The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 brief notification for 686 provisional vacancies across 12 categories of Group-II posts. Notification No. 37/2026, dated October 13, 2026, covers posts including Deputy Tahsildar, Municipal Commissioner Grade-III, Sub-Registrar Grade-II, Goods and Service Tax Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Senior Accountant and Junior Accountant.
The online application process will begin on November 10, 2026. Eligible candidates will have until November 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM to submit their applications. APPSC has stated that the detailed notification containing the vacancy breakup, age limits, community-wise provisions and other instructions will be made available on or before November 10.
The recruitment includes an offline OMR-based Screening Test, followed by the Main Examination as prescribed by APPSC. The brief notification also contains the scheme and syllabus for a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). Candidates should, however, check the detailed notification for the exact applicability of the CPT and other selection conditions for individual posts.
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APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Recruitment | Group-II Services |
| Notification No. | 37/2026 |
| Notification Date | October 13, 2026 |
| Recruitment Type | General/Limited Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 686 provisional posts |
| Number of Post Categories | 12 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | November 10, 2026 |
| Last Date | November 30, 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test | Offline, Objective Type, OMR-based |
| Screening Test Date | To be announced in the detailed notification |
| Detailed Notification | On or before November 10, 2026 |
APPSC has officially listed Notification No. 37/2026 among its recruitment notifications dated October 13, 2026.
APPSC Group 2 Vacancy 2026
A total of 686 vacancies have been announced provisionally. Deputy Tahsildar accounts for the largest share with 200 vacancies, followed by Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer with 176 vacancies and Senior Accountant with 90 vacancies.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 Department | 5 | ₹40,970–1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer – Law Department | 4 | ₹40,970–1,24,380 |
| Senior Accountant | 90 | ₹34,580–1,07,210 |
| Junior Accountant | 48 | ₹25,220–80,910 |
| Total | 686 | — |
The notification makes it clear that these vacancy numbers are provisional and may change after confirmation from the respective departments.
APPSC Group 2 Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief Notification Released | October 13, 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | On or before November 10, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | November 10, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 30, 2026 |
| Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test Date | To be announced |
The date of the detailed notification will be treated as the crucial date in all aspects, according to APPSC.
APPSC Group 2 Educational Qualification
The educational requirement varies according to the post code. Candidates must possess the required qualification as on the date of the detailed notification.
Post Codes 01 to 08
Candidates applying for Post Codes 01 to 08 must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.
For Sub-Registrar Grade-II (Post Code 02), preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to the basic qualification, possess a Degree in Law.
Assistant Section Officer – Finance Department
For Post Code 09, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Mathematics, or
- Economics, or
- Commerce
The degree must be from a recognised university or institution.
Assistant Section Officer – Law Department
For Post Code 10, applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised university or equivalent institution.
Senior Accountant and Junior Accountant
For Post Codes 11 and 12, the notification prescribes degree and computer-related qualification conditions. It lists Commerce, Economics or Mathematics degrees and also contains a provision concerning holders of other recognised degrees.
Candidates must additionally satisfy the prescribed computer qualification through an eligible certificate course such as Office Automation, PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting, or Web Designing, or hold specified computer-related degrees such as BCA, B.Sc. Computer Science, B.Com. Computers, B.A. Computers or B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent.
Candidates interested in Senior Accountant or Junior Accountant posts should therefore read the exact qualification clause in the notification rather than relying only on the general graduation requirement.
APPSC Group 2 Age Limit 2026
The brief notification does not specify the complete post-wise age limits or category-wise age relaxations. APPSC has stated that the detailed notification will contain information regarding age, community, educational qualifications and other recruitment conditions.
Candidates should therefore wait for the detailed notification before treating any age-limit figure circulating elsewhere as applicable to this recruitment.
Physical Requirements for Excise Sub-Inspector
Candidates applying for Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector (Post Code 07) will have to meet prescribed physical requirements.
The brief notification does not reproduce those standards and specifically directs applicants to refer to the detailed notification for the physical requirements.
APPSC Group 2 Application Fee 2026
The brief Notification No. 37/2026 does not provide the complete application and examination fee structure for this recruitment.
Candidates should check the detailed notification before making payment, particularly because fee exemptions or concessions may depend on the candidate’s category and other eligibility conditions.
APPSC Group 2 Selection Process 2026
The notification confirms an offline Screening Test and provides the examination scheme for both the Screening Test and Main Examination. It also annexes a separate Computer Proficiency Test scheme.
The detailed notification should be consulted for the precise selection sequence, shortlisting rules, qualifying requirements and post-wise applicability of subsequent stages.
APPSC Group 2 Salary 2026
The pay scale varies according to the post. Among the notified positions, the starting basic pay ranges from ₹25,220 for Junior Accountant to ₹45,830 for several higher Group-II categories, with the highest listed scale extending to ₹1,30,580.
Actual remuneration will be governed by the applicable state government pay rules and admissible allowances for the respective post.
How to Apply for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026
The application process is scheduled to open on November 10, 2026. Candidates should:
- Visit the APPSC online recruitment portal.
- Complete or use the required APPSC registration/OTPR credentials as instructed.
- Open the application for Group-II Services – Notification No. 37/2026.
- Select the applicable post preferences and enter the required personal, educational and category details.
- Complete the prescribed fee payment, where applicable, and submit the application.
- Save the submitted application and payment details for future reference.
APPSC has specifically instructed candidates to submit applications only through online mode and recommends applying well before the closing date to avoid last-minute problems.
Documents and Details to Keep Ready
Applicants should keep their educational certificates, proof of date of birth, category/community certificate where applicable, recent photograph and signature, identification details and relevant computer qualification certificates ready.
Candidates applying for posts carrying specialised educational or physical requirements should also keep the relevant supporting documents available. The final list of upload and verification requirements should be checked against the detailed notification before submitting the form.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available under APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
APPSC has announced 686 provisional vacancies across 12 categories of Group-II posts.
When will APPSC Group 2 applications begin?
Online applications are scheduled to begin on November 10, 2026.
What is the APPSC Group 2 application last date?
Candidates can submit their applications until November 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
What qualification is required for APPSC Group 2?
Most posts require a recognized Bachelor’s Degree. Certain posts have specific subject or professional qualification requirements, including Law, Mathematics, Economics, Commerce and computer-related qualifications.
When will the APPSC Group 2 Screening Test be held?
The Screening Test date has not yet been announced. APPSC will provide the date in the detailed notification.
Is there negative marking in APPSC Group 2?
Yes. The notified examination scheme prescribes a penalty of one-third of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer in the Screening Test and Main Examination.
