APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025: Complete Guide for 10 Vacancies

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APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025:

Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the recruitment notification for 10 posts of Agriculture Officer. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking to advance their careers in the agricultural sector.

Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has issued the APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025 notification for a total of 10 posts through online applications. This recruitment was officially released on August 12, 2025, under Notification No. 09/2025

Key Highlights—APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025

Highlight
Details
Notification No. & Date
09/2025, 12 August 2025
Total Vacancies
10 (Carried Forward Vacancies)
Post & Service
Agriculture Officer, A.P. Agriculture Service
Salary Range
₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540/- (RPS 2022)
Application Window
19 August – 8 September 2025 (11:00 PM), online only
Age Limit & Relaxation
18–42 years (as on 01.07.2025); SC/ST/BC/EWS +5 yrs, PBD +10 yrs
Educational Qualification
4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (ICAR Accredited)
Exam Pattern
2 Papers (General Studies & Agriculture), 300 Qs, 450 Marks, OMR, negative marking
Selection Stages
Written Exam → Computer Proficiency Test → Certificate & Medical Verification
Zone-wise Distribution
Zone-I 8 vacancies; Zone-III 2 vacancies

This recruitment is being conducted zone-wise where Zone-I has 8 vacancies and Zone-III has 2 vacancies. This is a prestigious position in the AP Agriculture Department that provides an excellent opportunity for agriculture graduates to join government service.

The selection process for APPSC AO 2025 includes written examination along with Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). The written exam will be conducted in OMR based offline mode which also includes negative marking.

In this comprehensive guide, we will provide you complete information about APPSC Agriculture Officer eligibility criteria, syllabus, application process, and exam pattern so that you can take your preparation in the right direction.

Important Dates for APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025

  • Notification Date: August 12, 2025

  • Application Start Date: August 19, 2025

  • Last Date to Apply: September 8, 2025 (Up to 11:00 PM)

  • Application Correction: 7 days after the last date

APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Agriculture Officer post, ensure you meet all the following requirements as on 1 July 2025:

  1. Age

    • Minimum: 18 years

    • Maximum: 42 years

    • Relaxations

      • SC/ST/BC/EWS: +5 years

      • SC/ST (carried-forward) vacancies: +10 years

      • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD): +10 years

      • Ex-Servicemen: +3 years plus length of service

      • NCC Instructors & regular Andhra Pradesh government employees: as per rules

      • Retrenched State Census employees: +3 years

  2. Nationality

    • Must be a citizen of India.

    • Non-Indian nationals require prior state government sanction.

  3. Health & Character

    • Physically and mentally fit, with no defects rendering unfit for service.

    • Good moral character; no criminal history.

  4. Educational Qualification

    • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (4-year program) from a State Agriculture University or any ICAR-accredited university.

    • Distance-education degrees accepted only if recognized by the Distance Education Council.

    • If your degree is deemed equivalent, submit the government order proving equivalence within 10 days after the application deadline.

  5. Computer Proficiency

    • Must qualify the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) as prescribed by G.O. Ms. No. 26 (Feb 2023).

APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025—Exam Pattern

The selection process consists of two stages:

  1. Written Examination (Objective type, OMR-based)

  2. Computer Proficiency Test (Practical)

1. Written Examination

Paper

Subject

Questions

Duration

Maximum Marks

Paper I

General Studies & Mental Ability

150

150 min

150

Paper II

Agriculture

150

150 min

300

Total

300

300 min

450

  • Medium: Paper I in English and Telugu (English version is authoritative); Paper II in English only.

  • Syllabus Highlights:

    • Paper I: Current events, history, geography (with AP focus), polity, economy, environment, disaster management, logical reasoning, data interpretation.

    • Paper II: Agronomy, crop production (Kharif/Rabi), soil science, water management, pest management, biotechnology, agribusiness, farm economics.

2. Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)

Component

Duration

Maximum Marks

Qualifying Marks (Minimum)

Office Automation & Associated Software Practice

60 min

100

SC/ST/PBD: 30 BC: 35 OC: 40

Test Structure

  • Part A (20% of total CPT marks)
    Multiple-choice questions on basic computer concepts, operating systems, Internet, e-mail, and office software features.

  • Part B (80% of CPT marks)
    Practical tasks covering:

    1. Document creation & formatting (tables, images, mail-merge)

    2. Typing speed assessment

    3. Object insertion & layout (charts, shapes)

    4. Spreadsheet operations (data entry, formulas, charts, conditional formatting)

    5. Presentation design (slide layouts, animations, transitions)

Only candidates who qualify the Written Examination are eligible to appear for the CPT.

APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025—Exam syllabus

The written examination covers two papers. Only after qualifying on both aggregates does a candidate proceed to the Computer Proficiency Test.

Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability syllabus (Important topics)

SectionKey Topics
Current AffairsInternational, National, Andhra Pradesh events and issues
General Science & TechnologyEveryday science applications; recent advances; information technology fundamentals
History & CultureIndian history overview; social, economic, cultural aspects; Andhra Pradesh focus; freedom struggle
GeographyPhysical and economic geography of India; Andhra Pradesh physiography, climate, resources
Polity & GovernanceConstitution; public policy; administrative reforms; e-Governance initiatives
Economy & PlanningIndian economic structure; Five-Year Plans; budget and fiscal mechanisms
Environment & Disaster ManagementSustainable development; environmental protection laws; disaster mitigation; remote sensing & GIS
Logical Reasoning & Data InterpretationAnalytical reasoning; puzzles; data tables; basic statistics (mean, median, mode, variance), and chart interpretation

Paper II: Agriculture subjects (important topics)

SectionKey Topics
Agronomy PrinciplesCrop production elements: tillage, planting geometry, crop rotation; women’s role; farming systems
Field CropsKharif & Rabi cereals, pulses, oilseeds, fibre and forage crops—origins; soil & climate requirements; practices
Soil Science & ChemistrySoil formation; texture & structure; moisture regimes; CEC/AEC; organic matter; nutrient cycling; soil testing
Water ManagementIrrigation methods (surface, sprinkler, drip); scheduling; efficiency; water quality; drainage; micro-irrigation
Weed ManagementWeed biology; physical, chemical, biological control; integrated management; herbicide types & application
Plant Breeding & BiotechnologySelection, hybridization, mutation, polyploidy, tissue culture; genetic engineering, marker-assisted selection
Seed TechnologySeed classes; certification procedures; genetic purity maintenance, and Seed Act provisions
Plant Pathology & EntomologyMajor diseases & pests of crops and stored grains; IPM; beneficial organisms; pesticide safety
Organic & Sustainable AgriOrganic manures; vermicomposting; biofertilizers; green manuring; IFS models, and resource conservation
Agricultural Economics & MarketingFarm economics basics: demand & supply; price elasticity; marketing channels; warehousing; e-NAM, and futures trading

Preparation plan to help you crack the Agriculture Officer (APPSC) exam.

Step 1: Understand the Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Days 1-2)

  • Thoroughly read the syllabus for both papers:

    • Paper 1: General Studies & Mental Ability

    • Paper 2: Agriculture

  • Understand the exam pattern, marking scheme, and topics.

  • Identify your strong and weak areas to prioritize subjects accordingly.

Step 2: Collect Study Materials (Days 3-4)

  • Gather recommended books, standard agriculture textbooks, and NCERTs (Class 8 to 12).

  • Download previous year question papers and mock tests.

  • Prepare concise notes for quick revision.

Step 3: Create a Time Table (Day 5)

    • Aim for 6–8 hours of study per day.

    • Weekdays: 4–5 hours for studying, 2–3 hours for practicing MCQs and revision.

    • Weekends: Full-length mock tests and doubt clearing sessions.

    • Review your progress every two weeks and adjust your schedule if needed.

Step 4: Subject-wise Preparation Plan- General Studies & Mental Ability (Weeks 1–6)

WeekTopicsPractice & Revision
Weeks 1-2Current Affairs (including Andhra Pradesh), Polity, EconomyDaily MCQ practice + note revision
Week 3Indian History, Geography of India & Andhra PradeshLogical Reasoning, Data Analysis
Week 4Science & Technology, Environment, Disaster ManagementPractice statistics and reasoning
Weeks 5-6Mixed revision + Previous Year Papers and mock testsFull mock tests + error analysis

Step 4: Subject-wise Preparation Plan- Agriculture (Weeks 7–18)

WeekTopics
Weeks 7-8Principles of Agronomy, Introduction to Agriculture, Farming Systems
Weeks 9-10Kharif & Rabi crops, Soil Science, Crop Production
Week 11Water Management, Irrigation methods, Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management
Weeks 12-13Weed Management, Herbicides, Integrated Weed Management
Week 14Plant Breeding, Seed Technology
Week 15Plant Pathology, Entomology, Pest Management
Week 16Organic Farming, Sustainable Agriculture, Agricultural Extension
Week 17Agricultural Economics, Marketing, Trade and Price Mechanisms
Week 18Complete revision of all topics and practice of mock papers

Step 5: Computer Proficiency Test (Last 2 Weeks Before Exam)

  • Dedicate 1-2 hours daily to computer basics and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Practice typing, formatting documents, handling spreadsheets, and preparing presentations.

  • Solve previous CPT-related tasks and practice speed and accuracy.

Step 6: Revision & Mock Tests (Start 4 Weeks Before Exam)

  • Take weekly full-length mock tests covering both General Studies & Agriculture papers.

  • Revise weak topics thoroughly.

  • Keep a list of mistakes/weak areas and work on improving them.

Step 7: Final Week Strategy

  • Only revise concise notes, important formulas, data, and current affairs highlights.

  • Stay calm and maintain good sleep and nutrition.

  • Ensure all exam documents (Hall Ticket, ID) and stationary are ready.

APPSC Agriculture Officer Exam Important book list

Book Title
Author/Publisher
Availability
A Competitive Book of Agriculture
Nem Raj Sunda
Fundamentals of Agriculture (Vol. 1 & 2)
Arun Katyan
Objective Agriculture
S.R. Kantwa
Principles of Agronomy
T. Yellamanda Reddy & G.H. Sankara Reddi
Introductory Soil Science
D.K. Das
Plant Breeding: Principles and Methods
B.D. Singh
Textbook of Plant Pathology
P.D. Sharma
A Textbook of Entomology
H.S. Bhamrah
General Knowledge
Lucent's Publication
Animal husbandry
adda

APPSC Agriculture Officer Exam Important book PDF Download

Conclusion

So, this was all the detailed information about the APPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2025. This is certainly an excellent opportunity for agriculture graduates in Andhra Pradesh. With 10 vacancies and an attractive pay scale, this recruitment can give your career a fantastic start in the government sector.

 

Remember, the final date to submit your online application is

September 8, 2025. We advise you not to wait for the last day and to complete your application as soon as possible.

 

Best of luck to all eligible candidates!

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