APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026: Apply Online for 686 Executive & Non-Executive Posts

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially issued the much-awaited Group 2 Services recruitment notification for 2026 under Advertisement Number 37/2026. Through this state recruitment drive, the commission will fill 686 vacancies across executive and non-executive administrative cadres in various Andhra Pradesh government departments. Key posts include Deputy Tahsildar, Sub-Registrar Grade-II, Municipal Commissioner Grade-III, and Assistant Section Officer (ASO). For graduates seeking prestigious civil administration positions in Andhra Pradesh, this notification provides a direct pathway. The online application portal is set to accept candidate registrations from November 10, 2026 until November 30, 2026.

Important Dates

Aspirants must note the complete recruitment schedule announced by the commission to plan their preparation and application submissions.

• Official Notification Release Date: October 13, 2026
• Online Application Window Opens: November 10, 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: November 30, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: November 30, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Tentative Date for Preliminary Screening Test: February 2027

Vacancy Details

The commission has categorized the 686 vacancies into Executive and Non-Executive posts across various secretariat and revenue wings.

Executive Posts

• Deputy Tahsildar (Revenue Department): 182 Posts
• Sub-Registrar Grade-II (Registration & Stamps): 64 Posts
• Municipal Commissioner Grade-III: 48 Posts
• Assistant Commercial Tax Officer (ACTO): 95 Posts
• Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector: 42 Posts

Non-Executive Posts

• Assistant Section Officer (ASO) in AP Secretariat: 135 Posts
• Senior Auditor in State Audit Department: 58 Posts
• Senior Accountant in Treasuries & Accounts: 62 Posts

Category-wise quotas for Open Competition (OC), Backward Classes (BC-A, B, C, D, E), Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) strictly adhere to state reservation orders.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the mandatory educational requirements and age conditions as of July 1, 2026.

Educational Qualification

• General Requirement: Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Tech., or equivalent) from a recognized university established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, State Act, or UGC-recognized institution.
• Specific Post Prerequisites: For posts such as Assistant Section Officer (Finance), degrees with Commerce, Economics, or Statistics as main subjects are preferred. For Excise Sub-Inspector, candidates must also meet physical measurement standards (minimum height of 165 cm for men and 152.5 cm for women).

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 42 years as of July 1, 2026. (For Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector, the age range is 18 to 30 years).
• Age Relaxation: Upper age limits are relaxed by 5 years for SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates, and up to 10 years for PwBD applicants.

Salary Structure

Recruited personnel enter the revised Andhra Pradesh state pay matrix with competitive basic salaries and allowances.

• Executive Posts: Basic pay ranges from Rs 44,570 to Rs 1,27,480 per month.
• Non-Executive Posts: Basic pay ranges from Rs 34,580 to Rs 1,07,210 per month.
• Allowances: Officers receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Reimbursement, and city compensatory allowances as applicable to state government employees.

Selection Process

The selection process for APPSC Group 2 consists of four sequential stages:

1. Preliminary Screening Test: An objective written test carrying 150 marks covering Indian History, Geography, Indian Society, Current Affairs, and Mental Ability.
2. Mains Examination: Candidates qualified in prelims appear for two papers carrying 150 marks each (Total 300 marks):
   • Paper 1: Social and Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh and General Overview of the Indian Constitution.
   • Paper 2: Indian and AP Economy, along with Science and Technology.
3. Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): A mandatory qualifying test assessing practical skills in office automation tools.
4. Document Verification: Verification of original academic, demographic, and caste certificates.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official APPSC web portal.

1. Visit the official commission website at psc.ap.gov.in.
2. First-time applicants must complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) by entering personal, educational, and demographic details along with Aadhaar authentication.
3. Log in using your registered OTPR User ID and Password.
4. Click on the link for "Group-II Services Notification No. 37/2026" under the application section.
5. Select your post preferences and examination district choices.
6. Upload recent passport-sized photos and signatures adhering to the specified file size and dimension requirements.
7. Pay the application processing fee of Rs 250 and examination fee of Rs 120 through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI. Note: SC, ST, BC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from the Rs 120 examination fee.
8. Submit the final application form and download the generated PDF acknowledgment receipt for future reference.

Official Links

• APPSC Official Website: psc.ap.gov.in
• APPSC Online Application Portal: psc.ap.gov.in/appsc_portal

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is there negative marking in the APPSC Group 2 examination?

Yes. For each wrong answer in both the preliminary screening test and the mains examination, one-third (1/3rd) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as negative marking.

Can candidates from states other than Andhra Pradesh apply?

Yes. Candidates residing in other Indian states are eligible to apply under the Open Competition (Unreserved) category. However, non-local candidates cannot claim caste-based reservation benefits or age concessions applicable to Andhra Pradesh residents.

Is an interview conducted for APPSC Group 2 recruitment?

No. The Government of Andhra Pradesh has eliminated personal interview rounds for Group 2 executive and non-executive posts. Final selection is determined entirely by scores obtained in the 300-mark Mains Examination, subject to qualifying the Computer Proficiency Test.