π’ Andhra Pradesh Government Job Alert 2025 – The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially released Notification No. 06/2025 dated 14 July 2025 for the recruitment of Forest Beat Officers (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officers (ABO) in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service. This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking for government jobs after Intermediate in Andhra Pradesh or those with backgrounds in engineering, polytechnic, or degree qualifications aiming for secure AP government jobs.
Let’s explore all details including eligibility criteria, selection process, physical standards, exam pattern, and how to apply online for these 691 vacancies across Andhra Pradesh districts.
Event | Date |
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Notification Date | 14 July 2025 |
Online Application Start Date | 16 July 2025 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 05 August 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Exam Dates | To be notified separately |
There are 691 total vacancies including:
β Forest Beat Officer (FBO): 256 Posts
β Assistant Beat Officer (ABO): 435 Posts
π Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP) are also eligible under horizontal reservation quota.
π Pay Scale:
Forest Beat Officer: βΉ25,220 – βΉ80,910/-
Assistant Beat Officer: βΉ23,120 – βΉ74,770/-
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
π Age Relaxation:
SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years
SC/ST for Carry Forward Vacancies: Up to 10 years
Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized board. Candidates from polytechnic, diploma, degree, and engineering backgrounds are also eligible provided they fulfill other criteria.
Height: 163 cm
Chest: 84 cm (normal), 5 cm expansion
Height: 150 cm
Chest: 79 cm (normal), 5 cm expansion
π― Note: Relaxation of 5 cm in height for ST, Gurkhas, Assamese, Nepalese, and other special categories.
Male: 25 km in 4 hours
Female: 16 km in 4 hours
The APPSC FBO/ABO 2025 selection will be based on:
Screening Test (Objective Type)
Main Examination (Objective Type)
Walking Test
Medical Fitness
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
ποΈ Bonus Marks for NCC Certificate Holders:
NCC "C" Certificate – 5 marks
NCC "B" Certificate – 3 marks
NCC "A" Certificate – 1 mark
πΉ Visit https://psc.ap.gov.in
πΉ Register under One Time Profile Registration (OTPR)
πΉ Log in using OTPR ID
πΉ Fill the Online Application Form
πΉ Upload required documents
πΉ Pay the Application & Exam Fee
πΉ Submit and take a printout for future reference
π’ Note: No offline applications will be accepted.
Application Processing Fee: βΉ250/-
Examination Fee: βΉ80/-
π« Fee Exempted Categories (Only Processing Fee to be paid):
SC/ST/BC/Ex-Servicemen
Families with White Ration Card
Unemployed Youth (Declaration Required)
π³ Payment Mode: Online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking.
Jobs are available in various districts across Andhra Pradesh including:
Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, East/West Godavari, Krishna, Guntur
Nellore, Prakasam, Ananthapuramu, Kadapa, Chittoor, Kurnool, Nandyal
π― Local ST candidates are exclusively eligible for agency area posts.
Multiple Choice Questions (Objective)
Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer
Mandatory for final selection
No marks awarded, but qualifying is essential
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There are 691 vacancies in total – 256 for Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and 435 for Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) posts.
Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or its equivalent from a recognized board.
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years as of 01 July 2025. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories.
FBO: βΉ25,220 – βΉ80,910
ABO: βΉ23,120 – βΉ74,770
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official APPSC website: https://psc.ap.gov.in using their OTPR ID.
Yes. A walking test and medical fitness test are part of the selection process.
Yes. NCC certificate holders will receive:
NCC-C: 5 marks
NCC-B: 3 marks
NCC-A: 1 mark
Yes. CPT is mandatory and candidates must qualify it to be eligible for final selection.
The last date to apply online is 05 August 2025 (11:59 PM).
Yes, but they are not eligible for reservation benefits and must pay the full application + exam fee.
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Freshers looking for AP govt jobs after Intermediate
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Degree holders interested in Forest Department recruitment
Job seekers from Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati, Guntur, Nellore, and other major cities
Double-check physical measurements before applying.
Prepare well in advance for walking and CPT.
Monitor https://psc.ap.gov.in regularly for updates on exam dates and hall tickets.
Start preparation with previous year question papers and mock tests.
With over 691 vacancies, this is one of the largest APPSC recruitments in 2025. Whether you're a fresher or experienced candidate, don’t miss this chance to join the prestigious Andhra Pradesh Forest Department and contribute to forest conservation and public service.
Apply before 5th August 2025 and secure your government career today!
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