The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 13/2026 inviting online applications for 29 vacancies of Supervisor Grade-I in the A.P. Women Development and Child Welfare Sub-Ordinate Service. This post is exclusively reserved for women candidates. This notification carries its own dedicated application timeline, though it is part of a larger batch of simultaneous APPSC subordinate service notifications released around the same period.
APPSC Supervisor Grade-I Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Supervisor Grade-I post falls under the Andhra Pradesh Women Development and Child Welfare Department, involving supervisory responsibilities related to Anganwadi and child welfare programs across the state.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Notification Number | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Supervisor Grade-I (Women Only) | 13/2026 | 29 |
The Commission has stated that these vacancies are provisional and subject to variation after confirmation from the concerned department. Detailed community-wise (SC/ST/BC/OC) breakup will be published along with the detailed notification on or before 16 October 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
This post is open only to women candidates. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Home Science, B.S.W. (Bachelor of Social Work), Sociology, B.Sc. (Hons.) Food Science and Nutrition, or a related B.Sc. degree in Food and Nutrition, Applied Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Sciences, or Food Technology. Candidates with a higher qualification only in Home Science, Social Work, Sociology, or Food Science and Nutrition are eligible.
Age Limit
The exact age limit will be specified in the detailed notification, expected on or before 16 October 2026.
Pay Scale
The Supervisor Grade-I post carries a pay scale of Rs. 37,640 to Rs. 1,15,500 per month.
Application Fee
The application fee has not been specified in the currently available notification. Candidates should check the detailed notification once released for exact fee details.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 15 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Expected | On or before 16 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 16 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 5 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
Selection Process
Selection will be made through a single-level Online Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT), with no separate screening test, comprising:
- Written Examination: Total 300 marks
- Paper-I: General Studies and Mental Ability — 150 marks, 150 minutes
- Paper-II: Common Paper on Home Science and Social Work — 150 marks, 150 minutes
- Negative marking of one-third mark is applicable for each wrong answer.
- Computer Proficiency Test (Practical): 100 marks, 60 minutes, covering Office Automation, MS Office, Internet, and Computer Basics. Minimum qualifying marks are 30 for SC/ST/PBD candidates, 35 for BC candidates, and 40 for OC candidates.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible women candidates must apply online through the official APPSC website once the application link is activated on 16 October 2026, filling in the application form with accurate personal and educational details, uploading the required documents, and paying the applicable fee before the closing date.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| APPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many total vacancies are there in this APPSC Supervisor Grade-I recruitment?
There are 29 total vacancies, exclusively for women candidates.
2. What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
The online application window is from 16 October 2026 to 5 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
3. Who is eligible to apply for this post?
Only women candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree in Home Science, Social Work, Sociology, or a related Food Science/Nutrition discipline are eligible.
4. Has the detailed age limit been released yet?
No, the exact age limit will be specified in the detailed notification expected on or before 16 October 2026.
5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection is through a single-level online CBRT consisting of two written papers, followed by a Computer Proficiency Test.
6. What is the pay scale for the Supervisor Grade-I post?
The pay scale is Rs. 37,640 to Rs. 1,15,500 per month.
7. What is the notification number for this recruitment?
This recruitment is filed under Notification No. 13/2026.
8. Which department does the Supervisor Grade-I post belong to?
This post falls under the A.P. Women Development and Child Welfare Sub-Ordinate Service.
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