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APPSC Group II Prelims — single GS paper, 150 MCQs in 2.5 hours for non-gazetted Group II posts.
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Ancient India - Indus Valley to Gupta PeriodThe Fourth Buddhist Council during the reign of Kanishka was held at which place?
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Exceptional prelims score
88–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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.
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.
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.
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History of India and Indian National Movement
Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History with emphasis on Indian Freedom Struggle
Indian Polity and Governance
Constitution of India, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues
Geography of India
Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India
Indian Economy
Economic Development, Planning, Financial Institutions, and Current Economic Issues
Science and Technology
Top tier prelims performance
80–88% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Highly competitive range
72–80% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Good qualifying score
62–72% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Moderate qualifying zone
50–62% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Marginal qualifying range
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below qualifying threshold
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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AP Job Calendar 2026 released
passedWed, 18 Mar, 2026
Released as Ugadi Gift; confirms 750 Group 2 vacancies across 25 departments
Notification release
20 days awayTue, 15 Sept, 2026
Scheduled date as per AP Job Calendar 2026; 750 executive and non-executive vacancies
Application window opens
20 days awayTue, 15 Sept, 2026
Application via psc.ap.gov.in; requires OTPR registration
Application window closes
40 days awayMon, 5 Oct, 2026
Last date to submit online application
Admit card for Screening Test (expected)
82 days awayMon, 16 Nov, 2026
Typically released 7-10 days before exam
📍Prelims / Screening Test (expected)
92 days awayThu, 26 Nov, 2026
150 MCQs on General Studies & Mental Ability; 150 marks; screening/qualifying in nature
Prelims answer key (expected)
101 days awaySat, 5 Dec, 2026
Usually released within 7-10 days of exam
Prelims result (expected)
121 days awayFri, 25 Dec, 2026
Result to shortlist candidates for Mains
📍Mains Exam (expected)
151 days awaySun, 24 Jan, 2027
Two papers of 150 marks each; total 300 marks; determines final merit
Final Result (expected)
232 days awayThu, 15 Apr, 2027
After Mains result, CPT, and document verification
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Ancient and Medieval History of AP
Satavahanas, Ikshvakus, Chalukyas, Kakatiyas, Vijayanagara Empire in AP
Modern History of Andhra Pradesh
Qutub Shahis, British rule, Freedom Movement in AP, Formation of AP State
Arts, Culture and Heritage of AP
Literature, Dance, Music, Temples, Festivals, Customs and Traditions
Geography of Andhra Pradesh
Physical features, Climate, Rivers, Agriculture, Industries, Minerals
Political and Administrative System of AP
State Government, Local Administration, Development Initiatives
Economy of Andhra Pradesh
Economic sectors, Infrastructure, Trade, Employment and Development