APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 135 Assistant Executive Engineer Posts
The Southern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited (APSPDCL) has released the APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 notification (No. 1/2026, dated 25 June 2026) for 135 Assistant Executive Engineer vacancies across Electrical, Civil, and Telecom disciplines. Engineering graduates aged 18 to 42 years can apply online from 30 June 2026 to 20 July 2026 at apspdcl.in or apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in.
APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 135 Assistant Executive Engineer Posts – Overview
| Selection Procedure | The APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 selection is entirely based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by certificate verification. There is no interview stage for this recruitment. Step 1 - Computer Based Test (CBT): Conducted from 22 to 29 August 2026 , duration 3 hours , in English only. Total marks: 100 . No negative marking. Step 2 - Initial Key Publication: Released on the 2nd day after the last exam . Candidates can file objections online within 7 days. Step 3 - Final Key Publication: Released 7 days after the objection window closes . Step 4 - Merit List: Published 7 days after the final key (tentatively September last week 2026), based on normalized CBT scores. Step 5 - Certificate Verification: Candidates in the merit list (1:1 ratio against vacancies) are called for document verification. Absence or ineligibility at this stage leads to disqualification. Step 6 - Provisional Selection List: Prepared from candidates found eligible at certificate verification, in strict order of merit with reservation rules applied. Step 7 - Appointment Orders: Issued to candidates in the final selection list, subject to physical fitness and character verification. Merely securing the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee a call for certificate verification. Final selection depends on the overall merit rank and availability of vacancies in the respective category. If two or more candidates score equal marks in the CBT, the older candidate is ranked higher. If age is also equal, the candidate who acquired the prescribed educational qualification earlier gets the higher rank. Since the CBT may be conducted in multiple shifts, a normalization procedure will be applied to equalize scores across shifts before preparing the merit list. |
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| Application Mode | Online |
APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 official notification (No. 1/2026) has been released by the Southern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited on 25 June 2026 from its Corporate Office at Vidyuth Nilayam, Tirupati. The notification covers 135 Assistant Executive Engineer vacancies across Electrical (125), Civil (6), and Telecom (4) disciplines for the 9 districts under APSPDCL's jurisdiction in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can download the official APSPDCL AEE 2026 notification PDF from apspdcl.in or the Common Recruitment Portal at apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in, where the User Guide for online application is also available from 25 June 2026. Engineers looking for the APSPDCL AEE Notification 2026 PDF should note that this is a joint Common Recruitment Examination - a single application covers all five AP Power Utilities (APTRANSCO, APEPDCL, APCPDCL, APSPDCL, and APGENCO). The online application window opens on 30 June 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 20 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs, with the CBT scheduled from 22 to 29 August 2026. The notification PDF contains the complete vacancy breakup, exam syllabus, pay scale details, service bond terms, and the full schedule of the recruitment process - making it essential reading before applying. Download APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Apply APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 Here (active on 30 June 2026)
Eligibility Criteria - APSPDCL AEE Vacancy 2026
The APSPDCL AEE 2026 eligibility requirements are post-specific for educational qualifications. All candidates must be fully qualified and in possession of all required certificates as on 20 July 2026 (the last date of application). AEE / Electrical: A degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a university in India established under a Central, Provincial, or State Act, or any equivalent qualification recognized by AICTE and approved by UGC. AEE / Telecom: A degree in Telecommunications / Electronics / Electronics & Communication Engineering from a recognized university, or an equivalent AICTE/UGC-recognized qualification. AEE / Civil: A degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized Indian university, or an AICTE/UGC-recognized equivalent qualification. Important Notes on Qualifications: Degrees awarded under Distance Mode through study centers of other state universities (outside Andhra Pradesh) are not legally valid . Only degrees from UGC and AICTE-recognized universities are accepted. Candidates claiming an equivalent qualification must produce an Equivalency Certificate from the Registrar of the concerned university or a Government Order recognizing the equivalency. Only the qualifications mentioned in the application form will be considered for selection. Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note that SC/ST/BC candidates get a 5-year relaxation (maximum age 47), while PwBD candidates get a 10-year relaxation (maximum age 52). Age is calculated as of 1 July 2026 .
