APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026, Apply Online Begins
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada, has released the APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026 notification under Notification No. 21/2026, dated 13 October 2026. A total of 18 vacancies have been announced for the post of Analyst Grade-II in the A.P. Pollution Control Board (APPCB) through general recruitment. It is a state-wide post with a pay scale of Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220.
Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Sciences can apply, and first class candidates will be preferred. The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026. The APPSC Analyst Grade II online application is open on psc.ap.gov.in from 13 October 2026 to 2 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Selection is through a Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). This article covers the APPSC Analyst Grade II vacancy, eligibility, age limit, salary, fee, exam pattern, syllabus and how to apply, all taken from the official notification.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026, Notification No. 21/2026
➤ Post: Analyst Grade-II, A.P. Pollution Control Board
➤ Total vacancies: 18 (state-wide post)
➤ Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Sciences
➤ Age limit: 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026
➤ Pay scale: Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220
➤ Apply online: 13 October to 2 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
➤ Fee: Rs. 250 processing fee + Rs. 80 exam fee
➤ Selection: Written exam (CBRT) + Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying)
➤ Official website: psc.ap.gov.in
Table of Contents
- APPSC Analyst Grade II 2026 Important Dates
- APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026 Overview
- APPSC Analyst Grade II Vacancy 2026
- Horizontal Reservation
- Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit and Relaxation
- Application Fee
- APPSC Analyst Grade II Exam Pattern
- Computer Proficiency Test
- Minimum Qualifying Marks
- APPSC Analyst Grade II Syllabus
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
APPSC Analyst Grade II 2026 Important Dates
The APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026 online application started on 13 October 2026 and will close on 2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The important dates of the APPSC APPCB Analyst Grade-II notification are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 13 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 13 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 2 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application correction window | Up to 7 days after the last date (Rs. 100 per correction) |
| Age crucial date | 1 July 2026 |
| CBRT exam date | To be announced |
APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026 Overview
The APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026 is a direct recruitment for 18 Analyst Grade-II posts in the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board. The key details of the APPSC Analyst Grade 2 notification 2026 are summarised below.
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada |
| Notification No. | 21/2026, dated 13/10/2026 |
| Post | Analyst Grade-II |
| Department | A.P. Pollution Control Board (APPCB) |
| Total vacancies | 18 |
| Nature of post | State-wide post |
| Pay scale | Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220 |
| Age limit | 18 – 44 years (as on 01.07.2026) |
| Selection | Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) + Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) |
| Exam centres | Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati, Ananthapuramu |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
APPSC Analyst Grade II Vacancy 2026 (Category-wise)
The APPSC Analyst Grade II vacancy 2026 has 18 state-wide posts in the AP Pollution Control Board, divided among OC, EWS, BC, SC and ST categories as per vertical reservation. The category-wise APPSC APPCB Analyst Grade-II vacancy is given below.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| OC | 9 |
| EWS | 1 |
| BC-A | 1 |
| BC-B | 2 |
| BC-C | – |
| BC-D | 1 |
| BC-E | – |
| SC-I | – |
| SC-II | 1 |
| SC-III | 1 |
| ST | 2 |
| Total | 18 |
APPSC Analyst Grade II Horizontal Reservation
Some of the APPSC Analyst Grade II posts are under horizontal reservation for women, Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD). All eligible candidates can apply for these, irrespective of category or gender. The APPSC Analyst Grade II horizontal reservation is given below.
| Horizontal Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Women – OC | 3 |
| Women – BC-B | 1 |
| Women – BC-D | 1 |
| Women – ST | 1 |
| Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP) | 1 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) | 1 (HH) |
APPSC Analyst Grade II Eligibility Criteria 2026
To apply for the APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026, candidates need a science degree in a relevant subject. The APPSC APPCB Analyst Grade-II educational qualification is given below.
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Analyst Grade-II, A.P. Pollution Control Board | Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Sciences from a recognised university in India. First Class candidates will be preferred. |
- The qualification must be held as on the date of the notification (13 October 2026).
- Candidates must be Indian citizens, of sound health and good character.
APPSC Analyst Grade II Age Limit and Relaxation 2026
The APPSC Analyst Grade II age limit 2026 is a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 44 years as on 1 July 2026. Category-wise APPSC Analyst Grade II age relaxation is given below.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BC and EWS | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years plus length of service in the armed forces |
| NCC Instructors | 3 years plus length of service in NCC |
| Regular A.P. State Government Employees | Length of regular service, up to 5 years |
| Retrenched temporary employees of State Census Department (6+ months service) | 3 years |
APPSC Analyst Grade II Application Fee 2026
The APPSC Analyst Grade II application fee 2026 has a processing fee of Rs. 250 and an examination fee of Rs. 80. Some categories are exempt from the exam fee. The APPSC Analyst Grade II fee details are given below.
| Category | Processing Fee | Exam Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Other State candidates | Rs. 250 | Rs. 80 | Rs. 330 |
| SC, ST, BC, PBD, Ex-Servicemen (A.P.) | Rs. 250 | Exempted | Rs. 250 |
| White Card holder families (A.P. residents) | Rs. 250 | Exempted | Rs. 250 |
| Unemployed youth (as per G.O.Ms.No.439) | Rs. 250 | Exempted | Rs. 250 |
- Pay online through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card.
