APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025
APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025 – Notification Details
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 09/2025, dated 12/08/2025, inviting online applications for 10 carried-forward vacancies of Agriculture Officer in the A.P. Agriculture Service.
📌 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 12/08/2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 19/08/2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08/09/2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Hall Ticket Release | Before the exam date |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Zone | OC | BC-D | BC-E | SC (Group-II) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone-I | 4 (Local) | 1 (Local) | 2 (1 Open + 1 Local) | 1 (Open) | 8 |
| Zone-III | 1 (Open) | – | 1 (Local) | – | 2 |
| Total | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
Special Notes:
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Certain vacancies are horizontally reserved for women & persons with benchmark disabilities (PBD).
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If no eligible candidates are found in reserved categories, vacancies will be filled as per interchange rules.
💰 Salary
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Pay Scale: ₹54,060 – ₹140,540 (RPS: 2022)
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
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Must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification
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4-year bachelor’s degree in agriculture from a state agriculture university, an ICAR-accredited agriculture university, or a recognized university.
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 18 | 42 | – |
| SC/ST/BC/EWS | – | – | +5 years |
| SC/ST CF Vacancies | – | – | +10 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | – | – | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | – | – | 3 years + service period |
| AP Govt. Employees | – | – | Service length up to 5 years |
| Retrenched Census Dept. Employees | – | – | +3 years |
📝 Selection Process
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Written Examination (Objective Type – OMR Based)
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Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)—Mandatory for final selection
📚 Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 mins |
| Paper-II | Agriculture | 150 | 300 | 150 mins |
| Total | – | 300 | 450 | – |
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Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
💻 Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
| Test | Duration | Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Automation & Computer Usage | 60 mins | 100 | OC: 40, BC: 35, SC/ST/PBD: 30 |
💳 Application Fee
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee | ₹250 |
| Examination Fee | ₹120 |
| Total | ₹370 |
Fee Exemptions:
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SC, ST, BC, PBD, Ex-Servicemen, AP White Ration Card Holders, and Unemployed Youth (AP residents only) are exempt from the ₹120 examination fee.
🌐 How to Apply
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Visit https://psc.ap.gov.in
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Register through One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) (if not already done).
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Login with OTPR ID & password.
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Fill in the online application form.
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Pay the required fee online.
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Submit & take a printout of the application for reference.
📄 Official Notification & Apply Link
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Official Notification PDF: Download Here
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Apply Online:Available from 19/08/2025
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