APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission, conducts the Panchayat Secretary (Grade-IV) recruitment exam to fill up vacancies in the AP Panchayat Raj Subordinate Service (Group III) on a yearly basis. The official notification releases through the website of the Commission i.e. psc.ap.gov.in. One must be within the specified age limit and have a Graduate degree to apply for APPSC Panchayat Secretary 2020 recruitment. Get the complete details of the APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 recruitment here on this page.
Latest: The official notice of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 is tentatively releasing in December 2020 through the official website.
APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
The APPSC Panchayat Secretary recruitment exam is conducted for recruitment into the AP Panchayat Raj Subordinate Service. It is a general recruitment program for Group – III services. Candidates are selected through an online exam and a final interview. However, a screening test can be conducted in cases when the number of applicants crosses the 25000 mark. Check out the schedule of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 here below.
| Important Event | Tentative Date |
| Start of online application | Dec 2020 |
| Last date to apply online | Jan 2021 |
| Date of Screening test | Apr 2021 |
| Date of Main Examination | Aug 2021 |
| Availability of Hall ticket | Jul 2021 |
| Final Answer Key | To be announced |
| Main Exam Result | To be announced |
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Eligibility Criteria Of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
Applicant must possess the qualifications as detailed in the official notice or equivalent thereto, as per the specifications in the relevant service rules. The complete eligibility criteria in terms of the educational qualification and age limitations can be checked below.
Age Limit
- Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years old
- Candidates must not be more than 42 years old.
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed the Degree from any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, State Act, or a Provincial Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission.
Application Process Of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
The application process is conducted online through the online application form as released by the Commission. The same must be filled up and submitted online as per the schedule before the last date and with the payment of the application fee. Candidates can know about the application process here below.
How to Apply
Application form for APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 can be filled online at the official website only. Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete the process of the application form. The following instructions can be followed.
- Go to the APPSC website
- Click on One Time Profile Registration
- Generate username and password and use these to log in after registration
- Make the payment of the application fee
- Fill up the APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 application form online
- Upload photo and signature
- Make a final submission.
Application Fee
An application fee as specified by the Commission must be deposited as per the official notice. The fee consist of a mandatory application charge and an exam fee. The exemption as applicable can be checked from below.
| Category | Application | Exam |
| General | Rs 250 | Rs 80 |
| SC/ST/BC/PH/ESM | Rs 250 | Exempted |
| Household supply white card | Rs 250 | Exempted |
| Unemployed youth | Rs 250 | Exempted |
Note: Fee payment must be done at first to proceed to fill-up the form. The application fee for APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 can be deposited using any of the available modes i.e. debit/credit card or net banking.
Exam Pattern of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
In case a screening test is conducted, it consist of two parts namely Part A & B. The main exam consist of two papers. The complete exam pattern can be checked from below.
Exam pattern of screening test
- Language: English
- Exam mode: Offline
- Type of questions: MCQ
- Number of questions: 75
- Sections: Part A & B
Exam pattern of main exam
- Language: English
- Exam mode: Online
- Type of questions: MCQ
- Number of questions: 150 per paper
- Sections: Paper 1 & 2
Check out the distribution of marks below
Syllabus of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
The complete syllabus of the APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 exam is notified through the official notification. It consists of the indicative subjects/topics based on which the screening test and the main exam are conducted. Candidates can check the syllabus of both stages of the exam below.
Screening Test Syllabus
- Current affairs- international, national and regional.
- Basics of General Science and their relevance to the day to day life. Current developments in science, technology and information technology
- History of Modern India with emphasis upon Indian national movement.
- Economic development in India since independence.
- Logical reasoning, analytical ability and data interpretation.
- over view of Indian Constitution.
- Bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and its Administrative, Economic, Social, Cultural, Political, and legal implications/problems.
- Evolution of Panchayat Raj system in India including Constitutional amendments and reports of Various Committees.
- Evolution of Panchayat Raj system in Andhra Pradesh
- Key Schemes of Panchayat Raj Department of A.P
- Rural Economy of Andhra Pradesh: Agriculture, Small scale Industries Rural artisans.
- Rural Credit Scenario of Andhra Pradesh: Role of Banks, co-operatives and Micro finance.
- Women Empowerment and Economic development through Self Help Groups.
Main Computer Based Test Syllabus
Paper I : General Studies and Mental Ability
- Events of national and international importance.
- Current affairs- international, national and regional.
- Basics of General Science and their relevance to the day to day life. Current developments in science, technology and information technology.
- History of Modern India with emphasis upon Indian national movement.
- Economic development in India since independence.
- Logical reasoning, analytical ability and data interpretation.
- Basic things about Disaster management (CBSE-VIII & IX Standard).
- Geography of India with focus on A.P
- Over view of Indian Constitution.
- Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection.
- Bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and its Administrative, Economic, Social, Cultural, Political, and legal implications/problems, including:
- Loss of capital city, challenges in building new capital and it’s financial implications.
