APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026
Key Recruitment Details At-a-Glance
APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026
The APPSC Endowment Officer Syllabus 2026 (for Executive Officer Grade-III in A.P. Endowments Sub-Service) is based on previous recruitment patterns (2021-2025). The syllabus focuses on General Studies & Mental Ability and Hindu Philosophy & Temple System.
Exam Pattern:
Preliminary Examination (Qualifying) | Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | |---|---|---|---| | A | General Studies & Mental Ability | 50 | 50 | | B | Hindu Philosophy & Temple System | 100 | 100 | | Total | | 150 | 150 |
Negative marking of 1/3 for wrong answers.
Mains Examination (Written Test) | Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | |---|---|---|---|---| | Paper 1 | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes | | Paper 2 | Hindu Philosophy & Temple System | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
Negative marking of 1/3 for wrong answers. Final merit based on Mains performance.
Syllabus Highlights:
- General Studies & Mental Ability: Current Affairs, History of India & Andhra Pradesh, Polity, Economy, Science, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Disaster Management, Bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh.
- Hindu Philosophy & Temple System: Ramayanam, Mahabharatham, Bhagavatham, Puranas, Temple Agamas, Hindu Festivals, Vedic Culture, Philosophies & Gurus, Temple Income & Duties of Executive Officers, Endowments Act.
Selection Process:
- Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)
- Mains Examination (Merit-based)
- Document Verification
Preparation Tips:
- Prioritize AP-specific topics.
- Revise current affairs daily.
- Practice previous year papers and mock tests.
- Strengthen logical reasoning and data interpretation.
- Focus on conceptual clarity in temple administration and Hindu philosophy.