APPSC Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector Recruitment 2026
AMVI – A.P. Transport Service
Direct Recruitment for Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector posts through Notification No.36/2026.
Notification Date: 06 November 2026
Application Start: 06 November 2026
Last Date: 26 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM
⏳ APPSC AMVI Application Closing Countdown
📌 APPSC AMVI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 November 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Educational Qualification Crucial Date | 06 November 2026 |
| CBRT Examination Date | To be announced by APPSC |
| Hall Ticket | To be hosted on APPSC website |
🚘 Vacancy Details – Zone-wise
The notification announces 50 Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector vacancies distributed across six zones.
| Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Zone-I | 08 |
| Zone-II | 08 |
| Zone-III | 09 |
| Zone-IV | 09 |
| Zone-V | 08 |
| Zone-VI | 08 |
| Total | 50 |
Zone-wise Districts
💰 Salary / Pay Scale
₹48,440 – ₹1,37,220
Pay Scale: As notified for Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector in A.P. Transport Service.The above is the notified pay scale. Actual salary and take-home amount will depend on applicable allowances, deductions, posting and government rules.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess either of the following qualifications:
Option 1 – Degree
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering; OR
- Degree in Automobile Engineering from a University established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, Provincial Act or State Act in India; OR
- Qualification from an institution recognised by the University Grants Commission or an equivalent qualification.
Option 2 – Diploma
- Diploma in Automobile Engineering issued by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh; OR
- Diploma issued by the Technological Diploma Examination Board, Hyderabad; OR
- Any other equivalent qualification accepted under the notification.
Additional Mandatory Requirements
- Must hold a Motor Driving Licence.
- Must have not less than three years' experience in driving motor vehicles.
- Must possess Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement.
Special provision relating to driving licence for women
The notification provides that women holding only a Light Motor Vehicle Driving Licence must acquire the Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement within two years of joining service as Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector. Failure to obtain the required endorsement within that period may result in termination of service, as specified in the notification.
🎯 Age Limit
The age limit is 21–36 years as on 01 July 2026. Applicable category-wise age relaxations are governed by the APPSC notification and relevant Andhra Pradesh Government rules. Candidates should check Para 5 of the detailed notification for the exact relaxation applicable to them.
📏 Physical Standards
Candidates must satisfy the physical standards prescribed for the Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector post.
| Candidate Category | Minimum Height | Minimum Chest Measurement | Expansion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men | 165 cm | 86.3 cm | 5 cm |
| Men – SC/ST and Aboriginal Tribes | 160 cm | 83.8 cm | 5 cm |
| Women | 157.5 cm | 82.3 cm | 5 cm |
| Women – SC/ST and Aboriginal Tribes | 152.5 cm | 79.8 cm | 5 cm |
Chest measurement is taken on full inspiration. The minimum chest expansion required is 5 cm.
Visual Standards
- Right eye distance vision: 6/6.
- Left eye distance vision: 6/6.
- Near vision: 0.5 for each eye on Snellen's Chart.
- Each eye must have a full field of vision.
- The prescribed visual standards must be satisfied without glasses.
📝 Selection Process
- Written Examination: Online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT).
- Merit / Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on written examination performance and the Commission's prescribed ratio and rules.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): Provisionally shortlisted candidates must qualify in the CPT.
- Certificate Verification: Original qualification, driving licence, experience, local status and reservation documents will be verified.
- Medical Fitness: Appointment is subject to being found medically fit under the prescribed medical classification.
- Final Selection: Final selection will be made as per APPSC rules and the notification.
📊 Written Examination Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability (Degree Standard) | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper-II | Automobile Engineering (Diploma Standard) | 150 | 150 Minutes | 300 |
| Total | 300 | 300 Minutes | 450 | |
📚 Detailed Official Syllabus
- Major current events and issues pertaining to International, National and State of Andhra Pradesh.
- General Science and its applications to day-to-day life; contemporary developments in Science & Technology and Information Technology.
- History of India, with emphasis on broad general understanding of social, economic, cultural and political aspects, with focus on Andhra Pradesh and the Indian National Movement.
- Geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh.
- Indian Polity and Governance: constitutional issues, public policy, reforms and e-Governance initiatives.
- Indian Economy and planning.
- Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection.
