The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has issued Brief Notification No. 09/2026 for 17 provisional Assistant Director vacancies in the A.P. Economics and Statistical Service.
This is a future-opening recruitment. Online applications are scheduled from 13 October 2026 to 2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Service | A.P. Economics and Statistical Service |
| Post | Assistant Director |
| Notification number | 09/2026 |
| Brief notification date | 15 September 2026 |
| Provisional vacancies | 17 |
| Pay scale | ₹57,100–₹1,47,760 |
| Application starts | 13 October 2026 |
| Last date | 2 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application mode | Online |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Director | 17 |
The vacancy count is provisional and may vary after departmental confirmation.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a recognised Postgraduate Degree in one of the notified disciplines, including:
- Mathematics or Pure Mathematics;
- Statistics;
- Economics or Applied Economics;
- Applied Statistics;
- Applied Mathematics;
- Econometrics; or
- Computer Science.
Candidates should compare the exact degree title and equivalence conditions with the detailed notification once it is published.
Age Limit
The brief notification does not publish the final age-limit and relaxation table.
Once APPSC publishes the detailed notification and cut-off date, use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator.
Pay Scale
The notified pay scale is ₹57,100–₹1,47,760.
Selection Process
The brief recruitment information provides for a single-level Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) without a separate screening test.
Current source-backed information indicates:
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 |
| Paper II | Economics | 150 |
| Paper III | Statistics | 150 |
| Total | — | 450 |
A Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) also applies to qualifying candidates.
Current brief-notification information indicates one-third negative marking for each wrong answer in the objective examination.
Candidates should use the detailed notification for the final exam pattern, qualifying marks and CPT conditions.
Application Fee
The brief notification does not publish the complete application/examination fee structure.
Candidates should use only the fee table in the detailed notification once it becomes available.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed notification | On or before 13 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 13 October 2026 |
| Last date | 2 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
How to Apply for APPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026
- Open the APPSC official portal on or after 13 October 2026.
- Open Notification No. 09/2026.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Confirm your postgraduate qualification, age, fee and reservation eligibility.
- Complete or update your APPSC applicant profile.
- Fill the Assistant Director online application.
- Upload the required educational, identity and category documents.
- Pay the applicable fee, if any.
- Submit the form by 2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save the final application and payment acknowledgement.
Use the Eligibility Pre-check once the detailed notification is live.
Use the Government Job Document Checklist before applying.
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 vacancies are announced?
There are 17 provisional Assistant Director vacancies.
When do applications open?
13 October 2026.
What is the last date?
2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What qualification is required?
A recognised postgraduate degree in one of the notified Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Econometrics, Applied or Computer Science disciplines.
What is the pay scale?
₹57,100–₹1,47,760.
Is the detailed notification available?
As of 12 October 2026, APPSC lists Brief Notification No. 09/2026. The detailed notification is due on or before 13 October 2026.