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AP Job Calendar 2026 Out (G.O.Ms.No.81): Check APPSC Phase-Wise 10,060 Vacancies & Exam Dates

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.

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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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FAQs

When was the APPSC Job Calendar 2026 released?

The revised APPSC Job Calendar 2026 was released on August 22, 2026, through G.O.Ms.No.81, covering 10,060 direct recruitment vacancies.

Where can Candidates download the APPSC Job Calendar 2026 PDF ?

Candidates can download the APPSC Job Calendar 2026 PDF from the official website or use direct link Provided in this article.

How many vacancies are released in AP Job Calendar 2026?

A total of 10,060 vacancies have been released in the AP Job Calendar 2026.

When will the written examination date be released ?

The exact written examination will be released individually for each recruitment.

When will the APPSC Group 1 Phase 2 notification be released?

The APPSC Group 1 notification for 149 vacancies (including Deputy Collectors and DSPs) will be officially released on 15 September 2026 under Phase II.

What is the notification date for APPSC Group 2 and Engineering posts?

The APPSC Group 2 notification (673 posts) and Power Utilities / Engineering AEE posts (1,148 vacancies) will both be released on 15 October 2026 under Phase III.

How many posts are allocated for the Mega DSC Teacher Recruitment?

Phase IV covers 2,991 DSC teaching posts (including special education teachers) and 4 Adult Education posts, scheduled for release on 15 October 2026.

When were Phase 1 notifications issued?

Phase I notifications covering 1,523 Associate and Assistant Professor posts in the Higher Education Department were released on 15 May 2026.

What police vacancies are included in the AP Job Calendar 2026?

Over 2,800 posts in law enforcement—including Police Constables, Sub-Inspectors (SI), Firemen, and Jail Warders—will be notified on 15 September 2026.

How can candidates apply for AP Job Calendar 2026 vacancies?

Applicants must complete or update their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official portal (psc.ap.gov.in) or respective departmental recruitment boards once individual notifications go live.

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