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APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) Recruitment 2025
The Andhra Pradesh Public
Service Commission (APPSC) Recruitment 2025 for 100 posts of Forest Section
Officer
(FSO). Candidates with B.Sc/
B.Tech Can Apply Online. The online application opens on
28-07-2025, and closes on 17-08-2025. The candidate shall apply online through
APPSC website, psc.ap.gov.in
APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO)
Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF Download
The APPSC Forest Section
Officer
(FSO) Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF has been
released on 22-07-2025 at psc.ap.gov.in. Check the complete job details,
vacancy, age limit, application fee, selection process and how to apply from
the article.
Name of the Post: APPSC
Forest Section Officer (FSO)
Online Form 2025
Post Date: 23-07-2025
Total Vacancy: 100
Brief Information: The Andhra
Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced a notification for the
recruitment of Forest Section Officer (FSO) Vacancy. Eligible Candidates who are interested in
the vacancy details & completed all eligibility criteria can read the
notification & Apply.
APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO)
Recruitment 2025 Notification Overview
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially released a recruitment notification for Forest Section Officer (FSO). For all details regarding the recruitment process, eligibility, and application procedure, refer to the official notification. Eligible candidates can download it from the link below.
Andhra
Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
Forest Section Officer (FSO) Vacancy 2025 |
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Vacancy
Details: |
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Post Name: |
Qualification: |
No. of Posts: |
Forest Section Officer (FSO) in A.P. Forest
Subordinate Service |
B.Sc
Botany (or) B.Sc Zoology (or) B.Sc Physics (or) B.Sc
Chemistry (or) B.Sc
Mathematics (or) B.Sc
Statistics (or) B.Sc
Forestry (or) B.Sc
Agriculture (or) B.Sc
Horticulture (or) B.Sc
Geology (or) B.E/B.Tech
Civil Engineering (or) B.E/B.Tech
Mechanical Engineering (or) B.E/
B.Tech Chemical Engineering |
100 |
Basic
Pay & Recruitment Method Details: |
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Post Name: |
Basic Pay: |
Recruitment Method: Permanent/ Contract Basis/ Outsourcing: |
Forest Section Officer (FSO) in A.P. Forest
Subordinate Service |
Rs. 32,670 – 1,01,970/- |
Regular.
Permanent |
Age
Limit & Application Fee Details: |
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Post Name: |
Age Limit: |
Application Fee: |
Forest Section Officer (FSO) in A.P. Forest
Subordinate Service |
Maximum
Age for General/UR: 30 years Maximum
Age for OBC: 33 years Maximum
Age for SC/ST: 35 years Maximum
Age for Physically Handicapped: 40 years |
For SC, ST, BC & Ex-Servicemen: Nil
For all Other General Candidates: Rs. 250/- (Rupees
two hundred and fifty only) Plus Examination fee Rs 80/- (Rupees Eighty only) |
Selection Process: |
APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) Selection Process: Candidates will be selected based on Screening
Examination, Mains Examination. Both the Screening and Main Examination will be objective
type and held in Offline (OMR based) mode. APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO)
Screening test will be held on 07/09/2025 A.N. The dates for APPSC Forest
Section Officer (FSO) Main Examination will be announced separately. |
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How to Apply: |
1. Interested candidates may visit the
official website: https://portal-psc.ap.gov.in/Default
2. On the official website, please check for
current vacancies. 3. Click on the required notification and
check the official notification. 4. Eligible candidates can fill out the
online application with the required documents. 5. After registering online, the candidates
are advised to take a printout for future reference. 6. Eligible candidates can apply through the
official link which is given below in the Apply Online section. |
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Important
Dates:
Starting Date for Apply
Online: 28-07-2025 Last Date for Apply Online: 17-08-2025 |
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Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply |
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Important
Links |
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APPSC
Forest Section Officer (FSO) Official Notification: |
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APPSC
Forest Section Officer (FSO) Apply Online: |
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APPSC
Forest Section Officer (FSO) Syllabus: |
Click
here |
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APPSC
Forest Section Officer Exam Pattern: |
Click
here |
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Website: |
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Q1. When was the APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) Notification 2025 released?
Ans. The official notification was released on 22nd July 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) 2025?
Ans. There are a total of 100 Forest Section Officer posts.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) Recruitment 2025?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 14th August 2025.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required for APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) 2025?
Ans. A Bachelor’s Degree in Science (B.Sc), Agriculture, Forestry, or Engineering (B.E/B.Tech).
Q5. What is the selection process for Forest Section
Officer in APPSC?
Ans. Written exam, physical measurement & walking test, and document
verification.
Q6. What is the application fee for APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) Exam 2025?
Ans. ₹370 for General/OBC/Other States; ₹250 for SC/ST/BC/Ex-S/PwBD.
Q7. What is the exam pattern for APPSC Forest Section Officer (FSO) 2025?
Ans. Two papers of 150 marks each – General Studies and Science-related
subjects.
Q8. What is the Forest Section Officer salary in AP?
The AP Forest Section Officer salary ranges from ₹21,230 to
₹63,010, but with allowances, the in-hand salary is typically ₹34,000 to
₹49,000 per month. This varies based on factors like location and experience.
Q9. How much does a Forest Section Officer earn in
Telangana?
In Telangana, a Forest Section Officer's monthly salary is around ₹51,320 to ₹1,27,310, but after deductions the take-home pay is usually ₹48,000 to ₹65,000. This depends on experience and location.
Q10. What allowances do AP Forest Section Officers get?
Besides the basic salary, AP FSOs receive allowances like
conveyance, halting allowance, medical aid, and other benefits provided by the
state government. The exact amounts vary.
Q11. Can I get promoted after becoming an Forest Section Officer (FSO)?
Yes, FSOs can be promoted to higher positions like Forest
Range Officer, Assistant Conservator of Forests, and more, based on
performance, experience, and availability of positions.
Q12. How does the Forest Section Officer (FSO) salary in AP compare to Telangana?
Telangana FSOs generally have a higher take-home salary due to higher starting pay and HRA, particularly in urban areas. However, career growth opportunities are similar in both states.
Q13. What is the job profile of a Forest Section Officer?
FSOs protect and manage forest resources, prevent illegal
activities, enforce laws, conduct field inspections, manage plantations, and
work with local communities on sustainable practices.
Q14. Is it possible to become an IFoS officer from Forest Section Officer (FSO)?
While not automatic, after many years of service and
reaching a senior level (like ACF/DCF), an FSO might be promoted to the Indian
Forest Service based on merit and availability.