Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree (B.Sc.) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Environmental Sciences from a recognized university in India. First Class degree holders will be preferred in the selection process.
PermanentSep. 15, 2026
APPSC Analyst Grade-II Recruitment 2026
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Sep. 15, 2026Analyst Grade-II
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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply
Vacancies
18
Pay Scale
Rs. 48,440 - 1,37,220/-
Age Limit
18 to 42 Years (Subject to detailed notification relaxations)
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 15, 2026
2
Starts
Oct 13, 2026
3
Deadline
Nov 2, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window13 Oct – 2 Nov 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.
Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Age will be reckoned as on the date of detailed notification as per Andhra Pradesh state government service rules. Standard community relaxations apply: 5 years for SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Main Written Examination (CBRT - 2 Objective Papers)
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Computer Proficiency Test (CPT - Practical Qualifying)
Online / OfflineQualifying Only
Document Verification
OfflineQualifying Only
Selection is conducted through a single-level online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) comprising 2 objective papers of 150 marks each (Total 300 marks): Paper-I General Studies & Mental Ability and Paper-II Common Technical Paper (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Environmental Science). A negative marking penalty of 1/3rd (0.33) of the marks applies for each wrong answer. Candidates shortlisted based on written exam merit will be called for the practical Computer Proficiency Test (CPT, 100 marks qualifying) followed by certificate verification.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview
Verified Official SourceWhat is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.
Exam Tier / Mode
Written Examination (CBRT - Objective Type, Degree Standard)
Total Duration
300 Minutes
Negative Marking
1/3rd (0.33) of marks per wrong answer
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-II: Common Paper (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Environmental Science) | 150 | 150 |
| Total | 300 | 300 |
Exam Tier / Mode
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT - Practical Qualifying)
Total Duration
60 Minutes
Negative Marking
None
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A: Computer Basics (MCQs) | 20 | 20 |
| Part-B: Office Automation Hands-on (Word, Excel, PPT, Typing) | 5 | 80 |
| Total | 25 | 100 |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
Analyst Grade-II officers function as key scientific technical staff in the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB). They operate in Central and Zonal Environmental Laboratories (Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Kurnool, Tirupati). Daily duties involve laboratory analysis of ambient air, river water, industrial effluent discharges, and hazardous solid waste samples using advanced analytical instruments (HPLC, Gas Chromatography, Spectrophotometers, AAS). They ensure legal testing accuracy for regulatory action under the Water and Air Acts and participate in water quality monitoring networks.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Initial postings are in APPCB Central Laboratories or Regional Zonal Laboratories across major industrial hubs in Andhra Pradesh. Routine administrative rotations occur every 3 to 4 years across regional offices.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Analyst Grade-II is an executive Group-B scientific post with pay scale Rs. 48,440 - 1,37,220/-. Officers are promoted to Analyst Grade-I / Senior Analyst (equivalent to Assistant Environmental Scientist), followed by Senior Environmental Scientist and Chief Environmental Scientist / Board Analyst upon passing departmental examinations and maintaining strong technical records.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.
- Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree specifically in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Environmental Sciences; general degrees without these subjects will lead to rejection.
- First Class graduates are explicitly given preference in selection as per APPCB service regulations.
- Online application is strictly via psc.ap.gov.in using OTPR from 13/10/2026 to 02/11/2026 (up to 11:59 PM); late submissions or offline hard copies will not be accepted.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- General / Provisional18
Total Vacancies18
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Scale of Pay: Rs. 48,440 - 1,37,220/- per month in the A.P. Pollution Control Board.
Scale of Pay: Rs. 48,440 - 1,37,220/- as per Andhra Pradesh Revised Pay Scales.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Visit the official APPSC portal at psc.ap.gov.in.
- Complete One-Time Profile Registration (OTPR) or login using your registered OTPR User ID and credentials.
- Select the online application link for Brief Notification No. 21/2026 (Analyst Grade-II in A.P. Pollution Control Board).
- Verify demographic details, enter B.Sc. educational qualifications, and select examination center preferences.
- Pay the prescribed application and examination fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI gateway.
- Submit the completed online application between 13/10/2026 and 02/11/2026 (up to 11:59 PM) and download the acknowledgment slip for future reference.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Application processing fee and examination fee as prescribed by APPSC (payable online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI).
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Main Written Examination (CBRT - 2 Objective Papers)
OnlineMerit Scored
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT - Practical Qualifying)
Online / OfflineQualifying Only
Document Verification
OfflineQualifying Only
Selection is conducted through a single-level online Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) comprising 2 objective papers of 150 marks each (Total 300 marks): Paper-I General Studies & Mental Ability and Paper-II Common Technical Paper (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Environmental Science). A negative marking penalty of 1/3rd (0.33) of the marks applies for each wrong answer. Candidates shortlisted based on written exam merit will be called for the practical Computer Proficiency Test (CPT, 100 marks qualifying) followed by certificate verification.
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Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree (B.Sc.) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Environmental Sciences from a recognized university in India. First Class degree holders will be given preference.
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