- Disaster Management: vulnerability profile, prevention and mitigation strategies; application of Remote Sensing and GIS in disaster assessment.
- Logical reasoning, analytical ability and logical interpretation.
- Data Analysis: tabulation of data, visual representation, basic data analysis, summary statistics such as mean, median, mode and variance, and interpretation.
- Basic thermodynamics – closed/open systems, properties, cycles, thermodynamic equilibrium, Zeroth Law, First Law, Second Law, pure substances, Mollier diagram, vapour power cycles and Rankine cycle.
- Air-standard cycles – Otto, Diesel and Dual combustion cycles; mean effective pressure, diagram factor, efficiency and Stirling engine.
- Gears – nomenclature, simple, compound and epicyclic gear trains; torque calculations.
- Shafts – solid and hollow shafts; shear stress, angular deflection, bending moments, combined moment and torque.
- Friction – inclined plane, screw and nut, screw jack and self-locking.
- Fuels – fire point, flash point, calorific value, calorimeters, octane and cetane numbers and stoichiometric ratio.
- Single-cylinder and multi-cylinder engines; pre-whirl chambers; combustion and ignition delay; knocking and detonation.
- Firing order; piston and piston rings; temperature profile of piston.
- Fuel systems – carburetion, carburettors, petrol injection systems, diesel fuel injection systems, common rail injection and fuel tank.
- Balancing of single-cylinder engines.
- Lubrication and cooling systems in automobiles.
- Transmission – gear box, clash type, synchromesh and automatic transmission systems.
- Propeller shaft, universal coupling, differential and half shafts.
- Clutches – single plate, multi-plate, bearing pressure, pressure plate, axial load and fluid clutch.
- Brakes and brake mechanisms – mechanical, hydraulic and air brakes.
- Steering – conditions for correct steering and Ackermann steering.
- Electrical system – Delco system, circuit wiring and working of electrical equipment.
- Exhaust gas analysis, pollutants, sources, formation, effects of pollution on environment and humans, regulated and unregulated emissions, emission standards, SI engine emissions and CI engine emissions.
- Air conditioning of automobiles.
- Automobile wheel alignment – camber, castor, king pin inclination, toe-in and toe-out.
- Maintenance of tyres and traffic rules.
- Materials – structure of metals, imperfections, ferrous and non-ferrous materials and heat treatment of steels.
- Instrumentation – transducers for motion, level, force and temperature; closed-loop and open-loop control systems.
💻 Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Candidates provisionally shortlisted after the written examination must qualify in the Computer Proficiency Test.
| Test | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Proficiency in Office Automation with usage of Computers and Associated Software | 60 Minutes | 100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CPT
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PBD | 30 |
| BC | 35 |
| OC | 40 |
CPT Syllabus – Main Areas
- Introduction to computers, components and classification.
- Input devices and output devices.
- Memory devices, RAM, ROM and storage devices.
- Computer software – system, application, embedded, proprietary and open-source software.
- Office automation and associated computer software.
- Practical computer usage and office productivity tasks.
Refer to Annexure-II in the official notification for the complete Computer Proficiency Test syllabus and instructions.
💳 Application Fee
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee | ₹250/- |
| Examination Fee | ₹120/- |
| Total for candidates paying both fees | ₹370/- |
Exemption from Examination Fee of ₹120
- SC candidates.
- ST candidates.
- BC candidates.
- Ex-Servicemen.
- Families holding Household Supply White Cards issued by the A.P. Civil Supplies Department (for residents of Andhra Pradesh).
- Unemployed youth covered under the relevant Government Order, subject to submission of the prescribed declaration.
Fee payment is online. IPOs and Demand Drafts are not accepted. Once remitted, the fee will not be refunded or adjusted.
🖥️ How to Apply Online – Step by Step
- Visit APPSC official website: Open https://psc.ap.gov.in.
- Complete OTPR registration: First-time applicants must register their bio-data through One Time Profile Registration (OTPR).
- Obtain OTPR ID: The generated user ID will be sent to the registered mobile number and email address.
- Login: Use the OTPR ID and password to log in to the APPSC portal.
- Open Online Application Submission: Select the AMVI Notification No.36/2026.
- Fill application-specific details: Enter local/non-local status, qualification, driving licence, experience, zone preferences and examination centre preferences.
