APPSC Inspector of Factories Recruitment 2026: 12 Vacancies

APPSC Inspector of Factories Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Inspector of Factories in the A.P. Factories Service.

This recruitment drive aims to fill 12 vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online through the APPSC website.

Job Highlights

Important Dates

Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the last date to avoid any last-minute issues.

Vacancy Details

A total of 12 vacancies have been announced for the post of Inspector of Factories.

The number of vacancies is subject to change based on confirmation from the concerned department.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following educational and experience requirements as of the date of the Detailed Notification.

Candidates must hold a Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering from a University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, Provincial Act, or a State Act, or from any institution recognized by the University Grants Commission. Alternatively, any other equivalent recognized qualification is also accepted.

A minimum of 2 years of industrial work experience is required in medium and large-scale manufacturing process industries. Preference will be given to experience in Industrial Safety, Occupational Safety, Health & Environment Management.

The experience certificate must be issued by the Chief Executive of the concerned industry where the applicant is employed.

Age Limit

Not specified in the official notification.

Application Fee

Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

Selection Process

The selection process for this recruitment will consist of a single-level examination.

No Screening Test will be conducted, regardless of the number of applications received.

The examination will be conducted in an online (CBRT) mode.

If the examination is conducted in multiple sessions, the Commission may use a normalization process for marks, if considered necessary and applicable.

A Computer Proficiency Test will also be conducted.

As per G.O.Ms. No.235, Finance (HR-I, Plg & Policy) Dept., Dt.06/12/2016, there will be a penalty of 1/3rd of the marks prescribed for each wrong answer.

The Computer Proficiency Test will have two parts:

• Part-A: Test designed to assess candidates through MCQs (20% of Total Marks).
• Part-B: A computer-based assessment test covering:
  • Preparing a model document and organizing it in a formatted manner, including typing speed, inserting tables, images, WordArt, mail merge, etc. (25% of Total Marks).
  • Organizing and inserting different objects (15% of Total Marks).
  • Preparing an Excel Sheet with data, formatting, merging/splitting cells, using formulae, conditional formatting, and preparing graphs (20% of Total Marks).
  • Preparing a PowerPoint presentation with standard layouts, content, images, tables, transition effects, and animation (20% of Total Marks).

Typing speed evaluation may be mandatory for qualifying based on existing norms.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the APPSC Commission's Website.

Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.

Candidates should ensure they satisfy all terms and conditions mentioned in the Detailed Notification before applying.

Documents Required

Not specified in the official notification. Candidates should refer to the Detailed Notification for a complete list.

Important Instructions

• Candidates must read the Commission's Detailed Notification and other instructions carefully before applying.
• Enter all particulars correctly in the Online Application Form.
• Applications must be submitted only through the online mode.
• Submit applications well in advance of the last date to avoid last-minute rush.
• The date of the Detailed Notification will be considered the crucial date for all aspects.

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the APPSC Inspector of Factories recruitment?
A1: The last date to apply online is 02/11/2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are available for the Inspector of Factories post?
A2: There are 12 vacancies for the Inspector of Factories post.

Q3: What is the required educational qualification for the Inspector of Factories post?
A3: A Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering is required.

Q4: Is work experience necessary for this recruitment?
A4: Yes, a minimum of 2 years of industrial work experience in medium and large-scale manufacturing process industries is required.

Q5: How will candidates be selected?
A5: Selection will be based on a single-level written examination and a Computer Proficiency Test.

Important Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here