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AP DSC Notification 2026 Out: The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh has released the AP DSC 2026 Notification on 14th October 2026 for School Assistants (SA), Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT), TGT, PGT, PET and Principal posts. The announcement regarding the recruitment is officially out @cse.ap.gov.in and apdsc.apcfss.in. Candidates who fulfill the criteria can fill the application process within the provided time. Check all details regarding age limit, educational qualifications and eligibility for AP DSC Recruitment 2026 in the article below.
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AP DSC Notification 2026 Out @cse.ap.gov.in
The Department of School Education has released the AP DSC 2026 notification cycle details. The recruitment is to select candidates who are eligible for 2,535 teacher vacancies across government schools in Andhra Pradesh. The AP DSC 2026 Recruitment exam will be in CBT mode in December 2026. The notification has details like the exam pattern, AP DSC syllabus, marking criteria and registration time. Candidates must submit the application forms and pay the fee prior to the deadline. The detailed notification will be available on the official website by 3rd November 2026. The direct link to download the short notification is provided below.
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cse.ap.gov.in AP DSC Recruitment 2026: Overview
The AP DSC Teacher Recruitment provides state level employment opportunities for teaching aspirants. Below is a summary of the AP DSC Notification 2026.
| Particulars | AP DSC Recruitment Details |
| Exam Name | AP DSC Examination 2026 (TRT 2026) |
| Conducting Body | Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh |
| Post Name | School Assistants (SA), SGT, TGT, PGT, PET and Principals |
| Category | Government Teaching Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Total Vacancies | 2,721 Posts |
| AP DSC Notification Date | 14th October 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | 3rd November 2026 |
| Registration Dates | October to November 2026 |
| AP DSC 2026 Exam Date | December 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (TRT 80%) + AP TET/CTET Weightage (20%) + Document Verification |
| Official Website | cse.ap.gov.in / apdsc.apcfss.in |
AP DSC Vacancy 2026
Under the 2026 recruitment drive the state government has released a total of 2,721 AP DSC vacancy posts. Candidates who score above the cutoff in the AP DSC Recruitment 2026 exam and meet the TET weightage criteria are appointed to various teaching positions across district cadres in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can check the table below for tentative district wise vacancies.
| S. No. | District | SA | SGT | SA (SE) | SGT (SE) | Total |
| 1 | Srikakulam | 16 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 36 |
| 2 | Vizianagaram | 0 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 18 |
| 3 | Parvathipuram Manyam | 6 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 15 |
| 4 | Alluri Sitharamaraju | 6 | 153 | 5 | 7 | 171 |
| 5 | Visakhapatnam | 20 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 34 |
| 6 | Anakapalli | 19 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 32 |
| 7 | Kakinada | 51 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 63 |
| 8 | Konaseema | 42 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 53 |
| 9 | East Godavari | 9 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 22 |
| 10 | West Godavari | 10 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 20 |
| 11 | Eluru | 7 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 22 |
| 12 | NTR | 19 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 32 |
| 13 | Krishna | 15 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 30 |
| 14 | Guntur | 24 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 34 |
| 15 | Palnadu | 14 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 28 |
| 16 | Bapatla | 17 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 27 |
| 17 | Prakasam | 96 | 170 | 11 | 14 | 291 |
| 18 | SPSR Nellore | 65 | 100 | 8 | 11 | 184 |
| 19 | Tirupati | 22 | 77 | 8 | 11 | 118 |
| 20 | Chittoor | 30 | 100 | 6 | 8 | 144 |
| 21 | Annamayya | 46 | 61 | 5 | 7 | 119 |
| 22 | YSR Kadapa | 48 | 158 | 9 | 12 | 227 |
| 23 | Kurnool | 176 | 213 | 7 | 8 | 404 |
| 24 | Nandyal | 40 | 117 | 6 | 8 | 171 |
| 25 | Anantapuramu | 66 | 26 | 7 | 9 | 108 |
| 26 | Sri Satya Sai | 42 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 58 |
| Total | – | 906 | 1,205 | 150 | 200 | 2,461 |
Note: The vacancies are tentative. The final district wise vacancies and roster details will be confirmed in the detailed notification.
