The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially issued a recruitment notification (Advt No. 20/2026) inviting applications for the role of Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO). Eligible aspirants can complete their registration on the commission’s official portal.
Overview
The recruitment drive aims to fill 196 vacancies for the post of Assistant Statistical Officer within the A.P. Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service. This selection offers an attractive pay scale ranging from Rs. 37,640 to Rs. 1,15,500.
Selected candidates will serve across six designated zones within Andhra Pradesh. In accordance with state guidelines, 95% of positions are earmarked for local candidates under the Presidential Order.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: September 15, 2026
- Online Application Start Date: October 13, 2026
- Last Date to Apply & Pay Fees: November 2, 2026
- Application Correction Window: Open for 7 days post-deadline (fee applies)
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
Applicants must satisfy specific age criteria and academic requirements to be eligible for selection.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as of 01/07/2026) | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) | 196 | 18 to 44 years (Standard age relaxations apply for SC, ST, BC, EWS, and PBD candidates) |
Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as a main subject, OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, or Computer Science (with Statistics as a paper) from a recognized university. |
Candidates must also qualify in the selection stages, which comprise an objective Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) totaling 300 marks, followed by a mandatory Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
Application Fee
Candidates can remit the applicable charges online via net banking, credit card, or debit card:
- Application Processing Fee (All Categories): Rs. 250/-
- Examination Fee (General / OC / Others): Rs. 250/-
- Examination Fee (SC / ST / BC / PBD / Ex-Servicemen / Unemployed Youth of AP): Exempted (Rs. 0/-)
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official portal at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) to generate your unique credentials if you are a first-time applicant.
- Log in using your registered OTPR ID and Password.
- Click on ‘Online Application Submission’ and choose the relevant notification for Assistant Statistical Officer.
- Provide your academic details, zonal preferences, and examination center selections.
- Pay the required application fees through the secure payment gateway.
- Submit the form, note down the Payment Reference ID, and download the application confirmation PDF for future reference.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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