APPSC Group 4: Latest News, Exam Dates, Syllabus & Results

Exciting news awaits job seekers in Andhra Pradesh as the state government has recently released multiple employment notifications. These announcements aim to provide more job opportunities for eligible individuals. Specifically, the Andhra Pradesh Government is now preparing to unveil the APPSC Recruitment 2024. This recruitment drive targets the vacant positions of Group 4 in different districts, presenting a favourable prospect for government job seekers. Aspiring candidates who have been eagerly awaiting job opportunities within Andhra Pradesh Group 4 Services can seize this chance and submit their applications online. The official website for applying to the APPSC Group 4 2024 is https://psc.ap.gov.in.

The APPSC organizes examinations for various Group 4 posts, including Junior Assistant, Junior Assistant cum Typist, Junior Assistant cum Computer Assistant, and Junior Accountant. These positions are available in different departments of the Andhra Pradesh Government. Candidates can apply for the desired posts based on their qualifications and suitability.

The official notification for the recruitment process of various Group 4 posts has been released. It includes essential details such as the application procedure for APPSC Group 4, the names of the posts available along with their respective salaries, the Exam Pattern, Syllabus, and Examination centres. The recruitment process for APPSC Group 4 involves three stages: a Screening test, a Mains exam, and a Computer Proficiency Test.

APPSC Group 4 Highlights

The Highlights for APPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2024 have been provided below :

Particulars	Details
Name of the exam	APPSC Group 4 Recruitment Exam
Posts under APPSC Exam	Social Welfare Department, Junior Assistants (in Registration and Stamps Department, CCLA, Junior Assistant Cum Computer Assistant, Prisons, and Correctional Department,  Fire Department), Junior Assistant cum Typist(in Social Welfare Department, Junior Accountants Treasuries and Accounts Subordinate Service, DG, and IG of Prison and Correctional Department).
Conducting Body	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Exam Level	State
Exam Frequency	Once in a year
Mode of Examination	Online (Computer Based)
Exam Duration	Usually 150 minutes on the first stage
Purpose of the exam	For recruitment of candidates who want to work in the mentioned department through various posts
Official Website	https://psc.ap.gov.in

APPSC Group 4 Important Dates

The examination dates for APPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2024 have been provided below :

Events	Exam Date
APPSC Group 4 Online Application 2024 starts	To Be Updated
APPSC Group 4 Application last date 2024	To Be Updated
APPSC Group 4 Screening Test	To Be Updated
APPSC Group 4 Mains Hall Ticket 2024	To Be Updated
APPSC Group 4 Mains Exam Date 2024	To Be Updated

APPSC Group 4 Vacancies

APPSC Group 4 Vacancy 2024 includes several posts with varying numbers of vacancies. Currently, only the vacancy for the Post of Junior Assistant cum Computer Assistant in the Revenue department has been specified, which is 670. Other vacancies for different posts will be announced shortly. Candidates are encouraged to keep an eye out for updates on the official APPSC website.

APPSC Group 4 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the APPSC Group 4 exam are essential requirements set by the commission. For eligibility, candidates must fulfil various criteria, including age criteria and educational qualification, as specified in the notification released by APPSC. Failure to meet these required criteria will result in the candidate being ineligible for the examination.

Educational Qualifications

Different educational qualifications are required for various posts in the APPSC Group 4 exam. Aspiring candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria for educational qualifications listed below to determine their eligibility for the exam.

Post Name	Educational Qualification
Junior Accountant Cum Computer Assistant	Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any field. Additionally, they must have successfully passed the Computer Proficiency test which the Collector conducts.
Junior Accountants in Accounts Subordinate Service and Treasuries	Candidates must have completed the Intermediate exam or its equivalent, which the Board of Intermediate Education conducts. Alternatively, candidates can possess a certificate in any of the following courses conducted by the Technical Education and Training at Hyderabad: Office Automation PC Maintenance and Troubleshooting Web Designing OR Candidates can have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Application, Computer Science (with specialization in Computer), or B.Tech in Computer Science.

Age Criteria

The eligibility for the exam is determined by specific age criteria, which play a crucial role. Please carefully review the following table outlining the age criteria:

Post Name	Age Criteria
Junior Accountant Cum Computer Assistant	You must be between the ages of 18 and 42
Junior Accountants in Accounts Subordinate Service and Treasuries	You must be between the ages of 18 and 42

APPSC Group 4 Application

Before applying for any posts under the APPSC Group 4, it is essential for all candidates to thoroughly review the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and syllabus. The following steps will assist applicants in applying online for the APPSC Group 4 exam:

Step 1: Registration Process for APPSC Group 4 Recruitment

• Visit APPSC’s official website at https://psc.ap.gov.in.
• Look for the “New Registration” tab and click on it to start the application process.
• Fill in the required details such as the Father’s Name, Name,  Address, Date of Birth, Email, Mobile number, etc.
• Verify the provided information and submit the form.
• Keep a note of the Registration ID and password for future reference.