| category | maximum age | minimum age |
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| General (OC/EWS) | 42 years | 18 years |
| SC / ST / BC | 47 years | 18 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 52 years | 18 years |
Selection Process - APSPDCL AEE 2026 Exam Pattern
The APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 selection is entirely based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by certificate verification. There is no interview stage for this recruitment. Step 1 - Computer Based Test (CBT): Conducted from 22 to 29 August 2026 , duration 3 hours , in English only. Total marks: 100 . No negative marking. Step 2 - Initial Key Publication: Released on the 2nd day after the last exam . Candidates can file objections online within 7 days. Step 3 - Final Key Publication: Released 7 days after the objection window closes . Step 4 - Merit List: Published 7 days after the final key (tentatively September last week 2026), based on normalized CBT scores. Step 5 - Certificate Verification: Candidates in the merit list (1:1 ratio against vacancies) are called for document verification. Absence or ineligibility at this stage leads to disqualification. Step 6 - Provisional Selection List: Prepared from candidates found eligible at certificate verification, in strict order of merit with reservation rules applied. Step 7 - Appointment Orders: Issued to candidates in the final selection list, subject to physical fitness and character verification. Merely securing the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee a call for certificate verification. Final selection depends on the overall merit rank and availability of vacancies in the respective category. If two or more candidates score equal marks in the CBT, the older candidate is ranked higher. If age is also equal, the candidate who acquired the prescribed educational qualification earlier gets the higher rank. Since the CBT may be conducted in multiple shifts, a normalization procedure will be applied to equalize scores across shifts before preparing the merit list.
| 40% | OC / EWS |
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| 35% | BC |
| 30% | SC / ST / PwBD |
Exam Pattern & Syllabus at a Glance
The APSPDCL AEE 2026 exam is 100 marks with the following distribution for all three posts: There is no negative marking in the CBT for any of the three posts. AEE/Electrical (70 marks): Electric Circuits, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Utilization & Control Systems, Measurements, Analog & Digital Electronics, Power Electronics & Drives. AEE/Telecom (70 marks): Network Analysis, Fourier Series & Transforms, Electronic Devices & Circuits, Digital Circuits, Linear Control Systems, Transmission Lines & Antennas, Maxwell's Equations, Waveguides, Communication Systems, Microprocessors. AEE/Civil (70 marks): Strength of Materials, Reinforced Concrete, Soil Mechanics, Steel Structures, Fluid Mechanics & Machinery, Foundation Engineering.
| 70 | Core Subject (Post-specific) |
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| 8 | Quantitative Aptitude |
| 7 | General Awareness |
| 5 | Reasoning & General Intelligence |
| 5 | English Language & Comprehension |
| 5 | Computer Knowledge |
| 100 | Total |
Salary, Pay Scale & Service Bond
The APSPDCL AEE 2026 pay structure and bond conditions are clearly defined and candidates must accept these before applying. During the 2-year probation period , selected candidates receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹75,000 . After successful probation declaration, candidates are placed on the regular pay scale: ₹86,245 – ₹2,900 – ₹1,00,745 – ₹3,350 – ₹1,17,495 – ₹3,725 – ₹1,36,120 – ₹4,155 – ₹1,56,895 – ₹4,550 – ₹1,79,645 – ₹4,850 – ₹2,03,895 – ₹5,020 – ₹2,08,915 (RPS-2022). Calculate your exact in-hand Salary in 10 seconds - Calculate Now Every appointed candidate must execute a Service Bond on Non-Judicial Stamp Paper of ₹110 at the time of joining. Key bond terms: Candidates must serve APSPDCL for a minimum of 5 years after probation (total 7 years from joining). Original certificates (Degree, Date of Birth, Community) must be deposited with APSPDCL for the entire 7-year bond period. If certificates are needed during the bond period, a security deposit of ₹1,00,000 must be paid first, refunded upon return of certificates. Candidates leaving during the 2-year probation must refund all emoluments received plus ₹5,00,000 as liquidated damages. Candidates resigning after probation but before completing 5 years of post-probation service must pay ₹10,00,000 as liquidated damages. All selected candidates must be willing to work in field offices (Operation Sections/MRT/DPE/Construction Divisions), preferably in rural and remote locations, for a continuous period of not less than 5 years from the date of initial appointment. No transfer to office or headquarters postings will be entertained during this period. Promotion eligibility and SGP increments apply only after completion of this field tenure.
