APPSC AEE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 41 Assistant Executive Engineer Posts

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially published the recruitment notification for Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) posts under various Engineering Services for the year 2026. Under this recruitment drive, the commission is looking to fill 41 vacancies across premier departments including Roads and Buildings (R&B), Water Resources, and the Panchayati Raj Engineering Department. This recruitment presents a prestigious gazetted officer-level technical career opportunity for engineering graduates holding degrees in Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical branches. The online application portal is currently active, and eligible aspirants must submit their applications before October 27, 2026.

Important Dates

Candidates must ensure that their One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) is updated and their application forms are submitted well before the deadline to prevent server congestion on the APPSC portal.

• Official Notification Release Date: October 1, 2026
• Online Application Start Date: October 6, 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: October 27, 2026
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: October 27, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Tentative Date of Written Examination (CBT): December 2026

Vacancy Details

APPSC has released a total of 41 vacancies for Assistant Executive Engineers, distributed across multiple state engineering departments. The primary department-wise breakdown is as follows:

• AEE (Civil) in AP Roads and Buildings Engineering Service: 18 Posts
• AEE (Civil / Mechanical) in AP Water Resources Engineering Service: 14 Posts
• AEE (Civil) in Panchayati Raj and Rural Development: 6 Posts
• AEE (Electrical) in various State Departments: 3 Posts

Category-wise reservations (SC, ST, BC, EWS, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) along with local and non-local quota reservations strictly adhere to the Andhra Pradesh Public Employment Order.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must verify that they fulfill the necessary educational qualifications and age limits as mandated by the commission before applying.

Educational Qualification

• For AEE (Civil): Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E. / B.Tech) from a recognized university incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by AICTE.
• For AEE (Mechanical): Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• For AEE (Electrical): Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.

Age Limit

The age criteria are defined as of July 1, 2026:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 42 years for General/Unreserved candidates.
• Note: Age relaxations apply as per government rules: 5 years for SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates; up to 10 years for PwBD candidates.

Salary Structure

Assistant Executive Engineers in Andhra Pradesh hold high-responsibility administrative and technical positions and are compensated accordingly under the revised state pay scales.

• Revised Pay Scale: Rs 57,100 to Rs 1,47,760 per month.
• Allowances & Perks: In addition to the basic pay, appointed officers are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowances, and other perks standard for Andhra Pradesh State Government Gazetted Officers.

How to Apply

The application submission must be performed entirely online via the official APPSC portal.

1. Visit the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in.
2. If applying for the first time, click on the "OTPR" link to create your One Time Profile Registration. Fill in your Aadhaar, demographic, and educational details to receive an OTPR User ID.
3. Log in using your OTPR User ID and Password.
4. Navigate to the "Online Application Submission" tab and click on the "Apply" link for the Assistant Executive Engineer (Notification No. 2026) advertisement.
5. Verify that your bio-data details are accurate and select your specific engineering post preferences and exam center choices.
6. Pay the application processing fee of Rs 250 and examination fee of Rs 120 through the online payment gateway (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI). Note: SC, ST, BC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the examination fee of Rs 120.
7. Submit the final application form and download the generated PDF acknowledgment for future reference.

Official Links

• APPSC Official Website: psc.ap.gov.in
• APPSC Online Application Portal: psc.ap.gov.in/appsc_portal

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the selection process for APPSC AEE recruitment?

The selection process consists of a computer-based written examination (CBT) divided into Paper 1 (General Studies & Mental Ability) and Paper 2 (Civil & Mechanical Engineering common subjects / specific branch subjects), followed by verification of original certificates. There is no personal interview.

Can candidates from states other than Andhra Pradesh apply?

Yes, Indian citizens from other states can apply. However, non-local candidates will be considered only under the Open Competition (Unreserved) quota and are not eligible for state-specific category reservations or age concessions.

Is there negative marking in the APPSC AEE written examination?

Yes, for each wrong answer in the objective-type computer-based test, one-third (1/3rd) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as negative marking.