APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 20 Grade-II Posts in Forest Department
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 notification (Notification No. 15/2026, dated 16 October 2026). It is for 20 posts of Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant) in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service. The posts are zonal and carry a pay scale of ₹34,580 – ₹1,07,210. Candidates with an ITI in the Draughtsman (Civil) trade can apply online on psc.ap.gov.in from 16 October to 5 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026. Selection will be through a Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) of two papers (300 marks), followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). 95% of the posts in each zone are reserved for local candidates of Andhra Pradesh, so the APPSC Draughtsman vacancy is mainly for AP candidates. For other APPSC jobs, see our APPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 article, and for other ITI-level jobs, our BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2027. This article covers the APPSC Draughtsman Grade-II vacancy, zone-wise breakup, eligibility, age limit, fee, exam pattern, syllabus and how to apply, all taken from the official notification.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: APPSC Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant) Recruitment 2026
➤ Notification No.: 15/2026, dated 16 October 2026
➤ Department: A.P. Forest Subordinate Service
➤ Total vacancies: 20 (zonal posts)
➤ Pay scale: ₹34,580 – ₹1,07,210
➤ Qualification: ITI in Draughtsman (Civil) trade
➤ Age limit: 18 to 44 years as on 01.07.2026
➤ Fee: ₹250 processing + ₹80 exam fee (exam fee waived for SC/ST/BC/ExSM/white card holders/unemployed)
➤ Apply online: 16 October to 5 November 2026
➤ Selection: CBRT (300 marks) + Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying)
➤ Negative marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer
➤ Official website: psc.ap.gov.in
Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Zone-wise Vacancy
- Category-wise Vacancy
- Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit and Relaxation
- Application Fee
- Exam Pattern
- Syllabus
- Computer Proficiency Test
- Selection Process and Qualifying Marks
- Exam Centres
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The APPSC Draughtsman Grade-II online application started on 16 October 2026, the same day the notification was released. The last date to apply is 5 November 2026. A 7-day correction window will open after the last date. The written exam date will be announced later. The important dates for APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 16 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 5 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application correction window | 7 days after the last date (₹100 per correction) |
| Age crucial date | 1 July 2026 |
| Hall ticket | To be announced on psc.ap.gov.in |
| Written exam (CBRT) | To be announced |
APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 Overview
The APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 is a direct recruitment for Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant) posts in the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department. It is an ITI-level state government job with a regular pay scale. The main details of the APPSC Draughtsman notification are given below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification No. | 15/2026, dated 16/10/2026 |
| Post name | Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant) |
| Service | A.P. Forest Subordinate Service (General Recruitment) |
| Total vacancies | 20 |
| Post type | Zonal post |
| Pay scale | ₹34,580 – ₹1,07,210 |
| Qualification | ITI in Draughtsman (Civil) trade |
| Age limit | 18–44 years as on 01.07.2026 |
| Exam mode | Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) |
| Application mode | Online through OTPR on psc.ap.gov.in |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Draughtsman Zone-wise Vacancy 2026
The 20 APPSC Draughtsman vacancies are spread across six zones of Andhra Pradesh. Of these, 15 are local and 5 are open (non-local) posts. Zone II and Zone V have the most posts (5 each). The zone-wise APPSC Draughtsman Grade-II vacancy is given below.
| Zone | Districts | Open | Local | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone I | Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Zone II | Alluri Sitarama Raju, East Godavari, Kakinada, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Zone III | West Godavari, Eluru, NTR, Krishna | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Zone IV | Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Zone V | Tirupati, Chittoor, Annamayya, YSR Kadapa | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Zone VI | Nandyal, Ananthapuramu, Kurnool, Sri Sathya Sai | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Total | 5 | 15 | 20 |
APPSC Draughtsman Category-wise Vacancy 2026
As per Annexure-I of the APPSC Draughtsman notification, 14 of the 20 posts are for OC (open competition). The rest are for SC Group-I (2), BC-A (2), BC-B (1) and BC-D (1). There is no vacancy for SC-II, SC-III, BC-C, BC-E or EWS. The category-wise and zone-wise breakup is given below.
| Category | Zone I | Zone II | Zone III | Zone IV | Zone V | Zone VI | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OC | 1 (L) | 1 (O) + 2 (L) | 1 (O) + 1 (L) | 1 (O) + 2 (L) | 1 (O) + 2 (L) | 1 (O) + 1 (L) | 14 |
| SC Group-I | – | 1 (L) | – | – | 1 (L) | – | 2 |
| BC-A | – | 1 (L) | – | – | 1 (L) | – | 2 |
| BC-B | – | – | – | 1 (L) | – | – | 1 |
| BC-D | – | – | – | – | – | 1 (L) | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 20 |
O = Open, L = Local.
