Short Detail:
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has issued Notification No. 25/2026 for Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II Recruitment 2026. The detailed advertisement now lists 97 posts across 3 welfare services. Online forms are accepted between 09/10/2026 and 29/10/2026. Applicants need graduation and the teaching qualification required for their chosen service. Check the updated category-wise posts, age limit, fees and selection tests before applying.
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Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 25/2026 (09/10/2026)
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 09/10/2026
- Form Start Date: 09/10/2026
- Form Last Date: 29/10/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 29/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: 7 days after forms close
- Admit Card Date: Before Exam
- Exam Date: Coming soon
Application Fees
- Gen / EWS: ₹330/-
- SC / ST / BC (A.P.): ₹250/-
- PBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹250/-
- Eligible A.P. White Card Holders / Unemployed Youth: ₹250/-
- Other States (Except PBD / Ex-Servicemen): ₹330/-
- Form Correction: ₹100/- per correction
- Pay By: Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/07/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 44 Years
- Age limits apply to Social Welfare, Tribal Welfare and BC Welfare posts.
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | Max Age With Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 49 Years |
| SC / ST Carry Forward Posts | 54 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) | 54 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 47 Years plus Armed Forces service period |
| NCC Instructors | 47 Years plus NCC service period |
| Regular A.P. Government Employees | 44 Years plus regular service, up to 49 Years; not for corporation or municipality employees |
| Retrenched Temporary State Census Employees | 47 Years, if they served for at least 6 months |
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 97
| Category | 01: Social Welfare | 02: Tribal Welfare | 03: BC Welfare | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OC (Unreserved) | 24 | 5 | 17 | 46 |
| BC-A | 1 (CF) | 0 | 1 | 2 (1 CF) |
| BC-B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BC-C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| BC-D | 3 (2 CF) | 0 | 4 | 7 (2 CF) |
| BC-E | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| SC | 3 (2 CF) | 3 (1 CF) | 7 (1 CF) | 13 (4 CF) |
| ST | 3 (1 CF) | 15 (2 CF) | 2 | 20 (3 CF) |
| EWS | 2 (1 CF) | 0 | 1 | 3 (1 CF) |
| Grand Total | 41 (7 CF) | 23 (3 CF) | 33 (1 CF) | 97 (11 CF) |
CF means Carry Forward posts. There are 86 fresh posts and 11 carry forward posts.
Eligibility Details
| Service / Post Code | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Social Welfare / 01 | A recognized graduation degree plus B.Ed. or B.T. degree. |
| Tribal Welfare / 02 | A recognized graduation degree plus Diploma in Education (D.Ed.) or Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.). |
| BC Welfare / 03 | A recognized graduation degree plus B.Ed. or an accepted equivalent qualification. |
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II: Salary Details
| Post Code | Service / Department | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | A.P. Social Welfare Subordinate Service | ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 |
| 02 | A.P. Tribal Welfare Subordinate Service | ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 |
| 03 | A.P. Backward Classes Welfare Subordinate Service | ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Stages of Selection
- Take the Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT), which has 2 written papers.
- Candidates are ranked district-wise by written test scores. APPSC adjusts scores when the test has multiple sessions.
- District authorities check the original certificates of shortlisted candidates.
- Pass the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). This test is compulsory, but its marks do not increase the final written test score.
- Medical fitness and character checks must be cleared before appointment.
CBRT Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper-II | Education | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Total | 300 | 300 Minutes | 300 |
Marking Scheme
Each wrong answer reduces the score by 1/3 mark. The papers are in English and Telugu; the English paper is the reference for checking answers.
Minimum Written Test Marks
| Category | Minimum Percentage |
|---|---|
| OC / EWS / Sportspersons / Ex-Servicemen | 40% |
| BC | 35% |
| SC / ST / PBD | 30% |
Main Topics for the Test
| Paper | Syllabus Topics |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | A.P., national and international current affairs; general science and IT; Indian history and geography with an A.P. focus; government, economy and planning; environment and disaster management; reasoning and data analysis. |
| Paper-II: Education | Educational ideas and Indian thinkers; society and equal access to education; child growth, learning and motivation; different learning needs; counselling and educational statistics; adult education; teacher training; language policy; education committees and job-related education. |
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
| Test | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Proficiency Test | 60 Minutes | 100 |
Candidates must pass the computer test by getting the minimum marks for their category.
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| O.C. | 40 |
| B.C. | 35 |
| SC / ST / PBD | 30 |
CPT Assessment Areas
| Task | Marks Share |
|---|---|
| Computer fundamentals MCQs | 20% |
| MS Word typing and document formatting | 25% |
| MS Word graphic formatting | 15% |
| MS Excel formulas, sheets and charts | 20% |
| MS PowerPoint slides and animations | 20% |
How to apply for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II 2026
- Open the official APPSC website and read the detailed notification carefully.
- Register yourself with a valid mobile number and email ID to create a user account.
- Log in and fill the online application form with your personal, educational and category details.
- Upload your photo, signature and any other document asked in the form, in the given size and format.
- Pay the fee online for your category and save the payment receipt.
- Check every entry in the preview page, then submit the form before 29/10/2026.
- Download and take a printout of the submitted form for future use.
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II 2026: FAQS
What is the last date to apply for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II Recruitment 2026?
Forms can be submitted until 29/10/2026 at 11:59 PM. Registration opened on 09/10/2026, and fee payment ends on 29/10/2026. The correction facility is available for 7 days after applications close, with ₹100 charged per correction.
How many posts are there in APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II Recruitment 2026?
The detailed notice gives 97 posts: 41 in Social Welfare, 23 in Tribal Welfare and 33 in Backward Classes Welfare. This includes 11 carry forward posts. The earlier 73-post count has been replaced with the updated distribution.
What is the educational qualification for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II?
A graduation degree is required for every service. For Social Welfare, add B.Ed. or B.T.; for Tribal Welfare, add D.Ed. or B.Ed.; for BC Welfare, add B.Ed. or an equivalent qualification. These qualifications must be completed by 09/10/2026.
What is the age limit for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II 2026?
The age range is 18–44 years on 01/07/2026. The maximum becomes 49 years for SC, ST, BC and EWS candidates. Separate 10-year relaxation applies to PBD candidates and SC/ST carry forward posts. Other eligible groups have service-based relaxation.
What is the application fee for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II Recruitment 2026?
Gen/EWS applicants normally pay ₹330. Eligible A.P. SC/ST/BC applicants, PBD candidates and Ex-Servicemen pay ₹250. Eligible A.P. White Card holders and unemployed youth also pay ₹250. Most applicants from other states pay ₹330, except PBD and Ex-Servicemen.
What is the selection process for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II?
The written papers decide the district-wise ranking. Shortlisted applicants must get their original documents checked and pass the computer test. Medical fitness and character checks are also required for appointment. Computer test marks are not added to written scores.
What is the salary of Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II in APPSC?
All 3 services have a pay scale of ₹37,640–₹1,15,500. The same scale applies to Social Welfare, Tribal Welfare and BC Welfare posts. This is the notified pay scale and should not be treated as the monthly take-home amount.
Is there negative marking in the APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer exam?
Yes. A wrong answer leads to a deduction of 1/3 mark in the written test. There are 150 questions in each paper, with 150 marks and 150 minutes for each. Both papers together have 300 marks.