- Verify the details: Check all personal and educational information carefully.
- Save & Submit: Click the prescribed Save & Submit option. Saving alone does not complete the application.
- Pay the fee: Complete the applicable online payment through the payment gateway.
- Download confirmation: Save or print the final submitted application and payment receipt.
📄 Documents to Keep Ready
- OTPR ID and registered mobile number/email.
- Proof of date of birth.
- Degree certificate in Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering, or prescribed Diploma certificate.
- All relevant educational marksheets.
- Motor Driving Licence.
- Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement, where applicable.
- Driving experience certificate / supporting evidence for the prescribed period.
- Study certificates or residence certificate for local candidature, as applicable.
- SC / ST / BC / EWS community certificate, if claiming reservation.
- BC Non-Creamy Layer certificate, where applicable.
- EWS certificate, if claiming EWS reservation.
- White Card details, if claiming the applicable examination fee exemption.
- Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable.
- Photograph and signature, as required by the online application.
- Any other certificate specified in the detailed notification.
📍 Examination Centres
The Computer Based Recruitment Test is proposed to be conducted at the following four centres:
Candidates may choose three preferences for the examination centre. APPSC reserves the right to create additional centres or allot a candidate to another centre depending on availability and administrative requirements.
⚠️ Important Instructions for Candidates
- Read the complete 43-page detailed notification before applying.
- Only online applications through the prescribed APPSC process will be accepted.
- OTPR registration is compulsory for first-time applicants and is not a substitute for the recruitment application.
- Ensure that the prescribed educational qualification is possessed as on the notification date.
- Driving licence and prescribed driving experience requirements must be satisfied.
- Ensure that the required physical and visual standards are met.
- Local candidature and zonal preferences must be entered carefully.
- Reservation claims must be supported by valid certificates in the prescribed format.
- Incorrect or false declarations may result in rejection and debarment under the notification.
- Electronic gadgets, mobile phones, calculators, smart watches and other prohibited devices are not allowed in the examination hall.
- Hall tickets will be hosted on the APPSC website.
- Keep checking the official APPSC website for examination and recruitment updates.
🔗 Important Official Links
If any application link does not open, visit the APPSC website and navigate to Recruitment Notifications / Online Application Submission.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many AMVI vacancies are announced by APPSC?
APPSC has announced 50 Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector vacancies in Notification No.36/2026.
2. What is the last date to apply for APPSC AMVI 2026?
26 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
3. What is the pay scale for Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector?
The notified pay scale is ₹48,440–₹1,37,220.
4. What is the age limit?
21 to 36 years as on 01 July 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation under the notification.
5. What is the educational qualification?
A Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering, or the prescribed Diploma in Automobile Engineering, along with the required Motor Driving Licence, driving experience and Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement.
6. Is a Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement compulsory?
The notification prescribes Heavy Transport Vehicle endorsement. A special provision is provided for women holding only an LMV licence, who must acquire the endorsement within two years of joining service.
7. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on an online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT). Candidates provisionally shortlisted for further selection must qualify in the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
8. How many marks are there in the written examination?
The written examination carries 450 marks: Paper-I General Studies and Mental Ability for 150 marks and Paper-II Automobile Engineering for 300 marks.
9. Is there negative marking?
Yes. One-third of the marks prescribed for a question will be deducted for every wrong answer.
10. What is the application fee?
₹250 application processing fee plus ₹120 examination fee. Specified categories are exempted from the examination fee only, subject to the notification conditions.
11. Is OTPR registration compulsory?
First-time applicants must register through One Time Profile Registration (OTPR). OTPR registration alone is not considered an application for the recruitment.
12. What are the examination centres?
Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati and Ananthapuramu. Candidates may provide three preferences, but APPSC retains the right to allot the centre.
13. What are the physical standards?
The notification prescribes minimum height and chest measurements separately for men, women and specified reserved categories. Candidates should verify the physical standards and medical conditions in the official notification before applying.
14. When will the APPSC AMVI examination be conducted?
The examination date has not been announced in the detailed notification. APPSC will communicate the date through its official website.
15. Is this a permanent or contractual job?
This is a direct recruitment notification to the Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector post in A.P. Transport Service, not a contractual walk-in vacancy.
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