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APPSC Group I Services Prelims
Andhra Pradesh PSC Group I Prelims — Paper 1 + Paper 2 (CSAT) screening test for Deputy Collector / DSP posts.
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Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
APPSC Group 1 cutoffs vary by post and year; this is a representative range from the most recent published cycle.
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
2025
20 questions
Take paper →2024
20 questions
Take paper →2023
20 questions
Take paper →2022
20 questions
Take paper →2021
20 questions
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APPSC Group I — Quick Practice
FULL20 questions · 240 min
Start mock →| 2023 |
| General |
| ~150 – 165 |
| 2023 | BC | ~140 – 158 |
| 2023 | SC | ~120 – 138 |
| 2023 | ST | ~110 – 128 |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
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What can I get from APPSC Group I?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
Exceptional — top 1-2%
92–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Elite range — top posts
85–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Top tier — final selection probable
75–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Strong Mains contender
65–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Mains qualification likely
50–65% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Borderline qualifying range
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below qualifying threshold
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
The commission declared final results for the 2025 Group 1 recruitment cycle on May 18, 2026. Interviews were conducted in November 2025 following mains examinations held in May 2025. The current cycle for 2026 will recruit for posts including Deputy Collector, DSP, and Assistant Commissioner.
Source →APPSC has reaffirmed that Group 1 2026 will follow the established three-stage selection process. The Prelims serves as a screening test, the Mains examination determines merit ranking, and the final Interview assesses administrative suitability and personality. Admit cards are typically released 7-8 days before each exam.
Source →The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission released the official Job Calendar 2026 on March 18, announcing that the Group 1 notification for 91 vacancies will be published on August 15, 2026. The calendar outlines notification dates for over 10,000 vacancies across various state departments.
Source →According to multiple official sources, the APPSC Group 1 2026 application portal will accept online registrations from the notification date through September 4, 2026. Candidates must complete One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR) and submit applications via the official APPSC portal.
Source →Notification release on APPSC portal
80 days awaySat, 15 Aug, 2026
Official recruitment notification for 91 Group 1 vacancies will be published; detailed eligibility, syllabus, and exam pattern will be available
Application portal opens (OTPR registration begins)
80 days awaySat, 15 Aug, 2026
Online application submission starts; candidates must register through One-Time Profile Registration system at psc.ap.gov.in
Last date to submit online applications
100 days awayFri, 4 Sept, 2026
Final deadline for completing application form and fee payment (Rs 370 for General, Rs 250 for reserved categories)
Prelims admit card download window opens
139 days awayTue, 13 Oct, 2026
Hall tickets for screening exam typically released 7-10 days before exam date; download from APPSC portal with registration credentials
📌Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
147 days awayWed, 21 Oct, 2026
Objective-type screening exam conducted state-wide; two papers covering General Studies & Mental Ability; marks not counted for final merit
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Indian Polity and Governance
Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
Indian Economy and Planning
Economic Development, Planning, Budgeting, Banking, Agriculture, Industry
History of India
Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh
Geography of India
Physical, Social and Economic Geography with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh
Science and Technology
Developments in Science & Technology, IT, Space, Nuclear, Defence
Current Affairs
National and International Current Affairs, Important Events and Developments
Disaster Management
Disaster Management, Prevention, Mitigation and Preparedness
Logical Reasoning
Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Directions
Analytical Reasoning
Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Syllogisms, Data Sufficiency
Verbal Reasoning
Blood Relations, Directions, Statement-Conclusions, Critical Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Pattern Recognition, Figure Series, Mirror Images, Paper Folding
Data Interpretation
Tables, Graphs, Charts, Data Analysis and Interpretation
Arithmetic
Number Systems, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio & Proportion
Algebra
Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Inequalities, Progressions
Geometry
Lines, Angles, Triangles, Circles, Polygons, Mensuration
Time, Speed and Distance
Time-Speed-Distance, Average Speed, Relative Speed, Trains, Boats and Streams
Time and Work
Work Efficiency, Pipes and Cisterns, Work and Wages
Vocabulary
Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms and Phrases
Grammar
Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement, Active-Passive Voice
Reading Comprehension
Passage Reading, Main Ideas, Inference, Vocabulary in Context
Sentence Correction and Formation
Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks
Verbal Ability
Para Jumbles, Sentence Rearrangement, Cloze Test
Prelims result declaration
Fri, 20 Nov, 2026
Shortlisted candidates (approximately 10-12 times vacancies) qualify for Mains; result available on official website
📌Mains Examination (7-day schedule)
222 days awayMon, 4 Jan, 2027
Descriptive papers held over multiple days; includes Telugu, English (qualifying), and five General Studies papers (merit-based)
Final Interview/Personality Test
298 days awaySun, 21 Mar, 2027
Candidates clearing Mains called for interview at APPSC office, Vijayawada; assesses administrative aptitude and decision-making ability
Statistics and Probability
Mean, Median, Mode, Standard Deviation, Basic Probability