APPSC Group II — older updates
Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for APPSC Group II Services Prelims, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
Older news (39)
The Andhra Pradesh Government released the APPSC Job Calendar 2026 on March 18, 2026, as an 'Ugadi Gift'. The calendar confirms 750 Group 2 vacancies for executive and non-executive posts, with notification scheduled for September 15, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Sept 2026
As per the tentative schedule based on the job calendar, the APPSC Group 2 screening test (Prelims) is scheduled for November 26, 2026, and the Mains exam is expected on January 24, 2027. Applications will be accepted from September 15 to October 5, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Sept 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission will release the official notification for Group 2 Services on September 15, 2026, as per the state government's job calendar announced during Ugadi. The notification will detail 750 vacancies for executive and non-executive posts.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The online application portal will open on September 15, 2026, the same day as the notification release, and remain active until October 5, 2026. Candidates can apply through the official APPSC website at psc.ap.gov.in using One Time Profile Registration.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
As per the AP Government Job Calendar 2026, a total of 750 posts have been announced for Group 2 Services, covering both executive posts like Deputy Tahsildar and Sub-Registrar, and non-executive posts including Assistant Section Officer and Junior Accountant.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The previous recruitment cycle results were declared on April 4, 2025. Document verification for shortlisted candidates was conducted from April 10 to June 10, 2025, completing the 2023 cycle recruitment process.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Sept 2026
According to recruitment timelines, the screening test (Prelims) for APPSC Group 2 is scheduled for November 26, 2026, followed by the Mains examination on January 24, 2027. Candidates must qualify the screening test to be eligible for Mains.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The APPSC Group 2 Prelims (Screening Test) consisting of 150 MCQs from General Studies and Mental Ability will be conducted on November 26, 2026. The exam will have negative marking of one-third marks for each wrong answer.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
Online applications for APPSC Group 2 will be accepted from September 15 to October 5, 2026, through the official APPSC portal. Candidates must complete One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR) before applying.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Government released the official Job Calendar 2026 on Ugadi, confirming that APPSC Group 2 notification will be published on 15 September 2026 with approximately 750 vacancies for Executive and Non-Executive posts including Municipal Commissioner, Sub-Registrar, Deputy Tahsildar, and Assistant Labour Officer.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
As per AP Government Job Calendar 2026 released on Ugadi, APPSC Group 2 notification for approximately 750 vacancies across Executive and Non-Executive posts is expected on September 15, 2026. The recruitment will include posts like Deputy Tahsildar, Sub-Registrar, Municipal Commissioner, and Assistant Section Officer.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
According to the recruitment timeline, the Prelims (screening test) for APPSC Group 2 will be conducted on 26 November 2026, followed by the Mains examination on 24 January 2027. The Prelims will consist of 150 MCQs on General Studies and Mental Ability.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
Candidates can submit their APPSC Group 2 online applications from 15 September to 5 October through the official APPSC website after completing One-Time Profile Registration. Application fees are Rs. 250 processing fee plus Rs. 80 exam fee (exempted for SC/ST/BC categories).
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission released the comprehensive exam calendar for 4,755 vacancies across multiple departments in 2026. The first recruitment notification is scheduled for 15 May 2026 for 1,500 Higher Education posts, with Group 2 notification to follow in September.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
APPSC published its Exam Calendar 2026 on December 3, 2025, announcing written exam dates for 21 recruitment notifications in two phases—January 27-31 and February 9-13, 2026—covering Agriculture Officer, AEE, Forest Officers, and more.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Government released the APPSC Job Calendar 2026 on 18 March (Ugadi festival), confirming 750 Group 2 vacancies for executive and non-executive posts. The official notification is scheduled for 15 September 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 21 Jun 2026
The APPSC Job Calendar 2026 lists a total of 10,060 direct recruitment vacancies across multiple departments, with Group 2 accounting for 750 posts. Minister Nara Lokesh confirmed an overall 1,14,899+ vacancies across Education, Police, Revenue, and Mega DSC departments.
