The AP Job Calendar 2026 has been released by the Andhra Pradesh Finance Department through G.O.Ms.No.81 dated 22 August 2026. The calendar covers 10,060 direct recruitment vacancies across more than 25 government departments. The recruitment notifications will be released in four phases through agencies including APPSC, APSLPRB, and AP DSC. Candidates can check the phase-wise notification schedule, post-wise vacancies, eligibility details, and AP Job Calendar PDF download link below.
AP Job Calendar 2026 Out Overview
The AP Job Calendar 2026 provides the schedule for upcoming government recruitments in Andhra Pradesh. It includes 10,060 vacancies across more than 25 departments, covering posts in education, police, revenue, engineering, welfare, health and other sectors.
| AP Job Calendar 2026 Overview | |
| Particulars | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Government Order No. | G.O.Ms.No.81 (Finance HR-I Plg. & Policy) |
| Release Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 10,060 Posts |
| Recruitment Mode | 4 Phased Notifications |
| Recruiting Agencies | APPSC, APSLPRB, AP DSC, etc. |
| Official Website | www.psc.ap.gov.in |
AP ఉద్యోగ క్యాలెండర్ 2026: Post-wise Notification Release Dates
The AP Job Calendar divides the recruitment drive into four phases. Candidates can check the notification dates and vacancies scheduled under each phase below.
| Phase | Official Notification Date | Direct Recruitment Vacancies | Major Posts & Departments Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | 15 May 2026 | 1,523 | Associate / Assistant Professors (Higher Education) |
| Phase II | 15 September 2026 | 3,231 | Group 1 Services (149 posts), Police SI & Constables, Jail Warders, Firemen, Forestry, Welfare Depts |
| Phase III | 15 October 2026 | 2,311 | Group 2 Services (673 posts), Power Utilities (629 AEE), Irrigation, PR&RD Engineering, Excise Constables (400), AMVI (50) |
| Phase IV | 15 October 2026 | 2,995 | DSC Teaching Posts (2,991) & Adult Education (4) |
| Total | — | 10,060 | 4-Phase Direct Recruitment Drive 2026 |
AP Job Calendar 2026: Revised Dates PDF
The revised AP Job Calendar contains the updated notification schedule and recruitment phases for government posts in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can download the AP Job Calendar PDF to check the latest notification dates and vacancy details.
APPSC Exam Schedule 2026 & Selection Process
Exact exam dates will be released along with the detailed official notification for each post.
- Exam Modes: Online (CBRT), Offline, or OMR-based depending on candidate volume.
- Selection Process: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Interview / Skill Test, and Physical Test (for Police, Fire, and Excise posts).
AP Job Calendar 2026: Department-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (10,060 Posts)
The AP Job Calendar includes vacancies across various Secretariat departments and government organisations. Candidates can check the post-wise vacancy details below and identify the recruitments relevant to their qualifications.
| Major Sector / Secretariat Department | Head of Department | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Cooperation | Registrar of Co-operative Societies | Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | 10 |
| Registrar of Co-operative Societies | Assistant Registrar (Co-op) | 10 | |
| Commissioner of Horticulture | Horticulture Officer | 45 | |
| Animal Husbandry & Fisheries | Director of Animal Husbandry | Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS) Class-A | 164 |
| Backward Classes Welfare | Director of Backward Classes Welfare | Hostel Welfare Officer Grade II | 29 |
| EFS&T (Forestry & Environment) | Principal Chief Conservator of Forests | Forest Section Officer | 26 |
| Principal Chief Conservator of Forests | Technical Assistant, PCCF | 20 | |
| Principal Chief Conservator of Forests | Forest Beat Officer | 15 | |
| Principal Chief Conservator of Forests | Forest Range Officer | 4 | |
| AP Pollution Control Board (APPCB) | Assistant Environmental Engineers (AEEs) | 40 | |
| Energy (Power Utilities) | APTRANSCO / APGENCO / Discoms | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil/Elec/Telecom) | 629 |
| Finance | Director of State Audit | Assistant Audit Officer | 14 |
| Director of Treasuries & Accounts | Assistant Treasury Officer / AAO | 1 | |
| Director of Treasuries & Accounts | Senior Accountant (HOD) | 90 | |
| Director of Treasuries & Accounts | Junior Accountant (HOD) | 48 | |
