AP Job Calendar 2026 Released: 10,060 Government Vacancies, Phase-Wise Schedule and Details
The Andhra Pradesh Government has released the AP Job Calendar 2026, outlining recruitment for 10,060 government posts through direct recruitment across different departments.
The recruitment will be carried out in four phases through agencies including the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Andhra Pradesh State Level Police Recruitment Board (APSLPRB) and District Selection Committees (DSC).
The government issued G.O.Ms.No.81 on August 22, 2026, giving permission to the concerned recruiting agencies to proceed with recruitment against the identified vacancies.
AP Job Calendar 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | AP Job Calendar 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 10,060 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Recruiting Agencies | APPSC, APSLPRB, DSC and other agencies |
| Number of Phases | 4 |
| Government Order | G.O.Ms.No.81 |
| GO Date | August 22, 2026 |
Phase-Wise Vacancy Details
The 10,060 vacancies have been divided into four recruitment phases.
| Phase | Vacancies | Notification Date |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I | 1,523 | May 15, 2026 |
| Phase II | 3,231 | September 15, 2026 |
| Phase III | 2,311 | October 15, 2026 |
| Phase IV | 2,995 | October 15, 2026 |
| Total | 10,060 | — |
The first phase, consisting of 1,523 posts under Higher Education, had already been notified in May. The remaining vacancies are scheduled through the subsequent phases.
What Posts Are Included?
The AP Job Calendar covers vacancies across several areas of government recruitment.
Major recruitment areas include:
- APPSC Group 1 Services
- APPSC Group 2 Services
- Police Department
- School Education
- Higher Education
- Forest Department
- Horticulture
- Animal Husbandry
- Welfare Departments
- Engineering and technical posts
- Statistical and administrative posts
- Other state government departments
The recruitment plan therefore covers candidates with different educational qualifications and professional backgrounds.
Phase II – 3,231 Vacancies
The second phase includes 3,231 posts across various departments.
The recruitment list includes Group 1-related positions as well as posts such as Horticulture Officer, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Hostel Welfare Officer, Forest Section Officer, Forest Beat Officer, Forest Range Officer, Police Constable, Sub-Inspector, Fireman, Assistant Statistical Officer and other departmental positions.
Phase III – 2,311 Vacancies
The third phase consists of 2,311 posts.
Among the important recruitment areas in this phase are Group 2 services, including positions such as Assistant Registrar, Goods and Services Tax Officer, Municipal Commissioner Grade III, Deputy MPDO, Deputy Tahsildar, Prohibition and Excise Sub-Inspector, Sub-Registrar Grade II and Assistant Section Officer.
Phase IV – 2,995 Vacancies
The fourth phase is particularly important for candidates looking for government teaching jobs.
It includes recruitment through the District Selection Committees (DSC) for posts such as:
- Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT)
- School Assistant
- Instructor
- Other education-related posts
- Assistant Director
The School Education Department accounts for the majority of vacancies in this phase.
AP Job Calendar 2026: What Candidates Should Do
Candidates who are preparing for Andhra Pradesh government jobs should regularly check the official websites of the respective recruiting agencies.
The Job Calendar provides a recruitment roadmap, but candidates should not treat the calendar itself as the final recruitment notification. Eligibility, vacancies, syllabus, age limit, application dates, examination pattern and other conditions will be provided in the individual notifications released by the concerned recruiting agencies.
Candidates should therefore check the relevant official notification before applying for any post.
Where to Check AP Government Job Notifications?
Candidates can follow the official recruitment websites of the concerned agencies, including APPSC and other recruiting bodies.
For APPSC recruitment, candidates should check the official APPSC website for notification numbers, eligibility requirements, application dates and examination updates.
AP Job Calendar 2026 – Important Note
The 10,060 posts represent the vacancies approved under the 2026 Job Calendar for direct recruitment. The exact requirements for individual posts, including educational qualification, age limit, reservation, syllabus and application procedure, will depend on the respective recruitment notification.
Candidates should always verify the latest information from the official government or recruiting-agency notification before submitting an application.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are announced in AP Job Calendar 2026?
The Andhra Pradesh Government has approved 10,060 direct recruitment vacancies under the 2026 Job Calendar.
How many phases are there in AP Job Calendar 2026?
The recruitment is planned in four phases.
Which agencies will conduct the recruitment?
Recruitment will involve agencies such as APPSC, APSLPRB and DSC, along with other concerned recruiting agencies.
Are all 10,060 jobs open for applications now?
No. The vacancies are being notified in phases. Candidates should check the individual recruitment notification for the application opening and closing dates.
Where can candidates check official notifications?
Candidates should check the official websites of the concerned recruiting agencies and rely on the individual notification for final eligibility and application details.
