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About
The Andhra Pradesh Public service commission group-2 is a yearly examination conducted by Andhra Pradesh to recruit candidates for its gazetted and non gazetted positions in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
It is conducted in three stages the first being Prelims, the second the mains, and finally a personal interview test. The candidates who qualify all three stages are called for the final selection.
Latest Notification
The notification for group 2 APPSC for recruitment of 337 posts will be out on March 27, 2022. The eligible candidates would be able to fill the form tentatively from 1st March 2022 to 23rd March 2022 in online mode at the APPSC official website i.e. psc.ago.in.
By the last week of May 2022, the hall ticket for APPSC Group 2 will be issued by Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission. The exam would be conducted in June 2022. The preliminary examination results for APPSC Group 2 will be announced by August end, and then the main exam will be held in November 2022.
Registration
The candidates who are interested in giving APPSC Group 2 can fill the application form online. The candidates are required to do a one-time registration process and then fill-up the form. The candidates can follow the steps given below to fill the form:
- Step 1: Go to the official site ( http://www.psc.ap.gov.in/ ).
- Step 2: After that, the candidate is required to go to the notifications/ recruitment section.
- Step 3: The candidate is then required to click on the APPSC Group 2 notification link.
- Step 4: The candidate is then required to read the APPSC group 2 notification carefully.
- Step 5: The candidate is then required to click on the “ apply online” option and carefully fill out the required details.
Syllabus
APPSC Group 2 Syllabus 2022 for Prelims Exam
The syllabus for prelims and main examination is curated as follows:
| Section/Subjects | Marks | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Section A: General Studies and Mental Ability | 50 | Applications of general science, international, national & regional current affairs, Events of national and international importance, Indian polity and governance, data analysis, logical interpretation, analytical ability & logical reasoning, environmental protection & sustainable development, the geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh, Social-economic and political history of modern India with emphases on Indian national movement etc. |
| Section B (I): Social and Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh | 50 | Prehistoric cultures of AP, Geographical Features of Andhra and its impact on history and culture, important small & big dynasties that ruled Andhra Pradesh between 11th and 16th centuries A.D., the advent of Europeans, origin and growth of Andhra movement, events responsible for the formation of Andhra Pradesh state etc. |
| Section B(II): Indian Constitution | Structure and functions of Indian Government, Nature of the Indian Constitution, amendment process to the constitution, Fundamental Duties, functions & structure of Indian Government, Judicial Review & Activism, welfare mechanisms in India, Indian political parties, powers and the functions of Constitutional Bodies such as CAG, State Public Service Commissions, UPSC and finance commission | |
| Section C: Planning & Economy | 50 | present status & overview of Indian Economy, new economic reforms 1991, Indian agricultural & industrial policies, role of IT industries in development, types of resources, monetary policy of RBI, new foreign trade policy of India, causes and remedies of inflation, Goods and Service Tax (GST), national income and concepts, per capita income, economic policies of Andhra Pradesh, agriculture and industrial growth of Andhra Pradesh, resource development of Andhra Pradesh etc. |
| Total | 150 |
Mains Syllabus
APPSC GROUP 2 Syllabus for Mains 2022
| Paper/Subject | Marks | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | Applications of general science, international, national & regional current affairs, Events of national and international importance, Indian polity and governance, data analysis, logical interpretation, analytical ability & logical reasoning, environmental protection & sustainable development, the geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh, Social-economic and political history of modern India with emphases on Indian national movement etc. |
| Paper-II (A): Social History of Andhra Pradesh i.e., the history of various social and Cultural Movements in Andhra Pradesh | 150 | Prehistoric cultures of AP, Geographical Features of Andhra and its impact on history and culture, important small & big dynasties that ruled Andhra Pradesh between 11th and 16th centuries A.D., the advent of Europeans, origin and growth of Andhra movement, events responsible for the formation of Andhra Pradesh state etc. |
| Paper-II (B): General overview of the Indian Constitution | Structure and functions of Indian Government, Nature of the Indian Constitution, amendment process to the constitution, Fundamental Duties, functions & structure of Indian Government, Judicial Review & Activism, welfare mechanisms in India, Indian political parties, powers and the functions of Constitutional Bodies such as CAG, State Public Service Commissions, UPSC and finance commission | |
