Archive · 28 Jan 2026
Low turnout for APPSC exams on Day-1
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) had exams for 17 different jobs.
On the first day, only 36% of the expected candidates showed up.
Out of 5,718 candidates, only 2,056 attended, while 3,662 were absent.
The exams were held at 24 centers in the NTR district.
The district collector, G Lakshmisha, checked the centers and said all necessary facilities like water, toilets, and electricity were provided.
He also mentioned that the electricity department was ensuring there were no power problems.
Only 36% of candidates attended the APPSC exams on the first day.
Out of 5,718 expected candidates, 2,056 attended and 3,662 were absent.
Examinations were held at 24 centers across the NTR district.
NTR district collector G Lakshmisha inspected examination centers and reviewed facilities.
All necessary facilities, including drinking water, toilets, and uninterrupted power supply, were provided.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) and candidates
- What
- Low turnout for APPSC exams on the first day
- When
- Tuesday (Day-1)
- Where
- 24 centers across NTR district, Vijayawada
- Why
- Not specified
- Total candidates expected
- 5,718
- Candidates attended
- 2,056
- Attendance percentage
- 36%
- Candidates absent
- 3,662
- Examination centers
- 24
- District
- NTR
- Inspector
- G Lakshmisha
