The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced 686 provisional vacancies under Group-II Services through Brief Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026. Online applications will be accepted on psc.ap.gov.in from 10 November to 30 November 2026 (till 11:59 pm). The detailed notification, with age limit, fee and the reservation breakup, is due on or before 10 November 2026.
- Recruiting body: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
- Notification: Brief Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026
- Posts: 686 provisional vacancies in 12 Group-II categories
- Online application: 10 to 30 November 2026
- Detailed notification: On or before 10 November 2026
- Official website: psc.ap.gov.in
Group-II covers some of the most sought-after state posts in Andhra Pradesh, including Deputy Tahsildar, Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer and Assistant Section Officer in the Secretariat. Here is what the brief notification confirms so far, and what is still awaited as of 3 November 2026.
APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Commission | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission, Vijayawada |
| Notification number | 37/2026 (brief), dated 13 October 2026 |
| Services | Group-II Services (general and limited recruitment) |
| Total vacancies | 686 (provisional) |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Selection | Screening test, main examination, computer proficiency test where applicable, and verification of certificates |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Group 2 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification | 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) | To be announced in the detailed notification |
| Main examination | Not announced yet |
One important rule: the date of the detailed notification will be treated as the crucial date for all purposes, including educational qualification and age. You must hold the required degree on that date.
APPSC Group 2 Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise List and Pay Scale
| Post | Vacancies | Pay scale (Rs) |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 6 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 7 | 44,570 – 1,27,480 |
| Deputy Tahsildar | 200 | 44,570 – 1,27,480 |
| Goods and Service Tax Officer (erstwhile ACTO) | 40 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 10 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer | 176 | 45,830 – 1,30,580 |
| Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer (GAD) | 71 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer (Finance Dept.) | 5 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.) | 4 | 40,970 – 1,24,380 |
| Senior Accountant (Treasuries and Accounts) | 90 | 34,580 – 1,07,210 |
| Junior Accountant (Treasuries and Accounts) | 48 | 25,220 – 80,910 |
| Total | 686 |
The commission says these numbers are provisional and may change once the departments confirm them. The category-wise and community-wise breakup will come with the detailed notification.
APPSC Group 2 Eligibility 2026
Educational qualification
- Posts 1 to 8 (Municipal Commissioner Grade-III to Assistant Section Officer GAD): a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. For Sub-Registrar Grade-II, preference goes to candidates who also hold a law degree.
- Assistant Section Officer (Finance): a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce.
- Assistant Section Officer (Law): a bachelor’s degree in Law.
- Senior Accountant and Junior Accountant: a degree in Commerce, Economics or Mathematics (holders of any degree are also eligible as per the rules), plus a pass in a Board of Technical Education and Training, AP certificate course in Office Automation, PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting, or Web Designing; or a computer degree such as BCA, B.Sc (Computers), B.Com (Computers), B.A. (Computers) or B.Tech/B.E. in CSE or IT.
Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector candidates must also meet the physical requirements, which will be given in the detailed notification.
Age limit
The brief notification does not give the age limit or age relaxations. These will be published in the detailed notification. Since age is reckoned on the date of the detailed notification, wait for that document before assuming you are eligible.
APPSC Group 2 Exam Pattern 2026
Screening test (preliminary)
The screening test is an objective, OMR-based exam held offline. It is of degree standard and has one paper: General Studies and Mental Ability, with 150 questions, 150 marks and 150 minutes. Each wrong answer costs one-third of the marks for that question. The syllabus covers Indian History, Geography, Indian Society, Current Affairs and Mental Ability, with 30 marks for each area.
Main examination
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Social History of Andhra Pradesh (75 marks); General Overview of the Indian Constitution (75 marks) | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Paper II | Indian and AP Economy (75 marks); Science and Technology (75 marks) | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Total | 300 | 300 |
The main exam is also objective, with the same one-third negative marking.
Computer Proficiency Test
The CPT is a practical test of office automation skills: 60 minutes, 100 marks. It is qualifying in nature. The minimum qualifying marks are 30 for SC, ST and persons with benchmark disabilities, 35 for BCs, and 40 for OCs. The detailed notification will confirm which posts require it.
How to Apply for APPSC Group 2 2026
- Go to psc.ap.gov.in and read the detailed notification for No. 37/2026 once it is uploaded.
- Register for One Time Profile Registration (OTPR), or update your existing OTPR if needed.
- Log in from 10 November 2026 and open the Group-II application.
- Fill in your details and choose the posts you are applying for.
- Pay the fee shown in the detailed notification.
- Check every entry, submit, and save a copy of the application.
Apply well before 30 November. The commission specifically advises candidates not to wait for the last day.
Application Fee
The fee and exemptions have not been notified yet. They will be in the detailed notification due by 10 November 2026.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Scanned photograph and signature
- Proof of date of birth
- Degree certificate and mark sheets
- Computer qualification certificate (for Senior and Junior Accountant)
- Community certificate, if applicable
- Local status and study certificates, if required by the detailed notification
If you are tracking other Andhra Pradesh recruitments, see our article on the AP DSC Notification 2026.
How many vacancies are there in APPSC Group 2 2026?
There are 686 provisional vacancies across 12 posts, as per Brief Notification No. 37/2026.
When does the APPSC Group 2 application start?
Online applications open on 10 November 2026 and close on 30 November 2026 at 11:59 pm.
When will the detailed notification be released?
APPSC has said it will be on its website on or before 10 November 2026.
What is the age limit for APPSC Group 2 2026?
It has not been announced. The age limit and relaxations will be given in the detailed notification.
Is there negative marking in APPSC Group 2?
Yes. One-third of the marks for a question is deducted for each wrong answer, in both the screening test and the main exam.
Official Links: APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026
| What it is | Official link |
|---|---|
| APPSC official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
| Brief Notification No. 37/2026 (PDF) | Download notification |
| APPSC recruitment notifications page | portal-psc.ap.gov.in/HomePages/RecruitmentNotifications.aspx |
