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The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced Notification No. 23/2025 dated September 24, 2025, for the limited recruitment to the post of Assistant Inspector of Fisheries in the A.P. Fisheries Subordinate Service. This opportunity features 3 carried forward (CF) vacancies across zones, with a pay scale of Rs. 32,670 - 1,01,970 (RPS 2022). Eligible candidates aged 18-42 years as of July 1, 2025, can apply online. If you're interested in fisheries-related government jobs in Andhra Pradesh, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Key Highlights of APPSC Notification 23/2025
- Post Name: Assistant Inspector of Fisheries
- Department: A.P. Fisheries Subordinate Service
- Vacancies: 3 (Carried Forward) – Zone-I: 1, Zone-II: 2 (Detailed breakup in Annexure-I)
- Salary: Rs. 32,670 to Rs. 1,01,970 per month
- Age Limit: 18-42 years (relaxations for SC/ST/BC/EWS/PBD/Women as per rules)
- Application Dates: October 8, 2025, to October 28, 2025 (up to 11:00 PM)
- Exam Mode: Objective type, offline (OMR-based); date to be announced
- Selection Process: Written exam + Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
This limited recruitment focuses on filling carried forward vacancies, making it a targeted opportunity for qualified candidates in the fisheries sector.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Citizenship: Indian citizen (exceptions with government sanction).
- Health and Character: Sound health, no bodily defects, and suitable character/antecedents.
- Educational Qualifications (as on notification date):
- Post Graduate Diploma in Fisheries Technology from State Board of Technical Education and Training, OR
- Diploma in Fisheries Technology and Navigation from a Polytechnic in the State or equivalent, OR
- Certificate from Government of India courses in Inland or Marine Fisheries, OR
- B.Sc. with Zoology as main/subsidiary subject or equivalent, OR
- B.F.Sc., B.Sc. (FZC), or B.Sc. (Fisheries) as per specified G.O.s.
- Computer Proficiency: Shortlisted candidates must qualify in CPT per G.O.Ms.No.26, G.A. (Ser-B) Dept., dated 24.02.2023.
- Local Candidate Definition: Based on study/residence in Andhra Pradesh zones (detailed in PARA-6, including 4-7 year rules for local status).
Note: Equivalence claims must be supported by Government Orders submitted within 10 days of the application deadline.
Reservations and Relaxations
- Vertical Reservations: For BC, with women horizontal reservation at 33 1/3%.
- Horizontal Reservations: For Women (33 1/3%) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) – categories include blindness/low vision, deaf/hard of hearing, locomotor disability, autism/intellectual disability, and multiple disabilities.
- EWS and Other Categories: EWS certificate required for income below Rs. 8 lakh; non-creamy layer for BC.
- SC Sub-Classification: SC applicants must specify Group-I/II/III.
- Local Reservation: As per Article 371-D and G.O.Ms.No.674, with study/residence certificates needed.
Reservations apply only to announced vacancies. Candidates from other states are ineligible for SC/ST/BC/EWS quotas.
How to Apply Online for APPSC Assistant Inspector of Fisheries 2025
1. Register OTPR: If new, create One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on https://psc.ap.gov.in. Get your user ID via SMS/email.
2. Login and Apply: Use OTPR to access the application form. Fill details, upload documents, and pay fees (details pre-populated).
3. Fee Payment: Online mode; confirm with reference ID.
4. Corrections: Allowed for 7 days post-deadline (limited fields).
5. Hall Ticket: Download from the website; instructions will be updated.
Applications via other modes won't be accepted. Regularly check the APPSC website for updates – it's the only official communication channel.
Exam and Preparation Tips
- The written exam is objective and OMR-based.
- Qualify CPT for final eligibility.
- Prepare topics like fisheries technology, zoology, and general knowledge. Refer to annexures for syllabus (when released).
Why Apply Now?
With only 3 vacancies, competition could be high, especially in Zone-II. The fisheries sector in Andhra Pradesh offers stable government jobs with growth potential. Apply early to avoid technical glitches!
For the full notification, visit https://psc.ap.gov.in. Stay tuned for exam dates.
If you have questions or need updates, comment below. Good luck!
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