AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026
The Government of Andhra Pradesh, School Education Department, has released the detailed AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026 Notification for the recruitment of teaching and physical education staff in various residential education Society, AP Model Schools and the Welfare of Differently Abled, Transgender & Senior Citizens Department.
Through APTRT–2026 (DSC-2026), the department has announced 260 vacancies for Principals, Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs), Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs), Physical Directors (PDs) and Physical Education Teachers (PETs).
The recruitment covers APSWREIS, APTWREIS (Gurukulam), MJPAPBCWREIS, APREIS, AP Model Schools and the Welfare of Differently Abled, Transgender & Senior Citizens Department.
According to Notification No.03/DSC-TRC-1/2026, dated 5 November 2026, eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 11 November to 30 November 2026. The application fee is ₹1,000 per post. The Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to commence on 20 December 2026.
Candidates interested in AP DSC Society Jobs 2026 can check the management-wise vacancies, age limit, qualifications, application fee, examination pattern, TET requirements and important dates below.
AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026 |
| Examination | Andhra Pradesh Teacher Recruitment Test (APTRT-2026) |
| Notification Number | No.03/DSC-TRC-1/2026 |
| Notification Date | 5 November 2026 |
| Conducting Department | School Education Department, Andhra Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies | 260 |
| Posts | Principal, PGT, TGT, PD and PET |
| Participating Organisations | APSWREIS, APTWREIS, MJPAPBCWREIS, APREIS, AP Model Schools and WDA Department |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 per post |
| Examination Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Exam Dates | From 20 December 2026 |
| Official Website | tet2dsc.apcfss.in |
AP DSC Society Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 260 vacancies have been announced under six managements. The post-wise distribution is given below.
Management-wise Vacancy Distribution
| S.No. | Society / Department | Principal | PGT | TGT | PD | PET | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APSWREIS | 21 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 85 |
| 2 | APTWREIS (Gurukulam) | 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 | Welfare of Differently Abled, Transgender & Senior Citizens Department | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 15 |
| Total | 30 | 81 | 113 | 2 | 34 | 260 |
1. APSWREIS Vacancies – 85 Posts
Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (APSWREIS) has announced 85 vacancies.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal Grade-II | 21 |
| PGT Telugu | 15 |
| PGT English | 15 |
| PGT Mathematics | 15 |
| PET | 19 |
| Total | 85 |
The Principal vacancies are distributed across Multi-Zonal-I and Multi-Zonal-II cadres. PGT vacancies are available in Telugu, English and Mathematics under Contiguous Zones I and II. PET vacancies are distributed across Zones I to VI.
2. APTWREIS (Gurukulam) Vacancies – 36 Posts
Andhra Pradesh Tribal Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (Gurukulam) has announced 36 vacancies.
| Post / Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| PGT Mathematics | 2 |
| PGT Physical Science | 2 |
| TGT Telugu | 4 |
| TGT English | 5 |
| TGT Mathematics | 6 |
| TGT Science | 5 |
| TGT Social Studies | 7 |
| TGT Physical Science | 2 |
| Physical Director | 1 |
| PET | 2 |
| Total | 36 |
The vacancies are distributed across Contiguous Zones I and II, Zone IV and Zone V, as shown in the notification.
3. MJPAPBCWREIS Vacancies – 37 Posts
Mahatma Jyothiba Phule Andhra Pradesh Backward Classes Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (MJPAPBCWREIS) has announced 37 vacancies.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 3 |
| PGT Mathematics | 4 |
| PGT Physical Science | 3 |
| PGT Social Studies | 3 |
| TGT Telugu | 4 |
| TGT English | 5 |
| TGT Mathematics | 5 |
| TGT Science | 5 |
| TGT Social Studies | 5 |
| Total | 37 |
The notification also provides cadre-wise and General/Women vacancy details for these posts.
