The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released a detailed notification to recruit eligible candidates for Hostel Welfare Officer (Warden). A total of 73 Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade II) vacancies have been released across the Social, Tribal, and BC Subordinate Welfare Departments under the Andhra Pradesh Government.
The online application process will start on 9 October 2026, and interested candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria can submit their online application forms at the official website www.pcs.ap.gov.in.
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates who will be applying for the post of Hostel Welfare Officer will have to go through a selection process that includes a written examination and a computer proficiency test. Candidates have to qualify for each stage to be selected for the Warden (Grade II) post.
| APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer (Warden) Recruitment 2026- Overview | |
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post | Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade II) (Warden) |
| Vacancy | 73 |
| Department | Social, Tribal, and BC Welfare Subordinate Service |
| Advt. No. | 25/2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 9 to 29 October 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | B.Ed. or Equivalent/Diploma in Education (D.Ed) or Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) |
| Age Limit | Max. 44 Years |
| Selection Process | Written Examination Computer Proficiency Test |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 37,640 – 1,15,500 |
| Official Website | www.pcs.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Notification 2026 Out
The detailed APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Notification 2026 under the Advt. No. 25.2026 has been released by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission at their official website www.pcs.ap.gov.in announing a total of 73 Hostel Welfare Officer vacancies. Candidates who are willing to apply must go through the notification PDF to check all the details before applying.
APPSC Hostel Warden Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The complete registration schedule has been released along with the notification on 15 September 2026. The online application process will start on 9 Ocotber 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 29 October 2026.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 9 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 October 2026 (11:59 pm) |
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer (Warden) Vacancy 2026
A total of 73 vacancies have been released by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission for the post of Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade II) out of which 21 are for Social Welfare (SW), 23 are for Tribal Welfare (TW) and 29 are for B.C. Welfare (BCW).
| Post Name | Department | Vacancy |
| Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade II) | Social Welfare Subordinate Service | 21 |
| Tribal Welfare Subordinate Service | 23 | |
| BC Welfare Subordinate Service | 29 | |
| Total | 73 | |
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates who are willing to apply must make sure they fulfill the required eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit.
Educational Qualification
| Department | Qualification |
| B.C. Welfare Subordinate Services (Male & Female) | Graduation with B.Ed. or equivalent from a recognized University |
| B.C. Welfare Subordinate Services (Female Only) | Graduation with B.Ed. or equivalent from a recognized University |
| Tribal Welfare Department (Details as specified) | Graduation with a Diploma in Education (D.Ed) or Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) |
Age Limit
Candidates who are willing to apply for the post of Hostel Welfare Officer must not exceed the age limit of 44 years.
Max Age Limit: 44 Years
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer (Warden) Selection Process 2026
The selection of candidates for the post of Hostel Welfare Officer (Warden) will be based on the following stages;
- Written Examination
- Computer Proficiency Test
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Exam Pattern 2026
The candidates who apply successfully for the Hostel Warden post will have to go through a written examination and computer proficiency test.
Written Exam
- The written exam will include 2 Papers, i.e., Paper 1 and 2.
- Each Paper will include a total of 150 question for 150 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Paper-II | Subject – Education | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Total | — | 300 | 300 | 300 Minutes |
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