APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada, has officially released a notification for direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (AMVI) in A.P. Transport Service. Under Notification No. 36/2026, a total of 50 vacancies have been announced across six zones of Andhra Pradesh. The APPSC Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 06 November 2026. Online applications start on 06 November 2026, and the last date to apply online is 26 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Candidates with a Degree in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering or a Diploma in Automobile Engineering, along with a driving licence with Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement and driving experience, can apply. Selection is based on a 450-mark computer based written exam and a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test, and the pay scale is Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220.
APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Department Name | A.P. Transport Service |
| Post Name | Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (AMVI) |
| Advt. No. | 36/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 50 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220/- |
| Notification Date | 06.11.2026 |
| Category | APPSC Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06.11.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 06.11.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26.11.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date | Notify Soon |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other State Candidates | Rs. 370/- (Rs. 250 Processing + Rs. 120 Exam Fee) |
| SC / ST / BC / ESM / White Card Holders / Unemployed Youth (AP) | Rs. 250/- (Processing Fee Only) |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026 is 21-36 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.07.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules (SC / ST / BC / EWS: 5 years).
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector | 50 | Degree in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering OR Diploma in Automobile Engineering + Motor Driving Licence with Heavy Transport Vehicle Endorsement + 3 Years Driving Experience |
Note: Zone-wise, the vacancies are Zone-I 8, Zone-II 8, Zone-III 9, Zone-IV 9, Zone-V 8 and Zone-VI 8. Women with only an LMV licence can apply but must get the Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement within two years of joining. There is no reservation for PwBD candidates for this post.
APPSC AMVI Physical Standards
| Category | Height | Chest (Full Inspiration) |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 165 cm | 86.3 cm + 5 cm Expansion |
| Men (SC / ST) | 160 cm | 83.8 cm + 5 cm Expansion |
| Women | 157.5 cm | 82.3 cm + 5 cm Expansion |
| Women (SC / ST) | 152.5 cm | 79.8 cm + 5 cm Expansion |
Note: Candidates must have 6/6 distance vision in each eye without glasses. Colour blindness, squint, knock knees, flat foot and similar defects lead to disqualification.
APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability (150 Questions, 150 Marks, 150 Minutes)
- Paper-II: Automobile Engineering, Diploma Standard (150 Questions, 300 Marks, 150 Minutes)
- Computer Proficiency Test (100 Marks, Qualifying)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
Note: There is 1/3 negative marking for each wrong answer. The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for OC / ESM / EWS, 35% for BC and 30% for SC / ST.
How to Apply for APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026:
- Visit psc.ap.gov.in and complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new user.
- Log in with your OTPR ID and select Notification No. 36/2026 (Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector).
- Check the details pre-filled from your OTPR profile and fill in the remaining application details.
- Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway.
- Submit the form before 26.11.2026 (11:59 PM) and download the PDF of your application.
Important Links
| APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission Official Website | APPSC |