APPSC Analyst Grade-II Recruitment 2026: 18 Vacancies, Eligibility, Fee & Apply Online

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has issued detailed Notification No. 21/2026, dated 13 October 2026, inviting online applications for 18 Analyst Grade-II posts in the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB).

Candidates with a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Sciences can check their eligibility and apply through the APPSC portal from 13 October to 2 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM. Read the eligibility, fees and examination details below before applying.

APPSC Analyst Grade-II Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Commission	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Department	A.P. Pollution Control Board
Notification	21/2026, dated 13 October 2026
Post	Analyst Grade-II
Vacancies	18
Cadre	State-wide
Age	18–44 years, subject to relaxation
Pay Scale	₹48,440–₹1,37,220
Application Mode	Online
Last Date	2 November 2026, 11:59 PM

Important Dates

Event	Date
Detailed Notification	13 October 2026
Online Application Starts	13 October 2026
Application Deadline	2 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Written Examination	To be announced
Hall Ticket	To be notified on APPSC website

Vacancy Details and Salary

APPSC has notified 18 state-wide Analyst Grade-II vacancies in the A.P. Pollution Control Board. The category-wise breakup is provided in Annexure-I of the detailed notification.

The notified pay scale is ₹48,440 to ₹1,37,220. This is the pay scale for the post, not a guaranteed monthly take-home salary.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognised university in at least one of the following subjects:

• Chemistry
• Bio-Chemistry
• Biology
• Environmental Sciences

The notification states that first-class candidates will be preferred. It does not describe first class as a compulsory qualification for every applicant.

The required qualification must be held as on 13 October 2026, the date of the detailed notification.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 44 years as on 1 July 2026.

Eligible SC, ST, BC and EWS applicants receive five years of upper-age relaxation. Other relaxations apply according to Paragraph 5 of the notification, subject to the prescribed category and service conditions.

Application Fee

Fee Component	Amount
Processing Fee	₹250
Examination Fee	₹80
Standard Total	₹330

Eligible SC, ST, BC, persons with benchmark disabilities, ex-servicemen, qualifying Andhra Pradesh white-card holders and eligible unemployed youth may receive an exemption from the ₹80 examination fee, subject to the notification's conditions.

Applicants belonging to specified reserved categories from other states are not automatically eligible for Andhra Pradesh reservation or examination-fee exemptions. Check Paragraph 7 before paying. The processing fee remains payable.

Selection Process

Selection involves an objective Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT). Candidates provisionally shortlisted after the written examination must also qualify the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT), as prescribed in the detailed notification.

Written Examination Pattern

Paper	Questions	Marks	Time
I – General Studies & Mental Ability	150	150	150 min
II – Common Paper	150	150	150 min
Total	300	300	300 min

Negative marking: One-third of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer.

Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)

Provisionally shortlisted candidates must qualify a practical test in office automation and computer software.

Particular	Details
Duration	60 minutes
Maximum Marks	100
SC/ST/PBD Minimum	30
BC Minimum	35
OC Minimum	40

The CPT is a qualifying requirement for candidates shortlisted for the further selection process. Consult Annexure-II for the full practical syllabus.

Examination Centres

The notification lists four CBRT centres: Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati and Ananthapuramu. Candidates can indicate three preferences, but APPSC may allot a different centre depending on availability.

Reservation Rules

The Analyst Grade-II post is a state-cadre post. The notification explicitly states that the rule of local reservation does not apply. However, applicable community, EWS, women, disability and meritorious sportsperson reservation provisions must still be considered under the prescribed rules.

Applicants claiming reservation or age relaxation must hold valid supporting certificates within the prescribed deadlines. Candidates from other states should check the restrictions on Andhra Pradesh community-reservation benefits.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit psc.ap.gov.in.
2. Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) if you are a new applicant.
3. Log in with your registered credentials.
4. Select Notification No. 21/2026 – Analyst Grade-II.
5. Fill in the required personal, educational and category details.
6. Review the application carefully and submit it.
7. Pay the applicable fee through the official payment gateway.
8. Save the application and payment confirmation for future reference.

Important: OTPR registration alone does not complete the application. The recruitment-specific form and payment must be successfully submitted.

APPSC permits certain corrections within the prescribed correction window after the closing date, subject to a ₹100 fee per correction. Fields affecting name, fee and age relaxation cannot be corrected through this facility.

Official Notification and Application Links

Resource	Official Link
Detailed Notification No. 21/2026	View APPSC Notification
Online Application / OTPR	APPSC Official Portal

Open the recruitment-notifications page and select Notification No. 21/2026, dated 13 October 2026, Analyst Grade-II to read the detailed PDF and its annexures.

Disclaimer: PediaWikiBlog.com is an independent educational and recruitment information website and is not affiliated with APPSC. This article summarises the official detailed notification. The original notification, subsequent corrigenda and instructions issued by APPSC take precedence.