4. APREIS Vacancies – 68 Posts
Andhra Pradesh Residential Educational Institutions Society (APREIS) has announced 68 vacancies.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 4 |
| PGT Telugu | 1 |
| PGT Sanskrit | 1 |
| PGT English | 10 |
| PGT Mathematics | 3 |
| PGT Biological Science | 3 |
| PGT Social Studies | 2 |
| TGT Languages | 13 |
| TGT Hindi | 3 |
| TGT English | 4 |
| TGT Mathematics | 6 |
| TGT Science | 4 |
| TGT Social Studies | 2 |
| Physical Director | 1 |
| PET | 11 |
| Total | 68 |
The detailed notification provides zone-wise vacancy distribution for Principal, PGT, TGT, Physical Director and PET posts.
5. AP Model Schools Vacancies – 19 Posts
AP Model Schools have announced 19 vacancies.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 2 |
| TGT Telugu | 5 |
| TGT Hindi | 2 |
| TGT English | 2 |
| TGT Mathematics | 1 |
| TGT Science | 4 |
| TGT Social Studies | 3 |
| Total | 19 |
The vacancies are distributed across Multi-Zone-II and the specified Contiguous District cadres.
6. Welfare of Differently Abled, Transgender & Senior Citizens Department – 15 Posts
The department has announced 15 vacancies for TGTs and PETs in Hearing Handicapped (HH) and Visually Handicapped (VH) schools.
| Post / Subject | HH Schools | VH Schools | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGT English | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| TGT Hindi | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| TGT Mathematics | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| TGT Physical Science | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| TGT Biological Science | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| PET | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 6 | 9 | 15 |
HH means Hearing Handicapped and VH means Visually Handicapped.
AP DSC Society Eligibility 2026
Education Qualification
| Post Name | Expected Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Principal | A two-year integrated postgraduate course from an NCERT Regional Institute of Education or a Master’s degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks, along with a B.Ed. recognised by NCTE or an equivalent qualification. Relevant teaching or administrative experience was also required under the previous recruitment rules. |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | A two-year integrated postgraduate course from an NCERT Regional Institute of Education or a Master’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognised university, generally with at least 50% aggregate marks. A recognised B.Ed. or equivalent professional qualification may also be required, depending on the applicable rules and subject. |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | A Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject or subjects, together with the prescribed teacher-training qualification, such as B.Ed. Candidates were also required to qualify in APTET or CTET under the previous recruitment rules. Exact subject combinations and professional qualifications may vary by post. |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | A relevant degree and professional qualification in Physical Education, as prescribed for the post. The previous recruitment rules specified a Bachelor’s degree along with B.P.Ed. or M.P.Ed. recognised by NCTE for Physical Director posts; candidates should check the detailed notification for the specific PET requirements. |
The post-wise educational qualifications for Principal, PGT, TGT, Physical Director and PET posts are prescribed under G.O.Ms.No.50, School Education (Ser.I) Department, dated 4 November 2026.
The detailed notification refers candidates to the Information Bulletin for the exact qualifications and eligibility conditions applicable to each post.
Candidates must possess the prescribed academic and professional qualifications as on 5 November 2026, the date of issue of the detailed notification. No relaxation or exemption is allowed in this regard.
Important Note for Special B.Ed Candidates
The notification specifically states that candidates possessing a Special B.Ed qualification recognised by NCTE/RCI are also eligible to apply for Principal, PGT and TGT posts in general schools, subject to NCTE norms.
Candidates should carefully check the Information Bulletin and the applicable Government Order to confirm the exact subject-wise degree, professional qualification, experience and other requirements before applying.
AP DSC Society Age Limit 2026
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and must not exceed 44 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
| Category | Age Limit Under the 2024 Rules |
|---|---|
| General / Other candidates | 18–44 years |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS candidates | Maximum age of 49 years |
| Persons with disabilities | Maximum age of 54 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Permitted deduction of qualifying military service and an additional three years when calculating the upper-age limit, under the previous rules |
Age Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen
Candidates who have served in the Armed Forces of the Indian Union on regular rolls are eligible for age relaxation.
The length of service rendered in the Armed Forces, along with an additional three years, will be deducted from the actual age of the candidate for determining the maximum age limit.
This relaxation is not applicable to candidates dismissed or discharged from the Armed Forces on account of misconduct or inefficiency.