Horizontal reservation (women and sports persons)
Within the 20 posts, 7 are reserved horizontally for women and 1 for Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP). These are not extra posts. The breakup is below.
| Horizontal reservation | Zone I | Zone II | Zone III | Zone IV | Zone V | Zone VI | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women – OC | 1 | 1 | – | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Women – BC-B | – | – | – | 1 | – | – | 1 |
| Women – BC-D | – | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Meritorious Sports Persons | – | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
There is no reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) for this post, as per the Forest Department service rules (G.O. Ms. No. 88, dated 19.07.2000).
APPSC Draughtsman Eligibility Criteria 2026
The APPSC Draughtsman Grade-II eligibility requires an ITI trade certificate in Draughtsman (Civil). The qualification must be held on the date of the notification, 16 October 2026. The APPSC Draughtsman qualification and other conditions are given below.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification | Trade certificate in Draughtsman (Civil) trade, i.e. ITI in the State, or an equivalent examination |
| Crucial date for qualification | 16 October 2026 (date of notification) |
| Equivalent qualification | The relevant Government Order must be sent to the Commission within 10 days of the last date |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
| Health | Sound health, free from bodily defect |
Note for candidates from other states: BC, SC, ST and EWS candidates from outside Andhra Pradesh are not entitled to reservation or the fee exemption. They can apply only as general candidates and must pay the full fee.
APPSC Draughtsman Age Limit 2026
The APPSC Draughtsman age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation is given to SC, ST, BC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen and some other categories as per APS&SS Rules. The category-wise APPSC Draughtsman age relaxation is given below.
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years plus length of service in the armed forces |
| NCC Instructors | 3 years plus length of service in NCC |
| Regular A.P. State Government employees | Length of regular service, up to 5 years |
| Retrenched temporary employees of the State Census Department (minimum 6 months' service) | 3 years |
APPSC Draughtsman Application Fee 2026
The APPSC Draughtsman application fee has two parts: a ₹250 application processing fee paid by everyone, and an ₹80 examination fee. Several categories of AP candidates are exempted from the ₹80 exam fee. The APPSC Draughtsman fee details are given below.
| Category | Processing fee | Exam fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / other state candidates | ₹250 | ₹80 | ₹330 |
| SC, ST, BC and Ex-Servicemen (AP) | ₹250 | Exempted | ₹250 |
| AP families with a White Ration Card | ₹250 | Exempted | ₹250 |
| Unemployed youth (as per G.O. Ms. No. 439, with declaration) | ₹250 | Exempted | ₹250 |
The fee is paid online by net banking, credit card or debit card. It is non-refundable.
APPSC Draughtsman Exam Pattern 2026
The APPSC Draughtsman written exam is an objective-type Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) with two papers of 150 marks each. Paper I is General Studies and Mental Ability (SSC standard), and Paper II is on the ITI Civil Draughtsman trade. There is negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer. The APPSC Draughtsman exam pattern is given below.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability (SSC standard) | 150 | 150 minutes | 150 |
| Paper II | ITI (Civil Draughtsman) | 150 | 150 minutes | 150 |
| Total | 300 | |||
- Each wrong answer carries a penalty of 1/3 of the marks for that question.
- Both papers are compulsory. Absence in any paper leads to disqualification.
- Questions are set in English and translated into Telugu. The English version is final.
- If the exam is held in more than one session, scores will be normalised and results declared on a percentile basis.
- A mock test is available on psc.ap.gov.in to practise the CBRT format.
