The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has opened online applications for Group-II Services Recruitment 2026 from 10 November 2026. Under Brief Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026, a total of 686 posts will be filled, including 200 Deputy Tahsildar posts, 176 Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer (MPDO) posts, 90 Senior Accountant posts and 71 Assistant Section Officer (GAD) posts. The last date to apply online is 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM. Applications will be accepted only online at psc.ap.gov.in. This is an Andhra Pradesh state government recruitment — not a Haryana or central government post.
APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Recruitment | APPSC Group-II Services Recruitment 2026 |
|---|---|
| Commission | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Notification No. | Brief Notification No. 37/2026 |
| Notification date | 13 October 2026 |
| Total posts | 686 (provisional) |
| Applications open | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
| Selection process | Screening Test → Main Examination → Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) → Document Verification |
Important Dates
| Brief notification issued | 13 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Detailed notification | On or before 10 November 2026 |
| Online applications open | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening test date | Not yet announced |
Total Vacancies: 686
As per Brief Notification No. 37/2026, 686 posts are notified across 12 categories. All vacancies are provisional — the final numbers are subject to confirmation by the concerned departments.
Post-wise Vacancies and Pay Scales
| S.No. | Post Name | Posts | Pay Scale (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 6 | 45,830–1,30,580 |
| 2 | Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 7 | 44,570–1,27,480 |
| 3 | Deputy Tahsildar | 200 | 44,570–1,27,480 |
| 4 | Goods and Service Tax Officer (GST Officer) | 40 | 45,830–1,30,580 |
| 5 | Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 10 | 45,830–1,30,580 |
| 6 | Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer (MPDO) | 176 | 45,830–1,30,580 |
| 7 | Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 | 40,970–1,24,380 |
| 8 | Assistant Section Officer (GAD) | 71 | 40,970–1,24,380 |
| 9 | Assistant Section Officer (Finance Dept.) | 5 | 40,970–1,24,380 |
| 10 | Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.) | 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 |
DA, HRA and TA allowances apply as per Andhra Pradesh Government norms.
Educational Qualification
- Posts 01–08 (Municipal Commissioner, Sub-Registrar, Deputy Tahsildar, GST Officer, Assistant Registrar, MPDO, Prohibition & Excise SI, ASO-GAD): A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university.
- Post 09 (ASO-Finance): B.Sc. / B.Com / B.A. in Maths, Economics or Commerce.
- Post 10 (ASO-Law): A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB).
- Posts 11–12 (Senior/Junior Accountant): A degree in Commerce / Economics / Maths plus a certificate course (Office Automation / PC Maintenance / Web Designing) OR BCA / B.Sc. (Computer) etc.
- Physical requirements apply for the Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector (Post 07) — refer to the Detailed Notification.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 42 years
- Age relaxation for SC, ST, BC, EWS, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and Ex-Servicemen applies as per Andhra Pradesh Government norms.
- Age is calculated as on the date of the Detailed Notification.
Important note: The brief notification does not print the age limit — this information has not yet been officially announced. The 18–42 years range above is as reported by multiple sources; candidates must check the age limit for their category in the Detailed Notification before applying.
Application Fee
| Category | Processing Fee | Examination Fee |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates | Rs 250 | Rs 80 |
| SC / ST / BC / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Rs 250 | Exempted (Rs 0) |
Note: The brief notification does not print the fee — this information has not yet been officially announced. The fee above is as reported by multiple sources; candidates must confirm it in the Detailed Notification before applying.
Selection Process
- Screening Test — 150 objective MCQs, 150 marks, 150 minutes, offline OMR-based. Negative marking of 1/3rd mark per wrong answer. Qualifying in nature — it shortlists candidates for the Main Examination.
- Main Examination — Paper I and Paper II, each 150 MCQs, 150 marks, 150 minutes. Total 300 marks. Negative marking of 1/3rd mark per wrong answer. Paper I: Social History of Andhra Pradesh and the Indian Constitution. Paper II: India and Andhra Pradesh Economy, and Science and Technology.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) — 60 minutes, 100 marks, qualifying in nature. Minimum qualifying marks: SC/ST/PwBD — 30, BC — 35, OC — 40.
- Document Verification (DV) — after the final merit list.
Exam Pattern (Summary)
| Examination | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screening Test | 150 MCQs | 150 | 150 minutes | 1/3rd mark |
| Main Examination Paper I | 150 MCQs | 150 | 150 minutes | 1/3rd mark |
| Main Examination Paper II | 150 MCQs | 150 | 150 minutes | 1/3rd mark |
| CPT (qualifying) | — | 100 | 60 minutes | — |
Important Documents
- APPSC Group 2 hall ticket and printout of the online application form
- Date of birth certificate (SSC / 10th class)
- Educational certificates (10th, Intermediate, Degree, PG if any)
- Study / residence certificate (4th to 10th class)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate (if claiming fee concession / reservation)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate / Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- NOC from employer (for candidates currently employed)
- Aadhaar card / government photo ID and recent passport-size photographs
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website psc.ap.gov.in.
- Open the link for APPSC Group-II Services Recruitment 2026 (Notification No. 37/2026).
- Read the Detailed Notification carefully first — it is the final authority.
- Complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you have not done so already.
- Fill in the online application form, upload the documents and pay the fee.
- Keep a printout of the submitted application safe.
- The last date to apply is 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM — do not wait until the last hour.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When was the APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026 released?
Brief Notification No. 37/2026 was released on 13 October 2026 at psc.ap.gov.in. Online applications opened on 10 November 2026 and the last date to apply is 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
Q2: How many vacancies are there in APPSC Group 2 2026?
There are 686 posts across 12 categories. The largest categories are Deputy Tahsildar (200), Deputy MPDO (176), Senior Accountant (90) and ASO-GAD (71). All vacancies are provisional.
Q3: What is the last date to apply for APPSC Group 2 2026?
The last date to apply online is 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM. Applications are accepted only online at psc.ap.gov.in.
Q4: What is the age limit for APPSC Group 2 2026?
As reported by multiple sources, the age limit is 18 to 42 years, calculated as on the date of the Detailed Notification. The brief notification does not print the age limit — this information has not yet been officially announced — so candidates must check the Detailed Notification.
Q5: What is the application fee for APPSC Group 2 2026?
As reported by multiple sources, the processing fee is Rs 250 for all candidates and the examination fee is Rs 80, exempted for SC, ST, BC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen. The brief notification does not print the fee — this information has not yet been officially announced — so candidates must confirm it in the Detailed Notification.
Q6: What is the educational qualification for APPSC Group 2?
A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university is required for most posts. ASO-Finance needs a degree in Maths, Economics or Commerce, ASO-Law needs an LLB, and the Accountant posts need a degree in Commerce, Economics or Maths plus a computer certificate course.
Q7: What is the selection process for APPSC Group 2?
Selection is in four stages — Screening Test (150 MCQs, qualifying), Main Examination (Paper I and Paper II, 300 marks in total), Computer Proficiency Test (CPT, qualifying) and Document Verification.
Q8: Where can I apply for APPSC Group 2 2026?
Apply online only at the official website psc.ap.gov.in. Read the Detailed Notification carefully before applying.
Next Action: Apply online at https://psc.ap.gov.in/ before 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
