SarkariResultHome.comAPPSC Group 1 | Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern
Written by Janvi on 27 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission · State: All India
The Group 1 | syllabus of Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is available on its official portal. The official syllabus PDF is given in the Important Links table. Here is a simple guide to what to read and how to plan.
The stages are Written Examination, Main Exam, Interview. The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
You can also see more APPSC updates on the APPSC Recruitment page, all syllabus and the home page.
APPSC Group 1 | Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
| Important Dates | Key Details |
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APPSC Group 1 | Selection Process & Exam Details
The stages, in the order they usually take place:
- Written Examination
- Main Exam
- Interview
Group 1 |: What This Page Covers
This page puts together the exam overview of Group 1 | with the exam pattern and the syllabus, in the order a student needs them.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Group 1 |: Group 1 Selection Process 2026
The list below is for Group 1 |.
- Stage 1: Screening Test (Objective Type / OMR Based)
- Stage 2: Main Written Examination
- Stage 3: Interview/Personality Test
Group 1 |: Group 1 Prelims
The list below is for Group 1 |.
- Objective type (MCQs)
- Negative marking: 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer
- Prelims is a screening stage for shortlisting candidates for the Mains
Group 1 |: Group 1 Prelims
Check the group 1 prelims for Group 1 | in the table below.
In short: mode: OMR based; time: 120 minutes.
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
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| Paper 1 | History & Culture; Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations; Indian & Andhra Pradesh Economy and Planning; Geography | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
| Paper 2 | General Mental Ability; Administrative & Psychological Abilities; Science & Technology; Current Events (Regional, National & International) | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes |
Group 1 |: Group 1 Mains
Check the group 1 mains for Group 1 | in the table below.
In short: mode: OMR based; time: 120 minutes.
| Paper | Name of Paper | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Telugu (Qualifying Nature) | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper 2 | English (Qualifying Nature) | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper 3 | General Essay (Contemporary regional, national & international issues) | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper 4 | History, Culture & Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper 5 | Polity, Constitution, Governance, Law & Ethics | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper 6 | Economy & Development of India and Andhra Pradesh | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper 7 | Science, Technology & Environmental Issues | 180 Minutes | 150 |
| Interview | Personal Interview | — | 75 |
Group 1 |: Paper I – General Studies (120 Questions | 120 Marks | 120 Minutes) Sy
Paper I – General Studies (120 Questions | 120 Marks | 120 Minutes) Sy of Group 1 |:
| Section | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| History & Culture | Indus Valley Civilisation, Vedic Age, Mahajanapadas, Jainism and Buddhism, Mauryas, Kushans, Satavahanas, Sangam Age, Gupta Empire, South Indian dynasties, Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagara and Mughal Empires, Bhakti and Sufi movements, European trading companies, Governor Generals and Viceroys, Revolt of 1857, social reform movements, Indian freedom movement, Gandhi, Sardar Patel, Subhas Chandra Bose, post-independence consolidation, Dr B.R. Ambedkar and reorganisation of states. |
| Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations | Evolution and features of the Constitution, Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Fundamental Duties, DPSP, constitutional amendments, basic structure, Centre-State relations, Parliament, State Legislatures, federal issues, local governance, constitutional bodies, Panchayati Raj, governance, public policy, statutory and regulatory bodies, human rights, women, SC/ST and child-related issues, India’s foreign policy and international organisations. |
| Indian & Andhra Pradesh Economy and Planning | Economic development after independence, NITI Aayog, growth and distributive justice, HDI, sustainable development, national income, population, poverty, inequality, employment, agriculture, irrigation, MSP, rural development, industries, Make in India, Start-ups, SEZs, energy, economic reforms, WTO, balance of payments, RBI, banking, NPAs, financial markets, SEBI, GST, Centre-State finances, public expenditure and debt. AP-specific areas include the economy after bifurcation, resources, revenues, water issues, infrastructure, IT, e-governance, welfare, AP Reorganisation Act 2014 and related provisions. |
| Geography | Physical geography, earth, climate, oceans, landforms, rocks, minerals, soils, natural vegetation, national parks, population, literacy, migration, urbanisation, social groups, agriculture, industries, services, transport and trade, with focus on the world, India and Andhra Pradesh. |
Group 1 |: Paper II – General Aptitude (120 Questions | 120 Marks | 120 Minutes)
The table below gives the paper ii – general aptitude (120 questions | 120 marks | 120 minutes) of Group 1 |, as it is given in the source.
| Section | Important Topics |
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| General Mental Ability & Psychological Abilities | Logical reasoning, number series, coding-decoding, relationships, Venn diagrams, clocks, calendars, ages, number system, ratio and proportion, averages, HCF and LCM, percentages, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, time and work, time and distance, geometry, basic algebra, data interpretation, data sufficiency, probability, emotional intelligence, social intelligence, decision-making, critical thinking and personality assessment. |
| Science & Technology and Current Events | Science in everyday life, ICT, e-governance, cyber security, space and defence technology, ISRO, DRDO, energy resources, environmental science, biodiversity, climate change, biotechnology, nanotechnology and current events of regional, national and international importance. |
Group 1 |: Strategic Preparation for Group 1 Exam 2026
Strategic Preparation for Group 1 Exam 2026 of Group 1 |:
| Also check |
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| APPSC Group 1 Previous Year Question Papers |
| APPSC Group 1 Salary |
Group 1 |: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Start with the exam overview above; it tells you the basic rules of the paper in one glance.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
Group 1 |: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
Earlier APPSC Notifications
Earlier APPSC notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all APPSC updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| APPSC Forest Beat Officer, Assistant Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 21 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC Hostel Warden / Welfare Officer Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 16 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC ASWO Complete Guide Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Secondary Level Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 27 Apr 2026 |
| APPSC Group 3 | Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
APPSC Group 1 | Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
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| APPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2026 — PDF | Click Here |
| All APPSC updates | Open APPSC Recruitment |
| APPSC latest jobs | View jobs |
| APPSC admit cards | View admit cards |
| APPSC results | View results |
Complete APPSC Exam Timeline
Every stage of this Sarkari Naukri we have covered, from application to Sarkari Result:
| Stage | Post | Key date |
|---|---|---|
| Syllabus | APPSC Group 1 | Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | — |
| Sarkari Naukri | APPSC Govt Job 2026 for 166 Group 1 Posts – Check Out | 27 Oct 2026 |
APPSC Group 1 | Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I download the official Group 1 | syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of APPSC. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Group 1 | syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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