The Transmission Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Limited (APTRANSCO) has officially published its recruitment notification on 25th June 2026, inviting applications from eligible engineering graduates across Andhra Pradesh and other states. APTRANSCO is the backbone of Andhra Pradesh’s electrical infrastructure, responsible for transmitting high-voltage power across the length and breadth of the state. With the highest number of vacancies among all AP power utilities in this recruitment cycle — 200 posts across six zones — this is one of the most significant government engineering recruitment opportunities of 2026. This detailed guide explains everything about APTRANSCO AEE Recruitment 2026, including vacancies, eligibility, selection process, syllabus, and application steps.
APTRANSCO AEE Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Transmission Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Limited (APTRANSCO) |
| Post Name | Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical / Telecom / Civil) |
| Total Vacancies | 200 (167 Electrical + 23 Civil + 10 Telecom) |
| Notification Number | RO.No.GMCC/APTRANSCO/85/26-27, Dt. 25.06.2026 |
| Application Opens | 30th June 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Application Closes | 20th July 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Exam Dates | 22nd August to 29th August 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1,000/- |
| Official Website | aptransco.gov.in / apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in |
Zone-Wise Vacancy Breakup
APTRANSCO has organized its recruitment across 6 operational zones, each covering specific districts of Andhra Pradesh.
AEE / Electrical – 167 Posts
| Zone | Open (5%) | Local (95%) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visakhapatnam | 1 | 26 | 27 |
| Rajamahendravaram | 1 | 21 | 22 |
| Vijayawada | 1 | 15 | 16 |
| Amaravati | 1 | 31 | 32 |
| Kadapa | 1 | 31 | 32 |
| Kurnool | 1 | 37 | 38 |
| Total | 6 | 161 | 167 |
AEE / Civil – 23 Posts
| Zone | Open (5%) | Local (95%) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visakhapatnam | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Rajamahendravaram | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Vijayawada | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Amaravati | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Kadapa | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Kurnool | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Total | 6 | 17 | 23 |
AEE / Telecom – 10 Posts
| Zone | Open (5%) | Local (95%) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visakhapatnam | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Rajamahendravaram | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vijayawada | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Amaravati | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Kadapa | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Kurnool | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Total | 5 | 5 | 10 |
There are also 8 backlog vacancies across disciplines (4 Electrical, 3 Civil, 1 Telecom) to be filled as per prescribed backlog rules.
Zone-wise District Coverage
Understanding which zone covers your home district is critical for applying as a local candidate:
| Zone | Districts |
|---|---|
| Visakhapatnam (VSP) | Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli |
| Rajamahendravaram (RJY) | Alluri Sitarama Raju, East Godavari, Kakinada, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, Polavaram |
| Vijayawada (VJA) | West Godavari, Eluru, NTR, Krishna |
| Amaravati (AMV) | Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore, Markapuram |
| Kadapa (KDP) | Tirupati, Chittoor, Annamayya, YSR Kadapa |
| Kurnool (KNL) | Nandyal, Ananthapuramu, Kurnool, Sri Sathya Sai |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 42 years of age as on 1st July 2026.
Age relaxation details:
- SC / ST / BC / EWS candidates: Maximum age of 47 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Maximum age of 52 years
Educational Qualification
- AEE / Electrical: Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a UGC and AICTE recognized university.
- AEE / Telecom: Degree in Telecommunications / Electronics / Electronics and Communication Engineering from a recognized institution.
- AEE / Civil: Degree in Civil Engineering from a UGC and AICTE recognized university.
All qualifications must be in possession as on the notification date (25th June 2026). Distance mode degrees from universities outside Andhra Pradesh are not valid. Equivalent qualification claims must be supported by an Equivalency Certificate from the concerned university Registrar.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 1,000/- payable through the online Payment Gateway from 30th June to 20th July 2026. This fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
How to Apply for APTRANSCO AEE 2026
The entire application process is online:
- Go to https://aptransco.gov.in or https://apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in
- Register using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number (an OTP will be sent for verification)
- Log in and complete the application form with educational qualifications, personal details, and zone / utility preferences
- Upload your passport-size photograph, signature, and other required documents
- Pay the Rs. 1,000/- application fee
- Submit the application form before the deadline
Portal opens: 30th June 2026 at 10:00 AM Portal closes: 20th July 2026 at 11:59 PM
Important: The preferences exercised for utilities (APTRANSCO, APEPDCL, APCPDCL, APSPDCL, APGENCO) and zones at the time of application are final and cannot be changed after submission. Choose carefully.
