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The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No.06/2025 for the direct recruitment of Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service. A total of 691 vacancies (256 FBO + 435 ABO) are available. Interested candidates aged between 18 to 30 years can apply online from 16/07/2025 to 05/08/2025 at psc.ap.gov.in.
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APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 16/07/2025
- Last Date : 05/08/2025
- Hall Ticket Release: Check Before Exam
- Screening Test (OMR): 07 September 2025 (Sunday) Exam Notice
- Main Exam Date: To be notified
- Physical Test & Medical Exam: After written test
- Computer Proficiency Test: After physical eligibility
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 Years
- SC/ST (CF vacancies only): 10 Years
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- Processing Fee: 250/-
- Examination Fee: 80/-
- Fee Exempted For - SC, ST, BC, EWS (from AP), Ex-Servicemen, White Card holders
- Pay The Examination Fee Through UPI, Debit Card, Net Banking etc.
Qualification
- Must have passed Intermediate Examination (12th) or its equivalent on or before the date of notification
- Equivalent qualifications must be backed by a Government Order
APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: Full Eligibility
The eligibility criteria for APPSC Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) Recruitment 2025 are defined in Notification No.06/2025. Candidates must be Indian citizens, possess a minimum of Intermediate qualification, meet the prescribed physical standards and fall within the age bracket of 18 to 30 years as on 01/07/2025. They must also be of sound health, have a good character background and successfully clear the Walking Test, Medical Examination and Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). Bonus marks apply for NCC Certificate holders.
| Eligibility Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be a citizen of India |
| Education | Intermediate or equivalent qualification |
| Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025) | Minimum: 18 years; Maximum: 30 years SC/ST/BC/EWS: +5 years SC/ST (CF Vacancies): +10 years |
| Physical Standards (Male) | Height: 163 cm Chest: 84 cm (5 cm expansion) |
| Physical Standards (Female) | Height: 150 cm Chest: 79 cm (5 cm expansion) |
| Eye Sight | Normal vision |
| Walking Test | Male: 25 km in 4 hrs Female: 16 km in 4 hrs |
| Medical Fitness | Must pass Medical Board exam at Rajamahendravaram |
| NCC Bonus Marks | NCC “C” - 5 marks NCC “B” - 3 marks NCC “A” - 1 mark |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Mandatory qualifying test post selection |
Physical Criteria
The Physical Test Criteria for APPSC Forest Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer Recruitment 2025 includes a mandatory Walking Test, detailed height and chest measurements for both males and females and a Medical Examination conducted by a designated Medical Board. Candidates must meet the minimum physical standards and possess normal eyesight to qualify. The physical tests are purely qualifying and do not carry marks, but they are essential for final selection.
| Physical Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 163 cm | Minimum 150 cm |
| Chest (Normal) | Minimum 84 cm | Minimum 79 cm |
| Chest Expansion | Minimum 5 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
| Relaxation for ST & Hill Tribes | Height: 158 cm; Chest: 78.8 cm | Applicable as per rules |
| Vision Requirement | Normal eyesight required | |
| Walking Test Duration | 25 km in 4 hours | 16 km in 4 hours |
| Medical Examination | Conducted by Medical Board at Rajamahendravaram | |
| NCC Bonus Marks | NCC "C" - 5 marks, NCC "B" - 3 marks, NCC "A" - 1 mark | |
APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: Salary
The salary structure for the posts of Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) under the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service is defined in Notification No.06/2025. Selected candidates will receive a monthly pay scale starting from ₹23,120 for ABO and ₹25,220 for FBO along with applicable government allowances. The salary is governed by official pay matrix rules and includes annual increments, grade pay revisions and admissible perks.
| Post Name | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| Forest Beat Officer (FBO) | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 |
| Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) | ₹23,120 – ₹74,770 |
- Pay Band: As per the APPSC Forest Subordinate Service Rules
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA)
- Increment: Annual increments based on tenure and service performance
- Benefits: Medical coverage, pension scheme, leave benefits
- Job Type: Permanent government service under Andhra Pradesh State
APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: Selection Process
The Selection Process for APPSC Forest Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer Recruitment 2025, as per Notification No.06/2025, is a multi-stage procedure designed to evaluate candidates across written exams, physical standards and computer proficiency. Candidates must qualify each stage, including the Screening Test, Main Exam, Walking Test, Medical Examination and finally the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). Bonus marks are awarded for eligible NCC certificate holders and selection follows the applicable reservation roster.
- Step 1: Screening Test (OMR Based) – Conducted only if applications exceed 200x vacancies.
- Step 2: Main Examination – Includes Paper-I (GS & Mental Ability), Paper-II (Science & Math) and one Essay.
- Step 3: Physical Tests – Qualifying Walking Test and mandatory Medical Examination by Board.
- Step 4: NCC Certificate Bonus Marks – Added to main exam score, if applicable.
- Step 5: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) – Candidates must qualify in Office Automation, Excel and PPT tasks.
- Step 6: Final Merit List – Based on written test marks, NCC bonus (if any) and roster-based reservation.
- Step 7: Document Verification – Final preferences for post/division/district taken during this stage.
APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: Exam Pattern
The Exam Pattern for APPSC Forest Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer Recruitment 2025 is clearly defined in Notification No.06/2025. The selection stages include a Screening Test (if applicable), followed by the Main Examination consisting of two objective papers and a descriptive essay. Candidates who qualify written stages will undergo Physical Tests, followed by a mandatory Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). Each wrong answer in objective papers is penalized with 1/3rd negative marking.
| Stage | Type | Subjects | No. of Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screening Test (If required) | Objective (OMR) | General Studies, Mental Ability, General Science & Mathematics (SSC Level) | 150 | 150 mins | 150 |
| Qualifying Essay | Descriptive | Environment / Forest Theme | 1 | 45 mins | 50 |
| Main Exam – Paper I | Objective | General Studies & Mental Ability | 100 | 100 mins | 100 |
| Main Exam – Paper II | Objective | General Science & Mathematics (SSC Level) | 100 | 100 mins | 100 |
| Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) | Practical | Typing, MS Office, Excel, Presentation | — | 60 mins | 100 |
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd deduction for each wrong answer in objective papers
- Language Options: Essay can be written in English, Telugu or Urdu
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: OC/EWS - 40%; BC - 35%; SC/ST - 30%
- CPT Weightage: Includes document formatting, spreadsheet calculation and PPT creation
- Final Selection: Based only on Main Exam marks + CPT performance + Bonus Marks (if applicable)
APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The Post-wise and Category-wise vacancy details for APPSC Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) Recruitment 2025 are officially published in Notification No.06/2025. A total of 691 vacancies are announced—256 posts for Forest Beat Officer and 435 posts for Assistant Beat Officer. These vacancies are distributed across districts, communities and reservation categories, including Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, EWS, Ex-servicemen and Meritorious Sportspersons. Scheduled Area FBO/ABO posts are exclusively reserved for local ST candidates.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Vacancy Type | Reservation Categories | Special Quota |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Beat Officer (FBO) | 256 | 81 (Carried Forward) + 175 (Fresh) | SC, ST, BC, EWS, OC (District Wise) | 3% MSP quota (Meritorious Sportspersons) |
| Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) | 435 | 60 (Carried Forward) + 375 (Fresh) | SC, ST, BC, EWS, OC (District Wise) | 3% MSP quota (Meritorious Sportspersons) |
| District | OC | EWS | BC-A/B/C/D/E | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visakhapatnam (Plain) | 2 | — | — | — | 5 | 7 |
| Chintur (Agency) | — | — | — | — | 30 | 30 |
| Kurnool (Plain) | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Total | 256 | |||||
| District | OC | EWS | BC-A/B/C/D/E | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eluru (Agency) | — | — | — | — | 13 | 13 |
| Nandyal (WL) | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 13 |
| Guntur (Plain) | 6 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
| Total | 435 | |||||
APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: How To Apply
The application process for APPSC Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) Recruitment 2025, as per Notification No.06/2025, is completely online through the Commission’s official portal psc.ap.gov.in. Candidates must register via One Time Profile Registration (OTPR), fill the form accurately and complete the fee payment before 05/08/2025. All personal and educational data entered must match official certificates,and only applications submitted through the portal will be accepted.
- Step 1: Visit the official APPSC website – psc.ap.gov.in
- Step 2: Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if not already registered
- Step 3: Login using your OTPR ID and password
- Step 4: Select Notification No.06/2025 and click on “Online Application Submission”
- Step 5: Fill all required details including qualifications, category, local status and white card info
- Step 6: Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature (JPG format)
- Step 7: Click “Save & Submit” to generate the payment link
- Step 8: Pay the application and examination fee via debit/credit card or net banking
- Step 9: After successful payment, download and save the submitted application PDF
- Step 10: Corrections (if needed) will be allowed for 7 days after the last date (except Name, Fee and Age fields)
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Hall Ticket | Click Here |
| Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
APPSC ABO Recruitment 2025: FAQs
Q1. Can I apply offline for APPSC Forest Beat Officer & Assistant Beat Officer posts?
No. As per Notification No.06/2025, applications are accepted only through the online portal psc.ap.gov.in. Offline submissions will be rejected.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent qualification. If applying with an equivalent certificate, it should be backed by a Government Order.
Q3. Is there any Physical Test in the selection process?
Yes. Candidates must qualify a Walking Test (25 km for men / 16 km for women in 4 hours) and undergo a Medical Examination by the designated Medical Board.
Q4. What is the age limit for applying?
Applicants must be between 18 to 30 years as on 01/07/2025. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per rules.
Q5. How will the selection be made?
Selection will be based on performance in Main Examination, qualifying Physical Tests and passing the Computer Proficiency Test. Bonus marks will be awarded to eligible NCC certificate holders.
Q6. Is negative marking applicable in the exam?
Yes. 1/3rd marks will be deducted for every wrong answer in objective-type papers.
Q7. What is the salary offered for these posts?
Forest Beat Officer (FBO): ₹25,220 – ₹80,910
Assistant Beat Officer (ABO): ₹23,120 – ₹74,770
The posts include government allowances and benefits.
Q8. Who is eligible for NCC bonus marks?
Candidates holding valid NCC certificates are awarded bonus marks: NCC “C” – 5 marks, NCC “B” – 3 marks, NCC “A” – 1 mark. These are added to main exam marks.
Q9. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply online is 05/08/2025 up to midnight.
Q10. Are vacancies reserved for local candidates?
Yes. 80% of vacancies in plain areas and 100% in scheduled areas are reserved for local candidates. Scheduled Area posts are reserved exclusively for local ST candidates.