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AP Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector. Conducted for the AP Transport Department. Two-paper exam — Paper-I tests General Studies & Mental Ability across AP-specific GK, Indian polity, history, geography, science & current affairs (150 Qs, 150 marks); Paper-II tests Automobile / Mechanical Engineering Diploma-level concepts (150 Qs, 300 marks). Eligibility requires a Diploma in Automobile / Mechanical Engineering and a valid driving licence (HMV). Negative marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer.
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Top merit — preferred postings
82–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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70–82% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
General category cut-off range
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Qualifying range — reserved categories
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0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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Following the completion of this cycle's recruitment process, the commission typically announces fresh vacancies annually. Candidates should monitor the official APPSC portal for the next notification.
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission released its annual exam calendar in December 2025, scheduling examinations for 21 notifications including AMVI and other technical posts across state departments.
The computer-based examination for Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector was held between 27th and 31st January 2026. Candidates who appeared are awaiting final results and merit list publication from APPSC.
📍Previous cycle exam conducted
passedSat, 14 Mar, 2026
Computer-based examination held 27-31 January 2026
Result declaration expected
12 days awayMon, 27 Jul, 2026
Final merit list and selection typically announced 5-6 months post-exam
Document verification phase (tentative)
42 days awayWed, 26 Aug, 2026
Selected candidates called for certificate verification
Next cycle notification likely
177 days awayFri, 8 Jan, 2027
Annual recruitment cycle; notification typically in Q4 or Q1
Next cycle application window opens
207 days awaySun, 7 Feb, 2027
Usually 3-4 week window after notification
Next cycle application closes
232 days awayThu, 4 Mar, 2027
Candidates must apply online through APPSC portal
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Ancient India
Indus Valley, Vedic period, Mauryan and Gupta empires, Buddhism and Jainism.
Medieval India
Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Vijayanagara and Bahmani kingdoms, Bhakti and Sufi movements.
Modern India & Freedom Struggle
British rule, 1857 revolt, INC founding, Gandhian era, Independence and Partition.
Andhra Pradesh History
Satavahanas, Ikshvakus, Eastern Chalukyas, Kakatiyas, Reddy and Vijayanagara rule, AP statehood, bifurcation 2014.
Physical Geography of India
Relief, drainage, climate, soils, natural vegetation, monsoon system.
Economic Geography of India
Agriculture, minerals, industries, energy resources, transport.
Geography of Andhra Pradesh
Districts, rivers (Godavari, Krishna, Penna), coastline, climate zones, crops, mineral resources, ports.
World Geography Basics
Continents, latitudes/longitudes, time zones, major mountain ranges and rivers.
Indian Constitution
Preamble, fundamental rights and duties, DPSP, amendments, schedules.
Union Government
President, Prime Minister, Council of Ministers, Parliament, Supreme Court.
State Government
Governor, Chief Minister, State Legislature, High Court.
Local Government & Panchayati Raj
73rd and 74th amendments, gram panchayats, municipalities, ZP.
AP Polity & Administration
AP Legislative Assembly, AP High Court, district administration, AP Reorganisation Act 2014.
Economy Basics
GDP, GNP, inflation, fiscal and monetary policy, banking, RBI.
Planning & Development
Five Year Plans, NITI Aayog, poverty alleviation, employment schemes.
Budget & Taxation
Union Budget, GST, direct vs indirect taxes, fiscal deficit.
AP Economy
AP state budget, agriculture and industries in AP, special economic zones, AP investment policies.
Physics Basics
Motion, force, energy, electricity, magnetism, light, sound.
Chemistry Basics
Atoms, periodic table, acids, bases, salts, everyday chemistry.
Biology Basics
Human body systems, diseases, nutrition, plant biology, ecology.
Science & Technology
Space programs (ISRO), defence technology, IT, biotechnology, recent developments.
National Affairs
Major events, policies, schemes, appointments, awards in India (last 12 months).
International Affairs
Global events, summits, organisations, international relations.
AP Current Affairs
Recent developments in AP state — policies, schemes, sports, awards, events.
Sports & Awards
Major sporting events, Olympic medals, national awards (Padma, Bharat Ratna), Nobel and other international awards.
Numerical Ability
Number series, simplification, percentages, ratio-proportion, profit-loss, time-speed-distance.
Logical Reasoning
Analogies, classifications, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense.
Verbal Reasoning
Statement-conclusion, syllogisms, assertion-reason, cause-effect.
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Series completion, mirror images, paper folding, figure analysis.
Data Interpretation
Tables, bar charts, pie charts, line graphs, caselets.
IC Engine Classification
Petrol vs diesel, 2-stroke vs 4-stroke, SI vs CI engines, working principles.
Engine Components
Cylinder block, head, piston, crankshaft, camshaft, valves, gaskets.
Thermodynamic Cycles
Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, Dual cycle, indicated and brake power, efficiency calculations.
Fuel Systems
Carburettor, MPFI, common rail diesel injection (CRDi), turbocharger, supercharger.
Cooling & Lubrication
Air vs water cooling, radiator, thermostat, lubricants, oil pump.
Clutch
Single-plate, multi-plate, fluid coupling, dry vs wet clutch.
Gearbox
Sliding mesh, constant mesh, synchromesh, automatic transmissions, CVT, gear ratios.
Differential & Final Drive
Open and limited slip differentials, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle.
4WD & AWD Systems
Transfer case, full-time vs part-time 4WD, AWD operation.
Chassis Frame
Conventional vs unitary construction, frame types, materials, stresses.
Steering System
Rack-and-pinion, recirculating ball, power steering, ackerman geometry, alignment angles.
Suspension
Leaf spring, coil spring, MacPherson strut, double wishbone, shock absorbers, dampers.
Braking System
Drum, disc, hydraulic, mechanical, ABS, EBD, regenerative braking.
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel types, tyre construction (radial vs bias), tyre markings, inflation, tread patterns.
Battery & Charging
Lead-acid battery, alternator, regulator, starter motor, battery testing.
Ignition Systems
Battery and magneto ignition, electronic ignition, distributor, spark plugs.
Lighting & Accessories
Headlamps (halogen, HID, LED), tail lamps, indicators, horn, wiper.
ECU & Modern Electronics
Engine Control Unit, sensors (MAP, MAF, O2, knock), actuators, OBD-II, CAN bus.
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
Definitions, licensing of drivers and conductors, registration of vehicles, control of permits.
MV (Amendment) Act, 2019
Enhanced penalties, third-party insurance, road safety board, taxi aggregators.
Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989
Driving licence procedure, conductor licence, vehicle registration, fitness, construction and maintenance.
AP Motor Vehicle Rules
AP-specific rules — RTA process, road tax, permit conditions, special provisions for AP.
Vehicle Inspection & Fitness
Fitness certificate, PUC, inspection procedures, RTO functions, defective vehicle classifications.
📍Next cycle exam (projected)
Mon, 7 Jun, 2027
Exam typically 3-4 months after application deadline
Emission Control
Pollutants from IC engines, catalytic converter, EGR, BS-VI norms, AFR.
Permits & Taxes
Stage carriage, contract carriage, goods carriage, all-India tourist permits, national permit, road tax structure.