With 630 vacancies spread across five power utilities, the AP Vidyut Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) Recruitment 2026 opened online applications on 30/06/2026. Candidates have until 20/07/2026 at 23:59 hrs to submit their applications, pay the ₹1,000 fee, and upload all required certificates. The Computer-Based Test is scheduled from 22-29 August 2026 across 52+ cities in Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring states.
The AP Power Sector AEE Bharti 2026 covers five utilities: APTRANSCO (200 posts), APEPDCL (135 posts), APSPDCL (135 posts), APGENCO (100 posts), and APCPDCL (60 posts). Vacancies span five disciplines: Electrical (528), Civil (56), Telecom (18), Mechanical (21), and Electronics (7). Each candidate applies once through the common portal at https://apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in and selects their preferred utility and zone at the time of application.
AP Power Sector AEE 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Power Sector (APTRANSCO, APEPDCL, APCPDCL, APSPDCL, APGENCO) |
| Post Name | Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical, Civil, Telecom, Mechanical, Electronics) |
| Total Vacancies | 630 Posts |
| Advertisement Number | As per individual utility notifications |
| Application Mode | Online via Common Portal |
| Job Type | Full-Time, Permanent |
| Official Portal | apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in |
Important Dates for AP Vidyut AEE 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 25/06/2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 30/06/2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply, Pay Fee & Upload Certificates | 20/07/2026 at 23:59 hrs |
| Online Mock Test Available | 15/08/2026 onwards |
| Hall Ticket Download | 7 days before exam commencement |
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) | 22-29/08/2026 |
| Initial Answer Key Release | 2nd day after the last exam |
| Objection Filing Window | Within 7 days of initial key release |
| Final Answer Key Release | 7 days after the objection deadline |
| Merit List Announcement | Tentatively, the last week of September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Only candidates who meet the educational and age eligibility as of the notification date (25/06/2026) are eligible to apply. AP Vidyut Assistant Executive Engineer Recruitment 2026 requires a UGC-recognised, AICTE-approved engineering degree in the relevant discipline. Degrees obtained through Distance Mode from State Universities outside Andhra Pradesh are explicitly not valid for this recruitment.
Educational Qualifications by Branch
| Post / Branch | Required Degree | Applicable Utilities |
|---|---|---|
| AEE – Electrical | B.E. / B.Tech. / A.M.I.E. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering | All 5 Utilities |
| AEE – Civil | B.E. / B.Tech. / A.M.I.E. in Civil Engineering | All 5 Utilities |
| AEE – Telecom | B.E. / B.Tech. in Telecommunications, Electronics, or Electronics & Communication Engineering | APTRANSCO, APEPDCL, APCPDCL, APSPDCL |
| AEE – Mechanical | B.E. / B.Tech. / A.M.I.E. in Mechanical Engineering | APGENCO only |
| AEE – Electronics | B.E. / B.Tech. / A.M.I.E. in Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation, Power Electronics, or Computer Science Engineering | APGENCO only |
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / OC | 18 years | 42 years |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 18 years | 47 years (+5 years relaxation) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 18 years | 52 years (+10 years relaxation) |
SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, raising their effective upper age limit to 47 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are eligible up to 52 years of age, reflecting an additional 10-year relaxation over the general limit.
Who Should Consider This Recruitment?
- Engineering graduates in Electrical, Civil, Telecom, Mechanical, or Electronics disciplines with degrees from UGC-recognised, AICTE-approved institutions are eligible to apply.
- Candidates aged 18 to 42 years meet the general age requirement; SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates have relaxation up to 47 years, and PwBD candidates are eligible up to 52 years.
- Local candidates from each zone have a 95% reservation advantage under the AP Power Sector’s local candidature policy; 5% vacancies are open to candidates from across India under the General category.
- Both male and female candidates are eligible under the 33⅓% women’s horizontal reservation policy.
- Candidates willing to work in field postings for a minimum of 5 years in rural and remote areas are well-suited for this recruitment, particularly for Electrical posts.
AP Vidyut AEE 2026 – Vacancy Breakdown
| Utility | Total Vacancies | Electrical | Civil | Telecom | Mechanical | Electronics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APTRANSCO | 200 | 167 | 23 | 10 | – | – |
| APEPDCL | 135 | 128 | 4 | 3 | – | – |
| APSPDCL | 135 | 125 | 6 | 4 | – | – |
| APCPDCL | 60 | 56 | 3 | 1 | – | – |
| APGENCO | 100 | 52 | 20 | – | 21 | 7 |
| Grand Total | 630 | 528 | 56 | 18 | 21 | 7 |
All vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease based on administrative requirements. The Electrical and Civil branches are covered under the Common Recruitment Examination for all five utilities. APGENCO conducts a separate examination exclusively for its Mechanical and Electronics posts.