| Finance (Commercial Taxes) | Chief Commissioner of Sales Tax | Assistant Commissioner (ST) (old CTO) | 14 |
| Chief Commissioner of Sales Tax | Goods & Service Tax Officer (old ACTO) | 40 | |
| General Administration | General Administration Department | Assistant Section Officer (GAD) | 59 |
| Higher Education | Collegiate Education | Associate / Assistant Professors | 1,523 |
| Home (Police) | Director General of Police | Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) | 36 |
| Director General of Police | Deputy Superintendent of Police (Communication) | 3 | |
| Director General of Police | Police Constable (Civil) | 542 | |
| Director General of Police | Police Constable (Armed Reserve) | 205 | |
| Director General of Police | Police Constable (Communication) | 200 | |
| Director General of Police | Police Constable (Driver) | 198 | |
| Director General of Police | Police Constable (APSP / Battalion) | 80 | |
| Director General of Police | Police Constable (Mechanic & FPB) | 16 | |
| Director General of Police | Sub Inspector of Police (Civil) | 182 | |
| Director General of Police | Reserve Sub Inspector (AR & APSP) | 187 | |
| Director General of Police | Sub Inspector (Communication & PTO) | 60 | |
| Home (Police) | Special Protection Force (SPF) | Sub Inspector | 9 |
| Home (Police / FSL) | Forensic Science Laboratory | Assistant Director, Scientific Asst, Lab Tech & Staff | 71 |
| Home (Prisons & Fire) | DG, Fire Services | Fireman / Driver Operator | 305 |
| DG, Prisons | Warder (Men & Women) | 171 | |
| Industries & Commerce | Industries Commerce & Export | Industrial Promotion Officer | 78 |
| Mines & Geology | Technical Assistant / Royalty Inspector / AD / Lab Asst | 47 | |
| Labour, Factories & Boilers | Director of Factories | Inspector of Factories | 12 |
| Law Department | Law Department | Assistant Section Officer (Law) | 8 |
| MA&UD | Commissioner of Municipal Admin | Municipal Commissioner Grade-II | 12 |
| Commissioner of Municipal Admin | Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | 6 | |
| Public Health Engineering Dept | Assistant Executive Engineer | 21 | |
| Panchayat Raj & Rural Dev | Commissioner of Panchayat Raj | Divisional Development Officer (DDO) | 35 |
| Commissioner of Panchayat Raj | Deputy MPDO | 176 | |
| PR Engineering / RWS | Assistant Executive Engineer / AE | 173 | |
| Planning | Director of Economics & Statistics | Assistant Statistical Officer | 196 |
| Director of Economics & Statistics | Assistant Director | 17 | |
| Revenue (CCLA) | Chief Commissioner Land Admin | Deputy Collector | 11 |
| Chief Commissioner Land Admin | Deputy Tahsildar | 200 | |
| Revenue (Endowments) | Commissioner of Endowments | Executive Officer Grade III | 104 |
| Revenue (Prohibition & Excise) | Commissioner of Excise | Prohibition & Excise Sub Inspector | 25 |
| Commissioner of Excise | Prohibition and Excise Constable | 400 | |
| Commissioner of Excise | Assistant Chemical Examiner | 9 | |
| Revenue (Registration & Stamps) | Stamps & Registration | Sub-Registrar Grade-II | 7 |
| School Education | Directorate of School Education | SGT / School Assistants / Instructors (DSC) | 2,991 |
| Adult Education | Assistant Director | 4 | |
| Skill Development & Training | Director of Employment & Training | District Employment Officer | 3 |
| Social Welfare | Director of Social Welfare | District Social Welfare Officer | 4 |
| Director of Social Welfare | Hostel Welfare Officer Grade II / ASWO | 32 | |
| Transport, Roads & Buildings | Commissioner of Transport | Regional Transport Officer (RTO) | 3 |
| Commissioner of Transport | Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (AMVI) | 50 | |
| R&B Engineering Department | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil & Elec) | 79 | |
| Tribal Welfare | Commissioner of Tribal Welfare | District Tribal Welfare Officer / ATWO / AD / Hostel Warden | 33 |
| Tribal Welfare Engineering Dept | Assistant Executive Engineer | 6 | |
| Water Resources | Irrigation Department | Assistant Executive Engineer | 224 |
| Women Dev & Child Welfare | Director of WD&CW / Juvenile | Supervisor Grade I / District & Intake Probation Officers | 44 |
| Total | All Government Departments | Total Direct Recruitment Vacancies | 10,060 |
Download AP Job Calendar 2026 Official PDF
Candidates can access the AP Job Calendar 2026 notification PDF through the official APPSC website. A well-structured calendar ensures that examinations are conducted in a timely and organised manner.
