1. Introduction

For many Andhra Pradesh government job aspirants, notifications from other states often create confusion - “Should I apply or skip?”
RIICO Recruitment 2026 is one such case.

This recruitment is not an Andhra Pradesh government notification. It is released by the Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO), a Rajasthan state PSU. However, Andhra Pradesh candidates are eligible to apply, subject to clear limitations that you must understand before spending money, time, and preparation effort.

This article is written to help AP aspirants decide rationally, not emotionally.

2. Key Recruitment Details (Verified Only)

Based strictly on the official notification:

  • Recruiting Authority: Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Ltd. (RIICO)
  • Total Vacancies: 98
  • Posts Included:
    Junior Assistant, Draughtsman-cum-Tracer (Civil), Personal Assistant Grade-II, Junior Legal Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer Grade-II, Programmer, Assistant Town Planner, Company Secretary
  • Application Mode: Online
  • Application Start Date: 2026-01-21
  • Last Date to Apply: 2026-02-20 (11:59 PM)
  • Official Website: riico.rajasthan.gov.in
  • Exam Date: Not available in the official notification

3. Eligibility Explained for Andhra Pradesh Candidates

Educational Qualification

The qualifications are post-specific and clearly mentioned in the notification.
There is no Andhra Pradesh-specific restriction on education. Degrees from AP universities are valid if they are recognized.

Local Status / Domicile

This is the most important reality check:

  • Reservation benefits (SC/ST/BC/MBC/EWS) are ONLY for Rajasthan domicile candidates
  • Andhra Pradesh SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates will be treated as General category
  • No local quota or preference for AP candidates

Age Relaxation

  • Age relaxations mentioned in the notification apply only to Rajasthan categories
  • AP candidates get no state-based age relaxation, except what applies universally (if any)

If you are crossing the upper age limit without Rajasthan relaxation, do not apply.

4. Who Should Apply - And Who Should Not

AP Candidates Who Can Consider Applying

  • Candidates desperately needing a government/PSU entry, irrespective of state
  • Candidates below 30-32 years, with age safely within limits
  • Candidates already preparing for banking / SSC / PSU-style online exams
  • Those open to long-term relocation to Rajasthan

AP Candidates Who Should Avoid This Recruitment

  • Aspirants depending on reservation benefits
  • Those focused strictly on Andhra Pradesh state jobs
  • Candidates preparing exclusively for APPSC Group 1 / Group 2 / Group 4
  • Anyone unwilling to work outside Andhra Pradesh permanently

Be honest: this job will not bring you back to AP postings.

5. Application Process - AP Context Warnings

The application process is fully online through the IBPS portal linked by RIICO.

Common AP Candidate Mistakes:

  • Uploading state caste certificates expecting reservation (not applicable)
  • Assuming future transfer to AP (no such provision mentioned)
  • Incorrect document uploads (photo, signature, thumb impression size mismatch)
  • Applying for multiple posts without matching qualifications

Once submitted, no correction is allowed.

6. Selection Process & What to Expect

Confirmed from notification:

  • Online Objective Examination
  • Some posts include:
    • Proficiency Test
    • Interview (Company Secretary only)
  • Merit strictly based on exam performance

Timeline Reality (Mentor Insight)

  • Exam date: Not announced
  • Result process may take months
  • Final joining often delayed due to verification and litigation - common in state PSUs

Do not expect fast appointment.

7. Salary, Job Role & Career Growth

Salary (During Probation - Fixed)

  • Ranges from ₹14,600 to ₹47,200 per month, depending on post
  • After probation, regular pay matrix applies (as per RIICO rules)

Posting Location

  • Anywhere in Rajasthan
  • No Andhra Pradesh posting or deputation mentioned

Career Growth

  • Stable PSU career within Rajasthan
  • Limited inter-state mobility
  • Promotion depends on internal policies, not APPSC norms

8. Preparation Strategy (For AP Aspirants)

If you decide to apply:

  • Focus on Part First (General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude)
  • Treat it like a bank/SSC-style exam
  • Ignore AP-specific polity or schemes - Rajasthan focus may appear
  • Time investment: 2-3 focused months minimum

Do not divert core APPSC preparation unless this is your primary target.

9. Pros & Cons (Critical View)

Pros

  • Government PSU stability
  • Clear exam-based selection
  • Suitable for multi-state job seekers

Cons

  • No reservation benefit for AP candidates
  • Posting strictly outside AP
  • High competition with Rajasthan locals
  • Probation salary is relatively modest for relocation cost

10. Applicant Checklist (Before You Apply)

  • ✔ Age within limit without Rajasthan relaxation
  • ✔ Qualification exactly matches post
  • ✔ Willing to work in Rajasthan long-term
  • ✔ No dependency on reservation benefits
  • ✔ Ready for competitive online exam

If any box is unchecked - skip this recruitment.

11. Conclusion

RIICO Recruitment 2026 is not a bad opportunity, but it is not meant for every Andhra Pradesh aspirant.

Apply only if:

  • You are flexible about location
  • You understand you are competing as a General category candidate
  • You are not sacrificing core AP government exam preparation

Blind applications waste money and mental energy.
Informed decisions protect your long-term career.

12. FAQs (AP Aspirant Focused)

Q. Can Andhra Pradesh SC/ST candidates get reservation?
No. Reservation is strictly for Rajasthan domicile candidates.

Q. Is this an APPSC recruitment?
No. APPSC has no role in this selection.

Q. Will experience here help AP government jobs later?
Only indirectly. It does not give priority in APPSC recruitments.

Q. Can I apply for multiple posts?
Only if you meet the exact qualification criteria for each post.