Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 196 Vacancies (Notification No. 19/2026)

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada, has officially released its comprehensive employment notification (Notification No. 19/2026) for the direct recruitment of Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) posts under the A.P. Economics and Subordinate Service.

This statewide recruitment campaign aims to fill 196 tentative vacancies for qualified statistical professionals and graduates with specialized quantitative backgrounds. The online registration and application portal is scheduled to open on 13th October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official APPSC web portal up to 3rd November 2026 (11:59 PM).

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada
Department Associated	Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Government of Andhra Pradesh
Notification Number	Notification No. 19/2026 (Dated September 2026)
Post Designation	Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO)
Total Openings	196 Vacancies
Job Location / Cadre	State of Andhra Pradesh (Multi-Zone / District Cadres)
Application Mode	Online Only (via APPSC official web portal)
Online Application Start Date	13th October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	3rd November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
Official Website Portal	psc.ap.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	September 2026
Commencement of Online Application Form	13th October 2026
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	3rd November 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours)
Last Date for Application Fee Payment	3rd November 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours)
Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) Date	To be notified subsequently on the portal

Post, Pay Scale & Classification Matrix

• Post Name: Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) in A.P. Economics and Subordinate Service
• Total Openings: 196 Posts
• Scale of Pay: ₹32,670 – ₹1,01,970/- (Revised State Pay Scale / 7th Pay Equivalent Structure)
• Classification: Group-3 / Non-Gazetted Subordinate Service Category

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st July 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: 42 Years
• Upper Age Relaxations:
  • SC, ST, BC, EWS, and Kapu Communities: 5 Years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen: Service rendered in the armed forces plus 3 years
  • N.C.C. (Whole time cadet instructors): Up to 3 Years relaxation based on service length.
  • Retrenched employees in State Census Department: Up to 3 Years relaxation.

2. Educational Qualifications (As on 3rd November 2026)

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University in India with Statistics or Mathematics or Economics or Commerce or Computer Science as one of the main subjects, or an equivalent degree conforming to the academic standards prescribed by the commission.

• Preference Criteria: Higher professional qualifications in data analytics or economic statistics will be evaluated as per service rules.

Selection Process Structure

1. Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT): Objective-type multiple-choice examination conducted online across designated examination centers in Andhra Pradesh.
   • Paper-I: General Studies and Mental Ability (150 Marks / 150 Questions)
   • Paper-II: Subject Concerned (Mathematics / Statistics / Economics / Commerce as applicable) (150 Marks / 150 Questions)
2. Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): A practical qualifying test assessing proficiency in office automation, word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.
3. Original Document Verification (DV): Verification of educational certificates, community proofs, identity papers, and local candidature claims.

Application & Examination Fee Structure

• Application Processing Fee: ₹250/- (Applicable to all applicants).
• Examination Fee: ₹80/- extra for general applicants.
• Fee Exemptions:
  • SC, ST, BC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates.
  • Families having white ration cards issued by Civil Supplies Corporation, AP (Unemployed youth).
  • Workers from the cooperative sector or unemployed candidates as per state norms.
• Payment Mode: Online digital gateway via Net Banking, Credit Cards, Debit Cards, or UPI channels.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in.
2. One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR): If not previously registered, complete the OTPR mechanism by uploading basic personal particulars, Aadhaar details, and contact parameters to generate a unique APPSC ID.
3. Access Notification Link: Go to the active recruitment notifications and click on “Notification No. 19/2026 – Assistant Statistical Officer”.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in using your OTPR credentials, input educational and local area preferences, and review details carefully.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload clear digital copies of passport-size photographs and signatures following exact pixel dimensions.
6. Pay Application Fee: Remit the processing and exam fees via online payment modes before 3rd November 2026 (11:59 PM).
7. Final Submission & Printout: Submit the filled application form and download a printed copy of the confirmation receipt for your records.

🔗 APPSC Official Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online for APPSC ASO Recruitment

📄 Download APPSC ASO Notification No. 19/2026 PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application submission portal closes strictly on 3rd November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q2: When does the online registration process begin?

A: The online application window opens on 13th October 2026.

Q3: How many total vacancies are announced under Notification No. 19/2026?

A: A total of 196 vacancies have been notified for Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) posts.

Q4: What is the age limit criteria for ASO posts?

A: Candidates must be between 18 and 42 years of age as of 1st July 2026, with age relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

Q5: What is the salary scale for APPSC Assistant Statistical Officer?

A: Selected candidates are placed in the state pay scale of ₹32,670 to ₹1,01,970/- per month.