AP Vidyut AEE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 630 Assistant Executive Engineer Posts

The five Andhra Pradesh power sector utilities - APTRANSCO, APEPDCL, APCPDCL, APSPDCL, and APGENCO - have jointly released the AP Power Sector AEE Recruitment 2026 notification on 25 June 2026 for a combined total of 630 vacancies of Assistant Executive Engineer across Electrical, Civil, Telecom, Mechanical, and Electronics disciplines. Engineering graduates aged 18 to 42 years can submit a single online application from 30 June 2026 (10:00 AM) to 20 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) at apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in. The application fee is ₹1,000 for all categories. Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹75,000 during the two-year probation period, after which the regular RPS-2022 pay scale applies.

This is a Common Recruitment Examination - one application covers all five utilities. Candidates indicate their preference for utility and zone at the time of application, and allotment is done based on merit, reservation, and preferences. The Computer Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled from 22 to 29 August 2026, with the merit list expected in the last week of September 2026.

AP Power Sector AEE Notification 2026 – PDF Download Links

All five AP Power Utility AEE Recruitment 2026 official notification PDFs were released on 25 June 2026. Each notification PDF contains the complete vacancy tables, community-wise breakdowns, exam syllabus, pay scale, bond conditions, and the step-by-step application process. Candidates must download and read the relevant notification PDF for their preferred utility before applying. A User Guide for the online application process is also available on each utility's website from 25 June 2026.

Common Recruitment Portal (active from 30 June 2026): apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in

AP Power Sector AEE Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary

AP Power Sector AEE Vacancy 2026 – Utility-wise & Post-wise Breakdown

The AP Power Sector AEE Bharti 2026 covers 630 total vacancies across all five utilities. APTRANSCO leads with 200 posts, followed by APEPDCL and APSPDCL with 135 each, APGENCO with 100, and APCPDCL with 60. Candidates apply once and exercise preferences for the utility and zone at the time of application.

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Discipline-wise Combined Vacancy Summary

All vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease based on administrative requirements. APGENCO conducts a separate examination for Mechanical and Electronics branches; all other disciplines are covered under the Common Recruitment Examination.

Note on Common vs. Separate Exam: For Electrical and Civil branches, a single Common Recruitment Examination is conducted jointly for all five utilities. For APGENCO's Mechanical and Electronics branches, a separate exam is held exclusively by APGENCO. Candidates for Mechanical/Electronics need only apply to APGENCO.

APTRANSCO AEE 2026 – Zone-wise Vacancy Breakdown

APGENCO AEE 2026 – Zone-wise Vacancy Breakdown

AP Power Sector AEE Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Candidates planning to apply for the AP Power Sector AEE Vacancy 2026 must note all critical deadlines carefully. The online application portal opens on 30 June 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 20 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs - this single deadline applies to fee payment, form submission, and certificate upload. The CBT is tentatively scheduled from 22 to 29 August 2026, and the merit list is expected in the last week of September 2026.

Note: The last date to apply online is 20 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs. Fee payment, application form submission, and certificate upload must all be completed by this single deadline. No extensions are ordinarily granted.

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Eligibility Criteria – AP Power Sector AEE Recruitment 2026

Only candidates who meet the educational and age eligibility as of the notification date (25 June 2026) are eligible to apply. All qualifications must be from universities recognised by UGC and approved by AICTE. Degrees obtained through Distance Mode from State Universities outside Andhra Pradesh are not legally valid for this recruitment.

Educational Qualification – Branch-wise

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)

Candidates wondering about the age limit for AP Power Sector AEE 2026 can note that the minimum age is 18 years and the general maximum age is 42 years as on 01/07/2026. SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates receive a 5-year relaxation (maximum 47 years), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible up to 52 years of age.

Important: Engineering degrees awarded under Distance Mode through study centres of State Universities outside Andhra Pradesh are explicitly declared not legally valid for all AP Power Sector AEE recruitments. Do not apply if your degree falls under this category.

Application Fee – AP Power Sector AEE Apply Online 2026

The application fee for the AP Power Sector AEE Recruitment 2026 is ₹1,000 for all candidates, regardless of category - there is no fee waiver for SC/ST/BC/EWS or PwBD candidates. The fee must be paid through the online Payment Gateway between 30 June 2026 and 20 July 2026. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Important: After paying the fee, you will receive a Journal Number. This only confirms fee receipt - it does NOT mean your application is complete. You must log back in and complete the full application form with certificate uploads before 20 July 2026.

Selection Process – AP Power Sector AEE 2026 Exam Pattern & CBT Details

The AP Power Sector AEE 2026 selection is entirely merit-based through a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks and 3 hours duration. There is no interview stage. After the CBT, candidates shortlisted in a 1:1 ratio against vacancies are called for Certificate Verification, following which the final selection list is prepared and allotments are made.

CBT Exam Pattern (All Disciplines)

Duration: 3 Hours | Medium: English only | Negative Marking: None | Normalization applied when exam is conducted in multiple shifts.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Merely securing the minimum qualifying marks does NOT guarantee a call for certificate verification. The merit list is prepared in a strict 1:1 ratio against notified vacancies. Tie-breaking is done first by age (older candidate ranked higher), then by date of acquiring the qualifying degree.

