APPSC Forest Range Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 4 Vacancy, Check Details
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Last Updated: 15 September 2026
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced 4 vacancies for this year through the APPSC Forest Range Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification released on 15 September 2026. The online application process will start on 16 October 2026, and candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria can submit their application forms on the APPSC official website https://psc.ap.gov.in/.
APPSC Forest Range Officer Notification 2026 Out
APPSC FRO Recruitment 2026 Notification under the Advt. No. 16/2026 has been released by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission, announcing a total of 4 vacancies for the Forest Range Officer post on their official website https://psc.ap.gov.in/. Candidates who are willing to apply must go through the notification PDF to check complete details.
APPSC Forest Range Officer Notification 2026 PDF - Click to Download
APPSC Forest Range Officer Recruitment 2026- Overview
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) will conduct the APPSC Forest Range Officer Written Test and Computer Proficiency Test to recruit 4 Forest Range Officers for different zones. The selected candidates will receive a salary ranging between Rs 48,440 and Rs 1,37,220.
| APPSC FRO Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
| Conducting Body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Exam Name | APPSC Forest Range Officer Exam 2026 |
| Post | Forest Range Officer (FRO) |
| Advt. No. | 16/2026 |
| Vacancies | 04 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 16 October to 5 November 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Salary | Rs 48,440 – 137,220 |
| Official website | www.psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC FRO Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The APPSC FRO Notification 2026 has been released on 15 September 2026 along with the registration schedule.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 5 November 2026 |
APPSC FRO Vacancy 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has announced a total of 4 vacancies for the post of Forest Range Officer in the A.P. Forest Service.
| Post | Vacancies |
| Forest Range Officer (FRO) | 04 |
APPSC Forest Range Eligibility Criteria 2026
It is strongly recommended that candidates review the eligibility requirements before applying for the APPSC Forest Range Officer Exam 2026. Candidates can check the eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualifications and age limit as discussed below.
Educational Qualification
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree of a University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act or State Act or a Provincial Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission; or any equivalent qualification in the following subjects:
(I) Agriculture
(II) Botany
(III) Chemistry
(IV) Computer Applications/Computer Science
(V) Engineering (Agriculture/Chemical/Civil/Computer/Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical)
(VI) Environmental Science
(VII) Forestry
(VIII) Geology
(IX) Horticulture
(X) Mathematics
(XI) Physics
(XII) Statistics
(XIII) Veterinary Science
(XIV) Zoology
Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years old and the maximum age is 30 years. Candidates must meet this age-limit criterion to be eligible for the APPSC Forest Range Officer Exam 2026.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
APPSC Forest Range Officer Selection Process 2026
The eligible candidates who will be applying successfully for the Forst Range Officer post have to go through a two-stage selection process that will include the following stages;
- Written Examination
- Computer Proficiency Test
APPSC FRO Exam Pattern 2026
The APPSC FRO Exam includes a written examination followed by a computer proficiency test. Candidates can check the details below.
Written Examination
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
| Qualifying Test | General English (50 marks) & General Telugu (50 marks) [To be qualified in English & Telugu individually (SSC Standard)] | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-II | Mathematics (SSC Standard) | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-III | General Forestry – I | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-IV | General Forestry – II | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Total | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Computer Proficiency Test
| Test | Duration (Minutes) | Maximum Marks |
| Proficiency in Office Automation with the use of Computers and Associated Software | 60 | 100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- SC/ST/PBD: 30
- B.C’s: 35
- O.C’s: 40
APPSC Forest Range Officer Salary 2026
Candidates who will be selected in the APPSC as a Forest Range Officer will receive a starting salary of Rs. 48,440. The salary lies under the pay scale of Rs. 48,440/- to Rs. 1,37,220/-.