Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has published Brief Notification No. 37/2026 to fill 686 posts under Group-II Services (General / Limited Recruitment). The available vacancies comprise Deputy Tahsildar (200), Deputy MPDO (176), Senior Accountant (90), Assistant Section Officer (80), Goods & Service Tax Officer (40), Junior Accountant (48), Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector (29), Sub-Registrar Gr-II (7), Municipal Commissioner Gr-III (6), alongside Assistant Registrar (10). Candidates who hold a Bachelor’s Degree may submit the online application form on psc.ap.gov.in starting 10 November 2026 until 30 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Brief Notification Release Date | 13 October 2026 |
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| Detailed Notification Available On | On or before 10 November 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 10 November 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
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| Screening Test (Prelims) Date | To be announced in detailed notification |
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Application Fee
| Application Processing Fee & Examination Fee | As per APPSC norms (To be specified in detailed notice) |
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| SC / ST / BC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | Fee concession/exemption as per rules |
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| Payment Mode | Online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI |
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Age Limit
| General Posts | 18 to 42 Years (as per AP State Government rules) |
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| Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector | 18 to 30 Years |
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| Age Relaxation | 5 Years for SC / ST / BC candidates, 10 Years for PwD candidates as per Government Orders. |
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Eligibility Criteria
| Executive & General Degree Posts (PC 01 to 08) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. (For Sub-Registrar: Law Degree preferred; For Excise SI: Must meet physical standards). |
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| ASO (Finance Dept) (PC 09) | Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Economics, or Commerce. |
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| ASO (Law Dept) (PC 10) | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.). |
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| Senior & Junior Accountant (PC 11 & 12) | Degree in Commerce / Economics / Mathematics OR Any Degree with Technical Board Computer Certificate, or BCA / B.Sc (Comp) / B.Tech (CS/IT). |
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Scale of Pay Details
| Municipal Commissioner Gr-III, GSTO, Assistant Registrar, Deputy MPDO: Rs. 45,830 - Rs. 1,30,580/- |
| Deputy Tahsildar & Sub-Registrar Grade-II | Rs. 44,570 - Rs. 1,27,480/- |
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| Assistant Section Officer (GAD / Finance / Law) & Excise SI | Rs. 40,970 - Rs. 1,24,380/- |
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| Senior Accountant (Treasuries & Accounts HOD) | Rs. 34,580 - Rs. 1,07,210/- |
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| Junior Accountant (Treasuries & Accounts HODs) | Rs. 25,220 - Rs. 80,910/- |
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APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post Name & Department | Total Posts |
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| 1 | Deputy Tahsildar (A.P. Revenue Service) | 200 |
| 2 | Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer (PR & RD) | 176 |
| 3 | Senior Accountant in A.P. Treasuries and Accounts (HOD) | 90 |
| 4 | Assistant Section Officer - GAD (71), Finance (05), Law (04) | 80 |
| 5 | Junior Accountant in various Departments (HODs) | 48 |
| 6 | Goods and Service Tax Officer (GSTO / ACTO) | 40 |
| 7 | Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 |
| 8 | Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 10 |
| 9 | Sub-Registrar Grade-II (Registrations and Stamps) | 07 |
| 10 | Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 06 |
| Total Vacancies | 686 |
Scheme of Examination & Syllabus
| Screening Test (Offline OMR Based - 150 Questions | 150 Marks | 150 Minutes): Indian History: 30 Marks Geography: 30 Marks Indian Society: 30 Marks Current Affairs: 30 Marks Mental Ability: 30 Marks Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer. |
| Main Examination (Objective Type - 300 Marks) | Paper I: Social & Cultural History of AP (75M) + General Overview of Indian Constitution (75M) = 150 Marks (150 Mins) Paper II: Indian and AP Economy (75M) + Science and Technology (75M) = 150 Marks (150 Mins) |
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| Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) | Practical test of 60 minutes for 100 marks (Qualifying: SC/ST/PwBD 30%, BC 35%, OC 40%). |
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How to Apply for APPSC Group 2 Services Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official APPSC portal at psc.ap.gov.in.
- New applicants must register for One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) to generate their OTPR ID.
- Sign in with your OTPR ID and password, then select the recruitment link for Group-II Services (Notification No. 37/2026).
- Accurately enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and preferred posts in the form.
- Attach your recent scanned passport size photograph and signature following the specified file dimensions.
- Deposit the necessary examination fee and application processing charges via the online payment facility.
- Send in the completed online application form before 11:59 PM on 30 November 2026.
- Save and take a printout of the submitted application form together with the fee receipt for records.
Important Links
Before Applying
Check the official notification carefully to read all terms, fee rules, age limits, and education qualification details before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
Brief Notification Release Date: 13 October 2026; Detailed Notification Available On: On or before 10 November 2026; Online Application Start Date: 10 November 2026; Last Date to Apply Online: 30 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
How many posts are there in APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
Total Vacancies: 686.
What is the application fee for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
Application Processing Fee & Examination Fee: As per APPSC norms (To be specified in detailed notice); SC / ST / BC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen: Fee concession/exemption as per rules; Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