Read full notice →Archived 21 Jun 2026
APPSC has tentatively scheduled the Group 2 screening test (prelims) for 26 November 2026, with the mains examination set for 24 January 2027. Applications are expected to open from 15 September to 5 October 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 21 Jun 2026
As per the official Job Calendar, APPSC will release the Group 2 Services notification on 15 September 2026 for posts including Municipal Commissioner, Sub-Registrar, Deputy Tahsildar, Assistant Labour Officer, and others across state departments.
Read full notice →Archived 21 Jun 2026
APPSC enabled correction application submission for Departmental Tests May 2026 Session under Notification No. 03/2026, published on June 3, 2026, indicating active administrative preparations.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Jun 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Government released the official Job Calendar 2026 in March, announcing that APPSC Group 2 notification will be published on September 15, 2026, for 750 vacancies across Executive and Non-Executive posts.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Jun 2026
APPSC released the final merit list for Group 2 recruitment (2023 cycle) on May 25, 2026, following the Computer Proficiency Test held in July 2025. Candidates can check their selection status on the official portal.
Read full notice →Archived 31 May 2026
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university to be eligible for APPSC Group 2 posts. The age limit is set between 18 and 42 years as of the cut-off date, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms.
Read full notice →Archived 30 May 2026
The comprehensive Job Calendar released by AP Minister Nara Lokesh announced 10,060 direct recruitment posts across 25 departments. This is part of a larger plan with over 1.14 lakh vacancies expected across nearly 60 departments, providing major employment opportunities for Andhra Pradesh aspirants.
Read full notice →Archived 30 May 2026
Andhra Pradesh Government released the official Job Calendar 2026 on Ugadi festival, confirming that the APPSC Group 2 notification will be released on 15th September 2026 for approximately 750 vacancies across executive and non-executive posts including Municipal Commissioner, Deputy Tahsildar, Assistant Labour Officer, and other key positions.
Read full notice →Archived 30 May 2026
The selection process for Group 2 Services 2026 will follow the revised pattern with a screening test (150 MCQs from General Studies and Mental Ability), Mains examination (two papers of 150 marks each), and Computer Proficiency Test. Negative marking of 1/3 mark applies for wrong answers.
Read full notice →Archived 30 May 2026
The Commission has updated the Group 2 exam pattern. The screening test now includes 150 MCQs covering General Studies (Indian History, Geography, Indian Society, Current Affairs) and Mental Ability, with negative marking of one-third mark per wrong answer and a duration of 150 minutes.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Government released the official APPSC Job Calendar 2026 on March 18, 2026, confirming that the Group 2 notification will be published on September 15, 2026. The calendar announces approximately 750 vacancies for executive and non-executive posts across various state departments.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
According to the official calendar, APPSC Group 2 online applications will be accepted from September 15 to October 5, 2026. Posts include Municipal Commissioner, Sub-Registrar, Deputy Tahsildar, Assistant Labour Officer, Assistant Section Officer, and other gazetted and non-gazetted positions.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
The APPSC Group 2 Prelims (Screening Test) is tentatively scheduled for November 26, 2026, while the Mains examination is expected on January 24, 2027. The screening test is qualifying in nature; final merit will be based on Mains performance and Computer Proficiency Test.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
Candidates will need to pay an Application Processing Fee of Rs. 250 (for all categories) and Examination Fee of Rs. 80, with exemptions available for SC, ST, BC, PBDs, and Ex-Service Men categories.
Read full notice →Archived 7 Jun 2026
Commission confirms the selection process will include Screening Test (Prelims), Mains examination with two papers, and Computer Proficiency Test followed by document verification. The exam pattern follows the revised format introduced in the 2023 cycle.
Read full notice →Archived 31 May 2026
APPSC released the final merit list for the previous Group 2 recruitment cycle on January 28, 2026, marking completion of that year's selection process before the new 2026 notification.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Jun 2026
State Minister Nara Lokesh unveiled the comprehensive AP Job Calendar 2026 as an 'Ugadi Gift' on March 18, covering over 10,000 posts including Group 1, Group 2, Assistant Professors, Police Constables and other state government positions.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Jun 2026
The Commission has confirmed the revised exam pattern will include a Screening Test with 150 MCQs from General Studies and Mental Ability, followed by Mains with two papers and a Computer Proficiency Test for final selection.
