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APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Notification No. 37/2026 | Group-II Services
686 Provisional Vacancies
Online Application: 10 November – 30 November 2026
Closing time: 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM (IST)
📌 APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification | 13 October 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 10 November 2026 – reported |
| Online Applications Start | 10 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test Date | To be announced |
| Main Examination Date | To be announced |
📋 Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Reported Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deputy Tahsildar | 200 |
| Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer | 176 |
| Senior Accountant | 90 |
| Assistant Section Officer | 80 |
| Other Group-II Categories | 140 |
| Total | 686 |
The figures above are provisional and based on published brief-notification coverage. Refer to the official post-code and category-wise vacancy annexure.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Most Group-II categories require a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university. Certain posts have additional or specific qualification requirements, including computer-related qualifications.
Post-wise eligibility: Check the official notification for Deputy Tahsildar, MPDO, Senior Accountant, Assistant Section Officer and all remaining categories.
🎂 Age Limit & Relaxation
The exact minimum age, maximum age, crucial date for calculating age and category-wise relaxations must be verified in the detailed APPSC notification.
SC / ST / BC / EWS / PwBD / Ex-servicemen relaxation: Check the official notification. Do not rely on general age-relaxation assumptions.
💰 Salary, Pay Scale & Job Benefits
Group-II salary differs according to the post, department and pay level. The detailed notification and applicable Andhra Pradesh service/pay rules should be used to establish the exact pay scale.
- Basic pay according to the relevant post's pay scale.
- Dearness Allowance and other admissible allowances as per government rules.
- House Rent Allowance, where admissible.
- Leave and other service benefits according to applicable rules.
- Career advancement and promotions subject to recruitment rules, seniority, vacancies and departmental requirements.
📍 Job Location & Posting
The recruitment is for Andhra Pradesh Group-II Services. Posting department, district, mandal, office and transfer conditions depend on the allotted post, vacancies and government service requirements.
Specific posting locations should be confirmed from the department-wise vacancy details and appointment conditions.
📝 Recruitment Type – Direct Recruitment
- Recruitment: Direct recruitment, as reported for Notification 37/2026.
- Application: Online.
- Walk-in interview: Not the advertised selection route.
- Interview-only selection: Not established.
- Written examination: Screening test and main examination are reported.
- Contract / deputation: Not the advertised recruitment category.
🧠 Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Stage 1 – Screening Test
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline OMR |
| Subject | General Studies & Mental Ability |
| Questions | 150 |
| Maximum Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 150 Minutes |
Stage 2 – Main Examination
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Social History of Andhra Pradesh and Indian Constitution | 150 |
| Paper II | Indian & Andhra Pradesh Economy; Science & Technology | 150 |
| Total | Two Papers | 300 |
Stage 3 – Computer Proficiency Test
A Computer Proficiency Test scheme is reported in the notification annexure. It covers computer operation and office automation. Confirm which posts require this test and its qualifying conditions in the detailed notification.
💳 Application Fee
📄 Required Documents Checklist
Keep the following documents ready where applicable. The final mandatory list is governed by the official notification and application instructions.
- ☐ Aadhaar or another accepted identity document.
- ☐ Recent passport-size photograph.
- ☐ Scanned signature.
- ☐ SSC certificate / date-of-birth proof.
- ☐ Intermediate and degree certificates.
- ☐ Study certificates / local status documents, where required.
- ☐ Caste certificate, if claiming reservation.
- ☐ EWS certificate, if applicable.
- ☐ PwBD certificate, if applicable.
- ☐ Ex-servicemen certificate, if applicable.
- ☐ Other post-specific qualification certificates.
🖥️ How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide
Applications should be submitted only through the official APPSC application facility during the notified application period.
- Open the official APPSC portal.
Visit https://portal-psc.ap.gov.in/ or the official commission website. - Read the detailed notification.
Open Notification No. 37/2026 and download the complete PDF, including annexures and instructions. - Complete OTPR / registration requirements.
Follow the official portal's registration or login procedure. Do not create duplicate profiles if the portal prohibits them. - Login to the application portal.
Use your valid credentials and follow any identity verification instructions. - Select Group-II Notification 37/2026.
Check the correct notification and application link before proceeding. - Enter personal and educational details.
Fill in your name, date of birth, qualifications, category and other requested details exactly as shown in supporting records. - Upload documents and pay the prescribed fee.
Use only the permitted file formats, photograph and signature dimensions, and official payment facility. - Preview and submit your application.
Correct mistakes before final submission. Save the application reference and payment receipt. - Download the submitted application.
Keep a PDF or printout for future reference. - Check official updates regularly.
Monitor APPSC for corrections, examination dates, hall tickets and further instructions.
⚠️ Important Instructions & Fraud Warning
- Never pay unofficial agents or intermediaries.
- Never share OTPs, passwords or sensitive login information.
- Use only the official APPSC website and payment facility.
- Do not believe fake appointment letters or guaranteed-selection offers.
- Do not pay anyone promising a government job.
- Check corrigenda and revised dates directly with APPSC.
- Read all eligibility and reservation rules before submitting the form.
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🔗 Important Official Links
The application link may become active only when APPSC opens the online application facility. Confirm the live Group-II application link after 10 November 2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions – APPSC Group 2 2026
1. How many vacancies are available?
686 provisional vacancies have been reported under APPSC Group-II Notification No. 37/2026. Refer to the official vacancy annexure for final figures.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The reported last date is 30 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
3. When will applications start?
The reported online application start date is 10 November 2026.
4. What qualification is required?
Most categories require a Bachelor's Degree, while certain posts have specific educational or computer-related requirements.
5. Is this a direct recruitment?
Yes, the recruitment is reported as direct recruitment under Group-II Services.
6. Is there an interview?
The reported process includes a screening test and main examination. Do not assume an interview is required unless the detailed notification specifies it.
7. Is there a walk-in interview?
No walk-in interview is advertised as the selection method in the available brief-notification coverage.
8. What is the salary?
Pay scales vary by post. Refer to the detailed notification for exact post-wise scales.
9. What is the application fee?
The exact fee and exemptions must be confirmed in the detailed official notification.
10. Where will selected candidates be posted?
Appointments are for the relevant Andhra Pradesh Group-II services. Actual posting depends on post, department and allotment.
11. Where can I apply?
Use the official APPSC application portal at https://portal-psc.ap.gov.in/ when the application facility is activated.
12. Where can I find the official notification?
Visit the APPSC website or use the PDF link provided in the Important Links section. Check for updated versions and corrigenda.
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