APPSC District Probation Officer Recruitment 2026 is out. Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has released Notification No. 12/2026 (dated 16 October 2026) for 15 posts of District Probation Officer, Grade-II / Intake Probation Officer in A.P. Juvenile Welfare and Correctional Sub Services। यह एक zonal भर्ती है। Social Work या Psychology background वाले candidates 16 October से 5 November 2026 (11:59 PM) तक online apply कर सकते हैं।
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APPSC District Probation Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada |
| Notification No. | 12/2026 (dated 16.10.2026) |
| Post Name | District Probation Officer, Grade-II / Intake Probation Officer in A.P. Juvenile Welfare and Correctional Sub Services |
| Total Vacancies | 15 (zonal post) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 44,570 – 1,27,480 |
| Qualification | Degree or Master’s in Social Work, Psychology or Criminology (see details below) |
| Apply Mode | Online only (psc.ap.gov.in) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 16.10.2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 16.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05.11.2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | Up to 7 days after the last date (Rs. 100 per correction) |
| Written Exam (CBRT) | Date will be intimated later |
| Hall Ticket | Will be hosted on the Commission’s website |
Application Fee
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee | Rs. 250 |
| Examination Fee | Rs. 80 |
- Exam fee (Rs. 80) exempted for: SC, ST, BC, PBD and Ex-Servicemen; families holding a Household Supply White Card (A.P. residents); and unemployed youth as per G.O.Ms.No.439 (declaration required).
- Exempted-category candidates from other states (except PBD and Ex-Servicemen) are not entitled to fee exemption or reservation.
- Candidates of other states pay the Rs. 80 exam fee along with the Rs. 250 processing fee.
- Payment mode: Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. Fee refundable नहीं है। IPO और Demand Draft accept नहीं होंगे।
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 25 years
- Maximum age: 44 years (as on 01.07.2026)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BC and EWS | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen and NCC Instructors | 3 years, plus the length of service in the armed forces or NCC |
| Regular A.P. State Government employees | Length of regular service, up to a maximum of 5 years |
| Retrenched temporary employees of the State Census Department (minimum 6 months of service) | 3 years |
Qualification
Candidates must hold one of the following from a University in India established under a Central, Provincial or State Act:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology, or
- Any graduation with M.A. in Social Work or Psychology, or
- M.A. with specialisation in Criminology or Correctional Administration.
- Degrees obtained through Open or Distance Education must be recognised by the Distance Education Council. B.Tech/B.E under distance mode is eligible only if recognised or approved by AICTE.
- Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Vacancy Details
The post is organised into two contiguous zones. Zone-I covers Zones I, II and III, and Zone-II covers Zones IV, V and VI.
| Category | Contiguous Zone-I (Open / Local) | Contiguous Zone-II (Open / Local) |
|---|---|---|
| OC | 1 / 4 | 1 / 3 |
| BC-A | – / 1 | – / 1 |
| SC-I | – / 1 | – / 1 |
| SC-II | – / 1 | – / – |
| ST | – / 1 | – / – |
| Total | 9 | 6 |
Grand total: 15 posts. Horizontal reservation for women: 1 post (OC) in each zone.
| Zone | Districts |
|---|---|
| Zone-I | Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli |
| Zone-II | Alluri Sitarama Raju, East Godavari, Kakinada, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema |
| Zone-III | West Godavari, Eluru, NTR, Krishna |
| Zone-IV | Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore |
| Zone-V | Tirupati, Chittoor, Annamayya, Y.S.R. Kadapa |
| Zone-VI | Nandyal, Ananthapuramu, Kurnool, Sri Sathya Sai |
Reservation for local candidates follows the A.P. Presidential Order 2025. Candidates claiming local status need a Study Certificate (Class I to VII) or, where applicable, a Residence Certificate, as stated in the notification.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
- Written Examination (CBRT): Objective type, degree standard, two papers.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): Practical test. Candidates shortlisted after the written exam must qualify it to be eligible for selection.
- Final Selection: Based on merit in the written examination, subject to qualifying the CPT.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies and Mental Ability | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper-II | Social Work and Criminology or Psychology (candidate’s choice, based on qualification) | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Total | 300 | |||
- Negative marking: 1/3rd of the marks for each wrong answer.
- CPT: 60 minutes, 100 marks, on Office Automation and use of computers. Minimum qualifying marks: SC/ST/PBD 30, BC 35, OC 40.
- Minimum qualifying marks in written exam: OC, Sportspersons, Ex-Servicemen and EWS 40%, Backward Classes 35%, SC, ST and PBD 30%.
- Question paper is in English and Telugu. English version is treated as authentic.
- Exam centres: Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati and Ananthapuramu. Candidates can give three centre preferences.
How to Apply
- APPSC की official website psc.ap.gov.in खोलें।
- अगर पहली बार apply कर रहे हैं तो OTPR (One Time Profile Registration) complete करें। User ID आपके registered mobile number और email पर आएगा।
- OTPR ID और password से login करें और “Online Application Submission” पर click करें।
- Notification No. 12/2026 के सामने “Fill Application” चुनें और local status, qualification, Paper-II subject और exam centre की details भरें।
- Save and Submit पर click करें। इसके बाद ही payment link बनेगा।
- Fee online pay करें और submitted application का PDF download करके रखें।
Note: सिर्फ OTPR करना application नहीं माना जाएगा। Name, fee और age relaxation वाले fields बाद में बदले नहीं जा सकते, इसलिए details सावधानी से भरें।
APPSC District Probation Officer Recruitment 2026 – Summary
APPSC has invited online applications under Notification No. 12/2026 for 15 District Probation Officer Grade-II / Intake Probation Officer posts in the A.P. Juvenile Welfare and Correctional Sub Services, with a pay scale of Rs. 44,570 to 1,27,480. Candidates need a degree or master’s in Social Work, Psychology or Criminology as specified, and must be between 25 and 44 years of age as on 01.07.2026. Applications are open from 16 October to 5 November 2026. Selection is based on a computer based written exam of 300 marks, followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are there in APPSC District Probation Officer 2026?
Total 15 posts हैं: Zone-I में 9 और Zone-II में 6।
What is the last date to apply?
Online application की last date 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM है।
What is the qualification for APPSC DPO?
Social Work या Psychology में degree, या किसी भी graduation के साथ Social Work/Psychology में M.A., या Criminology/Correctional Administration में specialisation वाला M.A.।
What is the age limit?
25 से 44 years (01.07.2026 के अनुसार)। Reserved categories को relaxation मिलता है।
What is the salary of a District Probation Officer?
Pay scale Rs. 44,570 से Rs. 1,27,480 है।
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Important Links
| Official Website (Apply Online) | psc.ap.gov.in |
| More State Jobs | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Notification mein dekhein |
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