Step 2: APPSC Group 4 Application Form

• Log in using the provided Registration ID and password (obtained during the registration process.)
• Fill in the necessary educational qualification details, name of the school or university, preferred exam center, etc.
• Upload your photograph and signature as per the prescribed format by APPSC.
• Review the preview of the application form to ensure all information is accurate. Make any necessary changes if required.

Step 3: APPSC Group 4 Application Fee

Category	Application Fee	Examination Fee
UR/Categories of other states	250	80
SC/ST/BC/PH/ESM/Unemployed youth/White card Families	250	NIL

• Candidates are required to pay the application fee with a credit or debit card in this step.
• Fill out the application form and save it for future use.

APPSC Group 4 Admit Card

Having the admit card is mandatory for all candidates to enter the examination hall. APPSC releases the admit card for each aspiring candidate, and it must be carried to the examination center.

Steps to Download Admit Card 2024

• Aspiring candidates must visit the APPSC’s official website.
• Look for the link or tab that says “Download Admit Card” and click on it.
• Provide all the required details to access and download the admit card.
• Your admit card can be downloaded and saved to your device.
• Carry a printout of the admit card on the exam day.

Details on the APPSC Group 4 Admit Card

In the admit card, you will find the following information:

• Name and Roll Number of the Candidate
• Date of Birth
• Subject Applied
• Signature and Photograph of the Candidate
• Exam Date, Time, and Venue
• Exam Day Instructions

It is advised that candidates should carefully follow the instructions given on the admit card and prepare well for the APPSC Group 4 exam.

You can also read our blog on the APPSC Group 1 Exam.

Exam Pattern for APPSC Group 4

The APPSC Group 4 Exam consists of three stages: Screening Test, Main Examination, and Computer Proficiency Test. Below are the details of both examinations. Please review them carefully to develop a suitable strategy.

Note: Aspirants who qualify based on their performance in the written examination will need to demonstrate Proficiency in Office Automation using Computers and Associated Software during the verification of their original certificates.

Screening Test Exam Pattern for APPSC Group 4

The APPSC Screening Test provides candidates with a total duration of 150 minutes to answer 150 questions. The exam pattern for the Screening Test is as follows:

Subject	No. of Questions	Max. Marks
Mental Ability & General Studies	100	100
General English & Telugu (25 marks each & SSC Standard)	50	50
Total	150	150

Note: Negative marking applies, and each incorrect answer will result in 1/3 of marks being deducted.

Mains Exam Pattern for APPSC Group 4

For the APPSC Main Examination, 150 minutes will be allocated to each paper: Paper-I (General Studies & Mental Ability) and Paper-II (General English & General Telugu). The Main Examination’s exam pattern is as follows:

Paper	Subject	No. of Questions	Max. Marks
Paper-I	Mental Ability & General Studies	150	150
Paper-II	General English & Telugu (75 marks each & SSC Standard)	150	150
Total		300	300

Computer Proficiency Test Exam Pattern for APPSC Group 4

Upon clearing the Mains exam, candidates will proceed to this qualifying stage. The exam is designed with a time limit of 30 minutes, and it carries a total of 50 points. To qualify for further consideration, candidates must achieve the minimum marks specified for each category:

Part	Subject	Marks
A	MS-Word	15
B	MS-Excel	10
C	MS-PowerPoint	10
D	MS-Access	10
E	Internet	05
Total		50

For each category, the minimum qualifying marks are as follows:

• SC/ST/PH = 15 Marks
• BC = 17.5 Marks
• OC = 20 Marks

APPSC Group 4 Syllabus

The Commission has issued a notification providing the syllabus for the APPSC Group 4 Exam, which comprises two phases. The following is the comprehensive list of topics covered in the APPSC Syllabus, offering valuable insights into the examination content.

APPSC Screening Test Syllabus

Aspirants preparing for the upcoming exam can refer to this detailed syllabus to understand the examination requirements thoroughly. Take a moment to review the provided syllabus below, as it will aid in grasping the exam’s essential aspects.

