APPSC Forest Beat Officer Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern

APPSC Forest Beat Officer (FBO) 2026 – Complete Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

As per APPSC Brief Notification No. 18/2026 dated 15-09-2026, the post is Forest Beat Officer in A.P. Forest Subordinate Service. The notification provides the complete examination scheme and syllabus. Forest_Beat_Officer_182026

📋 EXAM PATTERN

Paper	Subject	Questions	Duration	Marks
Qualifying Test	Essay in English / Telugu / Urdu – Descriptive	1	45 Minutes	50
Paper-I	General Studies & Mental Ability – Objective	100	100 Minutes	100
Paper-II	General Science & General Mathematics – SSC Standard – Objective	100	100 Minutes	100
TOTAL	Written Examination	200 Questions	245 Minutes	200 Marks

Important Exam Points

Examination: Single-level examination
Screening Test: No
Mode: Online CBRT
Paper-I: 100 Questions – 100 Marks
Paper-II: 100 Questions – 100 Marks
Qualifying Essay: 1 Question – 50 Marks – 45 Minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3rd of the marks prescribed for each wrong answer
Walking Test: Required
Medical Examination: Required
Eligible candidates are picked up in 1:2 ratio with reference to vacancies for the Walking Test and Medical Examination. Forest_Beat_Officer_182026 Forest_Beat_Officer_182026

📚 COMPLETE SYLLABUS

QUALIFYING TEST

Essay Writing – 50 Marks

1 Essay
Duration: 45 Minutes
Language: English OR Telugu OR Urdu
Type: Descriptive
Essay theme: Forests and Environment

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PAPER-I

GENERAL STUDIES & MENTAL ABILITY

100 Marks

1. General Science

Contemporary developments in Science and Technology
Implications of Science and Technology
Everyday observation and experience
General scientific awareness at Intermediate level

2. Current Events

Current events of National importance
Current events of Andhra Pradesh

3. History of India

Social aspects
Economic aspects
Cultural aspects
Political aspects
Special focus on Andhra Pradesh
Indian National Movement

4. Geography

Geography of India
Special focus on Andhra Pradesh State

5. Indian Polity & Economy

Indian political system
Rural development
Planning
Economic reforms in India

6. Mental Ability

Reasoning
Inferences

7. Sustainable Development & Environmental Protection

8. Disaster Management

Concepts of disaster management
Vulnerability profile of India
Vulnerability profile of Andhra Pradesh
Causes and effects of:
- Earthquakes
- Cyclones
- Tsunami
- Floods
- Drought
Man-made disasters
Prevention strategies
Mitigation strategies
Mitigation measures

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PAPER-II

GENERAL SCIENCE & GENERAL MATHEMATICS

SSC Standard – 100 Marks

PART-A: GENERAL SCIENCE

50 Marks

1. Sources of Energy

Renewable Sources

Solar energy
- Solar cooker
- Solar water heater
- Solar cell
Wind energy
Hydro energy
- Tides of ocean
- Hydroelectric energy
Geothermal energy
Wood
Biogas
Hydrogen
Alcohol

Non-Renewable Sources

Fossil fuels
- Coal
- Petroleum
- Natural gas
Conditions for combustion
Choice of a good fuel
Fuel efficiency
Nuclear fusion
Nuclear fission
Chain reaction
Nuclear reactor
Basic principles
Safety measures
Advantages and hazards of nuclear energy
Mangal Turbine (Fuel-less turbine)
Principle
Working
Uses

2. Living World

Life Processes

Nutrition
Autotrophic nutrition
Heterotrophic nutrition
Parasitic nutrition
Saprophytic nutrition

Plant Nutrition

Photosynthesis
Factors affecting photosynthesis

Animal Nutrition

Nutrition in Amoeba
Nutrition in grasshopper

Human System

Human digestive system
Respiration in plants
Respiration in animals
Aerobic respiration
Anaerobic respiration
Respiration through:
- Skin
- Gills
- Trachea
- Lungs
Earthworm
Fish
Grasshopper
Human respiratory system
Structure and functions

3. Transportation & Excretion

Transportation

Transportation in plants
Transportation of water
Transportation of minerals
Transportation of food
Transportation in humans

Blood

Composition of blood
Functions of blood
Clotting of blood
Blood groups
Blood transfusion
Heart
Structure and functions of blood vessels
Elementary knowledge of lymphatic system

Excretion

Excretion in Amoeba
Excretion in earthworm
Human excretion
Osmoregulation

Nervous System & Hormones

Human nervous system
Hormones
Reflex action

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4. Reproduction, Growth, Heredity & Evolution

Reproduction & Growth

Asexual Reproduction

Fission
Budding
Regeneration
Vegetative propagation in plants
Cutting
Grafting
Layering
Parthenogenesis