Societies & Other Managements (Tentative Vacancies)
AP DSC 2026 Recruitment includes 260 tentative vacancies under societies and other managements. The posts include Principal, PGT, TGT, PD and PET. Candidates can check the category wise vacancy details in the following table.
| S. No. | Society / Management | Principal | PGT | TGT | PD | PET | Total |
| 1 | APSWREIS | 21 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 85 |
| 2 | APTWREIS | 0 | 6 | 27 | 1 | 2 | 36 |
| 3 | MJPAPBCWREIS | 3 | 10 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| 4 | APREIS | 4 | 20 | 32 | 1 | 11 | 68 |
| 5 | AP Model Schools | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| 6 | WDA, TG & SC Dept. | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 15 |
| Total | 30 | 81 | 113 | 2 | 34 | 260 | |
AP DSC Apply Online 2026
To participate in the AP DSC 2026 notification cycle candidates must complete the form online. The official AP DSC apply online portal stays open during the active registration period. The process involves personal and academic information, choosing district and post preferences, documents and the exam fee. Candidates are advised to submit the application early to prevent technical rush on the last date.
How to Apply for AP DSC Recruitment 2026?
The registration process for AP DSC Recruitment 2026 is completely digital. Follow the steps to complete the application form.
- Go to the official website @cse.ap.gov.in or apdsc.apcfss.in.
- Click on the link “AP DSC Recruitment 2026 – Online Application”.
- Click on “New Registration” and fill in the details like name, mobile number and email ID.
- Log in with the candidate ID and password.
- Complete personal, educational and exam center preference fields.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature and category certificates.
- Pay the fee with the online payment gateways.
- Preview the application form, submit it and download the confirmation slip for future use regarding AP DSC Recruitment 2026.
AP DSC Application Form Correction 2026
If modifications are needed after form submission the department opens an application correction window under the AP DSC 2026 Recruitment rules.
| Particulars | Details |
| Correction Window Dates | To be announced |
| Editable Fields | Selected personal details, photo/signature re-upload, exam center choice |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
AP DSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Applicants must pay the registration fee to validate the application under the AP DSC Notification 2026.
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Remarks |
| All Candidates (Per Post) | ₹750 | Non-refundable online payment |
What Documents Are Required For AP DSC 2026 Form?
Keep digital copies of the following documents formatted to the required file size before filling out the form for AP DSC 2026 Recruitment.
- Scanned passport size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Class 10/Matriculation Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth)
- Intermediate / Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s Degree mark sheets
- B.Ed / D.El.Ed / D.Ed Teacher Training Certificate
- AP TET / CTET Marks Memo
- Community / Category Certificate for SC/ST/BC/EWS
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo ID Proof like Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Government ID
- Active mobile number and email ID
AP DSC Eligibility 2026
The AP DSC eligibility conditions establish mandatory requirements regarding AP DSC educational qualifications and AP DSC age limit criteria.
AP DSC Educational Qualifications
Candidates must satisfy the AP DSC educational qualifications given as under.
| Category | Educational and Professional Qualifications Required |
| Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) | Intermediate (10+2) with 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed/D.Ed + Qualified in AP TET / CTET Paper I |
| School Assistant (SA) | Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject with 50% marks + B.Ed / B.El.Ed + Qualified in AP TET / CTET Paper II |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | Post Graduate Degree in relevant subject with 50% marks + B.Ed or equivalent |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | Graduate Degree in relevant subject with 50% marks + B.Ed + Qualified in AP TET / CTET Paper II |
AP DSC Age Limit
The AP DSC age limit criteria differs depending on reserved category relaxations.
| Category | AP DSC Age Limit |
| General / Unreserved | 18 to 44 Years |
| BC / SC / ST / EWS | Upper age limit extended up to 49 Years (5 Years Relaxation) |
| Physically Challenged (PwD) | Upper age limit extended up to 54 Years (10 Years Relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 Years relaxation |
AP DSC Exam Pattern 2026
The AP DSC 2026 Recruitment exam is conducted as an online Computer-Based Test (CBT).