About the Assistant Executive Engineer Role
Assistant Executive Engineer positions in Andhra Pradesh’s power sector involve leading field operations, technical supervision of power infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with grid standards. AEEs oversee generation, transmission, and distribution operations depending on the utility and zone. The role demands extensive fieldwork, particularly in rural and remote areas during the first five years of service.
Electrical AEE postings are mandatory field-oriented roles. Candidates appointed in APEPDCL’s Electrical stream must complete 2 years in Maintenance, Repair & Testing (MRT) or construction wings and 3 years in operation or office posts in rural and tribal areas. All AEE posts carry significant technical responsibility, including protection system coordination, equipment testing, and disaster response during grid emergencies.
This is a central government-equivalent permanent position under the Andhra Pradesh Power Sector (Group-A equivalent classification post-probation). Career progression includes promotion to higher technical and administrative grades after meeting experience requirements and clearing promotion examinations.
Pay Scale and Benefits – AP Vidyut AEE 2026
| Stage | Remuneration |
|---|---|
| During Probation (2 years on duty within 3 years) | ₹75,000 per month (consolidated) |
| After Probation Completion (RPS-2022 Time Scale) | ₹86,245 – ₹2,900 – ₹1,00,745 – ₹3,350 – ₹1,17,495 – ₹3,725 – ₹1,36,120 – ₹4,155 – ₹1,56,895 – ₹4,550 – ₹1,79,645 – ₹4,850 – ₹2,03,895 – ₹5,020 – ₹2,08,915 |
All selected candidates receive a consolidated monthly salary of ₹75,000 during the 2-year probation period. Upon successful completion of probation, they transition to the RPS-2022 regular pay scale, with increments following the prescribed scale. APGENCO offers additional allowances: Project Allowance (₹19,550-₹31,580 depending on station type), Shift Allowance (₹5,410), Conveyance Allowance (₹1,375), and Hotline Allowance (₹42,110) after probation completion.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD) | ₹1,000 |
A non-refundable fee of ₹1,000 applies to all candidates, regardless of category. Payment must be completed by 20/07/2026 at 23:59 hrs through the online portal. Candidates cannot apply without submitting the fee, and late payments will not be accepted.
Selection Process for AP Vidyut AEE 2026
The AP Power Sector AEE 2026 selection is entirely merit-based through a single Computer-Based Test (CBT). There is no interview stage. The CBT carries 100 marks and lasts 3 hours. Candidates shortlisted in a 1:1 ratio against vacancies (based on merit list ranking) are then called for Certificate Verification, following which the final selection list is prepared, and allotments are made.
CBT Exam Pattern (All Disciplines)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Core Subject (Branch-specific: Electrical, Civil, Telecom, Mechanical, Electronics) | 70 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 5 |
| General Awareness | 7 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 5 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 8 |
| Computer Knowledge / Proficiency | 5 |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Duration: 3 hours | Medium: English only | Negative Marking: None | Normalisation: Applied when the exam is conducted in multiple shifts.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| OC / EWS | 40% (40 marks) |
| BC (Backwards Classes) | 35% (35 marks) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 30% (30 marks) |
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 the notified vacancies. Tie-breaking is applied first by age (older candidate ranked higher), then by date of acquiring the qualifying degree.
Core Syllabus Topics by Branch
Electrical (70 marks): Electric Circuits, Electrical Machines (transformers, DC machines, induction motors, synchronous machines), Power Systems (generation, transmission, protection, stability), Utilisation & Control Systems, Measurements, Analogue & Digital Electronics, Power Electronics & Drives.
Civil (70 marks): Strength of Materials, Reinforced Concrete (design of beams, slabs, columns, footings), Soil Mechanics, Steel Structures, Fluid Mechanics & Machinery, Foundation Engineering.
Telecom (70 marks): Network Analysis, Fourier Series & Transforms, Electronic Devices & Circuits, Digital Circuits, Linear Control Systems, Transmission Lines & Antennas, Maxwell’s Equations, Waveguides, Communication Systems, Microprocessors.
Mechanical – APGENCO only (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 (70 marks): Basics of Circuits & Measurement Systems, Transducers & Industrial Instrumentation, Analogue Electronics, Digital Electronics, Signals/Systems/Communications, Electrical & Electronic Measurements, Control Systems & Process Control, Analytical & Optical Instrumentation.
How to Apply for AP Vidyut AEE Recruitment 2026
- Visit the common recruitment portal at https://apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in from 30/06/2026 onwards.
- Click on “New Registration” and enter your active mobile number linked to your Aadhaar card. You will receive an OTP for verification.
- Create a login account using a valid email address and password. The system will generate a Candidate ID for future reference.
- Log in with your credentials and fill out the entire application form, including personal details, qualification information, caste/community category, and employment status.