| Paper III: Planning in India and Indian Economy Contemporary problems and developments in rural society with special reference to Andhra Pradesh | 150 | present status & overview of Indian Economy, new economic reforms 1991, Indian agricultural & industrial policies, role of IT industries in development, types of resources, monetary policy of RBI, new foreign trade policy of India, causes and remedies of inflation, Goods and Service Tax (GST), national income and concepts, per capita income, economic policies of Andhra Pradesh, agriculture and industrial growth of Andhra Pradesh, resource development of Andhra Pradesh etc. |
| Total | 450 |
Eligibility Criteria
APPSC Group 2 Eligibility 2022
A candidate must know the minimum required qualification to be eligible for the APPSC Group 2 exam. Below we have given all the necessary qualifications required to be eligible:
APPSC Group 2 Age limit and Relaxation:
To be eligible for APPSC Group 2 the candidate must be in the group of 18-42 years of age but for certain categories, some relaxation is done. The following table summarises it:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/BC | 5 years |
| AP State Government Employees* | 5 years |
| PH | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years |
| NCC (who worked as an instructor) | 3 years |
| Contract employees (state census department) | 3 years |
APPSC Group 2 Educational Qualification
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is a must for most posts but for certain high posts different education is required which is listed in detail in this table:
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | B.Sc. or B.A. degree or any other equivalent qualifications |
| Asst. Commercial Tax Officer | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Deputy Tahsildar | A bachelor’s degree |
| Assistant Labour Officer | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Development Officers | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications OR A diploma in Handloom Technology or Textile Technology, or an educational level similar, is required. |
| Extension Officer | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Arts or Science |
| Prohibition & Excise Sub Inspector | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Register | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Executive Officer Grade-I | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (GAD) | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (Finance Dept.,) | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Economics or Mathematics or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.,) | A bachelor’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (Legislature Dept.,) | A bachelor’s degree |
| Senior Auditor | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Senior Accountant in Branch-I (Category-I) (HOD) in A.P. Treasuries & Accounts Sub Service | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Economics or Mathematics along with a certificate in Web designing or PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting or Office Automation. The certificate should be from the Board of Technical Education and Training, A.P., Hyderabad OR B.Tech /B.E. with information Technology or Computer Science or B.A. (Comp.) or B.Com.(Comp.) or B.Sc.(Comp.) or B.C.A. |
| Senior Accountant in A.P. Works & Accounts (Zone wise) Sub Service | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications and qualified test “Proficiency in Office Automation with the usage of Computer and associated software” of the APPSC / DSC |
| Senior Accountant in Branch-II (Category-I) A.P. Treasuries & Accounts (District) Sub Service | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Economics or Mathematics along with a certificate in Web designing or PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting or Office Automation. The certificate should be from the Board of Technical Education and Training, A.P., Hyderabad OR B.Tech /B.E. with information Technology or Computer Science or B.A. (Comp.) or B.Com.(Comp.) or B.Sc.(Comp.) or B.C.A. |
| Senior Accountant in Insurance A.P. G.L.I Sub service | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Junior Assistant in A. P. Public Service Commission in A.P. Ministerial Service / Labour Department in Ministerial Service / PH & ME Department in A.P. Ministerial Service / Director General of Prisons & Correctional Services / Agriculture Department in A.P. Ministerial Service/sugar and Cane Department in A.P. Ministerial Service / Roads & Building Department in A.P. Ministerial Service / Survey Settlement Department in A.P. Ministerial Service | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Junior Accountant in (Branch-I) various Departments in A.P. Treasuries and Accounts Sub-Service | A bachelor’s degree; persons having a degree in Economics or Mathematics or Commerce will be preferred AND hold a certificate in Web designing or PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting or Office Automation of the Board of Technical Education and Training, A.P., Hyderabad OR B.Tech /B.E. with information Technology or Computer Science or B.A. (Comp.) or B.Com.(Comp.) or B.Sc.(Comp.) or B.C.A. |
Application Fee
APPSC Group 2 Application Fees 2022
The candidates are required to pay the application fees for the successful submission of their application form. The general category candidates have to pay a total amount of INR 330, INR 250 as examination processing fees, and INR 30 as examination fees. The APPSC Group 2 application fees for various categories are listed below
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| General Category Candidates | ₹ 330 |
| SC, ST, BC, PH & Ex-Service Men | ₹ 80 |
Exam Pattern
The APPSC is a three-tier examination. The candidate is first required to appear for its prelims, then the main exam followed by an interview.
