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The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has issued Notification No. 22/2025 on September 24, 2025, inviting applications for the post of Junior Office Assistant in the A.P. Director General of Prisons and Correctional Services under Group-IV Services. This general recruitment features 1 carried forward (CF) vacancy in the district cadre, with a pay scale of Rs. 25,220 - 80,910. Candidates aged 18-42 years as of July 1, 2025, can apply online starting today. If you're seeking entry-level government jobs in Andhra Pradesh's correctional services, this is a great opportunity. Read on for eligibility, application steps, and more.
Key Details of APPSC Notification 22/2025
- Post Name: Junior Office Assistant
- Department: A.P. Director General of Prisons and Correctional Services (Group-IV Services)
- Vacancies: 1 (Carried Forward) – District cadre (Breakup in Annexure-I)
- Salary Scale: Rs. 25,220 to Rs. 80,910
- Age Limit: 18-42 years as on July 1, 2025 (Upper age relaxations for SC/ST/BC/EWS/PBD/Women as per rules)
- Application Period: September 25, 2025, to October 15, 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) + District ranking by District Selection Committee
This district-level post is ideal for graduates looking for stable AP government employment in the prisons sector.
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must fulfill these criteria:
- Citizenship: Indian citizen (exceptions require state government sanction).
- Health & Character: Sound health without defects, good character, and antecedents.
- Educational Qualifications (as on notification date):
- Bachelor's Degree from a university in India (established under Central/State/Provincial Act) or equivalent recognized by UGC.
- Computer Skills: Shortlisted candidates must pass the Computer Proficiency Test (per G.O.Ms.No.26, G.A. (Ser-B) Dept., dated 24.02.2023).
- Local Status: District cadre requires local candidate proof via study/residence certificates.
For equivalence claims, submit Government Orders within 10 days of the application deadline.
Reservations and Relaxations
- Vertical Reservations: For SC, ST, BC, EWS.
- Horizontal Reservations: 33 1/3% for Women; for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) – 40% disability certified by medical authority (categories: blindness/low vision, deaf/hard of hearing, locomotor disability, autism/intellectual disability, multiple disabilities).
- SC Sub-Classification: Specify Group-I/II/III.
- Other Notes: Upper age relaxation beneficiaries considered for open category; EWS requires income certificate (< Rs. 8 lakh); BC non-creamy layer certificate needed.
- Local Reservation: As per G.O.Ms.No.674 and Article 371-D, with study (Class IV-X/SSC) or residence certificates.
Reservations apply to the announced vacancy only. Out-of-state SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates ineligible for quotas.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
1. OTPR Registration: New users register bio-data on https://psc.ap.gov.in to get a user ID via SMS/email.
2. Login & Apply: Use OTPR to fill the form, select the notification, enter details, and upload documents.
3. Payment: Fees pre-populated; pay online and get reference ID.
4. Corrections: Possible for 7 days after deadline (limited fields).
5. Hall Ticket: Download from the website when available.
Only online applications accepted. Check the APPSC website regularly for updates – no personal communication.
Preparation Insights
- Written exam covers general topics; syllabus in annexures (to be released).
- Qualify CPT for eligibility.
- Focus on basics: general studies, aptitude, and computer skills.
Why This Job Matters in 2025
With just 1 vacancy, apply promptly as the window opens today (September 25, 2025). Junior Office Assistant roles offer job security in AP's prisons department, with potential for promotions.
Download the full notification from https://psc.ap.gov.in. Questions? Drop a comment!
Stay informed and good luck!
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