Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Brief Notification No. 24/2026 dated 15 September 2026 for direct recruitment to the post of APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer in the A.P. Industries Subordinate Service. A total of 78 provisional vacancies have been notified. Online applications will be accepted from 16 October 2026 to 5 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Post | Industrial Promotion Officer |
| Service | A.P. Industries Subordinate Service |
| Notification No. | 24/2026 |
| Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Vacancies | 78 |
| Pay Scale | ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 5 November 2026 |
| Examination Mode | Online – CBRT |
The detailed notification containing the vacancy breakup, age, community, educational qualifications and other eligibility conditions is scheduled to be available on or before 16 October 2026. Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed notification before applying.
APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Exam Pattern
The recruitment will have a single-level examination, and no Screening Test will be conducted irrespective of the number of applications received. The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Test | General English & General Telugu | 100 | 100 | 100 min |
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 min |
| Paper II | Mathematics | 150 | 150 | 150 min |
| Paper III | General Forestry | 150 | 150 | 150 min |
| Total Main Papers | — | 450 | 450 | — |
There is a negative marking of one-third of the marks prescribed for each question for every wrong answer.
APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Syllabus
Paper I covers current affairs, General Science, Science & Technology, Indian History, Geography with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh, Indian Polity and Governance, Economy and Planning, Sustainable Development, Environment, Disaster Management, Logical Reasoning and Data Analysis.
Paper II is at Diploma Standard and covers Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Industrial Management, Industrial Engineering and Fundamentals of Computer Science.
Additionally, the notification contains a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) scheme covering office automation and computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software.
Important Points for Candidates
Applicants must submit their applications only through the prescribed online mode and should avoid waiting until the last date. The crucial date for relevant aspects of the recruitment will be the date of the Detailed Notification.
FAQs: APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are announced for APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026?
The APPSC has announced 78 provisional vacancies for the post of Industrial Promotion Officer in the A.P. Industries Subordinate Service.
What are the application dates for APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online applications will be accepted from 16 October 2026 to 5 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM through the prescribed online mode.
What is the exam pattern for APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment has a single-level CBRT examination with two papers. Paper I has 150 questions for 150 marks, and Paper II has 150 questions for 150 marks, making a total of 300 questions and 300 marks.
Is there negative marking in the APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer exam?
Yes. There is a negative marking of one-third of the marks prescribed for each question for every wrong answer.
What subjects are covered in the APPSC Industrial Promotion Officer syllabus?
Paper I covers General Studies and Mental Ability, including current affairs, science, history, geography, polity, economy, environment, disaster management, reasoning and data analysis. Paper II, at Diploma Standard, covers Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Industrial Management, Industrial Engineering and Fundamentals of Computer Science.