The candidates who qualify prelims are then required to appear for the main exam and then an interview is done for the final selection of candidates.
APPSC Group 2 Prelims Exam Pattern 2022
The preliminary section of the exam includes three sections each carrying 50 marks. The total duration of the exam is 150 minutes and 150 questions are asked in total. Although there is no negative marking. The three sections of the paper include:
- General studies and mental ability
- The social and cultural history of Andhra Pradesh
- Indian constitution
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline mode |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type Questions (MCQs) |
| No. of Questions | 150 Questions |
| Total Weightage | 150 Marks (1 mark per question) |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
APPSC Group 2 Main Exam Pattern
The main exam of the APPSC Group 2 consists of 3 sections each carrying 150 marks for each section. The total exam duration is 450 minutes and the total marks are 450 marks of all the three sections included. It is an offline pen paper-based examination. The section is as follows:
- Paper I: General Studies and Mental ability
- Paper-II (A): Social and cultural history of Andhra Pradesh
- Paper-II (B): General overview of Indian constitution
- Paper III: Planning in India and Indian economy
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 450 (all three sections) |
| Total Weightage | 450 |
| Duration of Exam | 450 minutes |
APPSC Group 2 Main Paper I General Studies and Mental Ability
The particulars of paper 1 section are presented below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 150 |
| Total Weightage | 150 |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
APPSC Group 2 Main Paper II Social And Cultural History Of Andhra Pradesh & General Overview Of The Indian Constitution
The particulars of the paper 2 section are presented below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 150 |
| Total Weightage | 150 |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
APPSC Group 2 Main Paper III Planning In India And Indian Economy
The particulars of the paper 3 section are presented below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 150 |
| Total Weightage | 150 |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
Note- The shortlisted candidates are then called for an interview and then for final document verification.
Eligibilty Criteria
APPSC Group 2 Eligibility 2022
A candidate must know the minimum required qualification to be eligible for the APPSC Group 2 exam. Below we have given all the necessary qualifications required to be eligible:
APPSC Group 2 Age limit and Relaxation:
To be eligible for APPSC Group 2 the candidate must be in the group of 18-42 years of age but for certain categories, some relaxation is done. The following table summarises it:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/BC | 5 years |
| AP State Government Employees* | 5 years |
| PH | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years |
| NCC (who worked as an instructor) | 3 years |
| Contract employees (state census department) | 3 years |
APPSC Group 2 Educational Qualification
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is a must for most posts but for certain high posts different education is required which is listed in detail in this table:
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Municipal Commissioner Grade-III | B.Sc. or B.A. degree or any other equivalent qualifications |
| Asst. Commercial Tax Officer | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Deputy Tahsildar | A bachelor’s degree |
| Assistant Labour Officer | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Development Officers | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications OR A diploma in Handloom Technology or Textile Technology, or an educational level similar, is required. |
| Extension Officer | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Arts or Science |
| Prohibition & Excise Sub Inspector | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Register | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Executive Officer Grade-I | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (GAD) | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (Finance Dept.,) | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Economics or Mathematics or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (Law Dept.,) | A bachelor’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualifications |
| Assistant Section Officer (Legislature Dept.,) | A bachelor’s degree |