Common Recruitment Examination
APTRANSCO participates in the Common Recruitment Examination jointly conducted with other AP power utilities. Candidates submit only one application through the shared Common Recruitment Portal. Based on CBT scores and preferences, candidates are allotted to utilities and zones in order of merit.
Exam Pattern
The CBT spans 3 hours and carries 100 marks. There is no negative marking.
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Core Technical (Post-specific) | 70 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 5 |
| General Awareness | 7 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 5 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 8 |
| Computer Knowledge | 5 |
| Total | 100 |
The exam is conducted in English only.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| OC / EWS | 40% |
| Backward Classes (BC) | 35% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 30% |
Reaching the minimum threshold does not guarantee call-up for certificate verification. Selection is strictly merit-based relative to the notified number of vacancies.
Complete Syllabus
AEE / Electrical (Core – 70 Marks)
Electric Circuits: Network graph, KCL, KVL, node/mesh analysis, star-delta transformation, Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Superposition, Maximum Power Transfer, two-port networks, three-phase circuits, AC fundamentals, harmonics, resonance.
Electrical Machines: Single and three-phase transformers, DC machines (generators and motors), three-phase induction motors, single-phase induction motors, synchronous machines.
Power Systems: Transmission lines, underground cables, string insulators, distribution systems, load flow, fault analysis, protection (alternator, transformer, transmission lines), circuit breakers, system stability.
Utilization & Control Systems: Feedback control, transfer functions, Bode plots, root locus, Routh and Nyquist criteria, electric heating, welding, and electric traction.
Measurements: Bridges, potentiometers, PMMC instruments, energy and power measurement, oscilloscopes, Q-meters.
Analog & Digital Electronics: Diodes, BJT, FET, amplifiers, oscillators, combinational and sequential logic circuits, microprocessor basics.
Power Electronics & Drives: Thyristors, GTOs, MOSFETs, IGBTs, phase-controlled rectifiers, choppers, inverters, adjustable speed drives.
AEE / Telecom (Core – 70 Marks)
Network Analysis: Kirchhoff’s Laws, Laplace Transforms, RLC circuits, transient analysis.
Fourier Series & Transforms: Continuous/discrete Fourier, z-transforms, two-port parameters, filters, attenuators.
Electronic Devices & Circuits: PN junction, transistors, amplifiers, oscillators, FET, SCR.
Digital Circuits: Logic gates, number systems, counters, sequential circuits, ADC/DAC.
Linear Control Systems: Open/closed loop, Bode plots, Nyquist criterion, Lead-Lag compensation.
Transmission Lines & Antennas: Line equations, VSWR, standing waves, impedance matching.
Maxwell’s Equations & Field Theory: Plane waves, boundary conditions, antenna arrays.
Waveguides & Components: Microwave sources, couplers, link design.
Microprocessors & Microcontrollers: Architecture, assemblers, memory devices.
Communication Systems: Modulation, SNR, demodulators, fibre optics, satellite communication.
AEE / Civil (Core – 70 Marks)
Strength of Materials: Stresses, strains, beams, torsion, columns.
Reinforced Concrete: Cement, aggregates, mix design, beams, slabs, columns, footings, limit state design.
Soil Mechanics: Classification, permeability, compaction, shear strength, Earth pressure, slope stability.
Steel Structures: Beams, columns, gusseted bases, roof trusses, plastic analysis.
Fluid Mechanics & Machinery: Bernoulli’s equation, orifices, weirs, turbines, pumps.
Foundation Engineering: Bearing capacity, pile foundations, coffer dams, caissons, site investigations.
Common Syllabus (All Posts – 30 Marks)
Reasoning & General Intelligence: Analogy, classification, series, coding-decoding, Venn diagrams, pattern folding, number series.
General Awareness: Current events, Indian history, culture, geography, economy, science.
Quantitative Aptitude: Whole numbers, decimals, fractions, arithmetic operations (10+2 standard).
English Language & Comprehension: Grammar, vocabulary, synonyms/antonyms, comprehension passages, sentence correction.
Computer Knowledge: CPU, memory, MS Office, internet, e-banking, cyber security, networking basics.
