APCOB Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 338 Staff Assistant & Assistant Manager Posts – Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Salary & Selection Process
The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (APCOB), along with the Andhra Pradesh District Cooperative Central Banks (AP DCCBs), has released the much-awaited recruitment notification for 338 vacancies of Staff Assistant (Clerk) and Assistant Manager (Scale-I). This is an excellent opportunity for graduates and postgraduates from Andhra Pradesh seeking a stable, permanent job in the cooperative banking sector. Online applications began on 24 July 2026 and will close on 7 August 2026.
Below is a complete, easy-to-understand breakdown of the notification — vacancies, eligibility, age limit, qualification, application fee, selection process, salary, and FAQs.
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📋 APCOB Recruitment 2026 Overview / Summary Table
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (APCOB) & AP District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs) |
| Post Names | Staff Assistant (Clerk) & Assistant Manager (Scale-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 338 (295 Staff Assistant + 43 Assistant Manager) |
| Participating Districts | Chittoor, Kadapa, Nellore, Prakasam, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Tentative Exam Date | August / September 2026 |
| Official Website | apcob.bank.in |
🏦 APCOB Vacancy Details 2026 (Post-wise & District-wise)
| Post Name | Approx. Vacancies |
| Staff Assistant (Clerk) | 295 |
| Assistant Manager (Scale-I) | 43 |
| Total | 338 |
Vacancies are announced across six District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs):
- Chittoor DCCB
- Kadapa DCCB
- Nellore DCCB
- Prakasam DCCB
- Visakhapatnam DCCB
- Vizianagaram DCCB
Important: Vacancies are distributed under both Open Market and PACS (Primary Agriculture Co-operative Societies) quotas. A fixed number of posts in each district (except Vizianagaram) are reserved exclusively for in-service employees of PACS affiliated to that DCCB, subject to eligibility. Category-wise (OC/BC/SC/ST/EWS) and PwBD/Ex-Servicemen break-up varies slightly by district — please refer to your district's official notification PDF for the exact numbers.
🎂 Eligibility: Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01.06.2026) |
| Open Market (Assistant Manager & Staff Assistant) | Minimum 20 years – Maximum 30 years |
| In-service PACS candidates (Staff Assistant) | Relaxed up to 45 years (OC), further relaxed for reserved categories, subject to overall cap of 50 years |
Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/BC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) applies on a cumulative basis as per Government of Andhra Pradesh rules. Always confirm exact relaxation figures from your district's notification PDF.
🎓 Eligibility: Educational Qualification
- Staff Assistant (Open Market): Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) from a recognized university, along with working knowledge of English, Telugu, and basic computer operations.
- Assistant Manager (Scale-I): First Class/High Second Class Graduation (minimum 55% for Commerce graduates, or 60% for other graduates), OR a Postgraduate degree from a recognized university.
- Staff Assistant (In-service PACS quota): Intermediate plus JDC/HDC/DCRS, OR Graduation from a recognized university, along with a minimum of 10 years of service in the concerned PACS.
Local Candidate Criterion: Since each DCCB's area of operations is limited to its respective (erstwhile) district, only candidates local to that district — based on educational study or residence for the prescribed period — are eligible to apply for posts under that particular DCCB.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹590/- |
| OC / BC / EWS | ₹826/- |
The fee must be paid online at the time of form submission via Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet. The fee is non-refundable, and applicable bank transaction charges must be borne by the candidate. Fee amounts may show minor variation across individual DCCB notifications — please verify with your district's PDF before payment.
📝 Selection Process
Selection for both posts is based on the following stages:
- Online Written Examination (objective, multiple-choice)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Examination
Note: There is no personal interview in this recruitment process. The final merit list is prepared purely on marks scored in the online written examination, subject to reservation rules and eligibility conditions.
Exam Pattern
| Post | Total Questions/Marks | Duration |
| Staff Assistant | 200 | 120 Minutes (composite) |
| Assistant Manager (Scale-I) | 200 | 150 Minutes (2 hrs 30 mins) |
Exam Syllabus (Sections)
- Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- General Awareness (with focus on banking & current affairs)
- Computer Knowledge
Negative Marking: 0.25 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
💵 Salary & Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale (₹) | Approx. Starting Monthly Emoluments |
| Staff Assistant | 24,050 – 64,480 | ~₹47,000 (incl. DA & HRA) |
| Assistant Manager (Scale-I) | Up to 80,560 | ~₹62,571 (incl. DA & HRA) |
In addition to Basic Pay, selected candidates will receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other perquisites/allowances as per bank rules.
