The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the hall ticket for the Group 1 prelims exam on its official website. The exam is scheduled for March 17, 2024, and will be conducted in offline mode.
The candidates who have applied for the Group 1 posts can download their hall ticket from the link given below. In this article, we will provide you with the details of the APPSC Group 1 hall ticket, prelims exam scheme, and paper pattern.The people who want to work in Group 1 jobs, like collecting taxes, managing police, and so on, can apply for this test. If they fill the form online correctly, they can get the card that lets them take the test. They can get the card from the website of the people who are doing the test.
APPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket 2024
The APPSC Group 1 hall ticket is an essential document that the candidates must carry to the exam center. It contains important information such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, time, venue, and instructions. The hall ticket was released on March 10, 2024, on the APPSC website. The candidates can download it by entering their user ID and password. The hall ticket will not be sent by post or email to the candidates.
How to Download APPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket 2024?
The candidates can follow the steps given below to download their APPSC Group 1 hall ticket 2024:
- Visit the official website of APPSC at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Click on the link that says “Hall Tickets for the Group-I Services (Notification No.27/2018) – Screening Test (Published on 10/03/2024)”.
- Enter your user ID and password and click on the “Go” button.
- Your hall ticket will appear on the screen. Check the details carefully and download it.
- Take a printout of the hall ticket and keep it safe for future reference.
APPSC Prelims Exam Scheme 2024
The APPSC Group 1 prelims exam is the first stage of the selection process. It is a screening test that aims to shortlist the candidates for the mains exam. The prelims exam consists of two papers: Paper I and Paper II. Each paper has 120 questions of 1 mark each. The total duration of the exam is 4 hours (2 hours for each paper). There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer. The exam will be conducted in offline mode (OMR sheet).
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Paper Pattern 2024
The APPSC Group 1 prelims paper pattern is given below:
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies and Mental Ability | 120 | 120 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | Social and Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh and Indian Constitution | 120 | 120 | 2 hours |
| Total | 240 | 240 | 4 hours |
The candidates have to score at least 40% marks in each paper to qualify for the mains exam. However, the final cut-off marks will be decided by the APPSC based on the number of vacancies and the difficulty level of the exam.
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Syllabus 2024
The APPSC Group 1 prelims syllabus covers the following topics:
- Paper I: General Studies and Mental Ability
- Events of national and international importance
- Current affairs
- General science and its applications
- Geography of India and Andhra Pradesh
- Indian polity and governance
- Economic development in India and Andhra Pradesh
- Social and environmental issues
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Data interpretation
- Basic English language skills
- Paper II: Social and Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh and Indian Constitution
- Social and cultural history of Andhra Pradesh from ancient times to present day
- Various aspects of the Indian Constitution
- Indian national movement and role of Andhra Pradesh
- General overview of the Indian economy
- Planning and economic reforms in India
- Land reforms and social changes in Andhra Pradesh
- Rural development initiatives and welfare schemes
- Andhra Pradesh’s economy, present status, and growth potential
- Challenges and opportunities for Andhra Pradesh
How to Prepare for Prelims Exam 2024?
The APPSC Group 1 prelims exam is a competitive and challenging exam that requires a lot of preparation and practice. Here are some tips to help you ace the exam:
- Understand the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly and plan your study accordingly.
- Revise the basic concepts and facts from the NCERT books and other standard sources.
- Read newspapers and magazines regularly to keep yourself updated with the current affairs and general knowledge.
- Practice solving previous year papers and mock tests to improve your speed, accuracy, and time management skills.
- Focus on your weak areas and work on improving them.
- Revise the important topics and formulas before the exam day.
- Stay calm and confident and avoid any negative thoughts.
APPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam 2024: Important Dates and Links
The candidates who are appearing for the APPSC Group 1 prelims exam 2024 should note the following important dates and links:
- Application start date: January 7, 2024
- Application end date: February 6, 2024
- Hall ticket release date: March 10, 2024
- Exam date: March 17, 2024
- Result date: To be announced
- Official website: psc.ap.gov.in
- Hall ticket download link: Click here
- Notification link: Click here
- Syllabus link: [Click here]
