Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
APPSC Group 2 2026 — Andhra Pradesh State Services
Quick Information
| Post Name | Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Junior Assistant, Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO), Mandal Revenue Inspector, Municipal Commissioner Grade III, and other Group 2 posts |
| Total Vacancies | 783 |
| Salary | Pay Level 7–10 (Andhra Pradesh revised pay scales) — ₹37,100–₹1,17,800/month basic + DA + HRA + AP state allowances. Revenue Divisional Officer: ~₹55,000–₹70,000/month gross. ASO/Mandal Revenue Inspector: ~₹40,000–₹52,000/month gross. |
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
Application Fee
| General | ₹250 |
| OBC | ₹250 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| Women | Nil |
| PH / Divyang | Nil |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 15 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
Eligibility
| Age Limit | 18–42 years for most posts. Age relaxation: BC +5 yrs, SC/ST +10 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per AP Govt rules. AP domicile (nativity) required. |
| Education | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university. Telugu language proficiency required. |
Selection Process
- 1**Stage 1 — Screening Test / Preliminary Exam** | Paper | Marks | Duration | |---|---|---| | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 2.5 hours | Objective MCQ. Qualifying only. No negative marking. **Stage 2 — Main Exam** | Paper | Marks | Type | |---|---|---| | Paper I: General Essays & English | 150 | Descriptive | | Paper II: General Studies I (History
- 2Polity
- 3Economy) | 150 | Descriptive | | Paper III: General Studies II (Science
- 4Technology
- 5Current Affairs) | 150 | Descriptive | | Paper IV: Telugu (Language) | 150 | Descriptive | | **Total** | **600** | — | **Stage 3 — Interview** 75 marks (for Group 2 posts with interview). Group 2A posts: no interview.
How to Apply
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What is APPSC Group 2?
APPSC Group 2 (Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission — Group 2 Services) recruitment covers administrative and revenue posts in Andhra Pradesh state government. It includes both Group 2 (with interview) and Group 2A (without interview) posts.
Group 2 is one of the most popular state government exams in Andhra Pradesh, drawing hundreds of thousands of applications every cycle.
Major Posts
| Post | Category |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Secretariat |
| Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) | Revenue |
| Mandal Revenue Inspector | Revenue |
| Municipal Commissioner Grade III | Municipality |
| Assistant Registrar (Co-operative) | Co-operative |
| District Backward Classes Welfare Officer | Welfare |
| Junior Assistant | Various Depts |
Eligibility
Age Limit (as on July 1, 2026)
- General: 18–42 years
- BC: Up to 47 years
- SC/ST: Up to 52 years
- PwBD: +10 years over applicable limit
AP domicile (nativity) certificate required.
Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university
- Telugu proficiency is tested in Paper IV
Exam Pattern
Prelims (Qualifying)
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Studies & Mental Ability (Objective) | 150 |
No negative marking. Qualifying only.
Mains (Descriptive)
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper I: Essay + English | 150 |
| Paper II: GS I — History, Polity, Economy | 150 |
| Paper III: GS II — Science, Tech, Environment, Current Affairs | 150 |
| Paper IV: Telugu (Language) | 150 |
| Total | 600 |
Interview (Group 2 only)
75 marks.
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | February 15, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 15, 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| Mains Exam | September–October 2026 (expected) |
| Interview | December 2026 (expected) |
Preparation Strategy
AP-specific History: Satavahana dynasty, Eastern Chalukyas of Vengi, Kakatiyas, Vijayanagara Empire, Hyderabad Nizam, Andhra movement for statehood (Potti Sriramulu). This is consistently tested — 15–20 questions.
Telugu Paper: Essay, comprehension, précis, and grammar. Prepare formal Telugu writing. For candidates with Telugu as mother tongue, this is a high-scoring section.
Current Affairs: Both national and Andhra Pradesh state-level — new districts formation, YSR schemes, Polavaram project updates, AP capital developments.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| APPSC Website | psc.ap.gov.in |
| Apply Online | psc.ap.gov.in |