Step-by-Step Selection Timeline

1. Application & Fee Payment (by 20 July 2026): Submit online application and pay ₹1,000 fee.
2. Mock Test: Online mock tests available from 15 August 2026 to familiarize with CBT format.
3. Hall Ticket Download: Available 7 days before the exam commencement date.
4. Computer Based Test (CBT): Conducted from 22 to 29 August 2026 across 52+ cities in AP and neighbouring states.
5. Initial Answer Key: Released on the 2nd day after the last exam; candidates can raise objections within 7 days.
6. Final Answer Key: Released 7 days after the objection deadline.
7. Merit List (with marks): Published approximately 7 days after the final key - tentatively September 2026 last week.
8. Certificate Verification: Candidates in the 1:1 shortlist are called for document verification.
9. Provisional Selection List: Published on official websites after successful certificate verification.
10. Induction Training: All selected candidates (especially APGENCO) undergo 3-month induction training before posting.
11. Appointment & Probation: 2-year probation at ₹75,000/month consolidated; regular scale applies after probation.

Core Syllabus Topics – Branch-wise

Electrical – Key Topics (70 marks)

Electric Circuits, Electrical Machines (transformers, DC machines, induction motors, synchronous machines), Power Systems (generation, transmission, protection, stability), Utilization & Control Systems, Measurements, Analog & Digital Electronics, and Power Electronics & Drives.

Civil – Key Topics (70 marks)

Strength of Materials, Reinforced Concrete (design of beams, slabs, columns, footings), Soil Mechanics, Steel Structures, Fluid Mechanics & Machinery, and Foundation Engineering.

Telecom – Key Topics (70 marks)

Network Analysis, Fourier Series & Transforms, Electronic Devices & Circuits, Digital Circuits, Linear Control Systems, Transmission Lines & Antennas, Maxwell's Equations, Waveguides, Communication Systems, and Microprocessors.

Mechanical (APGENCO only) – Key Topics (70 marks)

Strength of Materials, Fluid Mechanics & Machinery, Material Science & Metallurgy, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Design of Machine Elements, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Turbo Machines, Metal Cutting & Machine Tools, Foundry/Welding/Forging.

Electronics (APGENCO only) – Key Topics (70 marks)

Basics of Circuits & Measurement Systems, Transducers & Industrial Instrumentation, Analog Electronics, Digital Electronics, Signals/Systems/Communications, Electrical & Electronic Measurements, Control Systems & Process Control, Analytical & Optical Instrumentation.

Salary & Pay Scale – AP Power Sector AEE 2026 Remuneration

Candidates selected under the AP Power Sector AEE Recruitment 2026 will be placed on probation for 2 years on duty within a continuous period of 3 years. During this probation, all selected candidates across all five utilities receive a fixed consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹75,000. After successful completion of probation, the regular RPS-2022 pay scale becomes applicable.

Additional Allowances for APGENCO (after probation)

Field Posting Requirement

Selected candidates in Electrical posts (across all utilities) must mandatorily work in field postings - preferably in rural and remote areas - for a minimum of 5 years from the date of initial appointment. For APEPDCL AEE (Electrical), the first 5 years include 2 years in MRT/Construction wings and 3 years in Operation/Office posts in rural/tribal areas. No transfer requests to office or headquarters will ordinarily be entertained during this period. Promotion eligibility and SGP increments apply only after completing this field tenure.

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Service Bond & Consent Deposit – AP Power Sector AEE 2026

Every candidate appointed under the AP Power Sector AEE Bharti 2026 must execute a Service Bond on Non-Judicial Stamp Paper worth ₹110 at the time of joining. The bond obligates the candidate to serve the respective utility for a minimum of 5 years after completion of the 2-year probation period - making the total minimum commitment 7 years. Original certificates (degree, date of birth, community) must be deposited with the utility for the entire bond period.

How to Apply Online – AP Power Sector AEE Apply Online 2026

The AP Power Sector AEE Apply Online 2026 process is conducted entirely through the Common Recruitment Portal. Candidates submit a single application covering all five utilities and exercise their preferences at the time of submission. Registration requires an Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP verification. The portal is active from 30 June 2026 at 10:00 AM.

1. Visit the Common Recruitment Portal: apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in or the respective utility's official website.
2. Click New Registration and register using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. An OTP will be sent for verification. Save your Registration ID and password.
3. Pay the application fee of ₹1,000 through the online Payment Gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI). Note the Journal Number issued on successful payment.
4. Log in using your credentials and fill in all required fields - educational qualifications, personal information, academic details, and category. Leave no field blank.
5. Exercise your Power Utility preferences (APTRANSCO, APEPDCL, APCPDCL, APSPDCL, APGENCO) and Zone/Unit preferences. These are final and cannot be changed after submission.
6. Upload scanned copies of all required certificates - photograph, signature, caste certificate, EWS certificate (if applicable), PwBD SADAREM certificate (if applicable), and Local Status/Study Certificate.
7. Review all entries carefully. Submit the application before 20 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs.
8. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
9. Download your Hall Ticket from the official portal 7 days before the exam.