The year 2026 is expected to bring numerous job opportunities and vacancies for aspirants. Therefore, candidates are advised to begin their preparation early for APPSC Jobs 2026. A direct link to download the AP Job Calendar PDF has also been provided below.
AP Job Calendar 2026: General Age Limit & Eligibility Criteria
Age criteria vary based on the nature of the post (Uniformed vs. Executive/Non-Executive):
- Administrative & Executive Posts (Group 1, Group 2, AEE): 18 to 42 Years.
- Uniformed Services (Police, Fireman, Excise Constable): 18 to 28/30 Years
- Teaching Posts (AP DSC & University Professors): 18 to 44 Years.
Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxation:
| Category / Stream | Upper Age Relaxation Provided |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BCs & EWS Candidates | 5 Years |
| Physically Handicapped (PH) Candidates | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen / NCC Instructors | 3 Years + Length of Service rendered |
| AP State Government Employees | Up to 5 Years (based on service duration) |
How to Download AP Job Calendar 2026 PDF?
Candidates can download the AP Job Calendar 2026 PDF from the official website by following the steps given below:
- Visit the APPSC Official Portal.
- Navigate to the Announcements section on the homepage.
- Click on the link for “Web Note / Orders on Job Calendar 2026 (G.O.Ms.No.81)”.
- Download and save the official PDF.
- Ensure your One-Time Registration (OTR) profile is up to date on the APPSC portal.
What’s New in the AP Job Calendar 2026?
This section highlights the key updates and new features included in the AP Job Calendar 2026. The important points are listed below:
- Naipunyam Portal Integration: Candidates can register on the portal to get job alerts directly on their mobile phones based on qualifications.
- Conflict-Free Timetable: Notification phases are structured to ensure major exams like Group 2 and DSC do not clash.
- Special Education Focus: Out of 2,991 DSC vacancies, ~360 posts are reserved specifically for Special Education Teachers.
Departments involved in AP Job Calendar 2026
The G.O.Ms.No.81 order directs recruitment across all primary secretariat branches, including:
- Executive & Revenue: Revenue (CCLA), Commercial Taxes, Excise, and General Administration (GAD).
- Education & Skill Development: Higher Education, School Education (DSC), Adult Education, and Skill Development.
- Law Enforcement & Public Safety: Home (Police, Fire, Prisons, SPF, Forensic Science Laboratory).
- Engineering & Infrastructure: Power Utilities (APTRANSCO/APGENCO), Water Resources (Irrigation), PR&RD Engineering, MA&UD, and R&B.
- Welfare & Allied Services: BC Welfare, Social Welfare, Tribal Welfare, Women & Child Welfare, Agriculture, and Animal Husbandry.
How to Apply for AP Jobs 2026?
Candidates can apply for AP Jobs 2026 through the official website of the respective recruiting authority. The application process vary by post, so candidates should follow the instructions given below:
- Ensure your One-Time Registration (OTR) on the APPSC website is updated with your latest documents.
- Keep your EWS, Caste, and Local Candidate certificates ready, as the verification process will be shorter this year.
- Use the Naipunyam portal for free mock tests provided by the state government to improve your skill assessment preparation.
Benefits of AP Job Calendar 2026
The AP Job Calendar helps candidates track government recruitment opportunities and plan their preparation in advance. Key benefits include:
- Track upcoming government recruitment notifications.
- Identify vacancies according to their qualifications.
- Plan preparation before the detailed notification is released.
- Track Group 1, Group 2, Police, DSC and other major recruitments.
- Follow the phase-wise notification schedule.
- Avoid missing important recruitment updates.
- Prioritise examinations based on notification dates.
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