APPSC Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer Recruitment 2025 – Complete Guide
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The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Notification No. 28/2025 dated 24th September 2025 for the recruitment of Zilla Sainik Welfare Officers (ZSWO) in the A.P. Sainik Welfare Service.
This recruitment is a golden opportunity for Ex-Servicemen from the Army, Navy, and Air Force who wish to continue serving society by supporting the welfare of ex-servicemen and their families in Andhra Pradesh.
The notification announces 07 vacancies with an attractive pay scale of ₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220. Applications will be accepted online only through the official APPSC website psc.ap.gov.in.
Key Highlights of APPSC ZSWO Notification 2025
| Feature | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post Name | Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer (ZSWO) |
| Service | A.P. Sainik Welfare Service |
| Notification No. | 28/2025 |
| Vacancies | 07 (06 carried forward + 01 fresh) |
| Pay Scale | ₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 52 years (as on 01.07.2025) |
| Application Dates | 09.10.2025 to 29.10.2025 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria (అర్హతలు)
1. Nationality
- Must be a citizen of India.
- Non-Indian citizens can apply only with prior sanction of the State Government.
2. Age Limit
- Maximum age: 52 years as on 01.07.2025.
- No candidate above this age will be considered.
3. Educational & Service Qualification
- Exclusively for Ex-Servicemen from Army, Navy, or Air Force.
- Must have retired not below the rank of Captain or equivalent.
- Should possess the minimum general educational qualification prescribed in service rules.
- Must qualify in the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) after the written exam.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
| Carried Forward | 06 |
| Fresh | 01 |
| Total | 07 |
Note: This is a state-wide post, so local reservation does not apply.
Application Process (దరఖాస్తు విధానం)
Candidates must apply online only through the APPSC website.
Steps to Apply:
- Register with OTPR (One Time Profile Registration) at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Login using OTPR ID & Password.
- Select Notification No. 28/2025 and fill in application details.
- Upload scanned photo & signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the application PDF for reference.
Application Fee:
- Processing Fee: ₹250
- Examination Fee: ₹120 (Exempted for Ex-Servicemen)
- Correction Fee (if any): ₹100 per correction (except name, fee, and age relaxation fields).
Selection Process (ఎంపిక విధానం)
The recruitment will be conducted in two stages:
- Written Examination (OMR-based)
- Objective type, SSC standard.
- Three papers: General Studies, English, and Elementary Mathematics.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
- Practical test on MS Office, Internet, and basic computer operations.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for Ex-Servicemen.
Exam Pattern (పరీక్ష పద్ధతి)
Written Examination
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Paper I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 min |
| Paper II | English | 150 | 150 | 150 min |
| Paper III | Elementary Mathematics | 150 | 150 | 150 min |
| Total | — | 450 | 450 | — |
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
| Test | Duration | Marks | Qualifying Marks |
| Office Automation & Computer Usage | 60 min | 100 | 40% |
Syllabus Overview (సిలబస్)
Paper I – General Studies & Mental Ability
- Current Affairs (India & Andhra Pradesh)
- General Science & Technology
- Indian History & Freedom Movement
- Geography of India & AP
- Indian Polity & Governance
- Economy & Planning
- Disaster Management & Environment
- Logical Reasoning & Data Analysis
Paper II – English
- Comprehension, Precis Writing
- Sentence Correction & Rearrangement
- Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms)
- Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions, Voice, Parts of Speech)
Paper III – Elementary Mathematics
- Arithmetic (Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work)
- Algebra & Trigonometry
- Geometry & Mensuration
- Statistics & Data Interpretation
CPT Syllabus
- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Internet & Email basics
- File management, formatting, and typing skills
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 24.09.2025 |
| Application Start Date | 09.10.2025 |
| Application Last Date | 29.10.2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | To be announced by APPSC |
| Hall Ticket Download | Before exam (from official website) |
Why This Post is Important (ఉద్యోగ ప్రాధాన్యం)
The Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer plays a crucial role in:
- Implementing welfare schemes for ex-servicemen and their families.
- Coordinating with government departments for resettlement and rehabilitation.
- Acting as a bridge between the state government and ex-servicemen community.
This makes the role not just a job, but a service to the nation’s veterans.
Preparation Tips
- Focus on SSC-level basics in Maths and English.
- Stay updated with current affairs of AP & India.
- Practice OMR-based mock tests to improve accuracy.
- Brush up on MS Office skills for CPT.
- Revise Army/Navy/Air Force service knowledge for better context.
Conclusion (ముగింపు)
The APPSC Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer Recruitment 2025 is a prestigious opportunity for ex-servicemen to continue contributing to society. With only 07 vacancies, competition will be tough, so candidates must prepare strategically.
For official updates, always check the APPSC website psc.ap.gov.in.
