The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission) has announced the official details for the upcoming recruitment drive. Aspirants targeting administrative roles in https://psc.ap.gov.in can find comprehensive details regarding the APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 below, encompassing 750 executive and non-executive vacancies. Candidates should also cross-check their preparation paths with resources like the AP Job Calendar 2026.
APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Overview
The APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 will fill 750 executive and non-executive vacancies. To keep track of scheduled openings, aspirants can refer to the AP Job Calendar 2026 Released - Click to View.
| Conducting Body | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Posts | Executive and Non-Executive Posts |
| Vacancy | 750 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | To be Notified |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 Years |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam Mains Exam Computer Proficiency Test Document Verification |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Group 2 Important Dates
The official APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026 is scheduled for release on 15th September 2026, and the APPSC Group 2 Apply Online starts on 15th September 2026. Review the full schedule below:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| APPSC Group 2 Notification | 15th September 2026 |
| APPSC Group 2 Apply Online Starts | 15th September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 5th October 2026 |
| APPSC Group 2 Prelims Date | 28th November 2026 |
| Prelims Result Date | 10th December 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 25th January 2027 |
| Mains Result | 5th February 2027 |
| Certificate Verification | 15th to 24th February 2027 |
| Final Selection List | 10th March 2027 |
APPSC Group 2 2026- Important Dates Checklist
- APPSC Group 2 Notification: 15th September 2026
- APPSC Group 2 Apply Online Starts: 15th September 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 5th October 2026
- APPSC Group 2 Prelims Date: 28th November 2026
- Prelims Result Date: 10th December 2026
- Mains Exam Date: 25th January 2027
- Mains Result: 5th February 2027
- Certificate Verification: 15th to 24th February 2027
- Final Selection List: 10th March 2027
Vacancies Breakdown
The recruitment handles executive and non-executive posts. Here is the breakdown across multiple state sub-services.
APPSC Group 2 Executive Vacancy
| Post Code No. | Name of Posts & Departments | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-III in A.P. Municipal Commissioners Subordinate Service | 04 |
| 02 | Sub-Registrar Grade-II in Registration and Stamps Subordinate Service | 16 |
| 03 | Deputy Tahsildar in A.P. Revenue Subordinate Service | 114 |
| 04 | Assistant Labour Officer in A.P. Labour Subordinate Service | 28 |
| 05 | Assistant Registrar in A.P. Co-operative Societies | 14 |
| 07 | Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector in A.P. Prohibition & Excise Sub-Service | 149 |
| Total Vacancies | 325 |
APPSC Group 2 Non-Executive Vacancy
| Post Code No. | Name of Posts & Departments | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 09 | Assistant Section Officer (GAD) in A.P. Secretariat Sub-Service | 211 |
| 10 | Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.) in A.P. Secretariat Sub-Service | 12 |
| 11 | Assistant Section Officer (Legislature) in A.P. Legislature Secretariat Sub-Service | 14 |
| 12 | Assistant Section Officer (Finance Dept.) in A.P. Secretariat Sub-Service | 23 |
| 13 | Senior Auditor in A.P. State Audit Subordinate Service | 05 |
| 14 | Auditor in Pay & Account Sub-ordinate Service | 10 |
| 15 | Senior Accountant in Branch-I (category-I) (HOD) in A.P. Treasuries and Accounts Sub-Service | 10 |
| 16 | Senior Accountant in Branch-II (Category-I) A.P. Treasuries and Accounts (District) Sub-Service | 10 |
| 18 | Junior Accountant in various Departments in A.P Treasuries & Accounts Sub-Service | 20 |
| 19 | Junior Assistant in A.P. Public Service Commission | 30 |
| 20 | Junior Assistant in Economics and Statistics | 05 |
| 22 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of Civil Supplies | 13 |
| 23 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of Agriculture Marketing | 02 |
| 24 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of Agriculture Cooperation | 07 |
| 25 | Junior Assistant in Chief Commissioner of Land Administration | 31 |
| 26 | Junior Assistant in Director of Municipal Administration | 07 |
| 27 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of Labour | 03 |
| 28 | Junior Assistant in Director of Animal Husbandry | 07 |
| 29 | Junior Assistant in Director of Fisheries | 03 |
