The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has issued a fresh Group-II recruitment notice for 686 provisional vacancies across 12 categories of state-government posts. Brief Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026, covers roles such as Deputy Tahsildar, Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant, Municipal Commissioner Grade-III, Sub-Registrar Grade-II and Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector. Online applications will open on 10 November 2026 and remain available until 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Most post codes require a recognised bachelor's degree, while a few categories have subject-specific or computer-related qualification requirements. The largest vacancy blocks are 200 Deputy Tahsildar posts and 176 Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer posts. APPSC has also published the examination scheme and syllabus with the brief notice: a 150-mark OMR-based screening test is followed by a 300-mark main examination for shortlisted candidates. The exact age limits, community-wise breakup, application fee, physical standards for the Excise Sub-Inspector post and other detailed conditions will be published in the detailed notification on or before 10 November 2026. Candidates should therefore use this brief notice to identify suitable post categories and begin preparation, while waiting for the final application instructions before submission.
APPSC Group-II Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Recruitment | Group-II Services |
| Notification | Brief Notification No. 37/2026 |
| Notification date | 13 October 2026 |
| Recruitment type | Direct Recruitment — General/Limited Recruitment |
| Total provisional vacancies | 686 |
| Number of post categories | 12 |
| Application start | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Detailed notification | On or before 10 November 2026 |
| Screening test | Offline OMR, objective type |
| Main examination | Objective type, degree standard |
| Job location | Andhra Pradesh |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| 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 | 5 | ₹40,970–₹1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer — Law | 4 | ₹40,970–₹1,24,380 |
| Senior Accountant | 90 | ₹34,580–₹1,07,210 |
| Junior Accountant | 48 | ₹25,220–₹80,910 |
| Total | 686 | — |
The vacancy figures are provisional and may change after confirmation from the concerned departments.
Educational Qualification
| Post Code | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 01 to 08 | Bachelor's degree from a recognised university/institution or equivalent |
| 02 — Sub-Registrar Grade-II | Bachelor's degree; preference for candidates who also possess a recognised Law degree |
| 09 — ASO Finance | Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce |
| 10 — ASO Law | Bachelor's degree in Law |
| 11 & 12 — Senior Accountant / Junior Accountant | Degree in Commerce, Economics or Mathematics plus the prescribed computer qualification, or one of the specified computer-related degrees |
For Senior Accountant and Junior Accountant, the brief notification lists approved computer qualifications such as Office Automation, PC Maintenance & Troubleshooting or Web Designing certificates issued by the A.P. Board of Technical Education and Training, or specified computer-related degrees.
Use the Regal Naukri Eligibility Pre-check after matching your degree with the exact APPSC post code.
Age Limit
The brief notification does not publish the final post-wise age limits. APPSC states that age, community details and other conditions will appear in the detailed notification, and the date of that detailed notification will be the crucial date for all aspects.
Once it is released, candidates can use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator with the exact APPSC cut-off date.
Salary
The 12 categories carry different pay scales, so a single combined salary would be misleading. The notified scales range from ₹25,220–₹80,910 for Junior Accountant to ₹45,830–₹1,30,580 for several higher Group-II categories.
Application Fee
The application processing fee and examination fee are not stated in the current brief notification. Candidates should wait for the detailed notification and pay only through the official APPSC application system.
Selection Process
Screening Test
| Component | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
The screening test will be conducted in offline OMR mode. The test date will be announced in the detailed notification.
Main Examination
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Social History of Andhra Pradesh + Indian Constitution | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Paper II | Indian & Andhra Pradesh Economy + Science & Technology | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Total | — | 300 | 300 | 300 minutes |
For both stages, each wrong answer attracts a penalty of one-third of the marks assigned to that question.
Physical Requirements
Applicants for Post Code 07 — Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector should check the physical requirements in the detailed notification. Do not reuse physical standards from an older APPSC recruitment.
Documents to Prepare
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Degree certificate and marksheets | Educational qualification |
| Law degree, where claimed | Preference/eligibility for relevant posts |
| Computer certificate or qualifying computer degree | Senior/Junior Accountant requirements |
| Date-of-birth proof | Age verification |
| Category certificates | Reservation/relaxation after the detailed rules are published |
| Identity document | Online application and examination identification |
Use the Government Job Document Checklist to organise papers, and review the Documents Required for Government Jobs guide before applications open.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification | 13 October 2026 |
| Detailed notification | On or before 10 November 2026 |
| Online application opens | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening test | To be announced |
| Main examination | To be announced |
How to Apply for APPSC Group-II Recruitment 2026
- Read the official APPSC Group-II brief notification.
- Identify the post code matching your degree and any additional computer/law qualification.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check as a self-check after matching your qualification with the official post code.
- Keep degree, computer-certificate, category and identity records organised using the Document Checklist.
- On or before 10 November 2026, return to the official APPSC website and read the detailed notification, especially the age, reservation, fee and Post Code 07 physical requirements.
- Open the Group-II online application facility when APPSC activates it on 10 November 2026.
- Enter the required personal, qualification and post information exactly as prescribed.
- Pay the fee only if and as required by the detailed notification.
- Review the completed form and submit it before 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Retain the acknowledgement for the screening-test and later stages.
Important Instructions
- The 686 vacancies are provisional.
- Apply only through APPSC's official online process.
- Do not rely on age limits or fee amounts from older Group-II cycles.
- The detailed-notification date is the crucial date for recruitment conditions.
- Post Code 07 has physical requirements to be published in the detailed notice.
- Wrong answers carry one-third negative marking.
- Apply well before the closing date.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| APPSC Group-II Official Brief Notification | Official Notification No. 37/2026 |
| APPSC Official Website | Detailed notification and online application |
| Regal Naukri Eligibility Pre-check | Compare qualification inputs |
| Regal Naukri Age Calculator | Use after the detailed age cut-off is published |
| Government Job Document Checklist | Prepare documents |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are announced in APPSC Group-II Recruitment 2026?
There are 686 provisional vacancies across 12 Group-II post categories.
When can candidates apply?
Applications will be accepted from 10 November to 30 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM on the last day.
What qualification is required?
Most post codes require a bachelor's degree. Some posts require specified subjects, a Law degree, or prescribed computer qualifications.
Which post has the most vacancies?
Deputy Tahsildar has 200 vacancies, followed by Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer with 176.
Has APPSC announced the age limit?
Not in the brief notice. The detailed notification will provide the age conditions.
What is the selection process?
An offline OMR screening test is followed by a two-paper objective main examination.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. One-third of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for each incorrect answer.
Where should candidates apply?
Through the official APPSC website once the Group-II application facility opens on 10 November 2026.