Sexual Reproduction

Significance
Reproductive parts of plants
Pollination
Fertilization
Human reproductive system
Mental changes during human development
Physical changes during human development

Heredity & Evolution

Heredity
Variations
Chromosomes
DNA – elementary knowledge
Genes
Sex determination
Elementary knowledge of evolution

5. Natural Resources

Metals

Ores
Minerals
Metallurgy
Enrichment of ores
Extraction of metals
Refinement and purification
Iron
Aluminium
Activity series of metals
General properties of metals
Corrosion
Alloys
Components
Properties and uses of:
- Steel
- Stainless steel
- Brass
- Magnalium
- Gold alloys

Non-Metals

Importance
General properties
Preparation of hydrogen
Properties and uses of hydrogen
Manufacturing of ammonia – reactions
Properties and uses of ammonia
Sulphur
Occurrence
Extraction
Properties
Allotropy
Effect of heat
Uses
Sulphur dioxide
Properties and uses
Manufacture of sulphuric acid – reactions
Properties and uses of sulphuric acid

6. Carbon Compounds

Functional groups – oxygen-containing
Alcohols
Preparation
Properties
Uses
Formaldehyde
Preparation methods
Properties
Uses
Acetone
Preparation methods
Properties
Uses
Acetic acid
Preparation methods
Properties
Uses
Common synthetic polymers
Soaps
Detergents

7. Environment & Environmental Problems

Causes of environmental problems
Prevention
Control measures
Land pollution
Water pollution
Air pollution
Noise pollution
Accumulation of waste materials
Biodegradable materials
Non-biodegradable materials
Interaction between biotic and abiotic components
Ecosystem
Ecological balance
Conservation of environment
Water management
Water conservation
Rainwater harvesting
Groundwater recharging
Conservation of forests
Land management
Land conservation
Public awareness for environmental protection
Greenhouse effect
Global warming
Ozone layer depletion
Acid rain

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8. ETHNOBOTANY

Topics

Morphological study of medicinal plants
Classification based on their use
Classification based on life span
Botanical names
Medicinal uses of seasonal and perennial plants

Seasonal Plants

Common Name	Botanical Name
Malkangni	Celastrus paniculatus
Cumin	Cuminum cyminum
Ashwaganda	Withania somnifera
Fennel	Foeniculum vulgare
Ginger	Zingiber officinale
Ajwayin	Trachyspermum ammi
Turmeric	Curcuma longa
Marua	Origanum majorana
Garlic	Allium sativum
Tulsi	Ocimum sanctum
Fenugreek	Trigonella foenum-graecum
Vacha	Achorus calamus
Touch-me-not	Mimosa pudica
Adusa	Adhatoda vasica
Soya	Glycine max
Giloy	Tinospora cordifolia
Shatawar	Asparagus racemosus
Harjor	Cissus quadrangularis
Sarpgandha	Rauvolfia serpentina
Bryophytum	Bryophytum pinnatum
Isabgol	Plantago ovata
Bhui Aonla	Phyllanthus niruri
Dioscorea	Dioscorea pentaphylla
Castor	Ricinus communis

Perennial Plants

Common Name	Botanical Name
Harad	Terminalia chebula
Harshinagar	Nyctanthus arbor-tristis
Baheda	Terminalia bellirica
Amaltash	Cassia fistula
Aonla	Phyllanthus emblica
Pomegranate	Punica granatum
Nirgundi	Vitex negundo
Sandal	Santalum album
Babool	Acacia nilotica
Nuxvom	Strychnus nux-vomica
Neem	Azadirachta indica
Paras peepal	Thespesia populnea
Sheesham	Dalbergia sissoo
Arjuna	Terminalia arjuna
Catechu	Acacia catechu
Eucalyptus	Eucalyptus
Karanj	Pongamia pinnata
Bel	Aegle marmelos
Sweet Neem	Murraya koenigii
Apamargh	Achyranthes aspera
Kachnar	Bauhinia variegata
Bhringraj	Eclipta alba
Peepal	Ficus religiosa
Kaner	Nerium oleander

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9. UNIVERSE & SPACE EXPLORATION

The Universe

Solar system
Exploring space
Planets
Asteroids
Comets
Meteors
Origin of Earth
Evolution of Earth
Structure of stars
Constellations
Milky Way
Galaxy
Structure of universe
Theories of universe

Space Exploration

Brief history of space exploration
Spacecraft
Types of artificial satellites
Satellite orbits
Uses of artificial satellites in:
- Communication
- Weather forecasting
- Remote sensing
- Space exploration

