SarkariResultHome.comAPPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus 2026
Written by Jigs on 12 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission · State: All India
Students preparing for Group 2 Posts can now see the syllabus from Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) on its official website. The official syllabus PDF is given in the Important Links table. The sections below turn it into a plan.
The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
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APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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Group 2 Posts: What This Page Covers
This page puts together the exam overview of Group 2 Posts with the exam pattern, the syllabus, the topic lists and the qualifying marks, in the order a student needs them.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Group 2 Posts: Exam Overview
Negative marking: ⅓ mark for each wrong answer.
Selection stages given for this exam: Prelims → Mains → Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post / course | APPSC Group 2 (Executive & Non-Executive) Posts |
| Selection stages | Prelims → Mains → Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) |
| Type of questions | Objective Type (MCQs) |
| Time allowed | Prelims – 150 minutes; Mains – 150 minutes (each paper) |
| Marking scheme | 1 mark per question |
| Negative marking | ⅓ mark for each wrong answer |
| Organization Name | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
Group 2 Posts: Exam Overview
Negative marking: ⅓ mark for each wrong answer.
Selection stages given for this exam: Screening Test → Mains → Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post / course | APPSC Group 2 (Executive & Non-Executive) Posts |
| Selection stages | Screening Test → Mains → Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) |
| Negative marking | ⅓ mark for each wrong answer |
| Organization Name | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
Group 2 Posts: Group 2 2026: Prelims (Screening Test)
Check the group 2 2026: prelims (screening test) for Group 2 Posts in the table below.
In short: time: 150 minutes.
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Indian History | Ancient History: Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Age, Buddhism & Jainism, Mauryan & Gupta Empires, Harshavardhana. Medieval History: Chola Administration, Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Bhakti & Sufi Movements, Rise of Marathas, Advent of Europeans. Modern History: Revolt of 1857, Rise of British Power, Social & Religious Reform Movements, Indian National Movement, Post-Independence Reorganization. |
| Geography | General & Physical Geography: Earth & Solar System, Interior of Earth, Landforms, Climate, Oceans, Tides, Drainage Systems, Natural Hazards. Economic Geography: Natural Resources, Agriculture, Industries, Trade, Tourism, Transport, Communication. Human Geography: Human Development, Demographics, Migration, Urbanization, Tribal & Linguistic Groups. |
| Indian Society | Structure: Family, Marriage, Kinship, Caste, Tribe, Ethnicity, Religion, Women. Issues: Casteism, Communalism, Crime Against Women, Child Labour, Youth Unrest. Welfare: Policies and Constitutional & Statutory Provisions for SCs, STs, BCs, Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Children. |
| Current Affairs | International, National and Andhra Pradesh-related current issues and events. |
| Mental Ability | Logical Reasoning: Assumptions, Arguments, Conclusions. Mental Ability: Series, Odd One Out, Coding-Decoding, Relations, Shapes. Basic Numeracy: Averages, Ratios, Percentages, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Speed & Distance. Data Analysis: Tables, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, Pie Charts. |
Group 2 Posts: Screening Test (Prelims)
The table below gives the screening test (prelims) of Group 2 Posts, as it is given in the source.
In short: time: 150 minutes.
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Indian History | 30 | 30 |
| General Studies | Geography | 30 | 30 |
| General Studies | Indian Society | 30 | 30 |
| General Studies | Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| Mental Ability | Mental Ability | 30 | 30 |
Group 2 Posts: Main Examination
Main Examination of Group 2 Posts:
In short: time: 150 minutes.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Social History of AP & Constitution | 150 |
| Paper-II | Economy & Science/Technology | 150 |
Group 2 Posts: Section B: Indian Constitution (75 Marks)
The list below is for Group 2 Posts.
- Nature, development, salient features, preamble, rights, duties, amendments.
- Legislature, Executive, Judiciary, Judicial review & activism.
- Union-State relations, Constitutional bodies, RTI, Lokpal.
- Commissions: Rajmannar, Sarkaria, Punchchi; Electoral reforms, Anti-defection law.
- Decentralization – Panchayati Raj, 73rd & 74th Amendments.
Group 2 Posts: CPT Qualifying Marks
Keep these points in mind for Group 2 Posts.
