APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026: 686 Posts Including 200 Deputy Tahsildars — Apply From 10 November to 30 November
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced 686 provisional vacancies under Group-II Services Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026. The recruitment covers executive and non-executive posts, including Deputy Tahsildar, Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer, Senior Accountant and Assistant Section Officer.
Online applications are scheduled to open on 10 November 2026 and close on 30 November 2026. Candidates should check the detailed notification before applying because post-specific eligibility, age limits, reservations and other conditions must be confirmed from the Commission’s official instructions. <Cite refs={["turn373887search0","turn487246view2"]}/>
APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Notification number | 37/2026 |
| Notification date | 13 October 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 686 (provisional) |
| Application start date | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 November 2026 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Official website | portal-psc.ap.gov.in |
| Detailed notification | Expected on or before 10 November 2026 |
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APPSC Group 2 Vacancy Details 2026
The brief notification lists 686 vacancies across 12 post categories.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deputy Tahsildar | 200 |
| Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer | 176 |
| Senior Accountant | 90 |
| Assistant Section Officer — General Administration Department | 71 |
| Junior Accountant | 48 |
| Goods and Service Tax Officer | 40 |
| Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | 29 |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 10 |
| Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 7 |
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 6 |
| Assistant Section Officer — Finance Department | 5 |
| Assistant Section Officer — Law Department | 4 |
| Total | 686 |
Vacancies are provisional and may change after confirmation by the concerned departments. <Cite refs={["turn487246view2","turn545896search2"]}/>
APPSC Group 2 Eligibility 2026
The detailed notification is the controlling document for educational qualifications, age limits, reservation benefits and post-specific requirements.
Candidates should review the following before applying:
- Educational qualification: Check the prescribed degree or other qualification for the particular post. A general graduation requirement should not be assumed to satisfy every post-specific condition.
- Age limit: Confirm the minimum and maximum ages, the crucial date for calculating age and applicable category-wise relaxations in the detailed notification.
- Reservation: Check the rules and certificates applicable to your category and the notified vacancy roster.
- Post-specific conditions: Posts such as Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector may have additional requirements. Verify any physical standards or other conditions in the official instructions.
- Application eligibility: Check whether the post falls under general recruitment or limited recruitment and whether any additional conditions apply.
Important: Do not rely on an age limit, fee exemption or qualification listed on an unofficial website unless it matches the applicable APPSC notification. The Commission has indicated that the detailed instructions will be available on or before 10 November 2026. <Cite refs={["turn545896search0","turn545896search4"]}/>
APPSC Group 2 Salary and Pay Scales
The reported pay scales for the advertised posts are listed below. These are basic pay-scale ranges, not guaranteed monthly take-home salaries.
| Post | Pay scale |
|---|---|
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | ₹45,830–₹1,30,580 |
| Sub-Registrar Grade-II | ₹44,570–₹1,27,480 |
| Deputy Tahsildar | ₹44,570–₹1,27,480 |
| Goods and Service Tax Officer | ₹45,830–₹1,30,580 |
| Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | ₹45,830–₹1,30,580 |
| Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer | ₹45,830–₹1,30,580 |
| Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector | ₹40,970–₹1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer — General Administration | ₹40,970–₹1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer — Finance | ₹40,970–₹1,24,380 |
| Assistant Section Officer — Law | ₹40,970–₹1,24,380 |
| Senior Accountant | ₹34,580–₹1,07,210 |
| Junior Accountant | ₹25,220–₹80,910 |
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Allowances, deductions and actual take-home pay depend on the applicable service rules and appointment terms. Confirm the final post-wise pay details in the official notification.
APPSC Group 2 Exam Pattern 2026
The selection process includes a screening test, main examination and Computer Proficiency Test (CPT), as applicable under the prescribed scheme. The screening test is conducted offline using objective questions and OMR answer sheets. <Cite refs={["turn487246view2","turn545896search4"]}/>
Screening test
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Subject | General Studies and Mental Ability |
| Questions | 150 |
| Maximum marks | 150 |
| Duration | 150 minutes |
| Mode | Offline, objective type, OMR |
Main examination
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Social History of Andhra Pradesh, social and cultural movements, and an overview of the Indian Constitution | 150 | 150 |
| Paper II | Indian and Andhra Pradesh Economy; Science and Technology | 150 | 150 |
| Total | Two papers | 300 | 300 |
The published examination scheme includes a penalty of one-third of the marks prescribed for a question for each wrong answer. Candidates should confirm the final scheme, qualifying requirements and CPT applicability in the detailed notification. <Cite refs={["turn545896search3","turn545896search4"]}/>
How to Apply for APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026
Applications are scheduled to be accepted online from 10 November to 30 November 2026.
- Visit the official APPSC website.
- Open the Group-II Services recruitment notification, No. 37/2026.
- Read the detailed notification and confirm eligibility for your chosen post.
- Complete the required registration or candidate-profile process.
- Fill in the application form and upload the prescribed documents.
- Pay the applicable fee, if required.
- Review the details carefully and submit the application.
- Save the submitted application and payment acknowledgement for future reference.
Do not wait until the final day to submit the form. The application deadline is 30 November 2026, and the detailed notification should be checked for the final instructions and any changes. <Cite refs={["turn487246view2","turn545896search4"]}/>
Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification released | 13 October 2026 |
| Online applications begin | 10 November 2026 |
| Detailed notification expected | On or before 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 November 2026 |
| Screening test | To be confirmed in the detailed notification |
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Official Links
- APPSC official website: portal-psc.ap.gov.in
- Recruitment notifications: APPSC Recruitment Notifications
- Notification: Group-II Services, Notification No. 37/2026, dated 13 October 2026.
Use the Commission’s website to verify the detailed notification, application link, examination dates and any corrigenda.
Final Takeaway
APPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 offers 686 provisional vacancies, including 200 Deputy Tahsildar posts and 176 Deputy Mandal Parishad Development Officer posts. Applications are scheduled from 10 to 30 November 2026.
Before applying, confirm the educational qualification, age limit, category requirements, fee and post-specific conditions in the detailed notification. Use the official APPSC portal for the final application instructions and examination updates.