Subjects	Topics
General Studies & Mental Ability	●      Current affairs- international, national, and regional. ●      Indian polity and governance: Events of national and national importance, constitutional issues, reforms, public policy,  and e-governance initiatives (specific reference to Andhra Pradesh),  ●      Physical geography of the Indian state and sub-continent. ●      Sustainable Development, and Environmental Protection. ●      General Science and its applications to day-to-day life. ●      Disaster management or management of Disaster: prevention, vulnerability profile, and mitigation strategies, ●      Economic development in India since independence (emphasis on the state of Andhra Pradesh) and Contemporary developments in Information Technology and Science & Technology ●      Application of Remote Sensing and GIS in the assessment and prediction of Disaster, ●      Bifurcation of the province and its Administrative, Social, Economic, Cultural, Political, and Legal implications/problems. ●      The social, political and economical and  history of modern India with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh, ●      Logical reasoning, Analytical ability, and data interpretation. ●      Data Analysis: Visual representation of data, Tabulation of data,  Basic data analysis (Summary Statistics such as variance,  median, mean,  mode,  and coefficient of variation) and Interpretation.
General English (SSC Standard)	●      Logical re-arrangement of sentences, ●      Grammar, ●      Vocabulary, Punctuation, ●      Comprehension, Usage, and idioms.
General Telugu (SSC Standard)	●      Synonyms & Vocabulary, ●      Usage and idiom, ●      Telugu to English meanings, ●      English to Telugu meanings, and ●      Grammar.

APPSC Main Examination Syllabus

Find the complete syllabus below for the APPSC Main Examination, which offers all the necessary information required for the preparation of this crucial stage of the exam.

Subjects	Topics
General Studies & Mental Ability (Paper-I)	●      Current affairs- international, national, and regional, ●      Indian polity and governance: Events of national and national importance, constitutional reforms, issues, public policy, and e-governance initiatives with specific reference to Andhra Pradesh,  ●      Physical geography of the Indian state and sub-continent, ●      Economic development in India since independence (special emphasis on the state of Andhra Pradesh), ●      Contemporary developments in Information Technology and Science & Technology ●      The social-economical and political history of modern India ( special emphasis on Andhra Pradesh),General Science and its applications to day-to-day life, ●      Sustainable Development, and Environmental Protection, ●      Disaster management or management of Disaster: prevention, vulnerability profile,  and mitigation strategies, ●      Application of Remote Sensing and GIS in the assessment and prediction of Disaster, ●      Bifurcation of the province and its Social, Administrative, Economic, Cultural, Political, and Legal implications/problems. ●      Data interpretation, Logical reasoning, and Analytical ability, and, ●      Data Analysis: Visual representation of data, Tabulation of data,  Basic data analysis (Summary Statistics such as variance, mean, median, mode, and coefficient of variation) and Interpretation.
General English (SSC Standard)	●      Grammar, ●      Logical re-arrangement of sentences, ●      Comprehension, ●      Vocabulary, Punctuation, ●      Usage, and idioms.
Paper-II: General Telugu (SSC Standard)	●      English to Telugu meanings,  ●      Synonyms & Vocabulary, ●      Usage and idiom, ●      Telugu to English meanings, and ●      Grammar.

Answer Key for APPSC Group 4

Candidates participating in the APPSC Group 4 exam can utilize the answer key to calculate their marks. To obtain the answer key, follow these simple steps:

• Visit the official website using the provided link.
• Enter your registration ID and password.
• Click on the submit button to proceed.
• Cross-check your answers with the ones provided in the answer key.

The final merit list will determine the posting location for candidates based on their ranks. Several factors influence the candidate selection process, including the marks obtained, cut-off marks, and the number of vacancies in the respective department. Mains writing holds significant importance as it helps the Commission make informed decisions while selecting candidates.

APPSC Group 4 Results

The APPSC Group 4 results will be declared on APPSC’s official website. Aspirants can download their results from the website. Candidates must verify all details, such as their name, parent’s/guardian’s name, and roll number. Additionally, candidates should note their obtained marks, required cut-off, and rank in the state.

Cut-off Marks for APPSC Group 4

Based on the previous year’s data on APPSC, the expected cut-off marks for the current year will be as follows:

Categorywise	Expected Cut off
General Category	40%
OBC Category	35%
SC Category	30%
ST Category	30%

APPSC Group 4 Salary Structure

APPSC Commission conducts the examination annually to recruit competent candidates for various vacancies. The salary and scale details are outlined in the Commission’s notification.

All selected candidates for APPSC Group-4 will receive a pay scale of Rs. 16,400 to Rs. 49,870/-. Besides the salary, candidates may also be eligible for other allowances. Notably, the APPSC Group 4 Salary is the same for all posts.

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