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APPSC Group 1 Prelims Previous Year Question Papers

Access the complete collection of APPSC Group 1 Prelims PYQs from 2017, 2018, 2022, and 2024. Crack the screening test with official question papers in English & Telugu.

7 Papers Available

4 Exam Cycles

120 Marks Each

English & Telugu

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Official APPSC Group 1 Prelims question papers across all recent exam cycles with notification details.

Conducting Year	Notification	Paper-1	Paper-2
2017	Notification 2016	Paper-1 General Studies & Mental Ability (120 Marks)	— Not Conducted
2018	Notification 2018	Paper-1 General Studies (120 Marks)	Paper-2 General Aptitude (120 Marks)
2022	Notification 2022	Paper-1 General Studies (120 Marks)	Paper-2 General Aptitude (120 Marks)
2024	Notification 2023	Paper-1 General Studies (120 Marks)	Paper-2 General Aptitude (120 Marks)

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Why Solve APPSC Group 1 Prelims PYQs?

The Prelims stage is the screening round for the APPSC Group 1 Mains, and practicing APPSC Group 1 Prelims Previous Year Question Papers is the single most effective strategy to clear the cutoff. These papers reveal the exact difficulty level, the weightage given to Andhra Pradesh-specific topics, and the recurring themes in General Studies & Mental Ability.

Crack the Cutoff: Understand the minimum qualifying score trends and aim 15–20% above previous cutoffs.
Master AP-Specific Topics: Focus on AP History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and current affairs that dominate the paper.
Time Management: Practice solving 120 objective questions in 120 minutes to build speed and accuracy.
Elimination Techniques: Learn to identify and eliminate wrong options through pattern recognition from previous years.

APPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Pattern

Before diving into the PYQs, understand the standard exam structure. Both papers carry equal weightage and the Prelims is qualifying in nature — you must clear the cutoff in both papers to appear for Mains.

Total Papers

2 Papers

Marks Per Paper

120 Marks

Duration

120 Minutes

Question Type

Objective (MCQ)

Negative Marking

1/3rd Mark*

Medium

English & Telugu

*Negative marking has generally been 1/3rd mark per wrong answer across Prelims cycles; always cross-check the exact clause in the specific year's official notification, as this has occasionally varied.

How to Download APPSC Prelims Old Papers?

Downloading the APPSC Group 1 Prelims Previous Papers PDF is completely free and requires no registration. Simply click the "Download" button for the paper and year you wish to practice — a quick popup will confirm the file before it downloads. Files are optimized for mobile and desktop viewing, ensuring smooth preparation for the upcoming APPSC Group 1 Notification 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I download APPSC Group 1 Prelims previous year question papers?

You can download APPSC Group 1 Prelims previous year question papers for 2017, 2018, 2022, and 2024 directly from the table above in PDF format for free.

How many marks does each APPSC Group 1 Prelims paper carry?

Each APPSC Group 1 Prelims paper carries 120 marks for 120 objective-type questions, with a duration of 120 minutes per paper.

How many papers are there in APPSC Group 1 Prelims?

The APPSC Group 1 Prelims examination consists of 2 papers — Paper-1 and Paper-2. Each paper carries 120 marks and both are qualifying in nature for the screening stage.

Why was there only 1 paper in the 2017 APPSC Prelims?

The 2017 Prelims was conducted under the older exam pattern with only a single General Studies paper. From 2018 onwards, APPSC introduced a 2-paper format, which continues in recent cycles.

Are APPSC Group 1 Prelims previous papers available in Telugu?

Yes, the APPSC Group 1 Prelims previous year question papers are conducted and available in both English and Telugu mediums. You can practice and write the Prelims exam in your preferred language.

Is there negative marking in APPSC Group 1 Prelims?

Most APPSC Group 1 Prelims cycles have carried a penalty of 1/3rd of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer, though the exact clause can vary slightly by notification, so it's worth double-checking the specific year's official rules. This makes careful attempt strategy crucial.

Will solving APPSC Group 1 Prelims PYQs help in the 2026 exam?

Absolutely. Solving APPSC Group 1 Prelims PYQs is one of the best ways to prepare for the 2026 exam, as it helps you understand the evolving question patterns, recurring AP-specific topics, and effective time management strategies.