APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 has been notified. The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission released Notification No. 25/2026 dated 09.10.2026 for 97 posts of Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II in the AP Social Welfare, Tribal Welfare and Backward Classes Welfare Subordinate Services. Along with it, Notification No. 26/2026 offers 17 posts of Assistant Social Welfare Officer and Assistant Tribal Welfare Officer. Online applications are open from 9 to 29 October 2026.
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Important Links (Direct Official Links)
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| APPSC Notification No. 26/2026 โ ASWO/ATWO (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
All links open the official website of the recruiting organisation.
APPSC HWO and ASWO/ATWO 2026 โ Overview
| Commission | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notifications | No. 25/2026 (HWO Gr-II) and No. 26/2026 (ASWO/ATWO), both dated 09.10.2026 |
| Total vacancies | 97 (HWO) + 17 (ASWO/ATWO) = 114 |
| Selection | Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) |
| Apply online | psc.ap.gov.in |
| Last date | 29 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Age (01.07.2026) | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hostel Welfare Officer Gr-II โ AP Social Welfare | 41 (07 CF) | 18โ44 | โน37,640 โ 1,15,500 |
| Hostel Welfare Officer Gr-II โ AP Tribal Welfare | 23 (03 CF) | 18โ44 | โน37,640 โ 1,15,500 |
| Hostel Welfare Officer Gr-II โ AP BC Welfare | 33 (01 CF) | 18โ44 | โน37,640 โ 1,15,500 |
| Assistant Social Welfare Officer | 11 | 18โ44 | โน48,440 โ 1,37,220 |
| Assistant Tribal Welfare Officer | 06 | 18โ44 | โน48,440 โ 1,37,220 |
HWO posts are district-wide and ASWO/ATWO posts are zonal. Category-wise break-up is in Annexure-I of each notification. CF = carried forward.
Educational Qualification (HWO Grade-II)
- Social Welfare: Graduation with B.Ed/B.T degree
- Tribal Welfare: Graduation and Diploma in Education / Bachelor of Education
- BC Welfare: Graduation with B.Ed or equivalent
For ASWO/ATWO qualifications, see Notification No. 26/2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 09 October 2026 |
| Online application | 09 October to 29 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam (CBRT) date | To be announced |
How to Apply
- Register on psc.ap.gov.in through One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are new.
- Log in with your OTPR ID and select Notification 25/2026 (HWO) or 26/2026 (ASWO/ATWO).
- Fill the form, pay the fee and submit before 29 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
- A mock test for the CBRT is available on the APPSC website.
Key Highlights of APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026
- 97 Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II posts in 3 welfare departments
- 17 Assistant Social/Tribal Welfare Officer posts
- Age: 18 to 44 years as on 01.07.2026
- B.Ed / Diploma in Education needed for HWO posts
- Selection by online CBRT; exam date to be announced
- Last date: 29 October 2026
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 โ Important Tips
- Complete OTPR first and keep your mobile/email active.
- Check the department-wise qualification carefully before applying.
- Use the APPSC mock test to practise for the CBRT.
- Apply separately for Notification 25/2026 and 26/2026 if you are eligible for both.
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 โ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply for APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 is 29 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
How many HWO posts are there?
There are 97 Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II posts โ 41 in Social Welfare, 23 in Tribal Welfare and 33 in BC Welfare.
Is B.Ed required?
Yes. HWO posts in Social Welfare and BC Welfare need graduation with B.Ed; Tribal Welfare accepts graduation with a Diploma in Education or B.Ed.
What is the selection process?
Selection is through a Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT). The date will be announced by APPSC.
APPSC Hostel Welfare Officer 2026 โ Job Profile
A Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II manages government welfare hostels for students from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Backward Classes. Duties include looking after the hostel students, food and accommodation, discipline, records and coordination with the welfare department. It is a permanent state government post with a good pay scale and is a popular choice for B.Ed graduates in Andhra Pradesh.
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Official Notification
Download the official notice here: APPSC Notification No. 25/2026 โ Hostel Welfare Officer Grade-II (PDF)
APPSC Notification No. 26/2026 โ ASWO/ATWO (PDF)
Apply online: psc.ap.gov.in
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