APCOB Recruitment 2026: Apply Online Extended for 339 Staff Assistant & Assistant Manager Posts

The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd. (APCOB), along with participating District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs), has officially announced an extension of the last date for the ongoing recruitment drive. The recruitment process aims to fill 339 vacancies (comprising Staff Assistants and Assistant Managers – Scale-I) across multiple DCCBs in Andhra Pradesh, including Chittoor, Kadapa, Nellore, Prakasam, Visakhapatnam, and Vizianagaram.

As per the official extension notice, the new deadline to submit online applications has been extended up to 15th August 2026.

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Conducting Body	Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd. (APCOB) & Participating DCCBs
Participating DCCBs	Chittoor, Kadapa, Nellore, Prakasam, Visakhapatnam, and Vizianagaram
Post Names	Staff Assistant & Assistant Manager (Scale-I)
Total Vacancies	339 Posts (Staff Assistant: ~295, Assistant Manager: ~44)
Job Location	Andhra Pradesh
Application Mode	Online Only
Original Closing Date	7th August 2026
Extended Last Date to Apply	15th August 2026
Official Website Portal	www.apcob.bank.in

Important Schedule & Extended Dates Matrix

Event	Dates
Notification Release Date	24th July 2026
Online Registration Start Date	24th July 2026
Extended Last Date for Online Registration	15th August 2026
Last Date for Application Fee Payment	15th August 2026
Tentative Date of Online Examination	August / September 2026

Post-Wise Vacancy Breakup

The vacancies are distributed among the participating District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs) for two major cadre roles:

1. Staff Assistant: ~295 Posts (Clerical cadre positions distributed across regional DCCBs with openings for Open Market and PACS categories).
2. Assistant Manager (Scale-I): ~44 Posts (Junior management supervisory banking roles across participating DCCBs).

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications (As on Notification Date)

• Assistant Manager (Scale-I): Graduation in any discipline with 60% and above marks, OR Commerce Graduation with 55% and above marks, OR a Post Graduate degree from a recognized university. Proficiency in English, working knowledge of computers, and reading/writing fluency in Telugu are compulsory.
• Staff Assistant: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Essential requirements include computer proficiency and fluency in the local language (Telugu).

2. Age Limit (As on 1st June 2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years (Candidates must have been born between appropriate span limits matching general regulations).
• Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are relaxed for reserved categories (SC/ST/BC/EWS) and in-service PACS/Cooperative bank employees as per Andhra Pradesh state government guidelines (up to 35–38/50 years max based on specific sub-clauses).

Salary Structure & Pay Scale

• Assistant Manager (Scale-I): Pay scale structured in the band of ₹48,480 to ₹85,920/- (Total gross emoluments approximate around ₹62,571+ per month inclusive of allowances).
• Staff Assistant: Pay scale structured in the band of ₹24,050 to ₹64,480/- (Total gross emoluments approximate around ₹47,000 per month inclusive of allowances).

Selection Process

The recruitment process is conducted via IBPS, Mumbai, and features a simplified two-tier selection methodology without interview requirements:

1. Online Written Examination: An objective computer-based test covering English Language, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude / Financial Awareness.
2. Document Verification: Verification of original academic certificates, local district candidacy proofs, and caste/category documents.
3. Medical Fitness Test: Final health clearance before final job offer issuance.

Application Fee & Charges

• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹590/- (inclusive of intimation charges)
• OC / BC / EWS Candidates: ₹826/- (inclusive of application fee and GST)
• Payment Mode: Online digital payment gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).

How to Apply Online (Extended Window)

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official APCOB website at www.apcob.bank.in or navigate directly to the respective DCCB recruitment portal links.
2. Access Registration Link: Click on the notification banner titled “Common Recruitment of DCCBs for Staff Assistant & Assistant Manager Posts”.
3. New Registration: Register with a valid personal email ID and mobile number to obtain login registration credentials.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in, select the desired DCCB and post, and carefully fill in personal, educational, and local district candidate credentials.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload digital copies of your passport-size photo, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per prescribed file dimensions.
6. Fee Payment: Complete the fee transaction securely through the online gateway before 15th August 2026.
7. Final Submission: Submit the form and download/print a copy of the final confirmation receipt.

🔗 Application Portal Link

📄 Download APCOB Recruitment Extension Notice PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Has the last date to apply for APCOB Recruitment 2026 been extended?

A: Yes, APCOB has officially extended the last date to submit online applications until 15th August 2026.

Q2: How many total vacancies are advertised?

A: A total of 339 vacancies have been notified for Staff Assistants and Assistant Managers across participating DCCBs in Andhra Pradesh.

Q3: Is there an interview round in the selection process?

A: No, there is no interview round for these posts; selection is based strictly on the Online Written Examination and Document Verification.

Q4: What is the application fee for General / BC / EWS applicants?

A: The application fee is ₹826/- for OC, BC, and EWS candidates, and ₹590/- for SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.