APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025: Unlock 691 Prestigious Government Jobs in Andhra Pradesh Forest Services

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APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially released a major recruitment notification for 691 vacancies of Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) in the A.P. Forest Subordinate Services. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have completed their Intermediate (12th pass) and aspire to work in the government forest department.

This recruitment drive under APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025 offers not just job stability and attractive salary but also a chance to serve in one of the most crucial environmental sectors in the state. The online application process starts on 16 July 2025 and the last date to apply is 05 August 2025.

APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
Post Name	Forest Beat Officer (FBO), Assistant Beat Officer (ABO)
Total Vacancies	691
Qualification Required	Intermediate / 12th Pass
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Andhra Pradesh
Salary	₹25,220 – ₹80,910 (FBO), ₹23,120 – ₹74,770 (ABO)
Official Website	psc.ap.gov.in

APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

Notification Release Date: 14 July 2025
Starting Date to Apply Online: 16 July 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 05 August 2025 (till 11:59 PM)

Vacancy Details

Post	Number of Vacancies
Forest Beat Officer (FBO)	256
Assistant Beat Officer (ABO)	435
Total	691

APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have passed Intermediate (Class 12) or its equivalent from a recognized board.

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025):

Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Andhra Pradesh Government rules.

Physical Requirements

For Male Candidates:

Height: Minimum 163 cm
Chest: Minimum 84 cm (on full inspiration) with a minimum expansion of 5 cm

For Female Candidates:

Height: Minimum 150 cm
Chest: Minimum 79 cm with 5 cm expansion

Relaxation in height applies for certain categories like Gurkhas, Nepalese, Assamese, Scheduled Tribes, etc.

Walking Test:

Male: 25 kms in 4 hours
Female: 16 kms in 4 hours

Candidates must also have normal eyesight without any defects.

Selection Process

The selection process for APPSC FBO, ABO 2025 includes:

Written Examination
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Walking Test
Document Verification

APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025 Application Fee

General/Other State Candidates: ₹250 (Processing Fee) + ₹80 (Exam Fee) = ₹330
SC/ST/BC/Ex-Servicemen: ₹250 (Only Processing Fee)

Payment must be made online during application submission.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

Visit the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in
Register using your basic details and obtain your OTPR ID
Login and select the “Forest Beat Officer, Assistant Beat Officer” post
Fill in all personal, educational, and physical details correctly
Upload required documents and a recent photograph
Pay the application fee
Submit and download the final application form for future reference

Salary Structure

Forest Beat Officer (FBO): ₹25,220 to ₹80,910
Assistant Beat Officer (ABO): ₹23,120 to ₹74,770

These are regular pay-scale government jobs under the A.P. Forest Subordinate Service with all admissible allowances and future growth.

APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025 PDF

You can download the official APPSC FBO & ABO Recruitment Notification 2025 PDF from this link to get complete details regarding eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and instructions.

Important Links:

Apply Online	Click Here
Download Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the starting date for APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The application process begins on 16 July 2025.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online for APPSC FBO & ABO Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The last date is 05 August 2025 (11:59 PM).

Q3. What is the minimum qualification for APPSC Forest Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer posts?
Ans: You must have passed Intermediate (12th class) from a recognized board.

Q4. What is the salary for APPSC FBO and ABO posts?
Ans: FBO: ₹25,220 – ₹80,910; ABO: ₹23,120 – ₹74,770.

Q5. Where can I apply for APPSC Forest Officer Recruitment 2025?
Ans: You can apply online at the official APPSC website: psc.ap.gov.in