APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission for 686 provisional Group-II Services vacancies, under Brief Notification No. 37/2026 dated 13 October 2026. According to the published information, eligible graduates can apply online from 10 November to 30 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) on the Commission’s official website.
The notification covers 12 categories of posts – led by 200 Deputy Tahsildar and 176 Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer vacancies, along with 90 Senior Accountant and 80 Assistant Section Officer posts – with pay scales ranging from Rs. 25,220-80,910 to Rs. 45,830-1,30,580. Selection will be through an offline OMR-based screening test and a two-paper main examination. Candidates should check the post-wise qualifications and confirm every detail from the official notification on psc.ap.gov.in.
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Overview
| Recruiting body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification | Brief Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026 |
| Service | Group-II Services, Andhra Pradesh (General/Limited Recruitment) |
| Total vacancies | 686 (provisional) across 12 post categories |
| Educational qualification | Recognised Bachelor’s degree for most posts; specific degree subjects and computer-related qualifications apply to certain post codes |
| Pay scale | Rs. 25,220-80,910 to Rs. 45,830-1,30,580, depending on the post |
| Application window | 10 November to 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM), online only |
| Detailed notification | To be available on or before 10 November 2026 |
| Selection process | Screening test (offline OMR) and main examination; Computer Proficiency Test scheme included |
| Job location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official website | https://psc.ap.gov.in/ |
Graduates targeting other state government examinations can also check the TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 for 6574 posts and the JKSSB Recruitment 2026 for Jammu and Kashmir posts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification release date | 13 October 2026 |
| Detailed notification availability | On or before 10 November 2026 |
| Online application opens | 10 November 2026 |
| Online application closes | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening test date | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
APPSC has announced 686 provisional Group-II vacancies across 12 post categories. Deputy Tahsildar has the highest number of vacancies at 200, followed by Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer with 176 posts. The figures are provisional and may change after departmental confirmation.
| Post code | Post name | Vacancies | Pay scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 6 | 45,830-1,30,580 |
| 02 | Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 7 | 44,570-1,27,480 |
| 03 | Deputy Tahsildar | 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 | 176 | 45,830-1,30,580 |
| 07 | Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 08 | Assistant Section Officer – General Administration Department | 71 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 09 | Assistant Section Officer – Finance Department | 5 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 10 | Assistant Section Officer – Law Department | 4 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 11 | Senior Accountant | 90 | 34,580-1,07,210 |
| 12 | Junior Accountant | 48 | 25,220-80,910 |
| Total | 686 |
Eligibility Criteria
The minimum educational qualification for most APPSC Group 2 posts is a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, but the Finance and Law Assistant Section Officer posts and the Accountant posts have specific qualification conditions. The qualification must be possessed as on the date of the detailed notification.
- Post codes 01-08 (Municipal Commissioner, Sub-Registrar, Deputy Tahsildar, GST Officer, Assistant Registrar, Deputy MPDO, Excise SI, ASO-GAD): Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.
- Post code 09 (ASO – Finance Department): Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce from a recognised university, or an accepted equivalent qualification.
- Post code 10 (ASO – Law Department): Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognised university, or an accepted equivalent qualification.
- Post codes 11 and 12 (Senior and Junior Accountant): Degree in Commerce, Economics or Mathematics with the prescribed certificate course, or specified computer-related degrees, subject to the conditions stated in the advertisement.
- Post code 07 (Excise SI): post-specific physical standards apply; candidates should refer to the detailed notification.
Age Limit
Age limits are not specified in the brief notification. Candidates should check the age limits, reservation and relaxation provisions in the detailed notification (to be available on or before 10 November 2026) on the APPSC official website.
Application Fee
The application fee details are not specified in the brief notification. Candidates should check the fee provisions in the detailed notification on the APPSC official website.
Selection Process
According to the published information, the recruitment will have an offline OMR-based screening test and a main examination. A Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) scheme is also included in the notification annexure, with post-wise applicability to be confirmed from the detailed notification.
| Stage | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Screening test (offline, OMR-based) | General Studies and Mental Ability: 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes |
| Main examination – Paper I | Social History of Andhra Pradesh and Indian Constitution: 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes |
| Main examination – Paper II | Indian and Andhra Pradesh Economy; Science and Technology: 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Practical test, 100 marks, 60 minutes (applicability to be confirmed) |
Negative marking: one-third of the marks assigned to each incorrect answer will be deducted in the screening test and the main examination.
Salary
Pay scales vary by post. The highest advertised pay-scale range is Rs. 45,830-1,30,580 for posts such as Municipal Commissioner Grade-III, GST Officer, Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies and Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer, while Junior Accountant is at Rs. 25,220-80,910. These figures are the advertised pay scales and should not be interpreted as monthly take-home salary.
How to Apply
- Visit the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in during the application window, 10 to 30 November 2026.
- Find Brief Notification No. 37/2026 for Group-II Services.
- Read the detailed recruitment notification and post-wise eligibility conditions carefully once published.
- Open the official online application facility for Group-II Recruitment 2026 and follow the registration or login procedure specified by APPSC.
- Complete personal, educational and other required details accurately, and select the posts according to your eligibility and the application instructions.
- Complete the remaining application requirements prescribed in the detailed notification, review the form, and submit before 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Retain the submitted application details for future reference.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Graduation degree certificate and mark sheets
- Computer-related or certificate course qualifications, where applicable (Accountant posts)
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, driving licence, PAN or another Government photo ID)
- Caste, EWS or disability certificates, where applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
Important Links
- Apply online at the official APPSC portal (psc.ap.gov.in) – application facility active from 10 November 2026
- Download the official APPSC Brief Notification No. 37/2026 PDF (Group 2, 2026) from the portal’s notification section
- APPSC official website
How many vacancies are announced in APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
APPSC has announced 686 provisional vacancies across 12 categories of Group-II posts under Brief Notification No. 37/2026. The figures are provisional and may change.
What is the last date to apply for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM, on the official APPSC website psc.ap.gov.in.
When will the APPSC Group 2 2026 online applications start?
The online application process will start on 10 November 2026, and the detailed notification will be available on or before that date.
What is the qualification required for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
Most Group-II posts require a recognised Bachelor’s degree. The Assistant Section Officer (Finance) post requires a degree in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce, the ASO (Law) post requires a degree in Law, and the Accountant posts require Commerce, Economics or Mathematics degrees with the prescribed certificate course or specified computer degrees.
What is the APPSC Group 2 selection process?
The brief notification provides for an offline OMR-based screening test (150 questions, 150 marks) and a two-paper main examination (300 marks), with a Computer Proficiency Test scheme included for applicable posts.
Is there negative marking in the APPSC Group 2 exam?
Yes. One-third of the marks assigned to each incorrect answer will be deducted in the screening test and the main examination.
What is the salary for APPSC Group 2 posts?
Pay scales vary by post, from Rs. 25,220-80,910 for Junior Accountant to Rs. 45,830-1,30,580 for several other Group-II posts, plus applicable allowances.
Disclaimer: This article summarises APPSC Brief Notification No. 37/2026 (Group 2 Recruitment 2026) as published. Age limits, application fees, reservation and physical standards will be clarified in the detailed notification. Candidates must verify every detail from the official notification at psc.ap.gov.in before applying.
