The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has officially published the Exam Calendar 2026, detailing the written test schedule for 21 different recruitment notifications. These exams are part of the state’s annual recruitment process to fill various government posts.
APPSC Exam Dates and Phases
According to the official APPSC exam calendar 2026, most exams will be conducted in two distinct phases across January and February 2026:
- Phase 1: January 27 to January 31, 2026
- Phase 2: February 9 to February 13, 2026
All examinations will be held in offline (OMR‑based) mode at designated district centres across Andhra Pradesh.
The calendar includes recruitment tests for posts such as Agriculture Officer, Technical Assistant (Geophysics), Assistant Engineer, Junior Lecturer, Horticulture Officer, Forest Beat Officer, Thanedar, Executive Officer and other Group and departmental positions.
How to Download the APPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF?
Candidates preparing for APPSC recruitments should download the official exam calendar PDF from the commission’s website to view the post‑wise schedule and specific dates. Here’s how:
- Visit the APPSC official website: psc.ap.gov.in
- Go to the “Announcements” section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled “Web Note on Examination Schedule for Various Notifications – (Published on 02/12/2025)”.
- The exam calendar PDF will appear on the screen.
- Download and save it for future reference.
District‑Wise Exam Centres
For most notifications (Serial Numbers 1 to 17 and 21), the written exams will be held at major centres including: Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, NTR, Tirupati and Ananthapuramu. For certain notifications (18 to 20), exams will be conducted across all 13 erstwhile districts of Andhra Pradesh.
Preparation Tips for Candidates
- Review the post‑wise schedule in the exam calendar PDF and prioritise subjects accordingly.
- Start revision early based on the exam dates for specific notifications.
- Keep track of admit card release dates on the official portal.
- Plan travel and stay arrangements in advance, especially for exams held in distant district centres.