Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the official notification for the APPSC Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) Recruitment 2026 to fill 11 vacancies. Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions can apply online.
The sections that follow cover the vacancy break-up, age and qualification rules, fee, pay scale and the exact steps for submitting the form.
What you need to know
Total Vacancies
11
Qualification
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized university
Age Limit
18 Years to 40 Years
APPSC Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
- Recruiting Body: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
- Department: Social Welfare Department
- Post Name: Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO)
- Sector: State Government
- Total Vacancies: 11
- Job Location: Andhra Pradesh
- Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized university (Graduate)
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: www.pcs.ap.gov.in
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | Will be released soon |
| Apply Online Starts | — |
| Last Date to Apply Online | — |
Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) 2026 — Post-wise Vacancy Break-up
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) | 11 | Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related discipline |
Fee Payment Options
- Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI
Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) Eligibility Criteria 2026
The notification sets the qualification at A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized university. A degree or certificate awarded after the closing date does not count.
Who can apply
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- or a related discipline from a recognized university; some positions might prefer or require a Master’s degree; Proficiency in computer operations including MS Office and internet usage; Knowledge of local languages
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Relaxation | Upper age limit relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC/ST, OBC, and other reserved categories as per government rules. |
Conditions Beyond Age and Qualification
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
|---|---|
| Who May Apply | All candidates |
Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) 2026 — Stage by Stage
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | ||||||
| Mains Examination | ||||||
| Skill Test/Interview |
Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) 2026 — Stages of Selection
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Skill Test/Interview
Paper Details at a Glance
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
|---|---|
| Paper Language | E, n, g, l, i, s, h, ,, H, i, n, d and i |
Filling the APPSC Assistant Social Welfare Officer (ASWO) 2026 Form
- Open the official website. Open www.pcs.ap.gov.in and look for the recruitment tab on the home page.
- Read the notification. Open the notification PDF first and match your age, category and qualification against the eligibility table.
- Register yourself. Register once with a mobile number you will keep for the next year — every later notice goes to it.
- Fill the application form. Enter your personal, educational and communication details exactly as they appear on your certificates.
- Upload documents. Scan and upload your photograph, signature and supporting certificates within the file size limits given in the notification.
- Pay the application fee. Make the payment for your category and save the transaction reference; the form is incomplete until the payment reflects.
- Submit and save. Submit the form, then download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Photograph, Signature, 10th Marksheet, Caste Certificate, Aadhaar Card
Details on this page are taken from the official notification. Candidates are advised to read the original PDF on www.pcs.ap.gov.in before applying.
Source: the official APPSC notification.