Exam Centers - APSPDCL CBT 2026
The Computer Based Test will be conducted at 47 cities in Andhra Pradesh and select cities in neighboring states. Cities outside Andhra Pradesh include: Telangana: Hyderabad, Khammam Karnataka: Bengaluru Tamil Nadu: Chennai Odisha: Berhampore Within Andhra Pradesh, exam centers are available in cities including Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Guntur, Kurnool, Nellore, Kadapa, Anantapur, Rajahmundry, Kakinada, Ongole, Nandyal, Chittoor, Madanapalle, Proddatur, and many more across the state.
Documents Required for Certificate Verification
Candidates shortlisted for certificate verification must bring original and self-attested copies of the following: Application form and Hall Ticket Educational qualification certificates (SSC, Intermediate, Degree, and above) Proof of age (Birth Certificate or SSC Memo) Original Community Certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS as applicable) PwBD Certificate issued by SADAREM (for PwBD candidates) School Study Certificates / Residence Certificate (for local candidature claim) EWS Income Certificate for the financial year prior to the year of application Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License) No Objection Certificate from employer (for government employees) Local Status Certificate for candidates who migrated from Telangana to Andhra Pradesh between 2 June 2014 and 1 June 2024
Common Mistakes to Avoid - APSPDCL AEE 2026
These errors can lead to rejection even after qualifying the CBT: Submitting a Distance Mode degree from a study center of another state's university - these are explicitly declared not legally valid for this recruitment. Leaving any field blank in the online application - the system will not accept an incomplete form, and no corrections are allowed after submission. Changing utility/zone preferences after submission - preferences are final the moment you submit. Review your choices carefully before clicking Submit. Paying fee but not completing the application - the Journal Number only confirms fee receipt; the full application must be separately submitted. Many candidates mistake the Journal Number for a complete application. Not uploading certificates before the deadline - Hall Tickets will not be generated unless all required certificates are uploaded by 20 July 2026. Using a mobile number not linked to Aadhaar for registration - OTP verification requires an Aadhaar-linked number, and registration will fail otherwise. Arriving late for the exam - candidates not present at the examination center at least one hour before the scheduled start time will not be permitted entry for biometric verification. Carrying electronic devices (mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, Bluetooth devices) to the exam center - this results in disqualification and potential ban from future APSPDCL exams. Under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, offenders may face imprisonment up to 5 years and fines up to ₹10 lakh. Canvassing or seeking recommendations - any attempt to seek influence through elected representatives, government officials, or any third party results in permanent disqualification from this and all future APSPDCL recruitments.
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee |
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| Exam Date | 22 August – 29 August 2026 |
Age Limit
| Notes | Category Minimum Age Maximum Age General (OC/EWS) 18 years 42 years SC / ST / BC 18 years 47 years Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) 18 years 52 years | Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note that SC/ST/BC candidates get a 5-year relaxation (maximum age 47), while PwBD candidates get a 10-year relaxation (maximum age 52). Age is calculated as of 1 July 2026 . |
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Important Links
| Download APSPDCL AEE Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
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