Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 09/2025 dated 12 August 2025 for the recruitment of APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025 in the A.P. Agriculture Service. A total of 10 carried forward vacancies are available in Zones I and III. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 19-08-2025 to 08-09-2025 through the official website. The selection will be based on a Written Examination followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
No other means/mode of submission of applications will be accepted for APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025.The number of vacancies advertised is tentative and may decrease or increase.
To access further details regarding the recruitment, such as the syllabus, age criteria, qualifications, salary scale, and any additional information, please review the advertisement thoroughly before proceeding with your application.
Important Dates – APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | 09/2025 |
| Application Start Date | 19-08-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08-09-2025 |
| Last Date to Fee Payment | 08-09-2025 |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced |
| CPT Date | To be announced |
Application Fee – APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025
- Processing Fee: ₹250/-
- Examination Fee: ₹120/-
- Fee Exemption: SC/ST/BC/PBD/Ex-Servicemen, Families with White Ration Card, Unemployed youth (AP residents) are exempted from exam fee of ₹120/-.
- Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking, Debit or Credit Card.
Age Eligibility – APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025 (as on 01-07-2025)
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 42 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BC, EWS | 5 years |
| SC/ST CF Vacancies | 10 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + service rendered |
| NCC (Instructors) | 3 years |
| AP State Govt. Employees | Length of service (max 5 years) |
| Retrenched Census Employees (min 6 months service) | 3 years |
Educational Eligibility for APPSC Forest Section Officer Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from a State Agriculture University or any Agriculture University accredited by ICAR. |
Vacancy Details – APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025
| Category | Zone-I (Open) | Zone-I (Local) | Zone-III (Open) | Zone-III (Local) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OC | – | 04 | 01 | – | 05 |
| BC-D | – | 01 | – | – | 01 |
| BC-E | 01 | 01 | – | 01 | 03 |
| SC (Group-II) | 01 | – | – | – | 01 |
| Total | 02 | 06 | 01 | 01 | 10 |
Selection Procedure – APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | Objective type, offline (OMR) |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Practical-type test |
| Final Selection | Based on merit in Written Exam + CPT |
Exam Pattern – APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025
Written Examination: APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deduction per wrong answer.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 mins |
| Paper-II | Agriculture | 150 | 300 | 150 mins |
| Total | – | 300 | 450 | – |
CPT Pattern: APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025
| Test | Duration | Marks | Qualifying Marks (OC/BC/SC-ST-PBD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Automation & Computer Skills | 60 mins | 100 | 40 / 35 / 30 |
Syllabus Summary – APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025
Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability
- Current Events (National, International, AP)
- Science & Technology, IT Applications
- History, Indian National Movement, AP History
- Indian Polity, Governance, Economy
- Sustainable Development & Environment
- Disaster Management, Logical Reasoning, Data Analysis
Paper-II: Agriculture
- Agronomy, Kharif & Rabi Crops
- Weed & Water Management
- Organic Farming
- Plant Breeding, Seed Technology
- Soil Science, Agricultural Chemistry
- Entomology, Pest Management
- Agricultural Economics & Marketing
Exam Pattern – APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025
Pay and Allowances – APPSC Agriculture Officer 2025
- Pay Scale: ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540/- as per RPS 2022.
- Other benefits and allowances as per AP Govt norms
How to Apply (Step-by-step)
- Visit https://psc.ap.gov.in
- Complete OTPR (One Time Profile Registration)
- Login using OTPR ID & password
- Click on “Online Application Submission”
- Fill form with accurate details
- Upload documents and pay application fee
- Submit and download application receipt
| Before applying online, it’s important for interested candidates to carefully read through the entire notification. www.vacancyboard.in |
Links for Online Application Form
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click here |
| APPSC Official Website | Click here |
| All the best to all enthusiastic Aspirants! www.vacancyboard.in Congratulations! |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the last date to apply?
08 September 2025.
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How many vacancies are available?
10 carried forward vacancies.
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What is the selection process?
Written Exam + Computer Proficiency Test.
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What is the salary?
₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540/-.
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Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3 mark deduction per wrong answer.
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What is the exam mode?
Offline (OMR based).
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Is CPT mandatory?
Yes, it’s qualifying in nature.
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Is there fee exemption for BC candidates?
Yes, for AP residents.
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Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, but no reservation benefits.
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What is the qualification required?
4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from ICAR-accredited university.