APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 37 Record Assistant, Office Subordinate & More Posts
The Andhra Pradesh Special Police (APSP) 4th (IR) Battalion, Rajamahendravaram has released Notification No. 01/2026 on 24 August 2026 on the official website of the East Godavari District Administration. A total of 37 vacancies have been announced for Record Assistant, Office Subordinate, Sweeper, Scavenger, Cook, Dhobi and Barber posts on an outsourcing basis.
Candidates aged 18 to 42 years who have the required educational qualification ranging from 7th Class/Read & Write to Intermediate, depending on the post are eligible to apply. The application process will begin on 27 August 2026 at 10:00 AM and candidates must submit their completed applications by 05 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Candidates can download the official notification and application form and check the complete recruitment details, including vacancy-wise eligibility, selection process, documents required, and submission address, through the direct links provided below in this article.
- Notification PDF For APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026
- Application PDF For APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026
- Official Website
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Number | 01/2026 |
| Notification Date | 24.08.2026 |
| Recruiting Body | 4th (IR) Bn, APSP, Rajamahendravaram (AP Police Department) |
| Posts | Record Assistant, Office Subordinate, Sweeper, Scavenger, Cook, Dhobi, Barber |
| Total Vacancies | 37 |
| Basis of Appointment | Outsourcing basis |
| Application Mode | Form available on East Godavari District website; submission in person or by post |
| Job Location | Rajamahendravaram, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh |
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 24.08.2026 |
| Application Form Available From | 27.08.2026, 10:00 AM |
| Application Form Available Till | 05.09.2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Submit Filled Application | 05.09.2026, 5:00 PM |
| Cut-off Date for Reckoning Maximum Age | 01.07.2026 |
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 37 vacancies are being filled across seven posts. The post-wise vacancy break-up is given below.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Record Assistant | 01 |
| 2 | Office Subordinate | 01 |
| 3 | Sweeper | 09 |
| 4 | Scavenger | 03 |
| 5 | Cook | 14 |
| 6 | Dhobi | 05 |
| 7 | Barber | 04 |
| Total | 37 | |
Reservation points for each post (Open Competition, SC, ST, BC-A, BC-B, BC-C and EWS) are provided in the official notification and will be applied as per Rule 22 of the AP State and Subordinate Services Rules and related Government Orders in force.
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria and Qualification
Educational qualification requirements are different for each post, as listed below.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Record Assistant | Intermediate |
| Office Subordinate | SSC or its equivalent examination from a recognised Board |
| Sweeper | 7th Class / Read & Write |
| Scavenger | 7th Class / Read & Write |
| Cook | 7th Class / Read & Write, along with professional skill |
| Dhobi | 7th Class / Read & Write, along with professional skill |
| Barber | 7th Class / Read & Write, along with professional skill |
Additional eligibility conditions applicable to all posts:
- The candidate must be of sound health and free from bodily defects or infirmities that would render them unfit for the service.
- The candidate's character and antecedents must qualify them for the service.
- The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- A person in a bigamous marriage is not eligible for appointment.
- A person dismissed from a State or Central Government service, or from an undertaking of the Central/State Government or local/other authorities, is not eligible.
- A person convicted by a Court of Law for an offence involving moral turpitude is not eligible.
- Only candidates who studied in the erstwhile East Godavari District (Class IV to X, as per the Presidential Order) will be treated as Local Candidates; all others will be treated as Non-Local Candidates.
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 42 years |
| Age Relaxation (SC/ST/BC/EWS) | 5 years (maximum age up to 47 years) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01.07.2026 |
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Salary
All seven posts - Record Assistant, Office Subordinate, Sweeper, Scavenger, Cook, Dhobi and Barber - carry a monthly remuneration of Rs. 15,000/-, as this is an outsourcing basis appointment.
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection procedure is different for the office-based posts (Record Assistant, Office Subordinate) and the skill-based posts (Sweeper, Scavenger, Cook, Dhobi, Barber).
