Detailed Guide & Information
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the detailed notification for APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Recruitment 2026. A total of number of 20 vacancies have been announced for Draughtsman Grade-II in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service. The online application process started from 16th October to 5th November 2026. Candidates must possess a Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Civil) Trade, i.e. ITI in the State or an equivalent examination. The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 1st July 2026. Candidates selected for the post will receive a pay scale of ₹34,580 to ₹1,07,210. Selection will be based on merit in the Written Examination, subject to qualifying the Computer Proficiency Test.
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Recruitment 2026
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Notification 2026 has been released on 16th October 2026 under General Recruitment. Candidates possessing the required Draughtsman Civil trade qualification can apply online through the APPSC website within the prescribed dates.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post Name | Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant) |
| Department | A.P. Forest Subordinate Service |
| Notification No. | 15/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Application Start Date | 16th October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5th November 2026 up to 11:59 PM |
| Salary | ₹34,580 – ₹1,07,210 |
| Exam Mode | Online CBRT |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Computer Proficiency Test |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Draughtsman Notification 2026 PDF
The APPSC Draughtsman Notification 2026 provides details about vacancies, qualifications, application dates, salary, exam pattern and syllabus. The detailed notification containing the category-wise vacancy breakup, age limit, community details and other instructions.
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Notification 2026 PDF: Click to Download
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Vacancy 2026
APPSC has announced a total of 20 vacancies for Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant). The post is organised as a Zonal Post. Out of the total vacancies, 5 are Open vacancies and 15 are Local vacancies.
| Zone | Open Vacancies | Local Vacancies | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone-I | – | 1 | 1 |
| Zone-II | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Zone-III | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Zone-IV | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Zone-V | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Zone-VI | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Total | 5 | 15 | 20 |
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Category-Wise Vacancy 2026
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| OC | 14 |
| SC Group-I | 2 |
| BC-A | 2 |
| BC-B | 1 |
| BC-D | 1 |
| Total | 20 |
APPSC Draughtsman Women and Sports Reservation 2026
The detailed notification also specifies horizontal reservation for Women and Meritorious Sports Persons. Seven vacancies are covered under horizontal reservation for women, while one vacancy in Zone-VI is covered under the Meritorious Sports Persons quota.
| Horizontal Reservation | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Women | OC | 5 |
| Women | BC-B | 1 |
| Women | BC-D | 1 |
| Meritorious Sports Persons | MSP | 1 |
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Draughtsman Grade Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification | 16th October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 16th October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5th November 2026 |
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APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Eligibility 2026
Candidates applying for APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Recruitment 2026 must check the educational qualification, age, nationality and other eligibility requirements prescribed in the detailed notification. The candidate must possess the prescribed qualification as on 16th October 2026.
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Qualification
Candidates must have a Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Civil) Trade, i.e., ITI in the State or an equivalent examination.
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Age Limit 2026
Candidates must be between 18 and 44 years of age as of 1st July 2026.
| Age Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 44 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 1st July 2026 |
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Age Relaxation 2026
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years in addition to length of service rendered in Armed Forces, subject to rules |
| NCC Instructors | 3 Years in addition to length of service rendered as NCC Instructor, subject to rules |
| Regular A.P. State Government Employees | Length of regular State Government service up to a maximum of 5 Years |
| Retrenched Temporary Employees in State Census Department with minimum 6 months service | 3 Years |
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Local Reservation 2026
The Draughtsman Grade-II post is organised into a Zonal Cadre. The detailed notification provides 95% local reservation for local candidates of the respective zones in accordance with the applicable Presidential Order and Government rules.
| Zone | Districts |
|---|---|
| Zone-I | Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli |
| Zone-II | Alluri Sitarama Raju, East Godavari, Kakinada and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema |
| Zone-III | West Godavari, Eluru, NTR and Krishna |
| Zone-IV | Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam and Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore |
| Zone-V | Tirupathi, Chittoor, Annamayya and YSR Kadapa |
| Zone-VI | Nandyal, Ananthapuramu, Kurnool and Sri Sathya Sai |
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Apply Online 2026
The online application process for APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Recruitment 2026 started from 16th October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through psc.ap.gov.in until 5th November 2026. Candidates can check the steps to appply in below-:
Visit the official APPSC website.
Open the Draughtsman Grade-II Recruitment 2026 application link.
Complete the registration or login process.
Enter the required personal and qualification details.
Upload the required documents and submit the form before the deadline.
APPSC Draughtsman Application Fees 2026
Candidates have to pay an application processing fee of ₹250. An additional examination fee of ₹80 is payable by candidates who are not exempted under the notification.
| Fee Particular | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee | ₹250 |
| Examination Fee | ₹80 |
| Total Fee for Non-Exempt Candidates | ₹330 |
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Selection Process 2026
The recruitment will have a single-level examination and no Screening Test will be conducted regardless of the number of applicants. The examination will be conducted in online CBRT mode. Normalisation may be applied if the examination is held in multiple sessions.
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination consists of two objective-type papers carrying a total of 300 marks. Each paper contains 150 questions and has a duration of 150 minutes.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Paper II | ITI Civil Draughtsman | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Total | 300 | 300 | – |
For every incorrect answer, one-third of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Syllabus 2026
Paper I covers General Science, current affairs, Indian and Andhra Pradesh history, geography, polity, economy, mental ability, sustainable development and disaster management. Paper II focuses on technical Draughtsman Civil topics.
| Paper | Major Topics |
|---|---|
| Paper I | General Science, Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Mental Ability, Environment and Disaster Management |
| Paper II | Drawing, Surveying, Levelling, Theodolite Survey, Total Station, GPS, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration and Trigonometry |
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Computer Proficiency Test
The notification also provides the scheme for a Computer Proficiency Test based on office automation and computer software. The practical test is of 100 marks with a duration of 60 minutes. The minimum qualifying marks are 30 for SC/ST/PH, 35 for BC and 40 for OC candidates.
APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Ques: How many APPSC Draughtsman Grade II vacancies are announced?
Answer: APPSC has announced 20 vacancies for Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant).
Ques: What is the qualification for APPSC Draughtsman Grade II?
Answer: Candidates must possess a Trade Certificate or ITI qualification in Draughtsman (Civil) Trade or an equivalent examination.
Ques: When will APPSC Draughtsman Grade II applications start?
Answer: Online applications process started on 16th October 2026.
Ques: What is the last date to apply for APPSC Draughtsman Grade II Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The last date to submit the application is 5th November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Ques: What is the APPSC Draughtsman Grade II salary?
Answer: The notified pay scale is ₹34,580 to ₹1,07,210.