The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) invites online applications for the recruitment of Hostel Welfare Officer, Grade–II in various A.P. Welfare Subordinate Services. The application process is open from 09/10/2026 to 29/10/2026. Selection will be based on a computer-based written examination.
Hostel Welfare Officer, Grade–II: key details
| Commission | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Exam / post | Hostel Welfare Officer, Grade–II |
| Advertisement no. | 25/2026 |
| Vacancies | 97 |
| Pay scale | 37,640 – 1,15,500 |
| Application fee | Rs. 250 application processing fee plus Rs. 80 examination fee. Certain categories are exempted from the examination fee. |
| Type of notice | Notification |
| Date of notice | 9 October 2026 |
Hostel Welfare Officer, Grade–II important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 09/10/2026 |
| Applications open | 09/10/2026 |
| Last date to apply | 29/10/2026 |
Posts and vacancies
| Post | Department | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hostel Welfare Officer Grade–II | 41 (07 CF) | ||
| Hostel Welfare Officer Grade–II | 23 (03 CF) | ||
| Hostel Welfare Officer Grade–II | 33 (01 CF) |
Hostel Welfare Officer, Grade–II eligibility
Candidates must be citizens of India, possess sound health, and meet the specific educational qualifications for the respective posts. Age limit is 18-44 years as on 01/07/2026.
Age relaxation: SC, ST, BC, EWS: 5 years; SC/ST CF vacancies: 10 years; PBD: 10 years; Ex-Servicemen: 3 years plus length of service; NCC instructors: 3 years; Regular A.P. State Govt employees: up to 5 years; Retrenched temporary census employees: 3 years.
Selection process
Written Examination (Computer Based Recruitment Test).
How to apply
- Register or login via the Commission’s website using OTPR ID.
- Click on 'Online Application Submission' and select the notification.
- Fill in all required details, including local/non-local status.
- Submit the application using the 'Save & Submit' button.
- Complete the payment process through the online gateway.
Important instructions
- Applications must be submitted online; no other mode is accepted.
- Candidates must retain their registered mobile number and email ID for communication.
- A mock test facility is available on the website to practice the computer-based test pattern.
- Corrections in the application are allowed for 7 days after the last date of submission upon payment of Rs. 100 per correction.
- English version of the question paper is considered authentic for valuation purposes.
- Negative marking of 1/3rd of the marks per wrong answer applies.