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PART-B: GENERAL MATHEMATICS

50 Marks | SSC Standard

1. ARITHMETICS

Number System
Natural numbers
Integers
Rational numbers
Real numbers
Fundamental operations
Addition
Subtraction
Multiplication
Division
Square roots
Decimal fractions
Unitary method
Time and distance
Time and work
Percentages
Simple interest
Compound interest
Profit and loss
Ratio and proportion
Variation
Elementary number theory
Division algorithm
Prime numbers
Composite numbers
Divisibility tests:
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 9
- 11
Multiples and factors
Factorisation theorem
HCF
LCM
Euclidean algorithm
Logarithms to base 10
Laws of logarithms
Logarithmic tables

2. ALGEBRA

Basic operations
Simple factors
Remainder theorem
HCF
LCM
Theory of polynomials
Quadratic equations
Relation between roots and coefficients
Simultaneous linear equations in two unknowns
Analytical solutions
Graphical solutions
Simultaneous linear inequalities
Practical problems
Set language
Set notation
Rational expressions
Conditional identities
Laws of indices

3. TRIGONOMETRY

Sine
Cosine
Tangent
Values at:
- 0°
- 30°
- 45°
- 60°
- 90°
Simple trigonometric identities
Trigonometric tables
Heights and distances

4. GEOMETRY

Lines and angles
Plane figures
Angles at a point
Parallel lines
Sides and angles of a triangle
Congruency of triangles
Similar triangles
Medians and altitudes
Parallelogram
Rectangle
Square
Circles
Tangents
Normals
Loci

5. MENSURATION

Areas of squares
Rectangles
Parallelograms
Triangles
Circles
Composite figures
Field Book
Surface area and volume of cuboids
Lateral surface and volume of right circular cones
Cylinders
Spheres

6. STATISTICS

Collection of statistical data
Tabulation
Frequency polygons
Histograms
Bar charts
Pie charts
Measures of central tendency

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💻 COMPUTER PROFICIENCY TEST (CPT)

Practical Test

Test	Duration	Maximum Marks	SC/ST	BC	OC
Proficiency in Office Automation with Computers & Associated Software	60 Minutes	100	30	35	40

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CPT PART-A

Introduction to Computers
Computer components and classification
Peripheral devices
Input devices
Keyboard
Mouse
Scanner
Light pen
Touch screen
Joystick
Microphone
Digital camera
Barcode reader
Biometric sensor
Output devices
Display devices
Printers
Monitor
Speaker
Plotter
Secondary storage
FDD
Magnetic tape
USB
Pen drives
Disks
Data and Information
RAM
ROM
Control Unit
Memory Unit
ALU
System software
Application software
Embedded software
Proprietary software
Open-source software
Operating systems
Windows
GUI and CUI
Files and folders
Linux
Mac OS
Internet concepts
IP Address
Browsers
Uploading and downloading
E-Mail
Mailing lists
World Wide Web
Web navigation
Web searching

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CPT PART-B

Office Suite

MS Office
LibreOffice
Apache OpenOffice
NeoOffice

Office Operations

Starting and exiting applications
Office Shortcut Bar
File creation
Text entry and editing
Saving/opening/closing files
File management
Cut, Copy, Paste
Drag and Drop
Menu bars
Toolbars
Undo/Redo
Spell checking
AutoCorrect
Find and Replace
Templates
Wizards

MS Word / Equivalent

Document creation
Editing
Formatting
Page setup
Printing
Find/Replace/Go To
Document views
Header and Footer
Page numbers
Tables
Sorting
Graphics
Pictures
WordArt
Charts
Hyperlinks
Bookmarks
Fonts
Paragraphs
Bullets
Borders and shading
Columns
Drop Cap
Themes
Spelling and grammar
Word count
Tables
Merge/Split cells
Formula
Macros
Keyboard shortcuts
Mail Merge

MS Excel / Equivalent

Worksheets
Cell selection
Data entry and editing
Formulas
Cell references
AutoFill
Formatting
Sorting
Inserting/deleting cells
Page setup
Functions
Charts
Trend lines
Data maps
Graphics
Macros
Subtotals
Databases
CSV files

MS PowerPoint / Equivalent

Presentation views
Slides
Templates
Master slides
Text formatting
Images
Graphics
Multimedia
Animation
Transitions
Timings
Slide show
Printing

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📊 CPT ASSESSMENT PATTERN

Component	Weightage
Part-A – MCQ Test	20%
Typing Speed	25%
Organizing & Inserting Objects	15%
Excel – Data, Formulae, Formatting & Graphs	20%
PowerPoint Presentation	20%
TOTAL	100%

The CPT practical assessment includes document formatting, typing, tables, images/WordArt, mail merge, Excel formulas and graphs, and PowerPoint presentations with text, images, tables, transitions and animation. Forest_Beat_Officer_182026