APPSC Notification No. 25/2026 is open for 97 Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II posts: Social Welfare 41, Tribal Welfare 23, BC Welfare 33. Apply online from 9 to 29 October 2026.
Quick Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification | APPSC HWO Gr-II, No. 25/2026 (detailed) |
| Total posts | 97 (SW 41, TW 23, BCW 33) |
| Pay scale | ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 |
| Apply online | 09 Oct – 29 Oct 2026 |
| Qualification | Graduation with B.Ed./B.T. |
| Age (as on 01.07.2026) | 18–44 |
| Selection | Single-level CBRT (300) → CPT |
| Cadre | District-wide |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Key Dates
- 9 Oct 2026 – Detailed notification; applications open
- 29 Oct 2026, 11:59 PM – Last date to apply
- Written exam – Date to be announced
Vacancies & Salary
| Code | Post | Posts | Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | HWO Gr-II, Social Welfare | 41 | 37,640 – 1,15,500 |
| 02 | HWO Gr-II, Tribal Welfare | 23 | 37,640 – 1,15,500 |
| 03 | HWO Gr-II, BC Welfare | 33 | 37,640 – 1,15,500 |
| Total | 97 |
Brief notification said 73; detailed notification lists 97 (including CF).
Eligibility
- Graduation with B.Ed./B.T.
- Age 18–44 as on 1 July 2026.
- District-wide post.
- Crucial date: date of the detailed notification.
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 | Education | 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: Education (teacher-education level).
How to Apply
- Register on APPSC OTPR if you are new.
- Log in on psc.ap.gov.in and open Notification 25/2026.
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many HWO posts?
97 (SW 41, TW 23, BCW 33). Brief said 73; detailed raised it.
Last date?
29 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
Qualification?
Graduation with B.Ed./B.T.
Exam pattern?
GS 150 + Education 150 = 300, then CPT.
Related Notifications
Always confirm on psc.ap.gov.in before applying. Vacancies in brief notifications are provisional.