APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 : The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released a brief notification (Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026) for 686 Group-II Services vacancies. The posts include Deputy Tahsildar (200), Deputy MPDO (176), Senior Accountant, Assistant Section Officer, GST Officer, Sub-Registrar, Municipal Commissioner and more.
Online applications will be accepted on psc.ap.gov.in from 10 November 2026 to 30 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM). Any graduate can apply for most posts, and the pay scale goes up to ₹1,30,580 per month.
APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Overview
This article covers the post-wise vacancy, salary, qualification, exam pattern, syllabus and how to apply. The detailed notification with age limit, fee and category-wise vacancy will be released on or before 10 November 2026. We will update this page once it is out.
| Recruiting Body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada |
| Notification No. | 37/2026 (Brief Notification) |
| Exam Name | APPSC Group-II Services (General/Limited Recruitment) |
| Total Vacancies | 686 Posts |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,220 to ₹1,30,580 (post-wise) |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree (post-wise conditions apply) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection Process | Screening Test, Main Exam, Computer Proficiency Test (where applicable), Document Verification |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Group 2 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification Released | 13 October 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 10 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Screening Test (Prelims) Date | To be announced in the Detailed Notification |
APPSC Group 2 Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Details
A total of 686 provisional vacancies have been notified across 12 posts. The numbers may change after confirmation from the departments.
| No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 06 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| 02 | Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 07 | 44,570 – 1,27,480 |
| 03 | Deputy Tahsildar (A.P. Revenue Service) | 200 | 44,570 – 1,27,480 |
| 04 | Goods and Service Tax Officer (erstwhile ACTO) | 40 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| 05 | Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 10 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| 06 | Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer (Deputy MPDO) | 176 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| 07 | Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| 08 | Assistant Section Officer (GAD), A.P. Secretariat | 71 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| 09 | Assistant Section Officer (Finance Dept.) | 05 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| 10 | Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.) | 04 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| 11 | Senior Accountant (Treasuries & Accounts, HOD) | 90 | 34,580 – 1,07,210 |
| 12 | Junior Accountant (Treasuries & Accounts, HODs) | 48 | 25,220 – 80,910 |
| Total | 686 |
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APPSC Group 2 Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold the required qualification as on the date of the Detailed Notification.
| Post No. | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 01 to 08 | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university. For Sub-Registrar (Post 02), candidates with a Law degree get preference. |
| 09 – ASO (Finance) | Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce |
| 10 – ASO (Law) | Bachelor’s Degree in Law |
| 11 & 12 – Senior / Junior Accountant | Degree in Commerce, Economics or Mathematics (any degree is also accepted), AND a pass in one SBTET A.P. certificate course (Office Automation, PC Maintenance & Trouble Shooting, or Web Designing), OR a degree with Computers (BCA, B.Sc/B.Com/B.A. Computers, B.Tech/B.E. in CSE or IT). |
For Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector (Post 07), physical standards also apply. These will be given in the Detailed Notification.
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Age Limit
The age limit and age relaxation have not been given in the brief notification. They will be published in the Detailed Notification. The date of the Detailed Notification will be the crucial date for calculating age.
APPSC Group 2 Application Fee
The fee details will be announced in the Detailed Notification on or before 10 November 2026.
APPSC Group 2 Selection Process 2026
- Screening Test (Prelims): Offline, objective type, OMR based. It is used to shortlist candidates for the Main Exam.
- Main Examination: Two objective papers of 150 marks each.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): A qualifying test, for the posts where it applies.
- Document Verification
APPSC Group 2 Exam Pattern 2026
Screening Test (Prelims)
| Paper | Questions | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
Main Examination
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Social & Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh; Indian Constitution | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper-II | Indian & AP Economy; Science & Technology | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Total | 300 | |||
Negative Marking: In both the Screening Test and the Main Exam, 1/3rd mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Both are degree-standard objective exams.
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
The CPT is a 60-minute practical test of 100 marks on office automation (MS Office or LibreOffice).
