APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026: Check Exam Pattern and Syllabus for Prelims and Mains

APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 

The APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026 (for Executive Officer Grade-III in A.P. Endowments Sub-Service) follows the established pattern from recent notifications and the official APPSC guidelines. No major changes are indicated for 2026 compared to the latest available details (based on previous recruitment patterns, such as Notification patterns from 2021–2025 cycles, with exams held into 2026). The syllabus emphasizes General Studies & Mental Ability and Hindu Philosophy & Temple System.

APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026 includes Prelims (screening test) and Mains exam pattern with subjects like General Studies & Mental Ability, and specialized topics on Hindu Philosophy, Temple Administration, and Endowments Acts as per Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) guidelines.

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) conducts the Endowment Officer recruitment exam (Executive Officer Grade-III) to select candidates for managing temple administration and related roles in the Endowments Department. Understanding the APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026 is essential for targeted preparation. This article provides the complete exam pattern, detailed subject-wise syllabus, selection process, and useful tips to boost your chances of success.

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APPSC Endowment Officer Exam Pattern 2026

Preliminary Examination 

This is objective type (MCQs), qualifying in nature, with negative marking of 1/3 for wrong answers.

Mains Examination (Written Test)

This consists of two papers, objective type (MCQs), with each paper carrying 150 marks. Negative marking applies (1/3 per wrong answer). Final merit is based on Mains performance.

APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026 (Subject-wise)

General Studies & Mental Ability (Common to Prelims Section A & Mains Paper 1)

• Events of national and international importance

• Current affairs - international, national, and regional

• General Science and its applications to day-to-day life; contemporary developments in Science & Technology and Information Technology

• Social-Economic and Political history of modern India with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh

• Indian Polity and Governance: constitutional issues, public policy, reforms, and e-governance initiatives with specific reference to Andhra Pradesh

• Economic Development in India since Independence with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh

• Physical Geography of India Sub-Continent and Andhra Pradesh

• Disaster Management: vulnerability profile, prevention & mitigation strategies; application of Remote Sensing & GIS in disaster assessment

• Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection

• Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, and Data Interpretation

• Data Analysis: Tabulation of data, visual representation of data, basic data analysis (mean, median, mode, variance, coefficient of variation), and interpretation

• Bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and its Administrative, Economic, Social, Cultural, Political, and Legal implications/problems

Hindu Philosophy & Temple System (Prelims Section B & Mains Paper 2)

• Ramayanam: Basic knowledge of characters, Kandas, dynasties, and places

• Mahabharatham: Basic knowledge of characters, Parvas, dynasties, and places

• Bhagavatham: Basic knowledge of characters, Skandams, and places

• Hindu Puranas: Basic knowledge of various Puranas and places mentioned

• Temple Agamas: Different Agamas in Hindu Shastras (Vaishnavam: Vaikhanasam, Pancharathram, Chattada Srivaishnavam; Saivam: Smardham, Adi Saiva, Veera Saiva, Jangama, Kapalika etc.; Mother Goddesses: Sakteyam)

• Hindu festivals celebrated in different parts of India

• Classical fine Arts of Indian origin

• Vedic Culture: Yagnas & Yagams, Vedas, Upavedas, Upanishads, Dharmas in different stages of life

• Different Philosophies & Cults in Hindu Religion and Gurus: Alwars (Vaishnavait Gurus); Nayanars (Saivait Gurus); Sankaracharya (Advaitha); Ramanujacharya (Visishtadvaitha); Madhwacharya (Dvaithadvaitham); Basava (Veera Saiva)

• Family structure in Hindu Society – Adoption – Succession

• Sources of Income for Temples and Charitable Institutions

• Allocation of funds of Endowment Institutions for different purposes (Section 57 of Endowments Act, 30/87)

• Duties of Executive Officers of Endowment Institutions (Section 29 of Endowments Act, 30/87)

• Basic knowledge on Land Records – Law relating to Endowments Lands (ROR Act - Record of Rights in Land and Pattadar Pass Book Act & Sections 75 to 86 of Endowments Act, 30/87)

APPSC Endowment Officer Selection Process

• Preliminary Exam (Screening – qualifying)

• Mains Examination (Merit-based)

• Document Verification

Preparation Tips

• Prioritize AP-specific topics (history, economy, polity, bifurcation issues) as they carry high weightage

• Revise current affairs daily from reliable sources

• Practice previous year papers and mock tests for both Prelims and Mains

• Strengthen logical reasoning, data interpretation, and mental ability through regular practice

• Make short notes on Hindu scriptures, Agamas, and Endowments Act sections for quick revision

• Focus on conceptual clarity in temple administration and Hindu philosophy