APPSC Executive Officer Grade-III Recruitment 2025 – Notification Details
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 10/2025 dated 12 August 2025 for Direct Recruitment to the post of Executive Officer Grade-III in the A.P. Endowments Subordinate Service.
This recruitment drive is for 07 carried-forward vacancies in the pay scale of ₹25,220 – ₹80,910.
Vacancy Details
| District | Category | Local/Open | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Srikakulam | OC | Local | 01 |
| Vizianagaram | OC | Local | 01 |
| Krishna | OC | Open | 01 |
| Krishna | SC (Group-III) | Local | 01 |
| Guntur | ST | Local | 01 |
| SPSR Nellore | OC | Local | 01 |
| Kurnool | OC | Local | 01 |
| Total Vacancies: 07 |
Note: Some vacancies carry horizontal reservations for women and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD).
Important Dates
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Application Start Date: 13 August 2025
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Application End Date: 02 September 2025 (up to 11:00 PM)
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Exam Date: To be announced separately
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Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR-based)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in India.
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The candidate must profess the Hindu religion as per the Andhra Pradesh Charitable and Hindu Religious Institutions and Endowments Act, 1987.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
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Minimum: 18 years
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Maximum: 42 years
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Age Relaxation:
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SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years
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Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 years
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Ex-servicemen & NCC instructors: As per rules
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AP State Govt. employees: Up to 5 years (conditions apply)
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Reservation Details
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Vertical Reservation: SC, ST, BC, EWS
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Horizontal Reservation: Women, PBD, Ex-servicemen, Meritorious Sports Persons
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Local Reservation: As per Article 371-D and Presidential Order
Selection Process
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Written Examination – Objective Type (Degree Standard)
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Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability (150 marks, 150 min)
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Paper-II: Hindu Philosophy & Temple System (150 marks, 150 min)
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Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer
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Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) – Practical Type
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Office Automation, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Basics
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Qualifying Marks:
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OC: 40
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BC: 35
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SC/ST/PBD: 30
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Application Process
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One Time Profile Registration (OTPR):
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Register at psc.ap.gov.in to get an OTPR ID.
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Login & Apply:
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Use OTPR ID and password, fill out the application form, and upload the required details.
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Fee Payment:
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Application Processing Fee: ₹250
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Examination Fee: ₹80 (Exempted for SC/ST/BC/PBD/Ex-servicemen and certain AP residents)
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Pay online via net banking/credit/debit card.
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Syllabus Overview
Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability
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Current Affairs (International, National, AP)
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General Science, IT, Space Technology
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Indian History & AP History
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Indian Geography (focus on AP)
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Polity & Governance
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Indian Economy & Planning
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Environment & Sustainable Development
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Disaster Management
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Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation
Paper-II: Hindu Philosophy & Temple System
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Ramayanam, Mahabharatham, Bhagavatham
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Hindu Puranas, Temple Agamas
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Hindu Festivals, Classical Arts, Vedic Culture
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Philosophies & Gurus (Advaita, Vishishtadvaita, Dvaita, Veera Saiva)
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Temple Administration under Endowments Act
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Land Records & Endowment Land Laws
Important Instructions
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Only Hindu candidates are eligible.
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Maintain a valid email & mobile number for OTP and updates.
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Follow APPSC instructions strictly for the OMR exam.
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Avoid banned items (mobiles, smartwatches, and calculators) inside the exam hall.
Official Notification & Application Link
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Notification PDF: Click Here
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Apply Online: psc.ap.gov.in