SarkariResultHome.comAPPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus 2026
Written by Monty on 09 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission · State: All India
The Group 2 Posts syllabus of Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is available on its official website. The official syllabus PDF is given in the Important Links table. Here is a simple guide to what to read and how to plan.
The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
You can also see more APPSC updates on the APPSC Recruitment page, all syllabus and the home page.
APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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How the Syllabus Shapes Your Preparation
Read the syllabus and exam pattern before you buy a single book. They tell you the subjects, marks, time and negative marking, so you can spend your hours where the marks are.
How to Prepare for APPSC Group 2 Posts
- 1
Get the official syllabus
Download it from psc.ap.gov.in so you study the correct version.
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Break it into topics
Write every subject and topic as a checklist.
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Rank by weight
Give more time to high-mark sections shown in the exam pattern.
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Solve previous papers
They show the real difficulty and repeated topics.
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Revise weekly
Keep one day a week for revision and a timed mock test.
About the APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus
APPSC has made the syllabus and exam pattern of Group 2 Posts available, and this page explains how to use it.
Everything on this page is based on the official syllabus. The PDF link is given in the Important Links table, and it is worth reading from the first line to the last.
APPSC Group 2 Posts Exam Pattern and Syllabus at a Glance
The exam date and the stages are not fixed in the facts we have yet. They are added to this page when the organisation announces them.
APPSC Group 2 Posts Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern of Group 2 Posts tells you how many questions each subject carries, the marks and the time. The tables below show it stage by stage, as read from the facts we have.
In short: total marks: 300.
Screening Test (Prelims)
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Indian History | 30 | 30 | 150 Min |
| Geography | 30 | 30 | ||
| Indian Society | 30 | 30 | ||
| Current Affairs | 30 | 30 | ||
| Mental Ability | Mental ABility | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Main Examination
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Questions | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Social and Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh General Overview of the Indian Constitution | 150 | 150 |
| Paper II | Indian & AP Economy Science & Technology | 150 | 150 |
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
| Test | Duration | Marks | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proficiency in Office Automation with Computers & Software | 60 minutes | 100 | SC/ST/PH: 30 BCs: 35 OCs: 40 |
APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus 2026: Subject-wise Topics
Subject-wise topics for Group 2 Posts: start with the subject that carries the most marks in the pattern above.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Indian History | Ancient History: Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Age, Buddhism & Jainism, Mauryan & Gupta Empires, Harshavardhana. Medieval History: Chola Administration, Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Bhakti & Suf |
| Geography | General & Physical Geography: Earth & Solar System, Interior of Earth, Landforms, Climate, Oceans, Tides, Drainage Systems, Natural Hazards. Economic Geography: Natural Resources, Agriculture, Industr |
| 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 & S |
| 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 Intere |
How to Turn the Official Syllabus into a Study Plan
- Download the latest syllabus PDF from the official link and save it on your phone
- Copy every topic into a notebook or a sheet, one line per topic, with a column for done, revised and tested
- Mark the topics that have appeared often in the previous papers, and study them first
- Check the marking scheme, especially negative marking and sectional time limits, and practise with the same rules
- Re-read the syllabus every month; organisations sometimes revise it between two notices
A Weekly Study Plan for Group 2 Posts
Keep the plan simple: new topics on weekdays, tests and revision on the weekend.
A simple pattern works for most students: study three hours of new topics, one hour of practice questions and half an hour of revision of the earlier day. Increase the time only when this feels easy.
Previous Year Papers and Mock Tests
Old papers tell you the real level of the exam and the way questions are asked. Solve at least the last three years under the real time limit.
A mock test is useful only when you analyse it. The analysis takes longer than the test and is worth it.
Common Mistakes While Preparing
- Collecting many books and finishing none. One standard book per subject and the previous papers are enough to begin
- Studying from an old syllabus. Check the year and the exam name on the PDF you use
- Leaving current affairs for the last month. Read a little every week
- Ignoring the exam pattern. Sectional time limits and negative marking change the way you attempt questions
- Watching lectures without practice questions
More APPSC Updates
Other notices of APPSC, such as admit cards, Sarkari Results and answer keys, are on the APPSC page. All syllabus pages are in the syllabus list.
Earlier APPSC Notifications
Earlier APPSC notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all APPSC updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| APPSC Forest Beat Officer, Assistant Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 21 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC Hostel Warden / Welfare Officer Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 16 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC ASWO Complete Guide Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Secondary Level Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 27 Apr 2026 |
| APPSC Group 3 | Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
Study Tips for This Syllabus
- Give more time to sections carrying more marks in the exam pattern.
- Note the negative marking scheme and sectional time limits.
- Prepare short notes and formulas for last-week revision.
- Practise the exam interface if the test is computer-based.
- Read the official notice once for any changes to the pattern.
APPSC Group 2 Posts Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
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| APPSC Group 2 Syllabus 2026 — 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
Where can I get the APPSC Group 2 Posts syllabus?
You can get it from the official notification on the official website (psc.ap.gov.in).
What is the official website for APPSC Group 2 Posts?
The official website is psc.ap.gov.in.
Is the official syllabus PDF the final word?
Yes. Our page explains how to use it, but the topics, marks and exam pattern are those given in the official PDF.
Can I prepare from an old syllabus?
Only as a starting point. Check the year and the exam name on the PDF and compare it with the latest notice before you rely on it.
What is the exam pattern of Group 2 Posts?
The stage-wise pattern with the subjects, questions, marks and time is given in the exam pattern tables on this page.
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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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