APPSC Draughtsman Syllabus 2026
The APPSC Draughtsman syllabus for Paper I covers general studies with a focus on Andhra Pradesh. Paper II covers drawing, surveying, levelling, theodolite, total station, GPS and workshop mathematics from the ITI Civil Draughtsman course. The topic-wise APPSC Draughtsman syllabus is summarised below.
| Paper | Topics |
|---|---|
| Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability | General Science; current events of national and AP importance; History of India with a focus on AP and the National Movement; Geography of India and AP; Indian Polity and Economy; Mental Ability (reasoning and inferences); Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection; Disaster Management |
| Paper II: ITI (Civil Draughtsman) | Drawing (BIS code IS: 962-1989, layout, lines, lettering, dimensioning, scales, projection); Surveying (chaining, bearing, planimeter); Levelling and contouring; Theodolite survey and traversing; Total Station and EDM; GPS, remote sensing and photogrammetry; Units, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry, logarithms, Trapezoidal and Simpson's rules |
APPSC Draughtsman Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Candidates shortlisted after the APPSC Draughtsman written exam must pass the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). The CPT is only qualifying; its marks are not added to the merit list. The CPT pattern and qualifying marks are given below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Test | Proficiency in office automation with computers and related software (practical) |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Qualifying marks | OC 40, BC 35, SC/ST/PBD 30 |
| Part A (20%) | MCQs on computer basics, operating systems, internet and email |
| Part B | Word document with typing speed (25%), inserting objects (15%), Excel sheet with formulas and charts (20%), and a presentation (rest) |
APPSC Draughtsman Selection Process and Qualifying Marks
The APPSC Draughtsman selection is based on merit in the written exam, provided the candidate qualifies the CPT. Candidates must get minimum aggregate marks in the written exam to be considered. The APPSC Draughtsman minimum qualifying marks are given below.
| Category | Minimum qualifying marks (aggregate) |
|---|---|
| OC, Sports persons, Ex-Servicemen and EWS | 40% |
| Backward Classes | 35% |
| SC / ST | 30% |
- Stage 1: Written exam (CBRT), 300 marks.
- Stage 2: Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying).
- Stage 3: Certificate verification and medical fitness.
- If marks are tied, the older candidate is ranked higher.
- There will be no waiting list. Only the notified vacancies will be filled.
APPSC Draughtsman Exam Centres
The APPSC Draughtsman CBRT will be held at four centres in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can give three preferences:
- Visakhapatnam
- Vijayawada
- Tirupati
- Ananthapuramu
How to Apply for APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026
The APPSC Draughtsman application is online only, through One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on the Commission's website. Follow these steps:
- Visit psc.ap.gov.in. If you are a new user, complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) to get your OTPR ID.
- Log in with your OTPR ID and password, and click "Online Application Submission".
- Click "Fill Application" against Notification No. 15/2026.
- Enter local/non-local status, white card details, qualification, zone preferences and exam centre.
- Click "Save & Submit". Only then will the payment link appear.
- Pay the fee online and download the filled application PDF.
- Apply before 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
Corrections can be made for 7 days after the last date at ₹100 per correction. Name, fee and age relaxation fields cannot be changed.
APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026?
There are 20 vacancies of Draughtsman Grade-II (Technical Assistant) in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the APPSC Draughtsman post?
5 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Q3. What is the qualification for APPSC Draughtsman Grade-II?
An ITI trade certificate in Draughtsman (Civil), or an equivalent qualification.
Q4. What is the age limit for APPSC Draughtsman 2026?
18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026, with 5 years' relaxation for SC, ST, BC and EWS.
Q5. What is the salary of APPSC Draughtsman Grade-II?
The pay scale is ₹34,580 – ₹1,07,210.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the APPSC Draughtsman exam?
Yes. 1/3 of the marks for a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
Q7. Can candidates from West Bengal apply for APPSC Draughtsman?
Yes, but only as general (non-reserved) candidates for the open posts, and they must pay the full ₹330 fee. 95% of each zone's posts are reserved for AP local candidates, and only 5 of the 20 posts are open.
APPSC Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| APPSC Draughtsman Detailed Notification (No. 15/2026) | Download PDF |
| Apply Online / OTPR Registration | psc.ap.gov.in |
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