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AP DSC Teacher Recruitment 2026 – 2535 Posts (SGT, School Assistant, PGT) | Notification October 2026

Directorate of School Education, Andhra Pradesh — School Education Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh
📋 2,535 Vacancies 💰 As per AP State Pay Matrix (7th CPC aligned) 📍 Andhra Pradesh 👁️ 15 views
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📋 Vacancy & Pay Details

Total Vacancies 2,535
Category-wise Vacancies
PostStarting PayQualificationTET RequiredVacancies
Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT)₹21,230/monthIntermediate + D.El.EdAP TET Paper-I~800–1,000
School Assistant (SA)₹28,940/monthDegree in Subject + B.EdAP TET Paper-II~700–900
Language Pandit (LP)₹28,940/monthDegree (Language) + LP Training/B.EdAP TET Paper-II~200–400
Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)₹31,460/monthMaster's Degree + B.EdAP TET Paper-II / CTET~200–300
Physical Education Teacher (PET)₹21,230/monthB.P.Ed.Not required~50–100
Total (Tentative)2,535

* Subject-wise and post-wise final vacancy numbers will be published in the official notification on October 15, 2026 at apdsc.apcfss.in. Figures above are estimates based on the AP Job Calendar 2026 (total: 2,535 posts) and patterns from the 2025 Mega DSC cycle.
Pay Scale As per AP State Pay Matrix (7th CPC aligned)
Pay Grade / Level SGT/PET: ₹21,230 – ₹63,010/month | School Assistant/LP: ₹28,940 – ₹78,910/month | PGT: ₹31,460 – ₹84
Location Andhra Pradesh
Department Directorate of School Education, Andhra Pradesh
Ministry School Education Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Qualification requirements vary by post:

  • Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT):
    • Passed Intermediate (Class 10+2) or equivalent
    • 2-year D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education) or equivalent NCTE-recognised qualification
    • AP TET Paper-I qualified (mandatory)
  • School Assistant (SA) / TGT:
    • Bachelor's Degree with the relevant subject as main/optional
    • B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised institution
    • AP TET Paper-II qualified (mandatory)
  • Language Pandit (LP):
    • Bachelor's/PG Degree with the relevant language (Telugu/Hindi/Urdu) as main subject
    • Language Pandit Training Certificate or B.Ed. with language methodology
    • AP TET Paper-II qualified (mandatory)
  • Post Graduate Teacher (PGT):
    • Master's Degree from a UGC-recognised university with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD)
    • B.Ed. or B.Ed. Special Education from NCTE/RCI-recognised institution
    • AP TET Paper-II or CTET qualified (mandatory)
  • Physical Education Teacher (PET):
    • B.P.Ed. (Bachelor of Physical Education) from a recognised institution
    • TET not required for PET posts
Age Limit 18 – 44 years
Age Relaxation
  • All categories — Maximum Age: General/OC: 44 years | SC/ST/BC: 49 years (+5 years) | PwBD: 54 years (+10 years) | Ex-Servicemen: As per AP Govt. rules
  • Minimum Age: 18 years for all posts

Exact age cutoff date will be specified in the official notification on October 15, 2026. Age limits above are based on the 2025 Mega DSC pattern.
Nationality Indian

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC ₹500
SC / ST / PH ₹250
Payment Mode Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI). Fee details will be confirmed in the official October 2026 notification. SC/ST/PwBD fee is ₹250

🏆 Selection Process

AP DSC 2026 selection process:

  1. Stage 1 – Written Examination: Objective MCQ-based test. For SGT, School Assistant (SA), and Language Pandit posts: 80 marks written test. For PGT and PET posts: 100 marks written test. The test covers General Knowledge/Current Affairs and Subject-specific content relevant to the post applied for.
  2. TET Weightage (for eligible posts): AP TET score carries 20% weightage for SGT and SA/LP posts. TET score is converted and added to the written test marks to arrive at the final merit score. PGT and PET posts: written test marks only (no TET weightage).
  3. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted from the merit list appear for document verification of all original certificates.
  4. Medical Examination: Final appointees undergo a medical fitness examination before joining.

📝 How to Apply

Apply online at apdsc.apcfss.in after the official notification releases on October 15, 2026. Applications will open on or around the same date.

  1. Check Official Notification: On October 15, 2026, visit apdsc.apcfss.in or cse.ap.gov.in to download the official AP DSC 2026 notification PDF.
  2. Register Online: Create your account on the AP DSC application portal. Provide personal details, educational qualification, AP TET/CTET registration number, and contact information.
  3. Fill the Application Form: Enter post preference (SGT/SA/LP/PGT/PET), subject, medium of instruction preference, and district preference.
  4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, degree certificates, B.Ed. certificate, AP TET score card, and other required documents.
  5. Pay the Application Fee: ₹500 for General/OC candidates; ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Pay online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
  6. Submit and Download: Review the form, submit, and download the confirmation PDF for your records.

