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The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the Notification No. 22/2025 for the recruitment of Junior Office Assistant under Group-IV Services in the A.P. Director General of Prisons and Correctional Services. This is a district cadre post with 01 vacancy reserved for local candidates of Guntur district. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25 September 2025 to 15 October 2025 on the official website psc.ap.gov.in.
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APPSC Junior Office Assistant Notification 2025
Important Date
- Notification Released: 24 September 2025
- Application Start: 25 September 2025
- Last Date : 15 October 2025 (till 11:00 PM)
- Exam Date: To be announced
- Admit Card: To be announced
- CPT Date: After written exam (for shortlisted candidates)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years (as on 01/07/2025)
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 Years
- PBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen/NCC: 3 Years + Service Period
- AP Govt Employees: Up to 5 Years
- Widows (SC/ST): Up to 48 Years, Widows (Others): Up to 43 Years
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- Processing Fee: ₹250
- Examination Fee: ₹80
- Fee Exempted Categories: - SC, ST, BC, PBD, Ex-Servicemen, White Card Holders, Unemployed Youth (AP Residents only)
Qualification
- Must hold a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university
- Must qualify Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) as per G.O.Ms.No.26, Dt: 24.02.2023
APPSC Group-IV Recruitment: Full Eligibility
To be eligible for the Junior Office Assistant post under APPSC Group-IV Services, candidates must be local residents of Guntur district, possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university and must qualify the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) as per G.O.Ms.No.26, dated 24.02.2023. Applicants should be in sound health, have a good moral character and be free from bodily defects that may interfere with duties.
| Eligibility Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be a citizen of India |
| Local Status | Must be a local candidate of Guntur district |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 years as on 01/07/2025 (relaxations applicable) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university |
| Computer Proficiency | Must qualify Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) as per G.O.Ms.No.26, dated 24.02.2023 |
| Health & Character | Should be of sound health, good character and free from bodily defects |
APPSC Group-IV Recruitment: Salary
The selected candidates for the post of Junior Office Assistant under APPSC Group-IV Services will receive a monthly salary in the pay scale of ₹25,220 – ₹80,910. This includes basic pay, grade pay and other government allowances as per the norms of the Andhra Pradesh State Government.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Junior Office Assistant | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910/month |
- Dearness Allowance (DA) as per state government rates
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on posting location
- Medical Reimbursement for self and dependents
- Annual Increments as per service rules
- Provident Fund (PF) and Pension Benefits
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC) and Casual Leaves
APPSC Group-IV Recruitment: Selection Process
The selection process for Junior Office Assistant in APPSC Group-IV Services involves a written examination followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). Final selection will be based on merit list prepared by the District Selection Committee after document verification.
- Written Examination (Objective type, OMR-based)
- Shortlisting based on written exam marks
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) for shortlisted candidates
- Document Verification of educational and local status certificates
- Final Merit List prepared by District Selection Committee
- Appointment as per reservation and eligibility norms
APPSC Group-IV Recruitment: Exam Pattern
The APPSC Junior Office Assistant recruitment exam will consist of a written examination followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). The written test includes two papers: General Studies & Mental Ability and General English & General Telugu. Each paper carries 150 marks with a duration of 150 minutes. There will be negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper-II | General English & General Telugu | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Total | 300 | |||
- OMR-based objective exam with multiple choice questions
- 1/3rd negative marking for each incorrect answer
- Minimum qualifying marks vary by category (OC, BC, SC/ST/PBD)
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) is mandatory for final selection
- Exam syllabus available on official APPSC website
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
The Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) for APPSC Junior Office Assistant Recruitment 2025 is a practical-type examination of 60 minutes duration, carrying a total of 100 marks. The test evaluates skills in office automation using computers and standard software tools like MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Candidates must follow strict file creation and naming protocols to qualify. Minimum qualifying marks are category-specific and mandatory for final selection.
| Test | Duration (Minutes) | Maximum Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Automation with Computers & Software | 60 | 100 | OC: 40 | BC: 35 | SC/ST/PBD: 30 |
- Create a folder on desktop and rename it with your Hall Ticket Number
- Create the following files using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint:
- Hall Ticket Number Part B
- Hall Ticket Number Q1
- Hall Ticket Number Q2
- Hall Ticket Number Q3
- Hall Ticket Number Q4
- Ensure correct naming conventions; errors will result in deduction of marks
- Save all files inside the folder named with your Hall Ticket Number
- Submit printouts of all created files to the invigilator to be declared as passed
APPSC Group-IV Recruitment: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
As per Notification No. 22/2025, the Junior Office Assistant post is a district cadre vacancy reserved for local candidates of Guntur district. The single vacancy is earmarked for Women with Blindness or Low Vision under the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) category.
| District | Post Name | Category | Reservation | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guntur | Junior Office Assistant | OC (Women) | Blindness / Low Vision (PBD) | 01 |
APPSC Group-IV Recruitment: How To Apply
Candidates interested in the Junior Office Assistant post under APPSC Group-IV Services must apply through the official website using the OTPR (One Time Profile Registration) system. After registration, applicants must fill the online application form, upload required documents and pay the application fee before the last date.
- Visit the official APPSC website: https://psc.ap.gov.in/
- Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if not already registered
- Login using your OTPR ID and password
- Click on the link for Notification No. 22/2025 and open the application form
- Fill in all personal, educational and local status details accurately
- Upload your passport-size photo and signature in the prescribed format
- Pay the application and examination fee online via Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card
- Submit the form and download the application PDF for future reference
- Use the correction window (available for 7 days after last date) if needed
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Andhra Pradesh Jobs 2025 | Click Here |
| APPSC Jobs 2025 | Click Here |