Read full notice →Archived 7 Jun 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Government released the APPSC Job Calendar 2026 on March 18, announcing recruitment schedules across 25 departments. The calendar includes 750 Group 2 positions scheduled for notification on September 15, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 7 Jun 2026
As per the official Job Calendar, the APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026 will be released on September 15, 2026, for approximately 750 Executive and Non-Executive posts including Municipal Commissioner, Sub-Registrar, and Deputy Tahsildar positions.
Read full notice →Archived 7 Jun 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Government announced the official Job Calendar 2026 on March 18, 2026 (Ugadi festival), confirming that APPSC Group 2 notification will be released on September 15, 2026 for approximately 750 vacancies across executive and non-executive posts.
Read full notice →Archived 31 May 2026
The APPSC Job Calendar 2026 covers 10,060 vacancies across 25 departments including Higher Education, Police, Revenue and Engineering services. Notifications will roll out from May 2026 onwards with Group 2 scheduled for mid-September.
Read full notice →Archived 31 May 2026
Older dates (81)
Computer Proficiency Test & Document Verification
Mon, 3 May, 2027Qualifying nature; final stage before appointment
Archived 31 May 2026
Computer Proficiency Test and Document Verification (expected)
Sat, 17 Apr, 2027Qualifying CPT followed by certificate verification for final selection
Archived 30 May 2026
Final Result (expected)
Thu, 15 Apr, 2027After Mains result, CPT, and document verification
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Final merit list & Document Verification (expected)
Tue, 13 Apr, 2027Final selection based on Mains marks; Computer Proficiency Test and certificate verification follow for qualified candidates
Archived 14 Jun 2026
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Tue, 6 Apr, 202760-minute practical qualifying test; candidates must score minimum qualifying marks
Archived 7 Jun 2026
Final result & document verification
Tue, 6 Apr, 2027Merit list publication and certificate verification for selected candidates
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Document Verification & final selection
Sun, 4 Apr, 2027Candidates with all certificates called for DV; appointment letters issued thereafter
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Mains result & merit list
Sat, 3 Apr, 2027Final merit based on Mains performance
Archived 31 May 2026
Final selection & joining
Tue, 30 Mar, 2027Selected candidates receive appointment orders; final postings announced
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Mains result & Computer Proficiency Test schedule
Fri, 5 Mar, 2027Final merit list based on Mains + CPT qualifying marks
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Final result & Computer Proficiency Test
Tue, 2 Mar, 2027CPT and document verification for shortlisted candidates
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Tue, 2 Mar, 2027Qualifying test; 60 minutes duration covering MS Office skills
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Mains result & CPT schedule
Sun, 28 Feb, 2027Final merit list published; Computer Proficiency Test & document verification scheduled
Archived 4 Aug 2026
📍Mains examination (expected)
Fri, 26 Feb, 2027Two papers of 150 marks each; final merit based on Mains performance
Archived 30 May 2026
📍Mains examination
Mon, 22 Feb, 2027Two papers of 150 marks each; objective type examination
Archived 31 May 2026
📍Mains exam (expected)
Fri, 12 Feb, 2027Two papers (Paper-I and Paper-II), each 150 marks; objective type covering Social History, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology
Archived 14 Jun 2026
📍Mains examination date
Fri, 5 Feb, 2027Two papers of 150 marks each covering General Studies and subject-specific topics
Archived 7 Jun 2026
📍Mains exam date
Mon, 25 Jan, 2027Main Examination: 2 papers of 150 marks each (Paper I: AP History & Polity; Paper II: Economy & Science)
Archived 4 Aug 2026
📍Main Examination (Mains)
Sun, 24 Jan, 202724 January 2027 – Two papers (Paper-I 10am-12:30pm, Paper-II 3pm-5:30pm); objective type, degree level
Archived 21 Jun 2026
📍Mains exam date
Sun, 24 Jan, 2027Two papers of 150 MCQs each; final merit based on Mains score
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Mains examination
Sun, 24 Jan, 2027Two papers of 150 marks each; marks count for final merit list
Archived 13 Jul 2026
📍Mains exam day
Sun, 24 Jan, 2027January 24, 2027 – Two papers (Paper I & II), 150 marks each
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Mains Exam (expected)
