APPSC has issued Notification No. 34/2026 for direct recruitment to one Lab Assistant post in the A.P. Mining Subordinate Service. The online application window opened on 6 November 2026 and closes on 26 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
The notification prescribes a B.Sc. degree with Chemistry. Since this recruitment has only one notified vacancy, candidates should carefully check the reservation and vacancy annexure and confirm that they meet every condition before applying.
APPSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026: overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Notification number | 34/2026 |
| Post | Lab Assistant |
| Service | A.P. Mining Subordinate Service |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application dates | 6–26 November 2026 |
| Last date | 26 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Pay scale | ₹35,570–₹1,09,910 |
| Qualification | B.Sc. with Chemistry |
| Age reckoning date | 1 July 2026 |
| Official website | APPSC |
Vacancy details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Lab Assistant – A.P. Mining Subordinate Service | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
Educational qualification
Candidates must possess a B.Sc. degree with Chemistry from a university established or recognised under the conditions stated in the APPSC notification. The required qualification must be held by the crucial date specified in the detailed notification.
A general science degree without Chemistry should not be assumed to meet the requirement. Check the exact degree wording and equivalent-qualification clause in the official document.
Age limit
The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026. Category-wise relaxations for eligible candidates are governed by the detailed notification and applicable Andhra Pradesh service rules.
Salary
The notified pay scale is ₹35,570–₹1,09,910. Other allowances and service conditions are governed by the applicable state rules.
Application fee
The notified fee is ₹250 as the application processing fee plus ₹80 as the examination fee. Eligible categories may be exempt from the examination-fee component under the detailed notification. The processing fee remains payable. Confirm your category-specific amount on the official payment screen; fees are non-refundable.
Selection process
APPSC will conduct the written examination in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. Candidates shortlisted through the written test must also meet the qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) requirement prescribed in the notification. The examination date will be announced separately.
How to apply
- Open the APPSC official website.
- Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new applicant.
- Log in with your OTPR ID.
- Select Lab Assistant – Notification No. 34/2026.
- Verify the Chemistry qualification and age conditions.
- Fill in the online application and upload the requested documents.
- Pay the applicable fee and submit the form.
- Save the acknowledgement and payment receipt.
OTPR registration is only a profile registration; it is not the completed recruitment application.
Important links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply online | APPSC portal |
| Detailed notification | APPSC recruitment notifications |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Frequently asked questions
Is there only one Lab Assistant vacancy?
Yes. The notified vacancy count is one.
Is B.Sc. Chemistry compulsory?
The notification specifies a B.Sc. degree with Chemistry. Check the detailed eligibility clause for accepted equivalents.
What is the application deadline?
26 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
This summary is based on APPSC Notification No. 34/2026. The detailed notification and corrigenda take precedence, especially for age, fee, reservation and selection details.
