APPSC Notification No. 18/2026 is open for 23 Forest Beat Officer posts in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service. Apply online from 16 October to 5 November 2026. Selection is a single-level online exam, then a walking test and medical exam.
Quick Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification | APPSC Forest Beat Officer, No. 18/2026 (brief, 15 Sep 2026) |
| Total posts | 23 (provisional) |
| Pay scale | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 |
| Apply online | 16 Oct – 05 Nov 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Qualification | Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent |
| Age limit | To be updated when detailed notification releases |
| Selection | Single-level CBRT → Walking test & medical (1:2) → CPT |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Key Dates
- 15 Sep 2026 – Brief notification released
- On or before 16 Oct 2026 – Detailed notification (age, physical standards, fee, community)
- 16 Oct 2026 – Online application opens
- 5 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM – Last date to apply
- Written exam (CBRT) – Date to be announced
- Walking test & medical – After the written exam, at 1:2 to vacancies
Vacancies & Salary
| Post | Posts | Pay scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Beat Officer, A.P. Forest Subordinate Service | 23 | 25,220 – 80,910 |
Category-wise / zone-wise break-up: To be updated when detailed notification releases
Eligibility
- Education: Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent, held on the date of the detailed notification.
- Age limit and relaxations: To be updated when detailed notification releases
- Physical standards & walking distances: To be updated when detailed notification releases (the brief says: see the detailed notification). A walking test and medical exam are confirmed for candidates picked at a 1:2 ratio.
Selection Process
- Single-level online exam (CBRT) – no Screening Test, irrespective of application count.
- Walking test and medical examination – arranged by the Forest Department for candidates shortlisted at 1:2 to vacancies.
- Computer Proficiency Test – qualifying.
- Certificate verification.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Test | Essay in English, Telugu or Urdu (Forests & Environment theme) | 1 | 45 min | 50 (qualifying) |
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability (objective) | 100 | 100 min | 100 |
| Paper II | General Science & General Mathematics (SSC standard) | 100 | 100 min | 100 |
| Merit total | 200 |
The essay is qualifying and does not count toward the 200 merit marks. Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks for each wrong answer in objective papers. If the exam is held in more than one session, APPSC may normalise marks.
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
Qualifying essay: Forests and Environment theme (English, Telugu or Urdu).
Paper I (GS & Mental Ability): General Science; current events (India & AP); History of India with focus on AP and the national movement; Geography of India with focus on AP; Indian polity and Economy; Mental Ability; Sustainable Development & Environmental Protection; Disaster Management.
Paper II (SSC standard): General Science (50 marks) and General Mathematics (50 marks) – arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, geometry, mensuration and statistics as per the notification.
Practise: Current affairs · APPSC practice questions · PYQs with Telugu explanation
How to Apply
- Register on APPSC OTPR if you are new.
- Log in on psc.ap.gov.in and open Notification 18/2026.
- Fill the application carefully (qualification, local status, centre).
- Pay the fee online (amount: To be updated when detailed notification releases).
- Submit and download the application PDF.
Previous Papers & Preparation
Work through APPSC PYQs with Telugu explanation. Paper II is SSC-standard Maths and Science, so revise Class 10 foundations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for APPSC FBO 2026?
5 November 2026, till 11:59 PM. Applications opened on 16 October 2026.
How many Forest Beat Officer vacancies are there?
23 provisional posts in A.P. Forest Subordinate Service.
What is the qualification for APPSC FBO?
Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent, held on the date of the detailed notification.
What is the APPSC FBO exam pattern?
A qualifying essay (50 marks) plus Paper I GS & Mental Ability (100) and Paper II General Science & Maths, SSC standard (100). Merit total is 200. Negative marking is 1/3.
Is there a walking test for FBO?
Yes. Shortlisted candidates (at 1:2 to vacancies) must clear a walking test and a medical exam arranged by the Forest Department. Distances and physical standards: to be confirmed from the detailed notification.
What is the salary of Forest Beat Officer?
Pay scale ₹25,220 – ₹80,910.
Is there a Screening Test for FBO?
No. It is a single-level online exam (CBRT), irrespective of the number of applications.
Related Notifications
This page is based on the official brief notification. Age, fee and physical/walking standards will be updated when the detailed notification is fully verified. Always confirm on psc.ap.gov.in.