The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 20/2025 for the recruitment of Assistant Engineers in various Engineering Subordinate Services. A total of 11 carried forward vacancies are available across four zones. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25th September 2025 to 15th October 2025. Selection will be based on a written examination followed by a Computer Proficiency Test.
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APPSC AE Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Notification Released: 24/09/2025
- Application Start: 25/09/2025
- Last Date : 15/10/2025 (11:00 PM)
- Exam Date: To be announced
- Admit Card: To be announced
- CPT Date: After written exam
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years (as on 01/07/2025)
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 Years
- PBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen/NCC: 3 Years + Service
- AP State Govt Employees: Up to 5 Years
- Census Dept Retrenched: 3 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
Qualification
- AE (RWS&S): LCE from SBTET or equivalent
- AE (Water Resources): Diploma/Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from UGC/AICTE recognized institution
- AE (Panchayati Raj): BE (Civil/Mechanical) or Diploma (U.S/LCE/LME/LAE/LSE/DCE) from SBTET or equivalent
Andhra Pradesh Assistant Engineer: Full Eligibility
To be eligible for the APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2025, candidates must be Indian citizens in sound health and possess a diploma or degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering from recognized institutions. They should exhibit good moral character and meet the prescribed age criteria and educational qualifications as per Notification No. 20/2025.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be a citizen of India |
| Health Standards | Should be of sound health and active habits |
| Character | Must possess good moral character |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma or Degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering from recognized institutions (SBTET/AICTE/UGC) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 years as on 01/07/2025 (Relaxations applicable) |
| Technical Proficiency | Must qualify Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) after written exam |
| Zone Eligibility | Vacancies are zone-specific; candidates must apply accordingly |
Andhra Pradesh Assistant Engineer: Salary
The selected candidates for APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2025 will receive a lucrative monthly salary in the pay scale of ₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220 as per RPS 2022. In addition to the basic pay, they will be entitled to various government allowances and benefits applicable to Group-B Gazetted posts in Andhra Pradesh.
| Post Name | Pay Scale (RPS 2022) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (All Departments) | ₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220 |
- Dearness Allowance (DA) as per state norms
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on posting location
- Medical Reimbursement for self and dependents
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per AP Govt rules
- Pension and Gratuity under AP State Pension Scheme
- Annual Increments and career progression opportunities
Andhra Pradesh Assistant Engineer: Selection Process
The selection process for APPSC AE Recruitment 2025 involves a multi-stage evaluation including a written examination, followed by a mandatory Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). Final selection will be based on merit and document verification as per the rules laid out in Notification No. 20/2025.
- Written Examination – Objective type, OMR-based test with two papers
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) – Practical test on office automation tools
- Document Verification – Scrutiny of original certificates and eligibility documents
- Final Merit List – Based on marks in written exam and CPT
- Appointment – Issued after successful verification and zone allocation
Andhra Pradesh Assistant Engineer: Exam Pattern
The APPSC Assistant Engineer Exam Pattern 2025 consists of two objective-type papers followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). The written exam includes General Studies and Engineering Subject (Civil/Mechanical) at Diploma level. Each paper carries 150 marks with a duration of 150 minutes. The CPT is a qualifying test assessing office automation skills.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper-II | Engineering Subject (Civil/Mechanical – Diploma Level) | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| CPT | Computer Proficiency Test | Practical | 60 Minutes | 100 (Qualifying) |
- OMR-based objective exam with multiple-choice questions
- Negative marking of 1/3rd for each wrong answer
- CPT is mandatory for final selection
- Engineering paper is based on diploma-level syllabus
- Minimum qualifying marks vary by category (OC/BC/SC/ST/PBD)
Andhra Pradesh Assistant Engineer: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The APPSC AE Notification 2025 includes a total of 11 carried forward vacancies distributed across various departments and zones. These vacancies are categorized by post name and zone-wise allocation under Notification No. 20/2025. Candidates must apply according to their local zone eligibility.
| Post Code | Department | Zone I | Zone II | Zone III | Zone IV | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | AE (Civil) – RWS&S | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 02 | AE (Civil) – Water Resources | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 03 | AE (Civil/Mech) – Panchayati Raj | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Andhra Pradesh Assistant Engineer: How To Apply
Candidates interested in APPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2025 must complete the online application process through the official website psc.ap.gov.in. Before applying, they must register via One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) and ensure all personal and educational details are accurate. The application must be submitted before the last date mentioned in Notification No. 20/2025.
- Visit the official 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. 20/2025 and open the application form
- Fill in all personal, educational and zone preference details
- Upload scanned copies of photograph and signature as per specifications
- Pay the application and examination fee online
- Review the form and click Submit
- Download and save the submitted application PDF for future reference
- Use the correction window (after last date) to fix any errors
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 |