APPSC Group-II Services Direct Recruitment 2026
Core Information Sheet
Important Dates
| Apply Starts: | 10/11/2026 |
| Last Date: | 30/11/2026 |
| Fee Payment: | 30/11/2026 |
| Exam Date: | Announced |
Application Fees
| General / OBC: | ₹370 |
| EWS: | ₹370 |
| SC / ST: | ₹250 |
| Female: | ₹250 |
Age Limitation
| Min Age: | 18 Years |
| Max Age: | 42 Years |
| Relaxations:5 years for SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates (up to 47 years); 10 years for PwD candidates (up to 52 years); Ex-Servicemen as per State service rules. | |
Age Eligibility Check for APPSC Group-II Services Direct Recruitment 2026
Calculate your precise age and check relaxation criteria across General, OBC, SC/ST, and PwD categories.
Total: 9,709 days lived
Base: 42 Yrs + 0 Yrs (UR)
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Post Wise Vacancies & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Specific Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Tahsildar, Deputy MPDO, Sub-Registrar Grade-II, Goods & Services Tax Officer (ACTO), Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant, etc. | 686 |
Selection Process
Examination Structure & Selection Process
Selection Stages
Screening Test (Preliminary Exam): Offline OMR-based Objective Written Test (150 Marks).
Main Examination: Two objective written papers of 150 Marks each (Total 300 Marks).
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): Practical qualifying test for applicable post categories.
Document Verification: Verification of original academic, domicile, and community certificates prior to appointment.
Vacancy & Eligibility
Post-wise Breakdown & Distribution (Total: 686 Posts)
- Deputy Tahsildar: 200 Posts
- Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer (DMPDO): 176 Posts
- Senior Accountant (Treasuries & Accounts): 90 Posts
- Assistant Section Officer - GAD: 71 Posts
- Goods and Service Tax Officer (ACTO): 40 Posts
- Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies: 10 Posts
- Sub-Registrar Grade-II: 7 Posts
- Municipal Commissioner Grade-III: 6 Posts
- Assistant Section Officer - Finance Dept.: 5 Posts
- Assistant Section Officer - Law Dept.: 4 Posts
- Other Group-2 Executive & Non-Executive Roles: Remaining Posts
Educational Qualifications
- General Posts (Deputy Tahsildar, DMPDO, Sub-Registrar, ACTO, ASO GAD, Municipal Commissioner): Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. (Law degree holders get preference for Sub-Registrar).
- ASO (Finance Department): Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Economics, or Commerce.
- ASO (Law Department): Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.).
- Senior Accountant & Junior Accountant: Degree in Commerce, Economics, or Mathematics, with computer proficiency skills/qualification.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview
1. Screening Test (Preliminary Examination)
- Format: Objective MCQs | Duration: 150 Minutes | Total Questions: 150 | Total Marks: 150
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd (0.33) mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Syllabus Coverage:
General Studies & Mental Ability (150 Marks): Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity & Governance, AP History, AP & National Current Affairs (30 marks), Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability (30 marks), Basic Numeracy & Data Analysis.
- Format: Two Objective Papers | Duration: 150 Minutes Each
- Paper-I (150 Marks): Social and Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh (75 Marks) + Indian Constitution (75 Marks).
- Paper-II (150 Marks): Indian & Andhra Pradesh Economy (75 Marks) + Science & Technology (75 Marks).
2. Main Examination
How to Apply Steps
How to Apply
Visit the official APPSC portal at psc.ap.gov.in.
Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if applying for the first time to get your User ID.
Log in using your OTPR User ID and password.
Locate and select Notification No. 37/2026 for Group-II Services.
Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and post preferences.
Upload scanned photo and signature adhering to specified image sizes.
Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway.
Submit the application form before 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and print a confirmation copy.
Important Links Portal
Recruitment FAQs
Q.Q1. How many total vacancies are announced in APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
A total of 686 provisional vacancies have been announced across 12 post categories under Advt. No. 37/2026.
Q.Q2. What are the key application start and end dates?
The online application portal opens on 10 November 2026 and closes on 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q.Q3. What is the essential educational qualification required to apply?
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University. Specific posts like Assistant Section Officer (Law) require an LL.B. degree, ASO (Finance) requires a degree in Maths/Economics/Commerce, and Accountant posts require computer proficiency credentials.
Q.Q4. Can final-year students apply for APPSC Group 2 Services 2026?
No, candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification as of the date specified in the detailed notification.
Q.Q5. What is the age limit for general candidates?
The general age limit is 18 to 42 years as of 1 July 2026, with standard age relaxations for SC/ST/BC/EWS (5 years) and PwD candidates (10 years).
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