Exam Overview
The APPSC CDPO Exam 2026 is conducted by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) to recruit candidates for the position of Child Development Project Officer (CDPO). This exam assesses applicants on various subjects relevant to child development and social work.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1 | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Section 2 | Home Science / Social Work / Sociology | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
Each question carries 1 mark, with a total of 300 marks for the exam.
Subject-wise Syllabus
Section 1: General Studies & Mental Ability
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Indian Constitution & Polity
- Indian Economy & Planning
- Geography (India & World, focusing on Andhra Pradesh)
- History of India & Andhra Pradesh
- Environmental Issues & Disaster Management
- Science & Technology Developments
- Logical Reasoning
- Analytical Ability
- Data Interpretation
- Number Series & Sequences
- Coding-Decoding
- Problem Solving
Section 2: Home Science / Social Work / Sociology
- Child Development
- Growth & Development of Children (Stages & Principles)
- Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)
- Child Psychology, Behaviour & Learning Processes
- Family & Child Welfare
- Nutrition
- Balanced Diet & Nutritional Requirements (especially for Women & Children)
- Malnutrition, Deficiency Diseases & Public Health Nutrition
- Food Science, Preservation & Dietetics
- Problems in Improving Nutritional Status of Community
- Family Resource Management & Health & Hygiene
- Community Development & Social Welfare Programs
- Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
- Government Schemes for Women & Children
- Women Empowerment & Family Welfare
- Concept of Social Work, Historical Review (India & Abroad)
- Fields & Methods of Social Work
- Poverty, Unemployment & Social Control
- Social Welfare Programs
- ICDS & Related Initiatives
- Women & Child Welfare Schemes
- State & National Programs for Empowerment & Development
Preparation Tips
- Start early and create a study schedule.
- Focus on understanding concepts rather than rote learning.
- Practice previous years’ question papers.
- Take regular mock tests to assess your preparation.
- Stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| APPSC Official Website | Visit |
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