The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Brief Notification No. 37/2026 for Group 2 services, covering 686 posts (provisional) across various state government departments. The online application window opens on 10 November 2026 and closes on 30 November 2026. The minimum qualification is a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, with specific educational requirements for selected ASO and Accountant posts as per the official notification. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 13 October 2026 |
| Online application start | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 30 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Fee payment last date | To be notified |
| Exam date | To be notified |
| Admit card | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | To be notified |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS / PwD | To be notified |
The application fee for this notification has not yet been confirmed in the sources checked; candidates should verify the fee details in the official notification on psc.ap.gov.in before applying.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 6 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 7 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Deputy Tahsildar | 200 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Goods and Service Tax Officer (erstwhile ACTO) | 40 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 10 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer | 176 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Assistant Section Officer (GAD) | 71 | Bachelor’s degree (specific requirements as per notification) |
| Assistant Section Officer (Finance) | 5 | Bachelor’s degree (specific requirements as per notification) |
| Assistant Section Officer (Law) | 4 | Bachelor’s degree (specific requirements as per notification) |
| Senior Accountant | 90 | Bachelor’s degree (specific requirements as per notification) |
| Junior Accountant | 48 | Bachelor’s degree (specific requirements as per notification) |
| Total | 686 |
The vacancy count is provisional and subject to revision by the commission. The post-wise breakup is as given in the brief notification; final department-wise allocation will be confirmed in the detailed notification.
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in India. For selected posts such as Assistant Section Officer (GAD, Finance and Law) and Senior and Junior Accountant, the commission prescribes specific educational qualifications — candidates must check these in the official notification, as per the official notification.
Candidates must also satisfy the age limit and other conditions (such as local/non-local status and any language requirements) laid down in the official notification. Applicants should confirm their exact eligibility for each post before choosing their post preference in the online application form.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 to 42 years |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 18 to 47 years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwD | 10 years relaxation over the applicable limit |
Age relaxation is given to reserved categories as per Andhra Pradesh government rules. Candidates should confirm the cut-off date for age calculation in the official notification.
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay scales vary by post and range from Rs. 25,220 – Rs. 80,910 for entry-level posts up to Rs. 45,830 – Rs. 1,30,580 for higher posts. Officers also receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other admissible state government allowances. The exact pay scale for each post is given in the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process for APPSC Group 2 runs in the following order:
- Preliminary examination (screening test): An objective-type screening test to shortlist candidates for the Main examination.
- Main examination: An objective-type examination covering the notified subjects.
- Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying): A qualifying test of basic computer skills; marks in this test are not counted for final merit.
- Document verification: Verification of educational certificates, caste/category certificates, age proof and other eligibility documents.
Final selection is based on performance in the Main examination, subject to clearing the Computer Proficiency Test and document verification.
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary (screening test) | Objective type | Shortlisting for Mains |
| Main examination | Objective type | Merit for selection |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Qualifying | Not counted in merit |
The detailed paper-wise syllabus, number of questions, marks and duration will be given in the detailed notification: to be notified in the detailed notification.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per the specifications in the online form)
- Signature (scanned, as per the specifications in the online form)
- SSC / 10th certificate for date of birth proof
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and mark sheets
- Caste / category certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS), if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID or passport)
- Local status / residence certificate, if required
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Visit the official APPSC website and open the Group 2 application link (from 10 November 2026).
- Complete the one-time registration with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications and post preferences.
- Upload the photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee as specified in the official notification.
- Review the form carefully on the preview page and submit it.
- Save and print the submitted application for future reference.
- Submit before the last date, 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for APPSC Group 2 2026?
A. The last date to apply online is 30 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Q. How many vacancies are there in APPSC Group 2 2026?
A. There are 686 posts (provisional), including Deputy Tahsildar (200), Deputy MPDO (176) and Senior Accountant (90).
Q. What is the age limit for APPSC Group 2 2026?
A. The age limit is 18 to 42 years for general candidates, with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/BC/EWS and 10 years for PwD as per government rules.
Q. What is the qualification for APPSC Group 2?
A. A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university; selected ASO and Accountant posts have specific educational requirements as per the official notification.
Q. What is the selection process for APPSC Group 2 2026?
A. Preliminary screening test, Main examination, Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying) and document verification.
Q. What is the pay scale for APPSC Group 2 posts?
A. Pay scales range from Rs. 25,220 – 80,910 to Rs. 45,830 – 1,30,580 depending on the post.
Sources: APPSC Brief Notification No. 37/2026 (released 13 October 2026); psc.ap.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.