APPSC 2026 Exam Calendar Released: Click Here to Access the Complete List of 21 Upcoming Exams
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the 2026 Annual Exam Calendar for 21 recruitment examinations. In a major revamp of the schedules, the commission decided to hold these tests in two different spells, the first from January 27 to January 31, 2026, and the second from February 9 to February 13, 2026.
This calendar acts as a perfectly timed schedule for the aspirants, allowing them to plan their exam preparation at their convenience. It includes the Group Services, technical posts, and departmental exams, thus letting the job seekers in government sectors have a vast range of choices.
Overview of APPSC 2026 Exam Calendar
Category | Details |
Total Exams | 21 recruitment notifications |
Mode of Exam | Offline OMR-based tests |
Exam Centres | District-level centres across Andhra Pradesh |
First Exam Spell | January 27 - January 31, 2026 |
Second Exam Spell | February 9 - February 13, 2026 |
Key Highlights of the APPSC Exam Calendar
Two-Phase Schedule: Exams are split into two spells to manage logistics and avoid overlap.
Common Papers: For candidates applying to multiple notifications, common papers are planned to reduce duplication.
District-Wise Allocation: Each candidate will be assigned centres based on district preferences.
Preparation Window: With the calendar released in December 2025, aspirants have nearly two months to finalise their strategies.
Detailed Exam Schedule of APPSC
Below is a detailed APPSC 2026 exam calendar:
Sl. No. | Notification No./Recruitment | Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability | Subject Paper / Qualifying Test |
01 | 09/2025 - Agriculture Officer | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 AN (Agriculture) (02:30-05:00) |
02 | 11/2025 - Technical Assistant (Geo-Physics) | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 FN (Geo-Physics) (09:30-12:00) |
03 | 14/2025 - Junior Lecturer (Library Science) | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 FN (Library & Info. Science) (09:30-12:00) |
04 | 15/2025 - Hostel Welfare Officer (Women) | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 FN (Education) (09:30-12:00) |
05 | 17/2025 - Asst. Executive Engineer (Civil) | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 AN (Civil & Mech. Engg.) (02:30-05:00); 29.01.2026 AN (Civil Engg.) (02:30-05:00) |
06 | 18/2025 - Horticulture Officer | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 FN (Qualifying Test: English & Telugu) (09:30-11:10); 29.01.2026 AN (Horticulture-I) (02:30-05:00); 30.01.2026 FN (Horticulture-II) (09:30-12:00) |
07 | 20/2025 - Assistant Engineer | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30- 12:00) | 30.01.2026 FN (Civil/Mechanical) (09:30-12:00) |
08 | 21/2025 - Asst. Motor Vehicle Inspector | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 FN (Automobile Engg.) (09:30-12:00) |
09 | 22/2025 - Junior Office Assistant (Prisons) | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 30.01.2026 AN (English & Telugu) (02:30-05:00) |
10 | 23/2025 - Asst. Inspector of Fisheries | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 29.01.2026 AN (Fisheries) (02:30-05:00) |
11 | 24/2025 - Warden, Grade I | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 29.01.2026 FN (Education/Sociology/Social Work) (09:30-12:00) |
12 | 25/2025 - Royalty Inspector | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 28.01.2026 AN (Geology) (02:30-05:00) |
13 | 26/2025 - Inspector of Factories | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 29.01.2026 FN (Industrial Safety & Environment) (09:30-12:00) |
14 | 27/2025 - Accounts Officers/Accountants | 27.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 30.01.2026 FN (Commerce) (09:30-12:00); 30.01.2026 FN (English) (09:30-12:00) |
15 | 28/2025 - Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer | 27.01.2026 AN (02:30-05:00) | 30.01.2026 AN (Elementary Mathematics) (02:30-05:00) |
16 | 29/2025 - Welfare Organiser | 27.01.2026 AN (02:30-05:00) | 28.01.2026 FN (Secretarial Abilities) (09:30-12:00) |
17 | 16/2025 - Draughtsman Grade-II | 31.01.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 29.01.2026 FN (Civil Draughtsman) (09:30-12:00) |
18 | 06/2025 - Forest Beat Officer & Asst. Beat Officer (Mains) | 09.02.2026 AN (02:30-04:10) | 09.02.2026 FN (Essay Test) (09:30-10:15); 10.02.2026 FN (Science & Math) (09:30-11:10) |
19 | 13/2025 - Thanedar (Forest Service) | 09.02.2026 AN (02:30-04:10) | 09.02.2026 FN (Essay Test) (09:30-10:15); 10.02.2026 AN (Science & Math) (02:30-04:10) |
20 | 10/2025 - Executive Officer Grade-III | 11.02.2026 FN (09:30-12:00) | 11.02.2026 AN (Hindu Philosophy & Temple System) (02:30-05:00) |
21 | 07/2025 - Forest Section Officer (Mains) | 12.02.2026 AN (02:30-05:00) | 12.02.2026 FN (English & Telugu) (09:30-11:10); 13.02.2026 FN (Mathematics) (09:30-12:00); 13.02.2026 AN (Forestry) (02:30-05:00) |
Note: The above table is indicative based on official notifications. Candidates should verify exact post-wise schedules on the APPSC portal.
What This Means for Aspirants
Announcing the calendar is like a big breath of fresh air to the thousands of candidates who have been waiting for the exam dates to be clear. The schedule being out there now means:
Focused Preparation: Candidates may organise their preparation according to the dates given.
Less Worry: Having the detailed roadmap at hand means that worrying over the eleventh hour will be totally avoided.
Strategic Planning: Those who are planning to take multiple exams can work out which papers to study that have common topics and thus save time.
Expert Opinion
According to education experts, the bifurcated format is a good idea because it helps APPSC manage exams in a calm and orderly way without overloading the centres. Besides that, the almost two-month advance notice allows the aspirants to have enough time for their revision and practice of mock tests.
The APPSC 2026 Exam Calendar is a major move in the direction of making the recruitment process of the public services in Andhra Pradesh more efficient. With 21 tests planned for January and February 2026, the candidates now have a definite route to their goal. It is recommended that the candidates print out the official schedule, prepare wisely, and remain informed through the APPSC updates.
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