Thumbnail: Viksit Haryana | AP DSC Teacher Recruitment 2026, 2,721 posts, last date 30 November 2026
Andhra Pradesh has opened the door to 2,721 government teaching jobs. The School Education Department has started online applications under the Andhra Pradesh Teacher Recruitment Test (APTRT/DSC-2026), and the window closes on 30 November 2026. The computer-based test will be held from 20 December 2026 to 13 January 2027.
The drive covers 906 School Assistant and 1,205 Secondary Grade Teacher posts in regular government schools, along with 350 special education posts and 260 posts in residential school societies — including Principals, Post Graduate Teachers, Trained Graduate Teachers and Physical Education Teachers. The application fee is Rs 1,000 per post, payable only through the official portal tet2dsc.apcfss.in.
AP DSC Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Recruitment | AP DSC Recruitment 2026 / APTRT-2026 |
| Conducting authority | School Education Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Total posts | 2,721 |
| Applications open | 11 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 November 2026 |
| Application fee | Rs 1,000 per post |
| Age limit | 18–44 years (as on 1 July 2026) |
| Exam (CBT) | 20 December 2026 – 13 January 2027 |
| Hall ticket | 14 December 2026 |
| Official portal | tet2dsc.apcfss.in |
Who Benefits from This Recruitment?
This is a major opening for teaching graduates who want a government school job in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates with a B.Ed or D.El.Ed and a valid AP TET or CTET score can apply for School Assistant and Secondary Grade Teacher posts. The 350 special education posts are for candidates holding an RCI-recognised special education qualification, while the society posts — Principals, PGTs and TGTs in APSWREIS, APTWREIS, MJPAPBCWREIS, APREIS and AP Model Schools — also open doors for experienced teachers, several of whom do not need a TET score at all.
How the 2,721 Posts Break Down
The department issued three separate notifications — 2,111 regular school posts, 350 special education posts and 260 society posts.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| School Assistant (Regular) | 906 |
| Secondary Grade Teacher (Regular) | 1,205 |
| School Assistant (Special Education) | 150 |
| Secondary Grade Teacher (Special Education) | 200 |
| Principal (Societies) | 30 |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | 81 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | 113 |
| Physical Director (PD) | 2 |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | 34 |
| Total | 2,721 |
District-wise, Kurnool leads with 404 posts, followed by Prakasam (291) and YSR Kadapa (227). The district-wise split for the 260 society posts has not been published.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Brief notification | 13 October 2026 |
| Detailed notifications (3) | 5 November 2026 |
| Online applications open | 11 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 30 November 2026 |
| Online mock test | 5 December 2026 |
| Hall ticket download | 14 December 2026 |
| Examination (CBT) | 20 December 2026 – 13 January 2027 |
Eligibility: What Each Post Needs
Qualifications are post-specific and set out in the official Information Bulletin. The broad pattern is:
| Post | Educational qualification | TET required? |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) | Intermediate + D.Ed./D.El.Ed. or equivalent teacher training | Yes (APTET/CTET) |
| School Assistant | Graduation/Post Graduation in the subject + B.Ed. | Yes (APTET/CTET) |
| School Assistant – Physical Education | Graduation + B.P.Ed. or M.P.Ed. | No |
| SA/SGT – Special Education | RCI-recognised special education qualification | Yes (APTET Paper IB/IIB) |
| Principal | Post Graduation + B.Ed. + prescribed experience | No |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | Post Graduation in the subject + B.Ed. | No |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | Graduation/Post Graduation + B.Ed. | Yes (APTET/CTET) |
| Physical Director / PET | Degree + B.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. (PET: Intermediate + U.G.D.P.Ed. also accepted) | No |
Check the exact qualification for your post in the official Information Bulletin before paying the fee — a wrong qualification can lead to rejection.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026. The ordinary limit is 18 to 44 years.
| Category | Age limit |
|---|---|
| General / OC | 18–44 years |
| SC, ST, BC and EWS | 18–49 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 18–54 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Relaxation as per the notification |
Application Fee
The fee is Rs 1,000 for each post applied for. Candidates applying for more than one post must pay separately for each. The fee is payable online only, and the payment window also closes on 30 November 2026.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection is through the computer-based APTRT-2026. For regular SA, SGT and TGT posts, the final merit is based on TRT (80%) + TET (20%). For Principal, PGT, PD and PET posts, selection is on TRT (100%). Principal and non-language PGT/TGT candidates must also clear an English Language Proficiency screening test.
| Post | Questions | Marks | Duration | TET weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Assistant / SGT / TGT | 160 | 80 | 2 hours 30 minutes | 20 |
| PGT / Principal / PD / PET | 200 | 100 | 3 hours | — |
Each correct answer carries 2 marks. Minimum qualifying marks are OC/EWS 40%, BC 35% and SC/ST/PwBD 30% — these are qualifying thresholds, not selection cut-offs.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official portal tet2dsc.apcfss.in.
- Read the detailed notification and Information Bulletin for your post.
- Check your qualification, age, TET status and district/management eligibility.
- Register and fill in personal, educational and APTET/CTET details.
- Upload documents in the prescribed format.
- Review the details and pay Rs 1,000 per post online.
- Submit by 30 November 2026 and keep the confirmation for your records.
Important Links
| Apply Online | tet2dsc.apcfss.in |
| All three notifications & Information Bulletins | Available on the official portal |
| School Education Department, Andhra Pradesh | cse.ap.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How many posts are there in AP DSC 2026?
A: There are 2,721 posts — 2,111 in regular schools, 350 in special education and 260 in societies and other managements.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for AP DSC 2026?
A: The last date for online application and fee payment is 30 November 2026.
Q3: What is the application fee?
A: Rs 1,000 per post. Candidates applying for more than one post must pay separately for each.
Q4: When will the AP DSC 2026 exam be held?
A: The computer-based test (APTRT-2026) will be held from 20 December 2026 to 13 January 2027. Hall tickets will be available from 14 December 2026.
Q5: Is TET compulsory for AP DSC 2026?
A: Yes for SA, SGT and TGT posts (APTET/CTET), with 20% weightage in the final merit. TET is not required for Principal, PGT, PD and PET posts.
Q6: What is the age limit for AP DSC 2026?
A: 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026 for general candidates, extending to 49 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS and 54 years for PwBD candidates.
Next Action: Apply online at tet2dsc.apcfss.in before 30 November 2026, and read the official notification for your post before paying the fee.
Note: No salary or pay-scale figure is printed in the notification summaries read for this article, so none is claimed here. Pay will be as per Andhra Pradesh government teacher pay scales — check the official notification for exact details. Sources: FreeJobAlert, Testbook, Jagran Josh, CareerIndia — based on official Notifications No. 01/02/03/DSC-TRC-1/2026 dated 5 November 2026.
