APPSC Thanedar Recruitment 2025 | Apply Online @ psc.ap.gov.in

Author : Jnanaloka Published : September 09, 2025

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APPSC Thanedar Recruitment 2025 – Notification No.13/2025 Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has released the official Notification No.13/2025 dated 09.09.2025 for Direct Recruitment to the post of Thanedar in A.P. Forest Subordinate Service (General Recruitment).

Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Thanedar (A.P. Forest Subordinate Service)

Total Vacancies: 10 Posts

• Pay Scale: ₹20,600 – ₹63,660/- per month

Important Dates

• Notification Released: 09.09.2025
• Online Application Starts: 11.09.2025
• Last Date to Apply: 01.10.2025 (up to 11:00 PM)
• Written Exam Date: To be announced later

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 30 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC, ST, BC, EWS → 5 years

Educational Qualification

• Must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or its equivalent.
• Higher qualification candidates are also eligible.

Physical Standards

• Male: Height – 163 cm, Chest – 84 cm (5 cm expansion)
• Female: Height – 150 cm, Chest – 79 cm (5 cm expansion)
• Relaxations applicable for ST & specified categories.

Physical Endurance Test

• Male: 25 km walk in 4 hours
• Female: 16 km walk in 4 hours (Qualifying test only)

Selection Process

1. Written Examination (Objective + Essay)

2. Physical Test (Walking Test & Medical Examination)

3. Document Verification

4. Final Merit List (based on written marks + NCC bonus if applicable)

Application & Exam Fee

• Application Processing Fee: ₹250/-
• Examination Fee: ₹80/-
• Exempted Categories: SC, ST, BC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, White Card holders (AP residents)

How to Apply

1. Visit APPSC official website

2. Register / Login using OTPR (One Time Profile Registration).

3. Fill the application form carefully.

4. Pay the required fee online.

5. Submit & download the application form.

Exam Pattern

Qualifying Test: Essay (50 marks, 45 min)

• Paper 1: General Studies & Mental Ability (100 marks)
• Paper 2: General Science & Mathematics (SSC standard – 100 marks)
• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer

Final Note

This is a great opportunity for Intermediate qualified candidates seeking Forest Department Jobs in Andhra Pradesh. Interested aspirants should apply early and start preparing for the written test and physical standards.

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