APPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Examination Name | APPSC Group-I Services Examination |
| Selection Stages | Screening Test, Main Examination, Interview |
| Preliminary Examination Mode | Objective-Type Screening Test |
| Prelims Papers | 2 |
| Prelims Total Questions | 240 |
| Prelims Maximum Marks | 240 |
| Prelims Negative Marking | One-third of marks assigned per incorrect answer |
| Main Examination Mode | Descriptive Written Examination |
| Total Mains Written Papers | 7 |
| Qualifying Language Papers | Telugu and English |
| Merit-Based Mains Papers | 5 |
| Mains Merit Marks | 750 |
| Interview Marks | 75 |
| Total Final Merit Marks | 825 |
| Official Website | portal-psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Group 1 Selection Process 2026
- Preliminary Examination: An objective-type screening test used for shortlisting candidates for Mains.
- Interview/Personality Test: A 75-mark assessment conducted after the written examination.
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Pattern 2026
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
| Paper II | General Aptitude | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
| Total | Two Papers | 240 | 240 | 240 Minutes |
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Paper I Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
| Section | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| A | History and Culture | 30 |
| B | Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations | 30 |
| C | Indian and Andhra Pradesh Economy and Planning | 30 |
| D | Geography | 30 |
| Total | General Studies | 120 |
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Paper II Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
| Section | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| A | General Mental Ability, Administrative and Psychological Abilities | 60 |
| B(i) | Science and Technology | 30 |
| B(ii) | Current Events of Regional, National and International Importance | 30 |
| Total | General Aptitude | 120 |
APPSC Group 1 Paper I – History and Culture Syllabus
- Indus Valley Civilisation and Vedic Age
- Mahajanapadas, Jainism and Buddhism
- Magadha, Mauryan Empire and Kushans
- Satavahanas, Sangam Age and Gupta Empire
- Ancient Indian administration, art and architecture
- Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Cholas, Kakatiyas and other South Indian dynasties
- Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagara Empire and Mughal Empire
- Bhakti and Sufi movements
- European trading companies in India
- Governor-Generals and Viceroys
- Revolt of 1857 and its significance
- Social and religious reform movements
- Indian National Movement and freedom struggle
- Role of Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Patel and Subhas Chandra Bose
- Contributions of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
- Post-independence consolidation and reorganisation of Indian states
APPSC Group 1 Paper I – Constitution, Polity and Social Justice Syllabus
- Evolution and important features of the Indian Constitution
- Preamble and Basic Structure
- Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
- Directive Principles of State Policy
- Constitutional amendments
- Union and State Governments
- Parliament and State Legislatures
- Federalism and Centre-State relations
- Constitutional authorities and institutions
- Local self-government and Panchayati Raj
- Public administration and governance
- Statutory and regulatory bodies
- Social justice and rights-related issues
- Women, children and disadvantaged communities
- India's foreign policy
- International relations and international organisations
- Government policies and welfare programmes
APPSC Group 1 Paper I – Indian and Andhra Pradesh Economy Syllabus
- Indian economy after independence
- Economic planning and NITI Aayog
- National income and economic development
- Human Development Index and sustainable development
- Poverty, inequality and unemployment
- Population and demographic trends
- Agriculture, irrigation and agricultural reforms
- Rural and urban development
- Industry and industrial policy
- Make in India and start-up initiatives
- Economic reforms and globalisation
- International trade and balance of payments
- Reserve Bank of India and monetary policy
- Banking and financial sector reforms
- GST, taxation and fiscal policy
- Public debt, budgets and government expenditure
- Andhra Pradesh economy after bifurcation
- Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014
- State resources, revenue and infrastructure
- Water-sharing and irrigation issues
- Andhra Pradesh industrial development and employment
- State welfare programmes and development initiatives
APPSC Group 1 Paper I – Geography Syllabus
- Earth and the Solar System
- Structure and movements of the Earth
- Landforms and geomorphology
- Atmosphere and climate
- Oceans and marine resources
- Earthquakes, landslides and natural hazards
- Major physical divisions of the world and India
- Indian monsoon and climatic regions
- Rivers and drainage systems
- Natural vegetation and soil types
- National parks and wildlife sanctuaries
- Minerals and natural resources
- Population distribution and demographic changes
- Urbanisation and migration
- Agriculture, industries and service sectors
- Transport, communication and trade
- Physical and economic geography of Andhra Pradesh
General Mental Ability and Reasoning
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Number series and coding-decoding
- Blood relations and relationship problems
- Venn diagrams
- Clocks, calendars and age-related problems
- Number system
- Ratio and proportion
- Averages, mean, median and mode
- HCF, LCM, squares and cube roots
- Percentages and variation
- Profit and loss
- Simple and compound interest
- Time and work
- Speed, time and distance
- Basic geometry and mensuration
- Algebra and simplification
- Data interpretation and analysis
- Data sufficiency and probability
Administrative and Psychological Abilities
- Emotional intelligence
- Understanding and managing emotions
- Empathy and stress management
- Social intelligence
- Interpersonal communication
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Personality-related assessment
Science and Technology
- Science and technology in everyday life