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | 30 |
| BC | 35 |
| OC | 40 |
The test has two parts: MCQs on computer basics (20%), and practical tasks on Word, typing speed, inserting objects, Excel and PowerPoint (80%).
APPSC Group 2 Syllabus 2026
Screening Test: General Studies & Mental Ability (150 Marks)
| Section | Marks | Main Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Indian History | 30 | Ancient (Indus Valley to Harsha), Medieval (Cholas, Delhi Sultanate, Mughals, Bhakti & Sufi, Marathas), Modern (1857 Revolt, reform movements, National Movement, post-Independence) |
| Geography | 30 | Physical geography, India & AP physiography, climate, soils, disasters; economic and human geography of India & AP |
| Indian Society | 30 | Family, caste, tribe, religion, women; social issues; welfare schemes and constitutional provisions for SC/ST/BC/minorities |
| Current Affairs | 30 | International, national and Andhra Pradesh events |
| Mental Ability | 30 | Logical reasoning, series, coding-decoding, relations, basic numeracy, data analysis (tables, graphs, pie charts) |
Main Exam Paper-I (150 Marks)
- Section A – Social & Cultural History of AP (75 marks): Satavahanas, Ikshvakus, Eastern Chalukyas, dynasties from the 11th to 16th century, British rule, Nationalist Movement in Andhra, Andhra Movement, formation of Andhra State (1953) and Andhra Pradesh, events from 1956 to 2014.
- Section B – Indian Constitution (75 marks): Preamble, Fundamental Rights, DPSP, amendments, basic structure, Union-State relations, constitutional bodies, RTI, Lokpal, elections, anti-defection law, 73rd & 74th Amendments.
Main Exam Paper-II (150 Marks)
- Section A – Indian & AP Economy (75 marks): National income, planning, NITI Aayog, RBI and banking, inflation, GST, Budget, agriculture and industry, AP GSDP, AP budget, AP industrial and IT policy.
- Section B – Science & Technology (75 marks): Space, defence (DRDO), ICT and Digital India, cyber security, nuclear technology, energy, ecology and biodiversity, pollution and waste management, climate change, public health.
How to Apply for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website psc.ap.gov.in.
- If you are a new user, complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) to get your user ID. Existing users can log in with their OTPR ID.
- Find the Group-II Services application link (Notification No. 37/2026). It will be active from 10 November 2026.
- Read the Detailed Notification and fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload your photo, signature and documents as instructed.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Download and save the application PDF for future reference.
Tip: Do not wait for the last day. The APPSC site gets very slow near the deadline. Applications are accepted only online; no other mode is allowed.
Important Links
| Download Brief Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (from 10.11.2026) | Click Here |
| APPSC Official Website | Click Here |
APPSC Group 2 2026: FAQs
How many vacancies are there in APPSC Group 2 2026?
There are 686 vacancies in total. Deputy Tahsildar has the most posts (200), followed by Deputy MPDO (176) and Senior Accountant (90).
When does the APPSC Group 2 online application start?
The online application starts on 10 November 2026 and the last date is 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
What is the qualification for APPSC Group 2?
A Bachelor’s degree is required for all posts. ASO (Finance) needs a degree in Maths, Economics or Commerce, ASO (Law) needs a Law degree, and Senior/Junior Accountant also need a computer certificate or a degree with computers.
What is the age limit for APPSC Group 2 2026?
The age limit is not given in the brief notification. It will be announced in the Detailed Notification, which is due on or before 10 November 2026.
Is there negative marking in APPSC Group 2?
Yes. In both the Screening Test and the Main Exam, 1/3rd of the marks for a question are deducted for every wrong answer.
What is the salary of Deputy Tahsildar in APPSC Group 2?
The pay scale for Deputy Tahsildar is ₹44,570 – ₹1,27,480.
Is the APPSC Group 2 prelims exam online or offline?
The Screening Test will be held offline, on an OMR sheet. The date will be announced in the Detailed Notification.
Can final year students apply?
Candidates must hold the required qualification as on the date of the Detailed Notification. Final year students who have not completed their degree by then are not eligible.