Advt. No.: 25/2026
Permanent
APPSC Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Direct Recruitment to the Post of Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II in A.P.Social Welfare, Tribal Welfare and Backward classes Welfare Subordinate Services
Direct Recruitment to the Post of Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II in A.P.Social Welfare, Tribal Welfare and Backward classes Welfare Subordinate Services
Post Wise Vacancy
APPSC has released 97 vacancies for the current recruitment cycle. The post-wise vacancy details are given in the table below. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for the specific post before applying.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade-II) | 97 |
| Total | 97 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the post-wise eligibility criteria as notified by APPSC. The table below lists the age limit and minimum qualification required for each post. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC ,EWS,PH/PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Government of India norms.
| Post Name | Age Limit | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade-II) in A.P.Social Welfare Subordinate Service | 18–44 Year | Graduation with B.Ed/B.T degree from any recognized University/Institution. |
| Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade-II) in A.P Tribal Welfare Subordinate Service | 18–44 Year | Graduation and Diploma in Education/Bachelors of Education from any recognized University/Institution. |
| Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade-II) in A.P Backward classes Subordinate Service | 18–44 Year | Graduation with B.Ed or equivalent from any recognized University/Institution. |
Age Relaxation:
| SC/ST/BC/EWS | 5 Year |
| SC (CF vacancies only) | 10 Year |
| PwBD | 10 Year |
| Ex-Servicemen/NCC | Shall be allowed to deduct from his age a period of 3 years in addition to the length of service rendered by him in armed forces/NCC |
| Regular Andhra Pradesh State Government Employees (Coorporation/Municipalities etc are not eligible) | 5 Year |
| Retrenched temporary employees in the State Census Department with a minimum service 6 months | 3 Year |
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive the following salary / pay scale as per the 7th Pay Commission or organisation pay rules. In addition to basic pay, HRA, DA and other allowances are payable as per government norms.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Hostel Welfare Officer (Grade-II) inA.P. Social Welfare, Tribal Welfare and Backward classes Welfare Subordinate Services | Rs. 37,640 - 1,15,500/- |
Selection Process
The selection for APPSC Recruitment 2026 will be done through the following stages. Candidates must qualify each round to be considered for the next stage.
Written Exam , Computer Proficiency Test
Application Fee
Candidates should check the APPSC application fee and category-wise fee details before submitting the recruitment application form. The fee exemption and payment details should be verified from the official recruitment notification and website.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General /Other State | Rs. 250/- + Application Processing Fee Rs. 80/- |
| SC/ST/BC/PwBD/ESM | Application Processing Fee Rs. 80/- |
How to Apply
Step 1: Visit https://appsc.gov.in/ and look for the 'Recruitment' or 'Careers' section.
Step 2: Find the official advertisement for this post and read it carefully before applying.
Step 3: Click on the 'Apply Online' link and register/login with your email and mobile number.
Step 4: Fill in all required details in the application form accurately (personal, educational, experience).
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the specified format.
Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable) via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card or UPI.
Step 7: Submit the application form and take a printout / save the PDF of the submitted application for future reference.
Step 2: Find the official advertisement for this post and read it carefully before applying.
Step 3: Click on the 'Apply Online' link and register/login with your email and mobile number.
Step 4: Fill in all required details in the application form accurately (personal, educational, experience).
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the specified format.
Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable) via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card or UPI.
Step 7: Submit the application form and take a printout / save the PDF of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| 📅 Application Start Date | 09 Oct 2026 |
| ⏰ Last Date to Apply | 29 Oct 2026 (17 days left) |
Important Links
| 📄 Advertisement / Notification PDF | Download PDF ↗ |
| ✍️ Apply / Online Application | Apply Now ↗ |
| 🌐 Official Website | https://appsc.gov.in/ |
The post is organized into District cadre. The benefit of 95% of Local Reservation as provided in Presidential Order 2025 will go to local candidates of each district mention below:
| Name Of the District | Name Of the District |
| Srikakulam | Guntur |
| Vizianagaram | Palnadu |
| Parvatipuram Manyam | Bapatla |
| Alluri Sita Rama Raju | Prakasam |
| Visakhapatnam | S.P.S.R.Nellore |
| Anakapalli | Chittoor |
| Kakinada | Tirupati |
| Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Konaseema | Annamayya |
| East Godavari | Y.S.R.Kadapa |
| West Godavari | Sri Sathya Sai |
| Eluru | Ananthapuramu |
| Krishna | Nandyal |
| NTR District | Kurnool |
Center for Written Examination
| Name Of Examination Center | Name Of Examination Center |
| Srikakulam | Guntur |
| Vizianagaram | Palnadu |
| Parvatipuram Manyam | Prakasam |
| Alluri Sita Rama Raju | S.P.S.R.Nellore |
| Visakhapatnam | Chittoor |
| Anakapalli | Tirupati |
| Kakinada | Annamayya |
| Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Konaseema | Y.S.R.Kadapa |
| East Godavari | Sri Sathya Sai |
| West Godavari | Ananthapuramu |
| Eluru | Nandyal |
| Krishna | Kurnool |
| NTR District |
Apply Now ↗
⚠️ Always verify from official website before applying. Last date: 29 Oct 2026
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