- Select your preferred Power Utility (APTRANSCO, APEPDCL, APCPDCL, APSPDCL, or APGENCO) and the specific Zone/Unit within that utility. These preferences are final and cannot be changed after submission.
- Upload all required certificates as scanned PDF/JPG files (engineering degree, age proof, community certificate if applicable, EWS certificate if applicable, SADAREM certificate for PwBD candidates, local candidature proof, passport-size photograph, and signature). File sizes must not exceed the specified limits.
- Review all entries carefully, especially your name, date of birth, category, and utility/zone choices. Once you click the Submit button, no corrections will be allowed.
- Proceed to payment by clicking “Pay Fee” and complete the ₹1,000 payment through the online gateway (net banking, debit/credit card). You will receive a Journal Number confirming payment. Important: A Journal Number alone does not mean your application is submitted-you must return to the form and click the final Submit button.
- After successful submission, download and save your Confirmation of Application Receipt. Keep this document for future reference during Hall Ticket download and the exam.
When filling your utility and zone preferences, take time to understand the postings and operational areas of each utility. Preferences submitted at this stage determine your career posting location for the first 5 years and cannot be revised after the application deadline.
Common Mistakes to Avoid While Applying
- Confusing Journal Number with application submission: Receiving a Journal Number after fee payment does NOT mean your application is submitted. You must log back in, complete the form, upload certificates, and click Submit. Many candidates miss this critical step and lose their candidature.
- Not updating Aadhaar to the current mobile number in time: Registration requires OTP verification on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. If your number is not linked, update it at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra at least 48-72 hours before 30/06/2026-updates take time to reflect in the system.
- Locking wrong utility or zone preferences: Preferences for Power Utility and Zone/Unit entered at application are final with no provision to change after submission. This choice has a permanent career impact; review thoroughly before clicking Submit.
- Uploading outdated EWS certificate: The EWS Income Certificate must be issued within one year prior to the notification date (i.e., on or after 25/06/2025). Older certificates will be rejected at verification.
- Not uploading certificates before the deadline: All certificates must be uploaded by 20/07/2026 at 23:59 hrs. 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 through Distance Mode from State Universities outside Andhra Pradesh are explicitly not legally valid for this recruitment. Do not apply if your degree falls under this category.
- Uploading illegible or cropped documents: All uploaded files must be clear, legible scanned copies of originals. Partially visible, tampered, or illegible scans result in outright rejection.
- Submitting a Residence Certificate when a Study Certificate is needed: If you studied up to Class VII in any educational institution, a Study Certificate (not a Residence Certificate) is mandatory for a local candidature claim.
- Carrying mobile phones or electronic devices to the exam centre: Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, pen drives, and all Bluetooth/electronic devices are strictly prohibited at the exam centre, even if switched off. Violations result in permanent bans.
- Attempting to influence postings through external recommendations: All five utilities maintain confidential registers of recommendations received. Any attempt to influence postings through political or other means results in termination and permanent debarment from all future recruitments.
Documents Required for AP Vidyut AEE Application
- 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 prescribed authority
- EWS Income Certificate: Must be issued within one year before the notification date (i.e., on or after 25/06/2025)
- SADAREM Certificate: For Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, issued by the prescribed authority
- School Study Certificates: For local candidature claim (mandatory if the candidate studied up to Class VII in any educational institution)
- Residence Certificate: Only if the candidate has NOT studied the 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, or Driving Licence
- No Objection Certificate: From employer (mandatory for government and autonomous body employees)
- Equivalency Certificate: From Registrar of the concerned university (if the degree is claimed as equivalent to the prescribed qualification)
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
What Happens After You Apply
- Application window closes on 20/07/2026 at 23:59 hrs. All online applications, fee payments, and certificate uploads must be completed by this deadline.
- Mock Test: Available from 15/08/2026 onwards on the official portal to familiarise candidates with the CBT format.
- Hall Ticket Download: Released 7 days before the exam commencement date (approximately 15/08/2026). Download and print your Hall Ticket from the portal.
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Conducted from 22-29/08/2026 across 52+ cities in Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring states. Candidates will be assigned exam slots and centres based on availability and preferences.
- Initial Answer Key Release: Published on the 2nd day after the last exam. Candidates can raise objections to incorrect answers within 7 days.
- Final Answer Key: Released 7 days after the objection deadline.
- Merit List Announcement: Published approximately in the last week of September 2026, displaying marks and final rankings. Candidates shortlisted in a 1:1 ratio against vacancies are called for Certificate Verification.
- Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents (degree, community certificate, age proof, local candidature proof, and other relevant certificates) for physical verification at designated venues.
- Provisional Selection List: Published on official websites after successful certificate verification.
- Induction Training: All selected candidates (especially for APGENCO) undergo a 3-month induction training before posting to their assigned utility.