| 30 | Junior Assistant in Director General of Police (DGP) | 08 |
| 31 | Junior Assistant in DG, Prisons & Correctional Services | 02 |
| 32 | Junior Assistant in Director of Prosecutions | 02 |
| 33 | Junior Assistant in Director of Sainik Welfare | 02 |
| 34 | Junior Assistant in Advocate General of A.P. | 08 |
| 35 | Junior Assistant in A.P. State Archives and Research Institute | 01 |
| 36 | Junior Assistant in Public Health and Family Welfare | 19 |
| 37 | Junior Assistant in Director of Secondary Health | 02 |
| 38 | Junior Assistant in Director of Factories | 04 |
| 39 | Junior Assistant in Director of Boilers | 01 |
| 40 | Junior Assistant in Director of Insurance Medical Services | 03 |
| 41 | Junior Assistant in Industrial Tribunal-cum-Labour Court | 02 |
| 42 | Junior Assistant in Engineer-in-Chief, Public Health | 02 |
| 43 | Junior Assistant in Director of Minorities Welfare | 02 |
| 44 | Junior Assistant in Engineer-in-Chief, Panchayatraj | 05 |
| 45 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of School Education | 12 |
| 46 | Junior Assistant in Director of Adult Education | 01 |
| 47 | Junior Assistant in Director of Examinations | 20 |
| 48 | Junior Assistant in Engineer-in-Chief, R&B | 07 |
| 49 | Junior Assistant in Women Development & Child Welfare Dept. | 02 |
| 50 | Junior Assistant in Director of Ground Water and Water Audit | 01 |
| 51 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of Youth Services | 01 |
| 52 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of Archaeology and Museums | 01 |
| Total | 521 |
APPSC Group 2 Vacancy [Carried Forward]
| Post Code No. | Name of Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| APPSC Group 2 Executive Vacancy | ||
| 05 | Assistant Registrar in A.P. Cooperative Subordinate Service | 02 |
| 06 | Extension Officer in PR & RD in A.P. Panchayat Raj & Rural Development Service | 02 |
| 07 | Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector in A.P. Prohibition & Excise Sub-Service | 03 |
| 08 | Assistant Development Officer in A.P. Handlooms and Textiles Subordinate Service | 01 |
| Total | 08 | |
| APPSC Group 2 Non- Executive Vacancy | ||
| 09 | Assistant Section Officer (GAD) in A.P. Secretariat Sub-Service | 07 |
| 10 | Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.) in A.P. Secretariat Sub-Service | 03 |
| 11 | Assistant Section Officer (Legislature) in A.P. Legislature Secretariat SubService | 01 |
| 13 | Senior Auditor in A.P. State Audit Subordinate Service | 03 |
| 15 | Senior Accountant in A.P. Treasuries and Accounts Sub-Service (HODs) | 01 |
| 16 | Senior Accountant in A.P. Treasuries and Accounts Sub-Service (Districts) | 02 |
| 17 | Senior Accountant in A.P. Works & Accounts (Zone wise) Sub Service | 02 |
| 18 | Junior Accountant in various Departments in A.P. Treasuries and Accounts Sub-Service | 02 |
| 19 | Junior Assistant in A.P. Public Service Commission | 02 |
| 20 | Junior Assistant in Economics and Statistics | 01 |
| 21 | Junior Assistant in Social Welfare | 01 |
| 53 | Junior Assistant in Engineering Research Labs | 01 |
| 54 | Junior Assistant in Preventive Medicine | 01 |
| 55 | Junior Assistant in Government Text book Press | 01 |
| 56 | Junior Assistant in Commissioner of Industries | 05 |
| 57 | Junior Assistant in Conservator of Forest Services | 02 |
| 58 | Junior Assistant in Technical Education | 09 |
| 59 | Junior Assistant in RWS & S | 01 |
| Total | 45 | |
Eligibility Criteria
To successfully apply for the APPSC Group 2 recruitment, applicants must meet specific educational and age parameters.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification required is a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Age Limits by Post
The general age limit for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 42 years, with specific positions having unique limits:
| Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 18 to 42 years |
| Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 20 to 42 years |
| Deputy Tahsildar | 18 to 42 years |
| Assistant Labour Officer | 18 to 42 years |
| Assistant Registrar | 18 to 42 years |
| Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector | 18 to 30 years |
| Extension Officer | 18 to 42 years |
| Assistant Development Officer | 18 to 42 years |
| All Non-Executive Posts | 18 to 42 years |
Upper Age Relaxations Checklist
- SC/ST and BCs: 5 years
- Physically Handicapped persons: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Shall be allowed to deduct from his age a period of 3 years in addition to the length of service rendered by him in the armed forces / NCC.
- N.C.C. (who have worked as an Instructor in N.C.C.): Shall be allowed to deduct from his age a period of 3 years in addition to the length of service rendered by him in the armed forces / NCC.
