AP Works & Accounts (Zone wise) Sub Service Senior Accountant Syllabus
The comprehensive syllabus for the AP Works & Accounts (Zone wise) Sub-Service Senior Accountant exam generally includes the following subjects:
1. General Studies and Mental Ability
Current Affairs:
- Important events of national and international importance.
General Science:
- Contemporary developments in science and technology.
Indian History and Culture:
- Emphasis on the history and culture of Andhra Pradesh.
Geography:
- Social, economic, and physical geography of India, particularly Andhra Pradesh.
Indian Polity:
- The Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, reforms, and e-governance initiatives.
Indian Economy:
- Economic development, planning, and reforms in India, with a focus on Andhra Pradesh.
Mental Ability:
- Logical reasoning, analytical ability, and data interpretation.
Disaster Management:
- Concepts related to disaster management, vulnerability profiles, and strategies for prevention, mitigation, and response.
2. Arithmetic and Logical Reasoning
Arithmetic:
- Number systems, percentages, profit and loss, ratio and proportion, averages, simple and compound interest, time and work, time and distance.
Logical Reasoning:
- Sequences, patterns, analogies, syllogisms, and puzzles.
3. Accountancy and Financial Management
Basic Accountancy:
- Accounting principles, journal entries, ledgers, trial balance, final accounts, depreciation, and inventory valuation.
Cost Accounting:
- Fundamental concepts of cost accounting, types of costs, preparation of cost sheets, and techniques for cost control.
Financial Management:
- Principles of financial management, capital budgeting, working capital management, and financial analysis.
Government Accounting:
- Government accounting procedures, treasury operations, preparation and presentation of accounts, financial administration, and budgetary control.
4. Public Works Accounts and Procedures
Works Accounts:
- Procedures for preparation and sanctioning of estimates, maintenance of works accounts, contracts, agreements, and tenders.
Public Works Code:
- Andhra Pradesh Public Works Accounts Code, rules for maintenance of measurement books, and procedures for payment to contractors.
Financial Management in Public Works:
- Budgeting, expenditure control, and financial oversight in public works projects.
5. General Financial Rules (GFR) and Treasury Code
General Financial Rules (GFR):
- Overview of financial rules, delegation of financial powers, procurement procedures, and expenditure management.
Treasury Code:
- Andhra Pradesh Treasury Code, rules for handling government funds, maintenance of cash books, and preparation of accounts.
6. Information Technology and Computer Applications
Basic IT Concepts:
- Fundamentals of computer systems, software, and hardware.
MS Office Applications:
- Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and email management.
E-Governance:
- Overview of digital initiatives in government, online services, and basic principles of cyber security.
7. Andhra Pradesh Financial Code (APFC)
APFC Overview:
- Guidelines for budget preparation, expenditure control, and financial management in the state.
Procedures under APFC:
- Rules for sanctioning expenditure, management of advances, and control over government funds.
8. Civil Engineering Basics (For Technical Posts)
Construction Materials:
- Properties and testing of materials used in construction.
Building Construction:
- Planning, design, and construction of buildings, including structural aspects.
Surveying:
- Principles and practices of surveying, types of surveys, and preparation of survey maps.
