APPSC Group II Recruitment 2026: 686 Posts
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Published
- Posts
- 686
- Last date
- 30 Nov 2026
- Qualification
- Graduate
- Location
- Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is hiring for 686 posts under Group-II Services across Andhra Pradesh, including Deputy Tahsildar, Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer and Senior Accountant. Most posts need a Bachelor's Degree, but the subject depends on the post, so check your degree against the table in the notice. Applications open on 10 November 2026 and close on 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Apply online early, because the portal may slow down near the deadline.
Who Should Apply for APPSC Group II 2026
This suits graduates in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics or Law, depending on the post, and anyone who meets the computer requirement for posts 11 and 12, while final-year students should check the Detailed Notification before assuming eligibility.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- Check your degree subject against your post before applying, because posts 9 to 12 need Commerce, Economics, Mathematics or Law degrees.
- Posts 11 and 12 also need a certificate in Office Automation, PC Maintenance or Web Designing, or a BCA, B.Sc.(Comp.), B.Com.(Comp.), B.A.(Comp.) or B.Tech/B.E. with computer science or IT, so keep these documents ready.
- For Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector (post 7), physical requirements are in the Detailed Notification, so read that section before you apply.
- The Detailed Notification will be published on the APPSC website by 10 November 2026, and its dates and rules apply, so check it before filling the form.
APPSC Group II 2026: हिंदी में सारांश
आंध्र प्रदेश लोक सेवा आयोग (APPSC) ने ग्रुप-II सेवाओं की भर्ती 2026 के लिए संक्षिप्त अधिसूचना संख्या 37/2026 जारी की है। इसमें कुल 686 रिक्तियां हैं, जिनमें डिप्टी तहसीलदार (200), डिप्टी मंडल परिषद विकास अधिकारी (176) और असिस्टेंट सेक्शन ऑफिसर (GAD) (71) प्रमुख पद हैं। पदों के अनुसार स्नातक डिग्री, और कुछ पदों के लिए कंप्यूटर योग्यता आवश्यक है। आवेदन https://psc.ap.gov.in पर ऑनलाइन किए जाएंगे, जो 10 नवंबर 2026 से 30 नवंबर 2026 को रात 11:59 बजे तक खुले रहेंगे।
Download the APPSC Group II Notification PDF
Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 13 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 10 Nov 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Detailed Notification available | on or before 10/11/2026 |
| Published on this site | 14 Oct 2026 |
APPSC Group II 2026 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 686
| Sl.No | Name of the post | No. of vacancies | Scale of Pay (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 06 | 45,830-1,30,580 |
| 02 | Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 07 | 44,570-1,27,480 |
| 03 | Deputy Tahsildar | 200 | 44,570-1,27,480 |
| 04 | Goods and Service Tax Officer | 40 | 45,830-1,30,580 |
| 05 | Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 10 | 45,830-1,30,580 |
| 06 | Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer | 176 | 45,830-1,30,580 |
| 07 | Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 08 | Assistant Section Officer (GAD) | 71 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 09 | Assistant Section Officer (Finance Dept.) | 05 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 10 | Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.) | 04 | 40,970-1,24,380 |
| 11 | Senior Accountant (HOD) | 90 | 34,580-1,07,210 |
| 12 | Junior Accountant (HODs) | 48 | 25,220-80,910 |
| Total | 686 |
APPSC Group II 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university (posts 1-8); Degree in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce (post 9); Degree in Law (post 10); Degree in Commerce, Economics or Mathematics plus certificate course or BCA/B.Sc.(Comp.)/B.Tech with computer science (posts 11-12)
Other Conditions
- Detailed eligibility, age and physical requirements (for post 07) to be given in the Detailed Notification
Posts located in: Andhra Pradesh. Check domicile and reservation rules in the notification.
APPSC Group II 2026 Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scales run from Rs 25,220 to Rs 1,30,580 depending on the post, and the notice does not state a starting basic pay for each post.
As printed in the notification: Rs 45,830-1,30,580; Rs 44,570-1,27,480; Rs 40,970-1,24,380; Rs 34,580-1,07,210; Rs 25,220-80,910 (by post)
APPSC Group II 2026 Selection Process
- Screening Test (objective, OMR, offline), 150 marks
- Main Examination (objective, degree standard), Paper I and Paper II, 300 marks
- Computer Proficiency Test for applicable posts
Examination Pattern
| Paper | Subject | No. of questions | Duration (minutes) | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screening | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Main Paper I | Social History of AP; Indian Constitution | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Main Paper II | Indian and AP Economy; Science and Technology | 150 | 150 | 150 |
How to Apply for APPSC Group II 2026
- Apply online through https://psc.ap.gov.in between 10/11/2026 and 30/11/2026 up to 11:59 PM
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Before You Apply for APPSC Group II 2026: Quick Check
- You hold the qualification for the exact post you want (Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university (posts 1-8); Degree in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce (post 9); Degree in Law (post 10); Degree in Commerce, Economics or Mathematics plus certificate course or BCA/B.Sc.(Comp.)/B.Tech with computer science (posts 11-12)).
- Your photograph and signature are scanned to the size and format the portal asks for, and your name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- You will submit and pay by 30 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM, not on the last evening when portals slow down.
- You have read the official notification in full, not just this summary.
What Happens After Selection
Candidates who make the final merit list after the stages listed above (3 in all) have their original documents checked and go through a medical examination.
The appointing department then verifies character and antecedents, usually through the police, and issues an offer of appointment with the joining date and place of posting.
New appointees usually serve a probation period, often one to two years, during which there may be induction training, before being confirmed in service.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
APPSC Group II 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Can final-year degree students apply?
The notification does not say. Check the Detailed Notification for eligibility rules.
Is there negative marking in the written test?
Yes. For each wrong answer, 1/3rd of the marks for that question is deducted.
Are the Screening Test and Main Examination in the same format?
Both are objective, degree standard, and the Screening Test has 150 marks while the Main Examination has 300 marks.
Is there a Computer Proficiency Test for every post?
No. The notice says it applies to applicable posts, so check the Detailed Notification for your post.
Abbreviations on This Page
- OMR
- Optical Mark Recognition
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission and checked against it on 16 Oct 2026. The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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