The Andhra Pradesh State Co-operative Bank (APCOB) has declared the APCOB Recruitment 2026, offering 338 positions for Assistant Manager and Staff Assistant/Clerk roles in several District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs) throughout Andhra Pradesh. Qualified Candidates may submit their applications online via the official website, with the application period remaining open until 7 August 2026.

Candidates are advised to verify that they fulfill the specified educational qualifications and other eligibility criteria prior to submitting their applications.

APCOB Notification 2026 - Full Summary

APCOB 2026 Important Dates

APCOB Notification 2026 PDF Download Link

Candidates can download the APCOB notification PDF district-wise from the link given here. Kindly view the PDF to know all the key details of the recruitment.

Who Can Apply for APCOB 2026? - Check Eligibility Criteria

Before proceeding with the application form, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility qualifications such as age limit, Qualification, Language Requirements, etc. The eligibility criteria are listed below.

Age Limit (As of June 1, 2026)

•  20 to 30 Yrs old

Educational Qualification

• For Staff Assistant: A Graduation Degree in any discipline from a university recognized by the UGC.
• For Assistant Manager: You must meet any one of the following:
• First Class Graduation with an aggregate of 60% or higher in any stream.
• High Second Class Commerce Graduation with an aggregate of 55% or higher.
• Postgraduate Degree in any stream.

Local Domicile Requirement

• Andhra Pradesh Residency: You must be a local candidate of Andhra Pradesh.

Language & Computer Skills

• Telugu Proficiency: You must be able to read, write, and speak Telugu fluently. This is verified via your 10th-grade certificate or during document verification.
• Technical Skills: Basic, operational knowledge of computers is required.

Age Relaxation

Steps to Fill the Online APCOB Application Form 2026 

Step 1: Online Registration

• Go to the official APCOB Careers Portal.
• Select the district-level DCCB notification you qualify for and click "Apply Online".
• On the IBPS portal landing screen, click on "Click here for New Registration".
• Enter your full name, mobile number, and active email address.
• Note down the generated Provisional Registration Number and Password sent via SMS and email.

Step 2: Fill Personal & Academic Details

• Log in with your credentials and use the "Save & Next" function to safely fill out the form in sections.
• Provide personal background data, including your category, date of birth, and complete postal address.
• Fill in your education matrix, detailing your undergraduate or postgraduate aggregate marks.
• Input your Local Candidate Domicile details, declaring the specific region of Andhra Pradesh you belong to. 

Step 3: Scan and Upload Documents

• Upload your scanned biological and text validations according to standard IBPS size and format constraints:
• Photograph & Signature: Clear, color passport photo and your signature signed with black ink.
• Left Thumb Impression: Scanned image using blue or black ink on white paper.
• Handwritten Declaration: Write the official text block on clean white paper using black ink, scan it, and upload it. 

Step 4: Preview and Online Fee Payment

• Click the "Preview" tab to verify that every field matches your SSC and graduation certificates. No modifications are allowed after final submission.
• Click "Final Submit" and navigate to the payment engine.
• Pay your non-refundable application fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
• Download and save your Application Form PDF and E-Receipt for verification purposes.

APCOB Apply Online 2026 Link

APCOB Exam Pattern and Selection Process

The selection process for both Staff Assistant and Assistant Manager positions consists of a single-stage Online Written Examination followed by Document Verification. There is no interview for either role.

Online Written Examination

• The online test is objective, features 200 total marks, and has a duration of 120 minutes.
• The structure and sectional details are identical for both positions:

Key Exam Rules

• Negative Marking: Every incorrect answer results in a penalty of 0.25 marks (1/4th of the marks assigned to that question).
• Sectional Timing: You must complete each section within its strict 20-minute window; you cannot skip between sections arbitrarily.
• Cut-off Marks: Candidates must score above the minimum qualifying marks in both individual sections and the overall aggregate to be shortlisted.

2. Document Verification & Language Proficiency

Candidates who clear the written exam merit list will be called for document verification at APCOB. During this stage, officials will verify your Andhra Pradesh local domicile status and test your functional ability to read, write, and speak Telugu fluently.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the application fee online while submitting the application form.

FAQs

Q. How many vacancies are announced under APCOB Recruitment 2026?

APCOB Recruitment 2026 has announced 338 vacancies for the posts of Assistant Manager and Staff Assistant/Clerk across various District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs) in Andhra Pradesh.

Q. What is the last date to apply for APCOB Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application form and pay the application fee is 7 August 2026.

Q. Who is eligible to apply for APCOB Recruitment 2026?

Candidates who are residents of Andhra Pradesh, meet the prescribed age limit, educational qualifications, Telugu language proficiency, and computer knowledge requirements are eligible to apply.

Q. What is the age limit for APCOB Recruitment 2026?

Applicants must be 20 to 30 years old as of 1 June 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per the official notification.