| Senior Auditor | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Senior Accountant in Branch-I (Category-I) (HOD) in A.P. Treasuries & Accounts Sub Service | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Economics or Mathematics along with a certificate in Web designing or PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting or Office Automation. The certificate should be from the Board of Technical Education and Training, A.P., Hyderabad OR B.Tech /B.E. with information Technology or Computer Science or B.A. (Comp.) or B.Com.(Comp.) or B.Sc.(Comp.) or B.C.A. |
| Senior Accountant in A.P. Works & Accounts (Zone wise) Sub Service | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications and qualified test “Proficiency in Office Automation with the usage of Computer and associated software” of the APPSC / DSC |
| Senior Accountant in Branch-II (Category-I) A.P. Treasuries & Accounts (District) Sub Service | A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Economics or Mathematics along with a certificate in Web designing or PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting or Office Automation. The certificate should be from the Board of Technical Education and Training, A.P., Hyderabad OR B.Tech /B.E. with information Technology or Computer Science or B.A. (Comp.) or B.Com.(Comp.) or B.Sc.(Comp.) or B.C.A. |
| Senior Accountant in Insurance A.P. G.L.I Sub service | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Junior Assistant in A. P. Public Service Commission in A.P. Ministerial Service / Labour Department in Ministerial Service / PH & ME Department in A.P. Ministerial Service / Director General of Prisons & Correctional Services / Agriculture Department in A.P. Ministerial Service/sugar and Cane Department in A.P. Ministerial Service / Roads & Building Department in A.P. Ministerial Service / Survey Settlement Department in A.P. Ministerial Service | A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent qualifications |
| Junior Accountant in (Branch-I) various Departments in A.P. Treasuries and Accounts Sub-Service | A bachelor’s degree; persons having a degree in Economics or Mathematics or Commerce will be preferred AND hold a certificate in Web designing or PC Maintenance and Trouble Shooting or Office Automation of the Board of Technical Education and Training, A.P., Hyderabad OR B.Tech /B.E. with information Technology or Computer Science or B.A. (Comp.) or B.Com.(Comp.) or B.Sc.(Comp.) or B.C.A. |
Exam Pattern
The APPSC is a three-tier examination. The candidate is first required to appear for its prelims, then the main exam followed by an interview.
The candidates who qualify prelims are then required to appear for the main exam and then an interview is done for the final selection of candidates.
APPSC Group 2 Prelims Exam Pattern 2022
The preliminary section of the exam includes three sections each carrying 50 marks. The total duration of the exam is 150 minutes and 150 questions are asked in total. Although there is no negative marking. The three sections of the paper include:
- General studies and mental ability
- The social and cultural history of Andhra Pradesh
- Indian constitution
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline mode |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type Questions (MCQs) |
| No. of Questions | 150 Questions |
| Total Weightage | 150 Marks (1 mark per question) |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
APPSC Group 2 Main Exam Pattern
The main exam of the APPSC Group 2 consists of 3 sections each carrying 150 marks for each section. The total exam duration is 450 minutes and the total marks are 450 marks of all the three sections included. It is an offline pen paper-based examination. The section is as follows:
- Paper I: General Studies and Mental ability
- Paper-II (A): Social and cultural history of Andhra Pradesh
- Paper-II (B): General overview of Indian constitution
- Paper III: Planning in India and Indian economy
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 450 (all three sections) |
| Total Weightage | 450 |
| Duration of Exam | 450 minutes |
APPSC Group 2 Main Paper I General Studies and Mental Ability
The particulars of paper 1 section are presented below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 150 |
| Total Weightage | 150 |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
APPSC Group 2 Main Paper II Social And Cultural History Of Andhra Pradesh & General Overview Of The Indian Constitution
The particulars of the paper 2 section are presented below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 150 |
| Total Weightage | 150 |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
APPSC Group 2 Main Paper III Planning In India And Indian Economy
The particulars of the paper 3 section are presented below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline Mode (Pen and Paper Exam) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple choice question) |
| No. of Questions | 150 |
| Total Weightage | 150 |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes |
Note- The shortlisted candidates are then called for an interview and then for final document verification.