🌐 How to Apply for APCOB Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: apcob.bank.in or the respective District Cooperative Central Bank's website.
- Click on the 'Career' / 'Recruitment' tab and open the "Apply Online" link for the relevant post and district.
- Register using your name, valid email ID, and mobile number to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Log in with the provisional registration number and password.
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm), signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per the specified format.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Verify all entered details before final submission — no changes will be allowed afterward.
- Submit the form and download/print a copy of the application for future reference.
Important Links
| Notifications/Applications | Documents | Apply Online | |
| ‘Staff Assistant’ in The District Co-Operative Central Bank Ltd., Vizianagaram | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
| ‘Staff Assistant’ in The District Co-Operative Central Bank Ltd., Visakhapatnam | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
| ‘Staff Assistant’ in The Prakasam District Cooperative Central Bank Ltd. | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
| ‘Assistant Manager’ in The Prakasam District Cooperative Central Bank Ltd., | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
| ‘Staff Assistant’ in The Nellore District Co-Operative Central Bank Ltd | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
| ‘Staff Assistant’ in The Kadapa District Cooperative Central Bank Ltd | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
| ‘Assistant Manager’ in The Kadapa District Cooperative Central Bank Ltd | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
| ‘Staff Assistant’ in The Chittoor District Co-Operative Central Bank Ltd | Download Notification | Apply Link | |
📌 Other Important Points
- Local/District Eligibility: Since each DCCB operates within its own district, only candidates who are local/domiciled to that district (through education or residence) are eligible to apply for posts under that particular DCCB.
- PACS Quota: A fixed number of posts in each district (except Vizianagaram) are reserved exclusively for in-service employees of Primary Agriculture Co-operative Societies (PACS) affiliated with that DCCB, subject to eligibility norms.
- No Interview: Final selection is based solely on the online written examination, followed by document verification and medical fitness — there is no personal interview stage.
- Independent Recruitment: Each DCCB conducts recruitment independently for its own district, so candidates should download and read the specific notification PDF applicable to the district they intend to apply for.
- Candidates are advised to keep scanned copies of photograph, signature, thumb impression and category/education certificates ready before starting the online form.
- Since minor variations in fee, age limit, and vacancy numbers exist between different DCCB notifications, always cross-verify with the official PDF before applying or making payment.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in APCOB Recruitment 2026?
A total of 338 vacancies — 295 for Staff Assistant and 43 for Assistant Manager (Scale-I) — across six District Cooperative Central Banks in Andhra Pradesh.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The online application closes on 7 August 2026 (started 24 July 2026).
Q3. What is the application fee?
₹590/- for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates and ₹826/- for OC/BC/EWS candidates.
Q4. Is there an interview in this recruitment process?
No. Selection is based only on the online written examination, followed by document verification and a medical fitness test.
Q5. What is the age limit for APCOB Recruitment 2026?
Open Market candidates must be between 20 and 30 years as on 1 June 2026. In-service PACS candidates applying for Staff Assistant get relaxation up to 45 years (OC), further relaxed for reserved categories, subject to an overall cap of 50 years.
Q6. Can candidates from any district in Andhra Pradesh apply for any DCCB post?
No. Since each DCCB's recruitment is limited to its own district, only candidates local/domiciled to that district are eligible for posts under that particular DCCB.
Q7. What is the exam pattern for APCOB Recruitment 2026?
200 objective-type questions covering Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge, with 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer. Duration is 120 minutes for Staff Assistant and 150 minutes for Assistant Manager.
Q8. What is the approximate starting salary?
Staff Assistant starting emoluments are approximately ₹47,000/month, while Assistant Manager starting emoluments are approximately ₹62,571/month, inclusive of DA and HRA.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information regarding the APCOB/AP DCCB Recruitment 2026 notification as of late July 2026. Exact fee amounts, age cut-off relaxations, and district-wise vacancy break-up may vary slightly across the six DCCBs. Candidates must verify all details from the official notification PDF applicable to their district on apcob.bank.in before applying or making any payment.
