APPSC Group 1 Services exam syllabus and pattern
This subject-wise outline follows the recruiting authority’s published scheme. Paper names and topic coverage can change by recruitment cycle, post or corrigendum; always use the current official notification for final details.
Screening Test — General Studies & Mental Abilities
- History and culture of India and Andhra Pradesh; Constitution, polity, governance, social justice and international relations
- Indian and Andhra Pradesh economy; geography of India and Andhra Pradesh
- Mental ability and psychological abilities; science and technology; current events
Mains — written papers
- Qualifying Telugu and English language papers
- Paper I: General Essay on contemporary themes
- Paper II: History, culture and geography of India and Andhra Pradesh
- Paper III: Polity, constitution, governance, law and ethics
- Paper IV: Economy and development of India and Andhra Pradesh
- Paper V: Science, technology and environmental issues
Interview / Personality Test
- Personality, judgement, communication, administrative suitability and awareness, as provided in the current APPSC notification
APPSC official syllabus / notification ↗ · Check the latest notification and amendments before preparing.
APPSC Group 1 Services previous-year question tests
- Attempt available previous-year questions online
- Review your score, correct answers and explanations after submitting
- Save attempts and retake tests during active access
- Download the question paper after your test