Note: Candidates currently serving in Government / Autonomous Body / Aided Institution must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer along with the online application.

Important: Applications through any mode other than online will not be entertained. The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 applies - violations can attract up to 5 years' imprisonment and ₹10 lakh fine.

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Documents Required – AP Power Sector AEE 2026 Certificate Verification

All certificates must be uploaded at the time of online application. Documents cannot be submitted separately after the deadline. If certificates are not uploaded before 20 July 2026, the Hall Ticket will not be generated and the candidate cannot appear for the CBT.

• Engineering Degree certificate and all academic mark sheets (SSC, Intermediate, B.E./B.Tech.)
• Proof of Age - Birth Certificate or SSC Memo
• Original Community Certificate (SC/ST/BC) issued by the competent authority
• EWS Income Certificate - must be issued within one year prior to the notification date (i.e., after 25 June 2025)
• SADAREM Certificate - for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, issued by competent authority
• School Study Certificates - for local candidature claim (mandatory if candidate studied up to Class VII in an educational institution)
• Residence Certificate - only if candidate has NOT studied minimum qualification in any educational institution (not accepted if studied up to Class VII)
• Local Status Certificate - for candidates who migrated from Telangana to Andhra Pradesh between 02.06.2014 and 01.06.2024 (as per G.O. Ms. No. 161)
• Valid Photo ID - Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence
• No Objection Certificate from employer (for government/autonomous body employees)
• Equivalency Certificate from Registrar of concerned university (if degree claimed is equivalent to prescribed qualification)
• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature

Common Mistakes to Avoid – AP Power Sector AEE Application 2026

Many candidates lose their candidature due to avoidable errors during the application process for the AP Power Sector AEE Vacancy 2026. The following are the most critical pitfalls to be aware of before you apply.

• Confusing Journal Number with completed application - Paying the fee and receiving a Journal Number does NOT mean your application is submitted. You must log back in, fill the complete form, upload all certificates, and click Submit. Many candidates miss this step.
• Not linking Aadhaar to your active mobile number - Registration requires OTP verification to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. If your current number is not linked to Aadhaar, update it at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra at least 48–72 hours before 30 June 2026 - updates take time to reflect.
• Locking wrong utility or zone preferences - Preferences for Power Utility and Zone/Unit entered at the time of application are completely final. There is no provision to change them after submission. Review carefully before clicking Submit - this choice has permanent career impact.
• Uploading an outdated EWS certificate - The EWS Income Certificate must be issued within one year prior to the notification date - i.e., not before 25 June 2025. Older EWS certificates will be rejected at verification.
• Not uploading certificates before the deadline - All certificates must be uploaded by 20 July 2026. Without uploaded certificates, the Hall Ticket will not be generated and you cannot appear for the CBT.
• Using a Distance Mode degree from another state's university - Engineering degrees awarded under Distance Mode through study centres of State Universities outside Andhra Pradesh are explicitly declared not legally valid for all AP Power Sector AEE recruitments. Do not apply under this category.
• Uploading illegible or cropped documents - All uploaded certificates must be clear, legible scanned copies of originals. Tampered documents or partially visible scans will result in outright rejection.
• Submitting a Residence Certificate when a Study Certificate is needed - If you have studied up to Class VII in any educational institution, a Residence Certificate will NOT be accepted for local candidature - a Study Certificate is mandatory.
• Carrying mobile phones or electronic devices to the exam - Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, pen drives, and all Bluetooth/electronic devices are strictly prohibited at the exam centre, even in switched-off mode. Violations can result in a permanent ban.
• Attempting to influence postings through recommendations - All five utilities maintain confidential registers of external recommendations received. Any attempt to influence postings through political or other means results in termination and permanent debarment from all future recruitments.

Reservation Policy – AP Power Sector AEE 2026

The AP Power Sector AEE 2026 reservation follows vertical reservations for SC (Group-I, II & III), ST, BC (A, B, C, D & E), and EWS candidates as per applicable Andhra Pradesh Government Orders and the Presidential Order (AP Presidential Order 2025). Horizontal reservations of 33⅓% for Women and 4% for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are implemented within respective vertical categories.

• Local candidature: 95% of vacancies in each zone are reserved for local candidates from the respective zone.
• Open/Non-local: 5% of vacancies are open to non-local candidates.
• Candidates from other states are considered under the General (unreserved/OC) category only.
• PwBD candidates must hold a valid SADAREM certificate issued by a competent authority.
• Carried-forward vacancies (if any) are reserved for women candidates as per applicable rules.

AP Power Sector AEE Apply Online 2026 – Direct Links

The AP Power Sector AEE Apply Online 2026 direct link on the Common Recruitment Portal becomes active from 30 June 2026 at 10:00 AM. Candidates are strongly advised to complete registration and fee payment well before the closing date of 20 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs to avoid last-day technical delays. Bookmark both the Common Recruitment Portal and the respective utility's official website, and check regularly for updates or corrigenda.