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Vacancy Details
- Assistant Statistical Officer: 196 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, or Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics/Economics/Commerce/Computer Science with Statistics as a paper- Open Competition (OC): 83
- SC Group I: 2
- SC Group II: 12
- SC Group III: 13
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 13
- BC-A: 17
- BC-B: 16
- BC-C: 3
- BC-D: 12
- BC-E: 7
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 18
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 44 years
Application Fees
- Application Processing Fee: ₹250
- Examination Fee: ₹80
- Total Fee for Non-exempt Candidates: ₹330
- Total Fee for Eligible Examination-fee-exempt Candidates: ₹250
Selection Process
- Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT): Objective-type written examination (two papers totaling 300 marks) conducted as a computer based test; merit in this written exam is primary for selection.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): A practical computer proficiency test (qualifying) of 100 marks and 60 minutes that shortlisted candidates must qualify.
- Certificate Verification: Verification of educational qualifications, reservation, local status and other required documents before final selection.
How to Apply
- Visit the official APPSC website at https://psc.ap.gov.in/.
- Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new applicant.
- Log in using your OTPR ID and password.
- Open the Online Application Submission section and select Assistant Statistical Officer Notification No. 20/2026.
- Verify personal and educational details retrieved from OTPR and enter application-specific information including local status and exam centre preferences.
- Check details carefully, select Save & Submit and pay applicable fees through the online payment gateway (Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card).
- Download the completed application form and payment reference for future use.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date:
- Online Application Start Date:
- Online Application Last Date:
- Qualification Cut-off Date:
- Age Calculation Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required to apply?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Commerce or Computer Science with Statistics as a paper (in one, two or all three years). The degree must be from a recognized university and possessed as on 13 October 2026.
How do I apply for the APPSC ASO 2026 recruitment?
Apply online via the APPSC website (https://psc.ap.gov.in/) between 13 October 2026 and 2 November 2026. Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR), fill the notification-specific application, pay applicable fees online and download the submitted application and payment reference.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date to submit the online application is 02-11-2026 by 11:59 PM.
What is the selection process for the post?
Selection is based on merit in the written examination (Computer Based Recruitment Test), subject to qualifying the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT), followed by certificate verification.
What is the pay scale for the Assistant Statistical Officer post?
The notified pay scale for the Assistant Statistical Officer post is Rs. 37,640 – Rs. 1,15,500.