- Division and rebuilding of common Institutions.
- Division of employees, their relocation and nativity issues.
- Effect of bifurcation on commerce and entrepreneurs.
- Implications to financial resources of state government.
- Task of post-bifurcation infrastructure development and opportunities for investments.
- Socioeconomic, cultural and demographic impact of bifurcation.
- Impact of bifurcation on river water sharing and consequential issues.
- AP REORGANISATION ACT, 2014 on AP and the arbitrariness of certain provisions.
Paper II: Rural Development and Problems in Rural Areas with special reference to Andhra Pradesh.
- Evolution of the Panchayat Raj system in India including Constitutional amendments and reports of Various Committees.
- Evolution of Panchayat Raj system in Andhra Pradesh
- Roles and responsibilities of Panchayat Secretary
- Rural Sociology: History and Evolution of schemes catering to the upliftment of Rural Poor
- Flagship Rural Development schemes of Rural Development Department of Government of India and Andhra Pradesh
- Key Schemes of Panchayat Raj Department of A.P
- Rural Economy of Andhra Pradesh: Agriculture, Small scale Industries, Rural artisans
- Rural Credit Scenario of Andhra Pradesh: Role of Banks, co-operatives and Micro Finance
- Community-Based Organizations and convergence of Welfare Schemes
- Women Empowerment and Economic development through Self Help Groups
- Revenue and Expenditure Management of Local Bodies
- Accounting and administering funds received under various schemes
Preparation Tips For APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
Considering the vastness of the syllabus of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 exam, it is advisable to adopt a robust study strategy and complete the syllabus in time. Candidates can follow the below-mentioned useful preparation strategy to excel in the exam.
1: Use proper study time table to plan your preparations. Ensure that all subjects are covered and that each subject is allocated a particular schedule.
2: Refer to previous year papers increase the chances of getting some commonly repeated questions in the exam. It can also increase the acquaintance with the exam pattern.
3: Candidates must be well versed with the approach to solving the question paper. This can be achieved by solving mock tests.
4: Make short notes of whatever important items studied to ensure that it can be used as revision notes during the last few days.
5: Clear basic concepts from the subjects first and then move on to prepare from previous year papers and mock tests.
Admit Card For APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
The Commission issues admit cards to individual applicants in order to certify their provisional eligibility. It is released through the official website of the Commission at the official website only. As such, candidates must check the website regularly during the tentative date to check when released.
Candidates are advised to keep their login credentials ready as these are necessary to login to download the admit card for APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020.
The admit card consist of the candidate detail, the exam detail, and instructions for the candidate. It is mandatory to produce the admit card to enter the exam hall for APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020. One must ensure that the information printed in the admit card matches the information furnished in the application form.
Selection Stages of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
The APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 has three stages. Candidates must pass through each stage to qualify for the next. Finally selected candidates are offered appointments through document verification. Check out the main stages of selection here below.
Screening test – The screening test is conducted in offline mode. It is conducted only when the number of applicants may surpass 25000. It is only qualifying in nature and the marks are not considered for final selection.
Main exam – The main exam is conducted in online mode. It consist of two papers. Candidates must pass in both the papers and secure marks above the cut offs to get selected for the next stage.
Final interview – The final interview stage is conducted with those candidates who qualify in the main exam. A document verification round is also staged in this phase where the original documents are checked and verified.
Answer Key Of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
The Commission publishes on the official website, the answer keys of the APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 exam, after the conduct of the examination. Any objections with regard to the key must be filed within one week of the publication of the key on the website of the Commission.
The objections if any would be examined and the decision of the Commission in this regard shall be final. Any objection filed after the expiry of one week from the date of publication of the key would not be entertained. The final answer keys are released thereafter and the results are based on the final answer keys only.
Result Of APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020
The Commission releases the results of the APPSC Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2020 examination through the official APPSC website only. The result consists of the shortlisted candidates for the next stage of the selection process. After the declaration of the final result, candidates have appointed to the posts as indicated in the official notice.
Reservation
Reservation to the Local candidates is applicable as provided in the Rules and as amended from time to time as in force on the date of notification. The candidates claiming reservation as Local candidates should obtain the required Study Certificate(s) (from IV Class to X Class or SSC) OR Residence Certificate in the proforma only for those candidates who have not studied in any Educational Institutions as the case may be. The relevant certificates with authorized signature shall be produced as and when required.
Disclaimer: Information presented on this page is as per the previous iteration of the exam. Check this page regularly to get the latest updated information as released by the Commission.
About APPSC
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission, generally referred to by the acronym APPSC is the state level public service commission in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Besides conducting the prestigious state level recruitment for the Civil Services, the APPSC is entrusted with other tasks as well. The APPSC is entrusted to conduct other recruitment as directed by the state government from time to time. In addition, it serves as an advisory to the state in various matters of recruitment.
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