Record Assistant - Selection Process (Total: 100 Marks)
| Stage | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I - Written Test | 55 | 60 Minutes |
| Paper II - Computer Practical Test | 20 | 30 Minutes |
| Interview | 25 | - |
The Written Test (up to AP SSC/10th Class standard) covers Telugu Language (10 marks), English Language (10 marks), General Knowledge (15 marks), Mathematics (10 marks) and Social Studies (10 marks). The Computer Practical Test covers practical knowledge of MS Office. The Interview assesses communication skills, general awareness, aptitude for office work, personality, attitude and suitability for the post.
Office Subordinate - Selection Process (Total: 100 Marks)
| Stage | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test | 75 | 90 Minutes |
| Interview | 25 | - |
The Written Test (up to AP SSC/10th Class standard) covers Telugu Language (15 marks), English Language (15 marks), General Knowledge (15 marks), Mathematics (15 marks) and Social Studies (15 marks). The Interview assesses communication skills, general awareness, aptitude for office work, personality, attitude and suitability for the post.
Cook, Dhobi, Barber, Sweeper and Scavenger - Selection Process (Total: 100 Marks each)
| Stage | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Read & Write Test | 15 | 15 Minutes |
| Skill Test | 60 | Cook & Sweeper & Scavenger: 45-90 Minutes (varies by post); Dhobi & Barber: 45 Minutes |
| Interview | 25 | 15 Minutes |
Cook Skill Test (60 Marks, 90 Minutes)
| Item | Marks |
|---|---|
| Preparation of Breakfast (Tiffin Item) | 10 |
| Preparation of Meal Items | 15 |
| Taste, Quality and Presentation of Food | 10 |
| Knowledge of Ingredients and Cooking Methods | 10 |
| Kitchen Hygiene and Food Safety Practices | 5 |
| Use and Maintenance of Kitchen Equipment | 5 |
| Time Management and Work Efficiency | 5 |
Dhobi Skill Test (60 Marks, 45 Minutes)
| Item | Marks |
|---|---|
| Washing of Clothes | 20 |
| Stain Removal Techniques | 10 |
| Ironing, Pressing and Arrangement of Clothes | 15 |
| Knowledge of Fabric Care & Detergents | 5 |
| Safe Handling of Laundry Equipment | 5 |
| Hygiene, Cleanliness & Time Management | 5 |
Barber Skill Test (60 Marks, 45 Minutes)
| Item | Marks |
|---|---|
| Hair Cutting (Uniform/Standard Hair Cut) | 25 |
| Beard Shaving & Trimming | 15 |
| Time Management & Customer Handling | 10 |
| Use and Maintenance of Barber Tools & Equipment | 5 |
| Hygiene, Cleanliness & Safety Practices | 5 |
Sweeper Skill Test (60 Marks, 45 Minutes)
| Item | Marks |
|---|---|
| Sweeping of Office Premises, Corridors and Surroundings | 20 |
| Mopping and Cleaning of Floors | 10 |
| Collection, Segregation and Disposal of Waste | 10 |
| Proper Use and Maintenance of Cleaning Equipment | 10 |
| Work Efficiency, Cleanliness, Hygiene and Time Management | 10 |
Scavenger Skill Test (60 Marks, 45 Minutes)
| Item | Marks |
|---|---|
| Cleaning and Sanitisation of Toilets, Washrooms and Urinals | 30 |
| Safe Handling and Disposal of Sanitary Waste | 10 |
| Proper Use of Disinfectants, Cleaning Agents and Equipment | 10 |
| Work Efficiency, Quality of Cleaning and Time Management | 10 |
For all posts, candidates will be shortlisted for interview in the ratio of 1:5 against the number of vacancies, based on merit in the written/skill test, though the Selection Committee may change this ratio if necessary. The final merit list will be prepared based on total marks secured across all stages.