Syllabus
APPSC Group 2 Syllabus 2022 for Prelims Exam
The syllabus for prelims and main examination is curated as follows:
| Section/Subjects | Marks | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Section A: General Studies and Mental Ability | 50 | Applications of general science, international, national & regional current affairs, Events of national and international importance, Indian polity and governance, data analysis, logical interpretation, analytical ability & logical reasoning, environmental protection & sustainable development, the geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh, Social-economic and political history of modern India with emphases on Indian national movement etc. |
| Section B (I): Social and Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh | 50 | Prehistoric cultures of AP, Geographical Features of Andhra and its impact on history and culture, important small & big dynasties that ruled Andhra Pradesh between 11th and 16th centuries A.D., the advent of Europeans, origin and growth of Andhra movement, events responsible for the formation of Andhra Pradesh state etc. |
| Section B(II): Indian Constitution | Structure and functions of Indian Government, Nature of the Indian Constitution, amendment process to the constitution, Fundamental Duties, functions & structure of Indian Government, Judicial Review & Activism, welfare mechanisms in India, Indian political parties, powers and the functions of Constitutional Bodies such as CAG, State Public Service Commissions, UPSC and finance commission | |
| Section C: Planning & Economy | 50 | present status & overview of Indian Economy, new economic reforms 1991, Indian agricultural & industrial policies, role of IT industries in development, types of resources, monetary policy of RBI, new foreign trade policy of India, causes and remedies of inflation, Goods and Service Tax (GST), national income and concepts, per capita income, economic policies of Andhra Pradesh, agriculture and industrial growth of Andhra Pradesh, resource development of Andhra Pradesh etc. |
| Total | 150 |
Mains Syllabus
APPSC GROUP 2 Syllabus for Mains 2022
| Paper/Subject | Marks | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | Applications of general science, international, national & regional current affairs, Events of national and international importance, Indian polity and governance, data analysis, logical interpretation, analytical ability & logical reasoning, environmental protection & sustainable development, the geography of India with focus on Andhra Pradesh, Social-economic and political history of modern India with emphases on Indian national movement etc. |
| Paper-II (A): Social History of Andhra Pradesh i.e., the history of various social and Cultural Movements in Andhra Pradesh | 150 | Prehistoric cultures of AP, Geographical Features of Andhra and its impact on history and culture, important small & big dynasties that ruled Andhra Pradesh between 11th and 16th centuries A.D., the advent of Europeans, origin and growth of Andhra movement, events responsible for the formation of Andhra Pradesh state etc. |
| Paper-II (B): General overview of the Indian Constitution | Structure and functions of Indian Government, Nature of the Indian Constitution, amendment process to the constitution, Fundamental Duties, functions & structure of Indian Government, Judicial Review & Activism, welfare mechanisms in India, Indian political parties, powers and the functions of Constitutional Bodies such as CAG, State Public Service Commissions, UPSC and finance commission | |
| Paper III: Planning in India and Indian Economy Contemporary problems and developments in rural society with special reference to Andhra Pradesh | 150 | present status & overview of Indian Economy, new economic reforms 1991, Indian agricultural & industrial policies, role of IT industries in development, types of resources, monetary policy of RBI, new foreign trade policy of India, causes and remedies of inflation, Goods and Service Tax (GST), national income and concepts, per capita income, economic policies of Andhra Pradesh, agriculture and industrial growth of Andhra Pradesh, resource development of Andhra Pradesh etc. |
| Total | 450 |