- Reserved category candidates from other states (except PBD and Ex-Servicemen) do not get fee exemption or reservation.
- Fee once paid will not be refunded.
APPSC Analyst Grade II Exam Pattern 2026
The APPSC Analyst Grade II exam pattern 2026 has two objective-type papers of degree standard, for a total of 300 marks, in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. The APPSC APPCB Analyst Grade-II written exam scheme is given below.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 minutes | 150 |
| Paper-II | Common Paper (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Environmental Science) | 150 | 150 minutes | 150 |
| Total | 300 | 300 |
- Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks for each wrong answer.
- Scores will be normalized if the exam is held in multiple sessions.
- Appearing in both papers is compulsory.
APPSC Analyst Grade II Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Candidates shortlisted after the APPSC Analyst Grade II written exam must qualify the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT), a practical test on office automation. CPT marks are only qualifying. The APPSC Analyst Grade II CPT scheme is given below.
| Test | Duration | Max Marks | Qualifying: SC/ST/PBD | Qualifying: BC | Qualifying: OC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proficiency in Office Automation with usage of Computers and Associated Software | 60 minutes | 100 | 30 | 35 | 40 |
APPSC Analyst Grade II Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks in the APPSC Analyst Grade II written exam (aggregate) to be considered for selection. The category-wise APPSC Analyst Grade II minimum qualifying marks are given below.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| OC, Sportspersons, Ex-Servicemen, EWS | 40% |
| Backward Classes | 35% |
| SC, ST, PBD | 30% |
Final selection is based on merit in the written exam, subject to qualifying the CPT.
APPSC Analyst Grade II Syllabus 2026
The APPSC Analyst Grade II syllabus 2026 covers General Studies and Mental Ability in Paper-I, and a common science paper with Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology and Environmental Science in Paper-II. The topic-wise APPSC APPCB Analyst Grade-II syllabus is given below.
| Paper / Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability | Current events (international, national, Andhra Pradesh); General Science, Science & Technology and IT; History of India with focus on AP and the National Movement; Geography of India with focus on AP; Indian Polity and Governance; Indian Economy and Planning; Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection; Disaster Management (Remote Sensing and GIS); Logical reasoning and analytical ability; Data Analysis (tabulation, visual representation, mean, median, mode, variance) |
| Paper-II: Chemistry | Chemistry of non-transition elements; polymorphism of carbon and sulphur; boranes and carboranes; photochemistry and Jablonski diagram; spectroscopy and Beer-Lambert's law; spectrophotometers; chromatography (TLC, GLC, paper, column, HPLC); terpenoids; amino acids and proteins; peptides; solvent-free and green synthesis (ultrasound, microwave); heterocyclic compounds (furan, pyrrole) |
| Paper-II: Biochemistry | Enzyme inhibition; chymotrypsin, trypsin, lysozyme; co-enzymes; ribozyme; monomeric and oligomeric enzymes; immunology, immunoglobulins, ELISA, vaccines; blood and lymph; autoimmunity; nervous and excretory systems; endocrinology and hormones; nutritional biochemistry, vitamins, bomb calorimeter; clinical biochemistry, liver and kidney function tests |
| Paper-II: Biology | Cell biology: bacteria, viruses (TMV, polio, HIV), plant and animal cell, cell organelles, mitosis and meiosis; genetics and evolution: Mendel's laws, linkage, mutations, Darwin's theory, Hardy-Weinberg law; molecular biology: DNA and RNA structure, replication, repair, transcription and translation |
| Paper-II: Environmental Science | Components of environment; ecology and ecosystems, food chain and food web, ecological pyramids, succession; natural resources; air, water and soil pollution; waste management; greenhouse gases, global warming, ozone hole; conventional and non-conventional energy, biogas; environmental assessment methods; land use, urban and rural planning |
How to Apply for APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official website psc.ap.gov.in.
- If you are a new user, complete the One Time Profile Registration (OTPR). Your User ID will be sent to your registered mobile number and email.
- Log in with your OTPR ID and click on Online Application against Notification No. 21/2026.
- Fill in application details such as Local/Non-Local status, White Card details, qualification and exam centre (choose three preferences).
- Click "Save & Submit". The payment link will be generated only after this step.
- Pay the fee online and download the filled application PDF.
- Apply before 11:59 PM on 2 November 2026.
Also read: APPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 196 Assistant Statistical Officer Posts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026?
There are 18 vacancies for Analyst Grade-II in the A.P. Pollution Control Board.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for APPSC Analyst Grade II 2026?
The last date is 2 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Q3. What is the qualification for APPSC Analyst Grade II?
A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Sciences. First class candidates are preferred.
Q4. What is the APPSC Analyst Grade II salary?
The pay scale is Rs. 48,440 – 1,37,220.
Q5. What is the age limit?
18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026, with 5 years relaxation for SC, ST, BC and EWS.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the APPSC Analyst Grade II exam?
Yes. 1/3 of the marks is deducted for each wrong answer.
APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| APPSC Analyst Grade II Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| APPSC Analyst Grade II Apply Online | psc.ap.gov.in |
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