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Documents Required
The following self-attested documents (attested by a Gazetted Officer) must be enclosed with the filled-in application:
- Filled-in application form with a latest passport-size photo affixed
- Attested copy of the SSC (or equivalent) marks memo
- Attested copies of marks memos of all years of the qualifying examination
- Pass certificate(s) of the qualification prescribed for the post concerned
- Proof of appearance for the qualifying examination, wherever applicable
- Attested copy of the provisional/permanent qualification certificate
- Attested copy of the permanent registration certificate of the respective Council/Board
- Attested copy of the latest caste certificate (for BC/SC/ST candidates)
- Attested copy of the latest EWS certificate (for OC candidates claiming EWS)
- Attested copies of study certificates from Class IV to X, as applicable to the post
- Attested copy of experience certificate (if applicable)
- Attested copy of Aadhaar certificate (mandatory)
If the caste/EWS certificate is not enclosed, the candidate will be treated under the Open Category. If study certificates are not enclosed, the candidate will be treated as Non-Local. If any required self-attested copy is missing, the application will be summarily rejected.
How to Apply for APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026
Candidates should follow the steps below to apply for the APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026:
- Download the application form from the East Godavari District website (eastgodavari.ap.gov.in), available from 10:00 AM on 27.08.2026 to 5:00 PM on 05.09.2026.
- Fill in the application form completely and affix a latest passport-size photograph.
- Attach all required self-attested documents, attested by a Gazetted Officer.
- Ensure Aadhaar details and a working mobile number/email ID are furnished, as these are mandatory.
- Submit the filled-in application in person, or send it by post, to: The Commandant, 4th IR Battalion, APSP, Besides 42 Bn CRPF, A.V. Apparao Road, Lalacheruvu, Rajamahendravaram, East Godavari District - 533106.
- Ensure the application reaches the above address before 5:00 PM on 05.09.2026, the last date for submission.
Note: Based on the notification, this recruitment does not use an online "Apply Online" portal for submission - the form is downloaded from the district website and submitted physically or by post.
APSP Rajamahendravaram Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- This recruitment is restricted to candidates who studied in the erstwhile East Godavari District only, based on Class IV to X study certificates as per the Presidential Order.
- Selection is on an outsourcing basis; selected candidates will not be regarded as members of the regular service and will not have any preferential right to any other Government appointment. Their engagement may be terminated at any time for administrative reasons.
- Married women employees on outsourcing basis are eligible for 180 days of paid maternity leave for the first two deliveries, as per G.O.Ms. No. 17, Finance (HR-I&Plg-Policy) Department, dated 31.01.2019.
- Candidates who fail to appear for the Written Examination, Skill Test or Interview for any reason will be marked absent and awarded zero marks for that stage.
- No private practice is allowed during the period of employment, and staff must stay at their Bonafide Headquarters and be available 24 hours on call during emergencies.
- Furnishing incorrect information, suppressing facts, or making false declarations regarding eligibility can lead to summary rejection and debarment from this and future recruitments.
- The decision of the Department/District Selection Committee at all stages, including selection and rejection of candidature, is final and binding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is APSP 4th IR Bn Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment notification (No. 01/2026, dated 24.08.2026) issued by the 4th (IR) Battalion, Andhra Pradesh Special Police (APSP), Rajamahendravaram, for filling Record Assistant, Office Subordinate, Sweeper, Scavenger, Cook, Dhobi and Barber posts on an outsourcing basis.
How many vacancies are available in APSP 4th IR Bn Recruitment 2026?
A total of 37 vacancies are available across 7 posts: Record Assistant (1), Office Subordinate (1), Sweeper (9), Scavenger (3), Cook (14), Dhobi (5) and Barber (4).
What is the last date to apply for APSP 4th IR Bn Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the filled-in application is 05.09.2026, up to 5:00 PM.
What is the educational qualification for APSP 4th IR Bn Recruitment 2026?
Qualification varies by post: Intermediate for Record Assistant, SSC or equivalent for Office Subordinate, and 7th Class/Read & Write (with professional skill for Cook, Dhobi and Barber) for the remaining posts.
What is the age limit for APSP 4th IR Bn Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 42 years of age, reckoned as on 01.07.2026, with a 5-year age relaxation (up to 47 years) for SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates.
How can I apply for APSP 4th IR Bn Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must download the application form from the East Godavari District website, fill it, attach the required documents, and submit it in person or by post to the Commandant, 4th IR Battalion, APSP, Rajamahendravaram, before the last date.