Sun, 24 Jan, 2027Two papers of 150 marks each; total 300 marks; determines final merit
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Sun, 17 Jan, 2027Qualifying candidates shortlisted for Mains examination
Archived 30 May 2026
Mains admit card release
Fri, 15 Jan, 2027Hall ticket for main examination available approximately 10 days before exam
Archived 21 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement
Wed, 13 Jan, 2027Shortlisted candidates eligible for Mains examination
Archived 31 May 2026
Prelims result announcement
Wed, 6 Jan, 2027Shortlisted candidates qualify for Mains examination
Archived 7 Jun 2026
Prelims answer key & result (expected)
Sun, 3 Jan, 2027Preliminary exam results typically released within 2-3 weeks; only qualifying in nature
Archived 14 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sat, 26 Dec, 2026Expected late December; shortlisted candidates eligible for mains exam
Archived 21 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sat, 26 Dec, 2026Shortlisted candidates eligible to apply for Mains
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims result (expected)
Fri, 25 Dec, 2026Result to shortlist candidates for Mains
Archived 3 Sept 2026
📍Prelims/Screening Test (expected)
Fri, 18 Dec, 2026150 MCQs in 150 minutes covering General Studies and Mental Ability
Archived 30 May 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Thu, 17 Dec, 2026Qualifying candidates shortlisted for Mains examination
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims result announcement
Wed, 16 Dec, 2026Shortlisted candidates for Mains exam declared; typically 1-3 weeks post-exam
Archived 4 Aug 2026
📍Prelims (Screening Test) exam day
Mon, 14 Dec, 2026150 MCQs in 150 minutes covering General Studies and Mental Ability; OMR-based offline mode
Archived 14 Jun 2026
📍Preliminary (Screening) exam date
Mon, 14 Dec, 2026150 MCQs in 150 minutes; General Studies & Mental Ability
Archived 31 May 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Tue, 8 Dec, 2026Hall tickets released 7-10 days before screening test
Archived 30 May 2026
📍Screening Test (Prelims) exam date
Mon, 7 Dec, 2026150 MCQs from General Studies and Mental Ability; 150 minutes duration; OMR-based offline exam
Archived 7 Jun 2026
Prelims answer key (expected)
Sat, 5 Dec, 2026Usually released within 7-10 days of exam
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Sun, 29 Nov, 2026Hall tickets for Screening Test usually available 10-15 days before exam date
Archived 14 Jun 2026
Admit card release for Prelims
Fri, 27 Nov, 2026Hall tickets available for download 7-10 days before the screening test
Archived 7 Jun 2026
📍Screening Test (Prelims) exam
Thu, 26 Nov, 202626 November 2026 – 150 MCQs on General Studies & Mental Ability, 150 minutes, 1/3 negative marking
Archived 21 Jun 2026
📍Screening Test (Prelims) exam date
Thu, 26 Nov, 2026Prelims exam: 150 MCQs (120 GS + 30 Mental Ability) in 150 minutes
Archived 4 Aug 2026
📍Screening Test (Prelims) exam date
Thu, 26 Nov, 2026150 MCQs covering General Studies & Mental Ability; 150 minutes duration
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Prelims (Screening Test) exam date
Thu, 26 Nov, 2026150 MCQs on General Studies & Mental Ability; 150 minutes; qualifying stage only
Archived 13 Jul 2026
📍Prelims (Screening Test) exam day
Thu, 26 Nov, 2026November 26, 2026 – 150 MCQs, 150 minutes, offline OMR-based
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Prelims / Screening Test (expected)
Thu, 26 Nov, 2026150 MCQs on General Studies & Mental Ability; 150 marks; screening/qualifying in nature
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Prelims admit card release
Mon, 16 Nov, 2026Hall ticket for screening test available 7-10 days before exam at psc.ap.gov.in
Archived 21 Jun 2026
Prelims admit card release
Mon, 16 Nov, 2026Download hall ticket for screening test from official portal
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Prelims (Screening Test) admit card release
Mon, 16 Nov, 2026Hall tickets expected 7-10 days before exam date
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Admit card for Screening Test (expected)
Mon, 16 Nov, 2026Typically released 7-10 days before exam
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Thu, 12 Nov, 2026Hall ticket typically released 7-10 days before exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date to apply (expected)
Mon, 19 Oct, 2026Application deadline typically 3-4 weeks after portal opens
Archived 30 May 2026
Application deadline (expected)
Thu, 15 Oct, 2026Last date for online application submission; candidates typically get 25-30 days from notification
Archived 14 Jun 2026
Last date for online application
