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The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 27/2026 (dated 02.11.2026) to recruit 503 Assistant Executive Engineers (AEE) in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical streams across eight AP engineering departments. The biggest share is 203 AEE (Civil) posts in the Water Resources Department. Engineering graduates aged 18 to 44 can apply online from 2 November to 22 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Every post carries the pay scale Rs 57,100 to 1,47,760.
Details below come straight from the APPSC detailed notification PDF.
| Quick overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical) |
| Notification No. | 27/2026, dated 02.11.2026 |
| Total vacancies | 503 |
| Pay scale | Rs 57,100 – 1,47,760 |
| Age | 18 to 44 years as on 01.07.2026 |
| Exam mode | Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT), 450 marks |
| Selection | Written exam (plus Computer Proficiency Test) |
Official links
Always verify dates and fees on the official website before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed notification | 02 November 2026 |
| Online application | 02 November to 22 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Age reckoned as on | 01 July 2026 |
| Exam (CBRT) | Date to be announced |
APPSC AEE Vacancy 2026: Department-wise
| Post Code | Post and Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | AEE (Civil), Public Health & Municipal Engineering | 21 |
| 02 | AEE (Civil/Mech), Panchayat Raj & Rural Development Engineering | 100 |
| 03 | AEE (Civil), Rural Water Supply & Sanitation | 73 |
| 04 | AEE (Civil), Roads & Buildings | 75 |
| 05 | AEE (Electrical), Roads & Buildings | 04 |
| 06 | AEE (Civil/Mech), Tribal Welfare Engineering | 06 |
| 07 | AEE (Civil), Water Resources | 203 |
| 08 | AEE (Mech), Water Resources | 21 |
| Total | 503 | |
Zone-wise and category-wise break-up is in Annexure-I of the notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Processing fee | Exam fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (OC) and other-state candidates | Rs 250 | Rs 120 | Rs 370 |
| SC, ST, BC, PBD, Ex-Servicemen (AP) | Rs 250 | Exempt | Rs 250 |
Pay online (net banking, credit or debit card). Fees are not refunded.
Eligibility
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| AEE (Civil) | Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (UGC/AICTE recognised), or pass in Sections A and B of AMIE in Civil Engineering |
| AEE (Civil/Mech), Panchayat Raj and Tribal Welfare | Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering |
| AEE (Mech), Water Resources | Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering |
| AEE (Electrical), R&B | Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering |
The qualification must be held on the notification date (02.11.2026). Check the exact wording for your post code in the official PDF, including AMIE equivalence for your branch.
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BC and EWS | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of service + 3 years |
| Regular AP State Government employees | As per rules (up to 5 years) |
APPSC AEE Exam Pattern 2026
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Minutes | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies & Mental Ability (all post codes) | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Paper 2 | Civil & Mechanical Engineering (common, post codes 1-4, 6-8) or Electrical Engineering (post code 5) | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Paper 3 | Civil Engg (codes 1, 3, 4, 7); Civil & Mech common (codes 2, 6); Electrical (code 5); Mechanical (code 8) | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Total | 450 | |||
- Degree standard, objective type, conducted as a CBRT.
- Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks for each wrong answer.
- General Studies paper is in English and Telugu; subject papers are in English only.
- Minimum aggregate marks: OC, EWS, Sportspersons and Ex-Servicemen 40%; BC 35%; SC, ST and PBD 30%.
- Scores are normalised if the CBRT runs in several sessions.
- Shortlisted candidates must qualify the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
How to Apply
- Register for APPSC One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new user.
- Open the APPSC online application page and log in with your OTPR ID.
- Select Notification No. 27/2026 (Assistant Executive Engineers).
- Choose your post code(s) carefully; your Paper 3 depends on it.
- Upload photo and signature, pay the fee, submit and save the PDF.
APPSC offers a free mock test on its website to practise the computer-based format.
Official links
Always verify dates and fees on the official website before applying.
FAQs
Q. How many AEE posts has APPSC announced?
A. 503 posts under Notification No. 27/2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
A. 22 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Q. Can diploma holders apply for APPSC AEE?
A. No. A bachelor’s degree in the relevant engineering branch (or AMIE Sections A and B where allowed) is needed.
Q. What is the salary of APPSC AEE?
A. Pay scale Rs 57,100 to 1,47,760.
Q. What is the exam pattern?
A. Three papers of 150 marks each (450 total) in CBRT mode, with 1/3 negative marking.
Q. What is the age limit?
A. 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Q. When is the exam?
A. APPSC will announce the date later. We will update this page.
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