| Post / Subject | Section-Wise Breakdown | Total Ques | Total Marks | Exam Duration |
| Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) | • GK and Current Affairs: 08 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 04 Marks • Educational Psychology: 08 Marks • Content and Methodology: 60 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| School Assistant Language (English) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • English Content: 40 Marks • English Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| School Assistant Language (Telugu) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| School Assistant Mathematics | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| School Assistant Social Studies | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper I (English Language Proficiency) | • English Language Skills and Proficiency | 200 | 100 Marks | 90 Mins (1.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper II (English) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper II (Telugu) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Mark • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper II (Hindi) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper II (Mathematics) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper II (Physical Science) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper II (Biological Science) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| TGT Paper II (Social Studies) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 05 Marks • Classroom Implications of Educational Psychology: 05 Marks • Content: 40 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
160 | 80 Marks | 150 Mins (2.5 Hours) |
| PGT Paper I (English Language Proficiency) | • English Language Skills and Proficiency | 200 | 100 Marks | 90 Mins (1.5 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Telugu) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Hindi) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Sanskrit) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Mathematics) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Botany) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Zoology) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Social Studies) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Economics) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| PGT Paper II (Commerce) | • GK and Current Affairs: 10 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 10 Marks • Educational Psychology: 10 Marks • Content: 50 Marks • Methodology: 20 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| Principal | • Educational Administration and Supervision: 100 Marks | 200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET / PD) | • GK and Current Affairs: 08 Marks • Perspectives in Education: 04 Marks • Educational Psychology: 08 Marks • Physical Education Content and Methodology: 80 Marks |
200 | 100 Marks | 180 Mins (3 Hours) |
Note: 20 Marks (20% weightage) are calculated from the candidate’s AP TET / CTET score to form the total score out of 100 Marks
AP DSC Syllabus 2026
The AP DSC syllabus evaluates general knowledge, educational perspectives, psychology and subject-specific expertise.
| Section | Topics Covered |
| Part I (GK and Current Affairs) | Latest State, National & International Events, History, Polity, Geography, Indian Economy |
| Part II (Perspectives in Education) | History of Education, Teacher Empowerment, Educational Acts & Rights (RTE 2009), NCF 2005 |
| Part III (Educational Psychology) | Child Development, Learning Processes, Individual Differences, Guidance and Counseling |
| Part IV (Content & Methodology) | State Board Curriculum Content (Classes 1 to 10/12 depending on post) and Pedagogical Methods |
AP DSC Selection Process 2026
The selection structure defined under AP DSC Teacher Recruitment consists of the following phases.
- Written Exam (TRT)- Computer Based Test carrying 80% weightage.
- TET Weightage Addition- 20% weightage calculated from AP TET or CTET score of the candidates.
- Merit List- Final merit list prepared depends on combined score / TRT + TET.
- Document Verification- Verification of educational certificates, TET scorecards & caste/category proofs.
AP DSC Salary 2026
Candidates who qualify in the AP DSC Recruitment 2026 are given attractive pay scales with various allowances, perks and benefits as per the Andhra Pradesh Revised Pay Scales (RPS). Refer to the post wise pay scale and salary details in the table given below.
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Basic Pay Range | Approximate In-Hand Gross Salary (Per Month) |
| Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) | ₹21,230 – ₹63,010 | ₹29,500 – ₹35,000 |
| School Assistant (SA) | ₹28,940 – ₹78,910 | ₹40,000 – ₹48,000 |
| Language Pandit (LP) | ₹21,230 – ₹63,010 | ₹29,500 – ₹35,000 |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | ₹21,230 – ₹63,010 | ₹29,500 – ₹35,000 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | ₹28,940 – ₹78,910 | ₹40,000 – ₹48,000 |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | ₹31,460 – ₹84,970 | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000 |
| Principal | ₹37,100 – ₹91,450 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
Note: In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates receive allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowance and Travel Allowance as per state government rules.
AP DSC Exam Centres 2026
The exam is conducted across major districts in Andhra Pradesh. Assigned exam centers are indicated on individual candidate admit cards as provided in the AP DSC Notification 2026. Key exam cities are.
- Anantapur
- Chittoor
- East Godavari
- Guntur
- Kadapa
- Krishna
- Kurnool
- Nellore
- Prakasam
- Srikakulam
- Visakhapatnam
- Vizianagaram
- West Godavari
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AP DSC Notification 2026 FAQs
Ques. Is the AP DSC Notification 2026 released?
Answer. Yes the short official AP DSC Notification 2026 has been released on 14th October 2026 @cse.ap.gov.in while the detailed notification will be released on 3rd November 2026.
Ques. What is the AP DSC age limit for general candidates?
Answer. The AP DSC age limit for general category is 18 to 44 years with relaxations up to 49 years for SC/ST/BC and 54 years for PwD.
Ques. What are the AP DSC educational qualifications required to apply?
Answer. Candidates must have qualifications for D.El.Ed / B.Ed with a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree & a pass in AP TET / CTET.
Ques. Where can candidates fill the AP DSC apply online form?
Answer. They can fill the form @cse.ap.gov.in or apdsc.apcfss.in during the active application window provided in the AP DSC Notification 2026.
Ques. What is the total AP DSC vacancy count for 2026?
Answer. A total of 2721 teacher vacancies are announced under the AP DSC Recruitment 2026.