Government jobs in Andhra Pradesh
Eligibility, age limits and category relaxation for Andhra Pradesh government recruitment, from the APPSC civil services exam to police constable. Students from Andhra Pradesh can also apply for 48 central government exams.
Before you apply
Andhra Pradesh recruitment usually requires or tests Telugu.
Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS usually apply only to Andhra Pradesh residents.
Andhra Pradesh government exams
APPSC
APPSC Group I & II
- Qualification
- Graduate
- Age (General)
- 18–42 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
Up to 44 under a temporary order valid to Sept 2027. DSP minimum 21.
Official website: psc.ap.gov.inAPSLPRB
Andhra Pradesh Police Constable
- Qualification
- Class 12
- Age (General)
- 18–24 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
State education department
AP TET
- Qualification
- D.El.Ed / B.Ed
- Age (General)
- No upper age limit for the test
Eligibility test for state government teacher jobs. Recruitment exams after it have their own age limits.
Official website: tet2dsc.apcfss.in
Central government jobs for Andhra Pradesh students
Central exams are open to candidates from every state, with the same age relaxation everywhere. See the full lists by qualification:
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for APPSC?
For the APPSC Group I & II, the age limit for General candidates is 18 to 42 years. Reserved categories get extra years (OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10). You need a bachelor's degree in any subject. Up to 44 under a temporary order valid to Sept 2027. DSP minimum 21.
What qualification do I need for Andhra Pradesh Police Constable?
Class 12 pass, with an age limit of 18 to 24 years for General candidates. Physical standards and a running test also apply.
Can candidates from other states apply for Andhra Pradesh government jobs?
Usually yes for General posts. Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS normally apply only to Andhra Pradesh residents; candidates from other states are treated as General.
Which exam do I need for a government teacher job in Andhra Pradesh?
AP TET for state government schools (D.El.Ed for primary classes, graduation with B.Ed for upper primary), or CTET for central schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas.
Other states
Rules checked against the latest notifications in October 2026. Exam bodies change age limits and cut-off dates each cycle, so always confirm in the official notification before you apply.