Computer Based Test Centers
The CBT will be conducted across 47 AP cities including Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati, Kurnool, Guntur, Kakinada, Rajahmundry, Nellore, Kadapa, Srikakulam, and many more. Centers in other states:
| State | City |
|---|---|
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Khammam |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| Odisha | Berhampur |
Pay Scale
Probation period: 2 years (within a continuous 3-year span) Probationary salary: Rs. 75,000/- per month
Post-probation time scale (RPS-2022): Rs. 86245 – 2900 – 100745 – 3350 – 117495 – 3725 – 136120 – 4155 – 156895 – 4550 – 179645 – 4850 – 203895 – 5020 – 208915
Field Posting Requirement
Selected candidates in APTRANSCO are required to work in field offices — specifically Meter and Relay Testing (MRT), Line Maintenance, Sub-station Maintenance, and/or Construction Divisions — for a minimum of 5 continuous years from the date of initial appointment. During this period:
- No requests for transfer to headquarters or office postings will be entertained
- Promotion and SGP increments eligibility begins only after completing the mandatory field tenure
- Any attempt to influence postings through political or improper means will result in cancellation of appointment
Service Bond
All appointed candidates must execute a Service Bond (on Non-Judicial Stamp Paper of Rs. 110/-) at the time of joining:
- Bond period: 7 years (2 years probation + 5 years mandatory service)
- Original certificates (Degree, Date of Birth, Community) to be deposited with APTRANSCO during the bond period
- To access certificates during the bond period: Deposit Rs. 1,00,000/- as security (refunded after re-deposit)
- Resignation during probation: Refund of emoluments + Rs. 5,00,000/- liquidated damages
- Resignation after probation but before completing 5 years: Rs. 10,00,000/- liquidated damages
Local Candidature Rules
Reservation to local candidates follows G.O.Ms. No. 45, General Administration Department, dated 20th April 2026 (AP Presidential Order 2025). 95% of Local category posts are reserved for zone-specific local candidates.
Candidates who migrated from Telangana to Andhra Pradesh between 2nd June 2014 and 1st June 2024 are treated as local candidates and must produce a Local Status Certificate at the time of certificate verification.
Documents for Certificate Verification
Shortlisted candidates must bring originals of:
- Application form & Hall Ticket
- SSC, Intermediate, Degree and PG certificates
- Age proof (Birth Certificate / SSC Memo)
- Community Certificate (SC / ST / BC / EWS)
- PwBD Certificate (SADAREM-issued)
- Study / Residence Certificates for local status
- Income Certificate for EWS (issued within the previous financial year)
- Valid Government-issued photo ID
- No Objection Certificate from current employer (if applicable)
- Local Status Certificate for Telangana-to-AP migrants
APTRANSCO Recruitment 2026 – Important Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 25th June 2026 |
| Application Window Opens | 30th June 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Application Deadline | 20th July 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Online Mock Test Available | 15th August 2026 onwards |
| Hall Ticket Download | 7 days before exam start |
| CBT Examination | 22nd – 29th August 2026 |
| Initial Answer Key Release | 2nd day after last exam session |
| Objection Window | 7 days after initial key release |
| Final Answer Key | 7 days after objection deadline |
| Merit List Announcement | Tentatively September last week 2026 |
Notification & Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | APTRANSCO AEE Recruitment 2026 PDF |
| Apply Online | https://apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in |
| Official Website | https://apspdcl.in |
Helpdesk Information
Help Desk Office: O/o Chief General Manager (HRD), APTRANSCO, Vidyut Soudha, Gunadala, Vijayawada – 520004
Helpline Numbers: 9491030815, 9491049350, 8333993050, 8106664909, 9440679654
Helpdesk Hours: All working days from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
For grievances, visit the online portal: https://aptransco.gov.in or https://apvidyutrecruitment.apcfss.in
Key Points to Remember
- Submit only one application through the Common Recruitment Portal.
- Utility and zone preferences submitted are final and irrevocable.
- The CBT is in English only, with no negative marking.
- All documents must be uploaded before submission — Hall Tickets will not be issued without uploaded certificates.
- Biometric verification will be conducted at all exam centers. Report at least 1 hour before exam commencement.
- Electronic devices (mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices) are strictly prohibited at exam centers.
- Candidates in government service must submit a No Objection Certificate.
Why APTRANSCO Is a Top Career Choice
APTRANSCO offers a combination of a competitive starting salary, structured pay progression under RPS-2022, job security, and the opportunity to contribute to Andhra Pradesh’s critical power transmission infrastructure. Working in field divisions across all six zones of the state offers unparalleled hands-on engineering experience that builds both technical competence and leadership capability.
With 200 vacancies — the largest among all AP power utilities in this cycle — APTRANSCO AEE 2026 is the best opportunity of the year for engineering graduates in Andhra Pradesh.
Start your preparation now. Apply before 20th July 2026 and stay updated at https://aptransco.gov.in.