- SC/ST/PH: 30
- BCs: 35
- OCs: 40
Group 2 Posts: Group 2 2026: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
The list below is for Group 2 Posts.
- MCQs: 20%
- Typing speed & document preparation: 25%
- Organizing & inserting objects: 15%
- Excel sheet & graphs: 20%
- PowerPoint presentation: 20%
Group 2 Posts: Group 2 2026: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) Syllabus
Check the group 2 2026: computer proficiency test (cpt) syllabus for Group 2 Posts in the table below.
| Part | Information |
|---|---|
| Part A | Introduction to Computers – Components, devices, memory.; Software – System, Application, Open Source.; Operating Systems – Single/Multi-user, Windows, Linux, MacOS basics.; Internet Concepts – Protocols, browsers, uploading/downloading.; Email Basics – Sending, receiving, mailing lists.; WWW – Navigation, searching. |
| Part B | Office Suite – MS Office / LibreOffice / OpenOffice.; Word Processing – Editing, formatting, tables, mail merge, macros.; Spreadsheets – Formulas, charts, formatting, functions, macros.; Presentations – Slides, templates, multimedia, transitions, animations. |
Group 2 Posts: Screening Test (Prelims)
Keep these points in mind for Group 2 Posts.
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every wrong answer.
Group 2 Posts: Screening Test (Prelims)
Check the screening test (prelims) for Group 2 Posts in the table below.
In short: time: 150 minutes.
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Indian History | 30 | 30 | 150 Min |
| General Studies | Geography | 30 | 30 | 150 Min |
| General Studies | Indian Society | 30 | 30 | 150 Min |
| General Studies | Current Affairs | 30 | 30 | 150 Min |
| Mental Ability | Mental ABility | 30 | 30 | 150 Min |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 150 Min |
Group 2 Posts: Main Examination
Keep these points in mind for Group 2 Posts.
- Total Marks: 300
- Negative marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Group 2 Posts: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Check the computer proficiency test (cpt) for Group 2 Posts in the table below.
| Test | Duration | Marks | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proficiency in Office Automation with Computers & Software | 60 minutes | 100 | SC/ST/PH: 30; BCs: 35; OCs: 40 |
Group 2 Posts: Effective Group 2 Preparation Strategy
Keep these points in mind for Group 2 Posts.
- Understand the syllabus first and divide topics into manageable sections.
- Give special attention to Andhra Pradesh-specific history, polity and economy.
- Read current affairs regularly and revise important events.
- Practise mental ability and data interpretation questions.
- Prepare short revision notes for Constitution and economic concepts.
- Solve previous-year questions to understand the nature of the examination.
- Take mock tests regularly and analyse mistakes.
- Revise repeatedly instead of relying only on first-time reading.
Group 2 Posts: Effective Group 2 Preparation Strategy
Effective Group 2 Preparation Strategy of Group 2 Posts:
| Also check |
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| APPSC Group 2 Salary |
| APPSC Group 2 Previous Year Question Papers |
Group 2 Posts: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Read the exam overview above first, so you know who conducts the exam, its mode, language and marking before you study.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- Negative marking is given as ⅓ mark for each wrong answer. So avoid wild guesses and mark only the answers you are sure about.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
- Check the qualifying or cut-off marks table; the marks needed may differ from category to category.
Group 2 Posts: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Take mock tests in the real time limit of Prelims – 150 minutes; Mains – 150 minutes (each paper), so the clock does not surprise you on exam day.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
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APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
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| Syllabus - and analyze the to map out your study plan — PDF | Click Here |
| Official website | psc.ap.gov.in |
| All APPSC updates | Open APPSC Recruitment |
| APPSC latest jobs | View jobs |
| APPSC admit cards | View admit cards |
| APPSC results | View results |
APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
How much time is given in Group 2 Posts?
The time allowed is Prelims – 150 minutes; Mains – 150 minutes (each paper).
Is there negative marking in Group 2 Posts?
Negative marking: ⅓ mark for each wrong answer.
Where can I download the official Group 2 Posts syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of APPSC. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Group 2 Posts syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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Source and Credit
This post is written from the syllabus and exam pattern notice that Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission released on its official website psc.ap.gov.in. We have put the information in our own words and layout. The official website is the final word, so please check it before you apply, pay a fee or travel.
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