- Retrenched temporary employees in the State Census Department with a minimum service of 6 months: 3 years
- Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands, who are not remarried and belonging to SC/ST category covered under Rule 12(b)(iii) of AP State and Subordinate Service Rules, 1996 with reference to posts of Junior Assistants: Upper Age Limit- 48 years
- Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands, who are not remarried and not belonging to SC/ST category covered under Rule 12(b)(iii) of AP State and Subordinate Service Rules, 1996 regarding posts of Junior Assistants: Upper Age Limit- 43 years
Application Fee Structure
The general category application fee is Rs. 330/- (Rs. 80 application fee + Rs. 250 processing fee). Candidates applying from other states are required to pay a total of Rs. 330/-. SC, ST, BC, PH, and Ex-Servicemen categories are charged Rs. 250/- (processing fee only).
| Category | Examination Fee | Processing fees |
|---|---|---|
| General Category Candidates, Candidates belonging to other States | Rs. 80 | Rs. 250 |
| SC, ST, BC, PH & Ex-Service Men | -- | Rs. 250 |
Selection Process Checklist
The selection process consists of three/four stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Computer Proficiency Test
- Document Verification
Exam Patterns and Syllabi
Prelims Exam Pattern
The APPSC Group 2 Prelims exam includes 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 150 marks with a duration of 150 minutes. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd marks for each wrong answer.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies (Indian History, Geography, Indian Society, Current Affairs) & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Mains Exam Pattern
The APPSC Group 2 Mains exam has 2 papers, each carrying 150 marks, totaling 300 marks, with a duration of 150 minutes per paper. It includes a negative marking of one-third marks for every wrong answer.
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 1. Social History of Andhra Pradesh i.e., the history of Social and Cultural Movements in Andhra Pradesh 2. General overview of the Indian Constitution |
150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Paper 2 | 1. Indian and AP Economy 2. Science and Technology |
150 | 150 | 150 Minutes |
| Total | 300 | 300 |
For additional details regarding subjects like the Indian Constitution, candidates can review the complete APPSC Group 2 Syllabus. You can also explore APPSC Group 2 Syllabus 2026 - Click to View, check historical trends with APPSC Group 2 Previous Year Cut-Offs - Click to View, or practice using APPSC Group 2 Previous Year Question Papers - Click to View.
Computer Proficiency Test
The Computer Proficiency Test has a duration of 60 minutes with minimum qualifying marks: 30 for SC/ST/PH, 35 for B.C., and 40 for O.C.
| Test | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Proficiency in Office Automation with the usage of Computers and Associated Software. [Part A & Part B] | 100 | 60 Minutes |
| Total | 50 Marks |
Syllabus Overview
| Section/Subjects | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Indian History | Ancient History Medieval History Modern History |
| Geography | General and Physical Geography Economic Geography of India and AP Human Geography of India and AP |
| Indian Society | Structure of Indian Society Social Issues Welfare Mechanism |
| Current Affairs | International National State of Andhra Pradesh |
| Mental Ability | Logical Reasoning (Deductive, Inductive, Abductive) Mental Ability Basic Numeracy |
Salary Structure
Selected candidates receive competitive pay scales categorized by executive and non-executive designations.
Executive Salary Structure
| Posts | Salary |
|---|---|
| Deputy Tehsildar in Andhra Pradesh Revenue Subordinate Service | Rs. 28,940 – 78,910 |
| Assistant Commercial Tax Officer in Commercial Taxes Subordinate Service | Rs. 28,940 – 78,910 |
| Assistant Labor Officer in Andhra Pradesh Labor and Employment Sub Service | Rs. 28,940 – 78,910 |
| Executive Officer Grade I in Endowments Commissioner | Rs. 29,760 – 80,930 |
| Assistant Development Officers in Andhra Pradesh Handloom and Textile Department | Rs. 26,600 – 77,030 |
| Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector in Andhra Pradesh Prohibition and Excise Sub-Service | Rs. 26,600 – 77,030 |
| Municipal Commissioner Grade III in AP Municipal Commissioner Subordinate Service | Rs. 29,760 – 80,930 |
| Extn Officer in Panchayat Raj and Rural Department | Rs. 29,760 – 80,930 |
| Assistant Registrar in AP Co-operative Societies | Rs. 29,760 – 80,930 |
Non-Executive Salary Structure
| Posts | Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Accountant | Rs. 22,460 – Rs. 66,330 |
| Assistant Section Officer in Secretariat Sub Service | Rs. 26,600 – Rs. 77,030 |
| Senior Auditor | Rs. 22,460 – Rs. 66,330 |
| Junior Assistant | Rs. 16,400 – Rs. 49,870 |
How to Apply For APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official APPSC website and complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new user. Existing users can log in using their OTPR ID and password.
- Log in to your APPSC account using your OTPR credentials.
- Click on the APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload your recent photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes, if applicable.
- Preview the application form and verify all the entered details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
After successfully applying, candidates should track their application status on https://psc.ap.gov.in and keep an eye out for admit card release timelines. Ensure you plan your travel arrangements ahead of the preliminary examination date on November 28, 2026.
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