The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has issued Brief Notification No. 18/2026 for 23 provisional Forest Beat Officer vacancies in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service.
This is a future-opening recruitment. Online applications are scheduled from 16 October 2026 to 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
APPSC Forest Beat Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Service | A.P. Forest Subordinate Service |
| Post | Forest Beat Officer |
| Notification number | 18/2026 |
| Brief notification date | 15 September 2026 |
| Provisional vacancies | 23 |
| Pay scale | ₹25,220–₹80,910 |
| Application starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date | 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application mode | Online |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Forest Beat Officer | 23 |
The vacancy count is provisional and may change after final departmental confirmation.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have passed the Intermediate Examination (10+2) or its equivalent from a recognised board or institution.
Applicants should verify the exact recognition/equivalence conditions when the detailed notification is published.
Age Limit
The brief notification does not publish the final age-limit and relaxation table.
Candidates should wait for the detailed 2026 notification before relying on any age figure or cut-off date.
Once APPSC publishes the official cut-off date, use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator.
Pay Scale
The notified pay scale is:
| Post | Pay scale |
|---|---|
| Forest Beat Officer | ₹25,220–₹80,910 |
Selection Process
The brief recruitment information provides for a single-level Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) without a separate screening test.
The recruitment also includes Forest Department physical-stage requirements such as walking test and medical examination for shortlisted candidates.
A Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) also applies to qualifying candidates.
The final written-exam scheme, qualifying standards, negative marking, physical standards, walking-test requirements and medical conditions should be checked in the detailed notification.
Application Fee
The brief notification does not publish the complete application/examination fee structure.
Candidates should use only the fee table in the detailed 2026 notification when it becomes available.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed notification | On or before 16 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
How to Apply for APPSC Forest Beat Officer Recruitment 2026
- Open the APPSC official portal on or after 16 October 2026.
- Open Notification No. 18/2026 for Forest Beat Officer.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Confirm your qualification, age, fee, reservation and physical eligibility.
- Complete or update your APPSC applicant profile where required.
- Fill the Forest Beat Officer online application.
- Upload the required education, identity and category documents.
- Pay the applicable fee, if any, through the official system.
- Submit the form by 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save the submitted application and payment acknowledgement.
Use the Eligibility Pre-check once the detailed notification is live.
Use the Government Job Document Checklist before submitting the form.
For application guidance, read How to Fill Government Job Online Application Forms Correctly.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| APPSC official portal | Open APPSC |
| APPSC recruitment notifications | Open Recruitment Notifications |
FAQ
How many APPSC Forest Beat Officer vacancies are announced?
There are 23 provisional vacancies.
When will applications open?
Applications are scheduled to open on 16 October 2026.
What is the last date?
The last date is 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What qualification is required?
Candidates should have passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent.
What is the pay scale?
The notified pay scale is ₹25,220–₹80,910.
Is there a physical test?
Yes. Forest Department physical-stage requirements such as a walking test and medical examination apply to shortlisted candidates, subject to the detailed notification.