APPSC Forest Section Officer Recruitment 2025 for 100 Posts
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released a significant recruitment drive for 100 Forest Section Officer posts.
This is a great opportunity for graduates with a background in science or specific engineering fields. Notably, the selection process is comprehensive, involving a Screening Test, Main Exam, a mandatory walking test, and a Computer Proficiency Test, making physical fitness as crucial as academic knowledge.
Key Information Table:
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 07/2025 |
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post Name | Forest Section Officer (FSO) |
| Total Vacancies | 100 |
| Salary / Pay | Rs. 32,670 – 1,01,970 per month |
| Last Date | 17/08/2025 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
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Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for a total of 100 Forest Section Officer vacancies in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service. The distribution is as follows:
- Carried Forward Vacancies: 30
- Fresh Vacancies: 70
- Total: 100
These vacancies include posts reserved for Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP). For a detailed district-wise and category-wise breakdown, please refer to Annexure-I of the official notification.
Notification PDF - Click to Download Application Link - Click to ApplyImportant Dates
- Application Start Date: 28/07/2025
- Application Last Date: 17/08/2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
- Screening Test Date (Tentative): 07/09/2025
- Main Examination Date: To be announced separately
Application Fees
- Application Processing Fee: Rs. 250/-
- Examination Fee: Rs. 80/-
- Total Fee: Rs. 330/-
Note: The following categories are exempted from paying the Examination Fee of Rs. 80/-:
- SC, ST, BC, & Ex-Servicemen.
- Families holding a household supply white card issued by the Civil Supplies Department, A.P. Government.
- Unemployed youth as per government norms.
Candidates from other states must pay both the processing and examination fees.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
(as on 01/07/2025)
Age Relaxation:
- SC, ST, BC, and EWS: 5 years
- SC/ST candidates for CF vacancies: 10 years
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University in India with one of the following subjects:
- Botany or
- Forestry or
- Horticulture or
- Zoology or
- Physics or
- Chemistry or
- Mathematics or
- Statistics or
- Geology or
- Agriculture
OR
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
Physical Requirements
For Men:
- Height: Not less than 163 cms
- Chest: Not less than 84 cms round the chest on full inspiration, with a chest expansion of at least 5 cms.
For Women:
- Height: Not less than 150 cms
- Chest: Not less than 79 cms round the chest on full inspiration, with a chest expansion of at least 5 cms.
Walking Test:
- Male Candidates: Must complete 25 Kms in 4 hours.
- Female Candidates: Must complete 16 Kms in 4 hours.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on a multi-stage process:
- Screening Test: An objective-type (OMR-based) preliminary test will be conducted if the number of applicants is high.
- Main Examination: Candidates shortlisted from the Screening Test will appear for the Main Examination (Objective type).
- Physical & Medical Tests: Candidates must qualify in a walking test and meet the prescribed physical and medical standards.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): Candidates who qualify in the above stages will be shortlisted for the CPT, which is a qualifying test.
- Final Merit: The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination, subject to qualification in all other tests.
How to Apply
- OTPR Registration: Candidates must first register through the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on the APPSC website to get a User ID. If already registered, you can log in directly.
- Login: Log in to the APPSC website using your OTPR ID and password.
- Select Notification: Click on "Online Application Submission" and select the notification for the Forest Section Officer post.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in the application-specific details like Local/Non-Local status, and verify all pre-populated data from your OTPR profile.
- Fee Payment: Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the application fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Submit Application: After successful payment, your application will be submitted.
- Download and Print: Download a copy of the submitted application form for your future reference.
Important Links
| Link | |
|---|---|
| Apply Online: | Click Here |
| Official Notification: | Download PDF |
| Official Website: | psc.ap.gov.in |
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