APPSC Forest Beat Officer Recruitment 2025 for 691 FBO & ABO Posts
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released a significant recruitment drive for 691 Forest Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer positions.
This is a great opportunity for 12th-pass candidates looking for a career in the state's forest services.
Applicants should pay special attention to the stringent physical and endurance standards, including a walking test, which are mandatory for selection.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 06/2025 |
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post Name | Forest Beat Officer & Assistant Beat Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 691 |
| Salary / Pay |
Forest Beat Officer: Rs. 25,220 - 80,910 Assistant Beat Officer: Rs. 23,120 - 74,770 |
| Last Date | 05/08/2025 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
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Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for a total of 691 posts, distributed as follows:
- Forest Beat Officer (FBO): 256 Posts
- Assistant Beat Officer (ABO): 435 Posts
A detailed district-wise and category-wise breakup is available in the official notification.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 16/07/2025
- Application Last Date: 05/08/2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
- Exam Date (Tentative): To be announced separately
Application Fees
- For General / Other States Candidates: Rs. 330/- (Rs. 250 Application Processing Fee + Rs. 80 Examination Fee)
- For SC, ST, BC, Ex-Servicemen & Families with household supply white card (Residents of Andhra Pradesh): Rs. 250/- (Examination fee of Rs. 80/- is exempted)
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- The crucial date for age calculation is 01/07/2025.
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Age Relaxation:
- SC, ST, BC, EWS: 5 years
- SC/ST (Carried Forward vacancies): 10 years
Educational and Physical Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational and physical standards:
Educational Qualification:
- Must have passed Intermediate Examination (12th Class) or its equivalent.
Physical Requirements (Male):
- Height: 163 Cms
- Chest: 84 Cms (on full inspiration)
- Chest Expansion: 5 Cms
- Walking Test: 25 Kms to be completed in 4 hours.
Physical Requirements (Female):
- Height: 150 Cms
- Chest: 79 Cms (on full inspiration)
- Chest Expansion: 5 Cms
- Walking Test: 16 Kms to be completed in 4 hours.
Note: Relaxations in physical standards are applicable for specified categories like ST, Gurkhas, etc., as per rules.
How to Apply
- Candidates must first register through the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on the APPSC website if they haven't already.
- Visit the official APPSC website: psc.ap.gov.in.
- Log in using your OTPR ID and password.
- Click on "Online Application Submission" on the dashboard.
- Select the Notification No. 06/2025 for Forest Beat Officer & Assistant Beat Officer.
- Fill in the application form with all required details.
- Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the application fee online.
- After successful payment, submit the application form and download a copy for future reference.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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