Thu, 15 Oct, 2026Expected application window closure (typically 30 days from notification)
Archived 7 Jun 2026
Last date for online applications
Thu, 15 Oct, 2026Typically 30 days from notification; exact date in official notification
Archived 31 May 2026
Last date to apply online
Mon, 5 Oct, 2026Application window closes on 5 October; processing fee ₹250, exam fee ₹80 (exempted for SC/ST/BC)
Archived 21 Jun 2026
Application deadline
Mon, 5 Oct, 2026Last date to submit online applications and pay fees (Rs. 250 processing + Rs. 80 exam fee)
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Last date to apply online
Mon, 5 Oct, 2026Application deadline; late applications not accepted
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date to submit online application
Mon, 5 Oct, 2026Application window closes on October 5, 2026
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application window closes
Mon, 5 Oct, 2026Last date to submit online application
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Application deadline
Fri, 25 Sept, 2026Last date to submit online application and pay fees
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Application portal opens (expected)
Sat, 19 Sept, 2026Online registration typically begins within a few days of notification release
Archived 30 May 2026
Application portal opens (expected)
Wed, 16 Sept, 2026Online registration through One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on psc.ap.gov.in typically begins 1-2 days after notification
Archived 14 Jun 2026
Official notification release
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Notification expected on 15 September 2026 at psc.ap.gov.in with complete vacancy & eligibility details
Archived 21 Jun 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Online registration begins same day as notification; requires One Time Profile Registration (OTPR)
Archived 21 Jun 2026
Notification release date
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Official notification with vacancy details, eligibility, and application links will be published
Archived 30 May 2026
Group II Notification 2026 release
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Official notification with vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern expected on this date as per AP Job Calendar 2026
Archived 14 Jun 2026
Official notification release
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026APPSC Group 2 Notification 2026 to be published on psc.ap.gov.in with complete vacancy details and eligibility criteria
Archived 7 Jun 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Online application submission begins on the official APPSC website
Archived 7 Jun 2026
Official notification release
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Notification No. for 750 Group 2 vacancies to be published at psc.ap.gov.in
Archived 31 May 2026
Application window opens
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Online registration begins on notification date via One-Time Profile Registration
Archived 31 May 2026
Notification release date
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Official notification with vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern published on psc.ap.gov.in
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Online registration begins; candidates must complete OTPR before applying
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Online registration begins through OTPR system
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Official notification release
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Notification for 750 vacancies to be published on psc.ap.gov.in
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Notification release & application portal opens
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Official Group 2 recruitment notification released; online registration begins
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application window opens
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Application via psc.ap.gov.in; requires OTPR registration
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Notification release
Tue, 15 Sept, 2026Scheduled date as per AP Job Calendar 2026; 750 executive and non-executive vacancies
Archived 3 Sept 2026
Notification release date
Sat, 5 Sept, 2026Official recruitment notification with vacancy details, eligibility, and exam pattern published at psc.ap.gov.in
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Application portal opens
Sat, 5 Sept, 2026Online application begins; requires One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on APPSC website
Archived 13 Jul 2026
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