APPSC Recruitment 2026: 196 Assistant Statistical Officer – Apply Online @ psc.ap.gov.in

Post‑Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics OR Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics/Economics/Commerce/Computer Science with Statistics as a paper (as one of the subjects). Must be possessed as on 13 Oct 2026.
• Age Limit: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 44 years as on 01-Jul-2026. Age relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS; 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities; service‑related relaxations per rules.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

Selection Process: The candidates will be selected on the basis of merit in the Written Examination (Computer Based Recruitment Test – CBRT) followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). The final selection is subject to verification of certificates, reservation, local status and other eligibility conditions.

Screening Clause: If the number of candidates exceeding 30% of the total vacancies, a screening stage may be introduced. No TA/DA will be paid for the written examination and CPT.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q1: What is the last date to apply for APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer Recruitment 2026?
  A: The online application closes on 2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
• Q2: Is there a walk‑in interview or is the process entirely online?
  A: The recruitment is purely online; there is no walk‑in interview.
• Q3: What is the application fee and which categories are exempt?
  A: Application fee: Rs. 250 (Processing) + Rs. 80 (Examination) = Rs. 330. Exempt categories (SC, ST, BC, PwD, Ex‑servicemen, AP white card holders, etc.) pay only Rs. 250.
• Q4: Is this a permanent government post or a contractual/project role?
  A: This is a permanent government post under the A.P. Economics & Statistical Subordinate Service.
• Q5: What is the salary structure for the Assistant Statistical Officer?
  A: The pay scale is Rs. 37,640 – Rs. 1,15,500 per month, inclusive of all allowances.
• Q6: Where can I download the official notification PDF?
  A: The official notification PDF is available at Download APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer Official Notification PDF.