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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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| 1 | Thulasi B. | 73.3% |
| 2 | sundara b. | 66.7% |
| 3 | Prameelarani B. | 53.3% |
| 4 | Vaishu 2. | 46.7% |
| 5 | erapalapati s. | 46.7% |
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| 10 | kalyani S. | 16.7% |
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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.
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.
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).
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.
Notification release date
55 days awaySat, 5 Sept, 2026
Official recruitment notification with vacancy details, eligibility, and exam pattern published at psc.ap.gov.in
Application portal opens
55 days awaySat, 5 Sept, 2026
Online application begins; requires One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR) on APPSC website
Application deadline
75 days awayFri, 25 Sept, 2026
Last date to submit online application and pay fees
Prelims admit card release
127 days awayMon, 16 Nov, 2026
Download hall ticket for screening test from official portal
📍Prelims (Screening Test) exam date
137 days awayThu, 26 Nov, 2026
150 MCQs on General Studies & Mental Ability; 150 minutes; qualifying stage only
📍Mains examination
196 days awaySun, 24 Jan, 2027
Two papers of 150 marks each; marks count for final merit list
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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
Developments in Science and Technology, IT, Space, Defence, Environment
Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning
Analytical reasoning, logical reasoning, data interpretation
Current Affairs
National and International Current Affairs of previous 12 months
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
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
233 days awayTue, 2 Mar, 2027
Qualifying test; 60 minutes duration covering MS Office skills
Final result & document verification
268 days awayTue, 6 Apr, 2027
Merit list publication and certificate verification for selected candidates