📁 Required Documents

  • Intermediate (10+2) Certificate and Mark Sheet (for SGT applicants)
  • Bachelor's / Master's Degree Certificate and all Mark Sheets
  • D.El.Ed. Certificate and Mark Sheets (for SGT)
  • B.Ed. Certificate and Mark Sheets (for SA/LP/PGT)
  • B.P.Ed. Certificate (for PET)
  • Language Pandit Training Certificate (for LP, if applicable)
  • AP TET Score Card / Certificate (Paper-I for SGT; Paper-II for SA/LP/PGT)
  • CTET Score Card (for PGT, if using CTET in lieu of AP TET)
  • 10th Class Certificate (date of birth proof)
  • Caste/Community Certificate — BC/SC/ST in AP Government format (if applicable)
  • PwBD Certificate from authorised medical board (if applicable)
  • Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
  • Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID

📊 Exam Pattern

AP DSC 2026 written exam pattern (based on the 2025 Mega DSC pattern):

PostPart IPart IITotal MarksTET WeightageDuration
SGT (Secondary Grade Teacher)General Knowledge (40 marks)Child Development & Pedagogy + Content Knowledge (40 marks)8020% of AP TET Paper-I score180 min
School Assistant (SA) / Language PanditGeneral Knowledge (40 marks)Subject-specific Content + Methodology (40 marks)8020% of AP TET Paper-II score180 min
PGT (Post Graduate Teacher)General Knowledge (50 marks)Subject-specific Content at PG level (50 marks)100No TET weightage180 min
PET (Physical Education Teacher)General Knowledge (50 marks)Physical Education Theory (50 marks)100No TET weightage180 min

All questions are MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions). Final merit for SGT/SA/LP = Written Test (80 marks) + TET Weightage (20 marks equivalent) = 100-point scale. Final merit for PGT/PET = Written Test (100 marks). Official exam pattern will be confirmed in the October 2026 notification.

🔗 Important Links

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Official Website 🌐 https://apdsc.apcfss.in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

AP DSC 2026 (District Selection Committee) is a teacher recruitment by the Andhra Pradesh School Education Department for 2,535 posts including Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT), School Assistant (SA), Language Pandit (LP), Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), and Physical Education Teacher (PET) in AP Government schools. The official notification is expected on October 15, 2026.

The AP DSC 2026 official notification is expected on October 15, 2026 at apdsc.apcfss.in and cse.ap.gov.in, as per the AP State Government Job Calendar 2026. Applications will open on or around the same date.

For Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT): Passed Intermediate (10+2), completed 2-year D.El.Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education) from an NCTE-recognised institution, and AP TET Paper-I qualified. All three conditions must be met.

Yes, AP TET is mandatory for most AP DSC posts. AP TET Paper-I is required for SGT posts, and AP TET Paper-II is required for School Assistant, Language Pandit, and PGT posts. Additionally, AP TET score carries 20% weightage in the final merit for SGT and SA/LP posts. PET (Physical Education Teacher) posts do not require TET.

SGT and PET: ₹21,230 – ₹63,010/month basic pay. School Assistant (SA) and Language Pandit (LP): ₹28,940 – ₹78,910/month. Post Graduate Teacher (PGT): ₹31,460 – ₹84,970/month. DA (42% of basic), HRA (12% of basic), and other allowances are paid additionally.

Minimum 18 years; Maximum 44 years (General/OC). Age relaxation: SC/ST/BC up to 49 years (+5 years); PwBD up to 54 years (+10 years); Ex-Servicemen as per AP Government rules. Exact age cutoff date will be in the October 2026 notification.

₹500 for General/OC candidates; ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Fee payment will be online. Exact fee structure will be confirmed in the official October 2026 notification (based on the 2025 Mega DSC pattern).

Two main stages: (1) Written Examination — MCQ-based (80 marks for SGT/SA/LP; 100 marks for PGT/PET); (2) TET Weightage — AP TET score carries 20% weightage for SGT and SA/LP posts (not applicable for PGT/PET). Final merit list is prepared combining written test marks and TET weightage, followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.

School Assistant (SA) written exam has 80 MCQ questions (80 marks, 180 minutes). Part I covers General Knowledge (40 marks), Part II covers Subject-specific content and teaching methodology (40 marks). Additionally, 20% of the candidate's AP TET Paper-II score is added as weightage. Final merit = Written Test + TET Weightage (scaled to 100).

Applications for AP DSC 2026 will be accepted online at apdsc.apcfss.in once the official notification releases on October 15, 2026. The DSC application portal (and possibly tet2dsc.apcfss.in) will be activated at that time. Candidates should keep their AP TET registration details ready before applying.

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