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Key Facts: APPSC AO Exam
450
Total Marks (Paper I: 150, Paper II: 300)
APPSC Notification
300 min
Total Duration (150 min per paper)
APPSC Exam Schedule
1/3
Negative Marking Penalty
APPSC Marking Scheme
₹370
Application Fee (General Category)
APPSC Fee Structure
40/35/30
Qualifying % (OC / BC / SC-ST)
APPSC Qualifying Rules
4-year Degree
Minimum Qualification (B.Sc. Agriculture/Horticulture)
APPSC Eligibility Criteria
The APPSC Agriculture Officer exam has two papers: Paper I (General Studies & Mental Ability - 150 marks) and Paper II (Agriculture - 300 marks) with a total of 450 marks in 300 minutes. The application fee is ₹370 (exemptions apply) and the minimum qualifying score is 40% for OCs, 35% for BCs, and 30% for SCs/STs.
Sample APPSC AO Practice Questions
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1Which of the following institutions was established by the Andhra Pradesh government to serve as a one-stop-shop for farmers, providing services from soil testing to marketing?
2Under the YSR Rythu Bharosa-PM Kisan scheme, what is the total annual financial assistance provided to eligible farmer families in Andhra Pradesh?
3Which river is often referred to as the 'Dakshin Ganga' and is the longest river flowing through Andhra Pradesh?
4The Kuchipudi classical dance form, which originated in Andhra Pradesh, gets its name from a village in which district of the state?
5Which of the following ports in Andhra Pradesh is being developed as a major greenfield deep-water port to boost the state's maritime trade?
6Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Governor of a State to promulgate ordinances when the state legislature is not in session?
7Which plant hormone is primarily responsible for fruit ripening and is commercially used in gaseous form?
8Which lake, located on the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, is the second largest brackish water lake in India?
9Under whose leadership did the famous Ryotwari system of land revenue get introduced in the Madras Presidency during the British rule?
10Which district of Andhra Pradesh is famous for the Mangrove forests of Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary?
About the APPSC AO Exam
The APPSC Agriculture Officer recruitment exam is a state-level competitive examination conducted by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) to select Agriculture Officers in the AP Agricultural Service. The examination evaluates candidates in two papers: Paper I (General Studies & Mental Ability) and Paper II (Agriculture subject). In addition, selected candidates must clear a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) to demonstrate proficiency in basic MS Office applications. The post is a highly sought-after Group-B state government position.
Questions
300 scored questions
Time Limit
5 hours (300 minutes)
Passing Score
40% for OCs, 35% for BCs, and 30% for SCs/STs
Exam Fee
₹370 (Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC))
APPSC AO Exam Content Outline
Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability
Covers current affairs, history & geography of India and AP, Indian constitution, social justice, environmental studies, logical reasoning, and basic mental ability.
Paper II: Agriculture
Covers Agronomy, Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Seeds/Genetics, and Agricultural Extension.
How to Pass the APPSC AO Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 40% for OCs, 35% for BCs, and 30% for SCs/STs
- Exam length: 300 questions
- Time limit: 5 hours (300 minutes)
- Exam fee: ₹370
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- Complete 500+ practice questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the APPSC Agriculture Officer exam pattern?
The written exam consists of two papers: Paper I (General Studies & Mental Ability) with 150 questions for 150 marks, and Paper II (Agriculture core subject) with 150 questions for 300 marks. The total duration is 300 minutes (150 minutes per paper), with a total of 450 marks. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer.
What is the application fee for APPSC Agriculture Officer?
The application fee is ₹370 (which includes a ₹250 processing fee and a ₹120 examination fee). Candidates belonging to SC, ST, BC, PH, and Ex-Servicemen categories, as well as families holding a white ration card in Andhra Pradesh, are exempt from paying the ₹120 examination fee, meaning they only pay ₹250.
What are the minimum qualifying marks for the APPSC AO exam?
To be considered for selection, candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in the written exam: 40% for Open Competition (OCs) and EWS, 35% for Backward Classes (BCs), and 30% for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Physically Handicapped (PH) categories.
Is there a computer proficiency test for APPSC AO?
Yes, candidates who are shortlisted based on written exam scores must qualify in the mandatory Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) to be eligible for final appointment. The CPT is qualifying in nature and tests basic knowledge of computers, MS Office, and internet usage.
What is the educational qualification required for APPSC AO?
Candidates must possess a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Ag) or B.Sc. (Horticulture) from a recognized State Agriculture University or an institution accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).