- Appointment and Probation: Candidates are appointed on probation for 2 years (on duty within a continuous period of 3 years) at ₹75,000 per month consolidated salary.
Service Bond & Commitment Period – AP Vidyut AEE 2026
Every candidate appointed under the AP Power Sector AEE Recruitment 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 service commitment 7 years.
| Scenario | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Leaving during probation (2 years) | Refund all emoluments received + ₹5,00,000 as liquidated damages |
| Resigning before 5 years post-probation | ₹10,00,000 as liquidated damages |
| Deposit of original certificates during the bond period | ₹1,00,000 security (refunded upon return of certificates) |
Original certificates (degree, date of birth, and community) must be deposited with the utility for the entire bond period.
Reservation Policy – AP Vidyut AEE 2026
The AP Power Sector AEE 2026 follows vertical reservations for SC (Group I, II & III), ST, BC (A, B, C, D & E), and EWS candidates as per 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 candidates (those from the specific zone) comprise 95% of vacancies in each zone. Non-local candidates compete under the Open (5%) category. Candidates from other states are eligible only under the General (unreserved/OC) category. PwBD candidates must hold a valid SADAREM certificate issued by the prescribed authority. Carried-forward vacancies (if any) are reserved for women candidates as per applicable rules.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Common Recruitment Portal | Apply Here |
| APTRANSCO Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| APTRANSCO Official Website | Visit Website |
| APEPDCL Official Website | Visit Website |
| APCPDCL Official Website | Visit Website |
| APSPDCL Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| APGENCO Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| APGENCO Official Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of AP Vidyut Assistant Executive Engineer Recruitment 2026 vacancies, and how are they distributed across utilities?
Ans. The AP Vidyut Assistant Executive Engineer Recruitment 2026 offers 630 total vacancies: APTRANSCO (200), APEPDCL (135), APSPDCL (135), APGENCO (100), and APCPDCL (60). Vacancies span five disciplines: Electrical (528), Civil (56), Telecom (18), Mechanical (21), and Electronics (7). APGENCO conducts a separate exam for Mechanical and Electronics posts; all other disciplines are covered under the Common Recruitment Examination.
Q2. Can I change my utility and zone preferences after submitting my application?
Ans. No. The preferences for Power Utility and Zone/Unit selected at the time of application are completely final. There is no provision to modify these choices after form submission. Review your preferences carefully before clicking Submit, as this choice determines your posting location for the first five years of service.
Q3. What happens if I don’t upload my engineering degree certificate by the deadline?
Ans. All certificates must be uploaded by 20/07/2026 at 23:59 hrs. If your degree certificate is not uploaded, your Hall Ticket will not be generated, and you will not be permitted to appear for the CBT. You will automatically lose your candidature.
Q4. Do I need to appear for an interview after the CBT?
Ans. No. The AP Vidyut AEE 2026 selection process involves only the Computer-Based Test (CBT). There is no interview stage. Candidates shortlisted in a 1:1 ratio against vacancies based on CBT merit are called for Certificate Verification, following which the final selection list is prepared, and postings are allotted.
Q5. What is the minimum qualifying percentage required to be shortlisted for Certificate Verification?
Ans. The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/OC/EWS candidates, 35% for BC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. However, 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, so only the top candidates (based on marks) are shortlisted.
Q6. Can I apply if I obtained my engineering degree through Distance Mode from a university outside Andhra Pradesh?
Ans. No. The notification explicitly states that Engineering degrees awarded under Distance Mode through study centres of State Universities outside Andhra Pradesh are not legally valid for this recruitment. Do not apply if your degree falls under this category, as it will be rejected at certificate verification.
Q7. What is the field posting requirement for selected AEE candidates?
Ans. 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 Electrical AEE, the first 5 years include 2 years in Maintenance, Repair & Testing (MRT) or construction wings and 3 years in operation/office posts in rural or tribal areas. No transfer requests to the office or headquarters are ordinarily entertained during this period.
Q8. What is the total service commitment required as per the Service Bond?
Ans. Every selected candidate must execute a Service Bond obligating them to serve the utility for a minimum of 5 years after the 2-year probation period, making the total minimum service commitment 7 years. Breaking the bond during probation results in forfeiture of all emoluments plus a ₹5,00,000 penalty. Resignation before completing the 5-year post-probation service results in a ₹10,00,000 penalty.
Your Next Step
Eligible candidates must submit their application via https://apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in before 20/07/2026 at 23:59 hrs-ensure you upload all required certificates and complete fee payment within the window. After the application closes, the board will release Hall Tickets approximately 7 days before the CBT, which is scheduled from 22 to 29 August 2026; the merit list is expected in the last week of September 2026. Stay informed about all exam updates and future recruitment cycles by following our free job alert service here at MyNaukriAlert.com.
