – 02 Nov 2026 |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as a subject |
| Age (as on 01.07.2026) | 18–44 |
| Selection | Single-level CBRT (300) → CPT |
| Local reservation | Zonal; 95% local reservation as per the Presidential Order, 2025 |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Key Dates
- 13 Oct 2026 – Detailed notification; applications open
- 2 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM – Last date to apply
- Written exam (CBRT) – Date to be announced
Vacancies & Salary
| Post | Posts | Pay scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Statistical Officer | 196 | 37,640 – 1,15,500 |
Zone-wise and category-wise break-up is in Annexure-I of the detailed notification.
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as one of the main subjects (as listed).
- Age 18–44 as on 1 July 2026.
- Zonal post: 95% local reservation under the Presidential Order, 2025.
- Crucial date: date of the detailed notification.
Selection Process
- Single-level online exam (CBRT) – no Screening Test.
- Computer Proficiency Test – qualifying.
- Certificate verification.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Qs | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | GS & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper II | Statistics (degree) | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Total | 300 |
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 & Mental Ability. Paper II: Statistics at degree level. Centres: Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati, Ananthapuramu.
How to Apply
- Register on APPSC OTPR if you are new.
- Log in on psc.ap.gov.in and open Notification 20/2026.
- Fill the application carefully (qualification, local status, centre preferences).
- Pay the fee online (amount: To be updated when detailed notification releases).
- Submit and download the application PDF.
Previous Papers & Preparation
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ASO vacancies?
196 zonal posts.
Last date for ASO 2026?
2 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
Qualification?
Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as a subject.
Exam pattern?
Paper I GS 150 + Paper II Statistics 150 = 300, then CPT. Negative marking 1/3.
Is ASO zonal?
Yes. 95% local reservation under the Presidential Order, 2025.
Related Notifications
Always confirm on psc.ap.gov.in before applying. Vacancies in brief notifications are provisional.