AP DSC Society Application Fee 2026
Candidates applying for AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026 must pay an application fee of ₹1,000 for each post.
| Particulars | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application and Recruitment Test Fee | ₹1,000 per post |
The fee must be paid through the online payment gateway available on the official AP DSC website.
Candidates applying for multiple posts must pay the prescribed fee separately for each post.
AP DSC Society Selection Process 2026
The selection process will be conducted according to the rules prescribed in G.O.Ms.No.50, School Education (Ser.I) Department, dated 4 November 2026.
The selection weightage and qualifying requirements differ depending on the post.
Selection Weightage for TGT Posts
For Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) posts, the selection marks are calculated using the following weightage:
| Selection Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Teacher Recruitment Test (TRT) | 80% |
| Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) | 20% |
| Total | 100% |
Selection for Principal, PGT, PD and PET Posts
For the following posts, selection is based on TRT marks carrying 100% weightage:
- Principal
- Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
- Physical Director (PD)
- Physical Education Teacher (PET)
There is no TET requirement for these four post categories under this notification.
AP DSC TET Qualifying Marks 2026
For TGT recruitment, candidates’ APTET or CTET scores will be considered, subject to the prescribed qualifying marks.
The notification specifies the following minimum TET marks:
| TET Examination | Maximum Marks | OC / EWS | BC | SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APTET | 150 | 90 | 75 | 60 |
| CTET | 150 | 90 | 75 | 60 |
Note: TET is not required for Principal, PGT, Physical Director and PET posts.
Minimum Qualifying Marks in AP DSC 2026
Candidates must secure the prescribed minimum qualifying marks to be shortlisted for selection.
For TGT posts, the qualifying percentage is calculated on the aggregate of TRT (80%) and TET (20%). For Principal, PGT, PD and PET posts, it is calculated on TRT marks (100%).
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| OC and EWS | 40% |
| BC (A, B, C, D and E) | 35% |
| SC (Groups I, II and III), ST and PwBD | 30% |
For Ex-Servicemen and Meritorious Sports Persons, the minimum qualifying marks applicable to their respective communal categories will be followed.
Securing the minimum qualifying marks does not automatically guarantee selection. Final selection depends on merit, reservation rules and available vacancies.
English Language Proficiency Screening Test
The notification prescribes a compulsory English Language Proficiency Screening Test for candidates applying for the following posts:
- Principal
- PGT (Non-Languages)
- TGT (Non-Languages)
The screening test will carry 100 marks.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| OC / BC / EWS | 60 Marks |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | 50 Marks |
Important: There is no English Language Proficiency Test for TGT (Special Education for Special Schools).
AP DSC Society Exam Date and Pattern 2026
The recruitment examination will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT).
Important examination instructions include:
- CBT examination sessions for all notified posts will commence from 20 December 2026.
- The examination will be conducted at district headquarters, municipalities, revenue divisions and mandals.
- Candidates must appear at the examination centre allotted to them.
- Candidates will normally be allotted an examination centre in the district where they seek recruitment, or another district or adjoining state if required.
- Normalization will be adopted for examinations conducted in multiple shifts.
- Normalized marks will be calculated up to five decimal places.
Examination Language
The examination language varies according to the post.
| Post | Examination Language |
|---|---|
| Principal | English |
| PGT | English |
| TGT | English |
| Physical Director (PD) | English and Telugu |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | English and Telugu |
| TGT (Special Education for Special Schools) | English and Telugu |
Candidates should refer to the official Information Bulletin for the detailed examination structure, duration, total marks and syllabus applicable to their respective posts.
AP DSC Society Reservation Rules 2026
The recruitment will follow the applicable Andhra Pradesh reservation rules.
Local Candidate Reservation
As per the notification:
- 95% of the posts will be reserved for local candidates in relation to the respective local area/local cadre.
- The remaining 5% will be treated as unreserved/open competition and will be available to both local and non-local candidates based on merit.
- The 5% open competition is not a separate quota exclusively for non-local candidates.
Category-wise Reservation
Vertical reservations will apply to:
- Scheduled Castes (SC Groups I, II and III)
- Scheduled Tribes (ST)
- Backward Classes (BC Groups A, B, C, D and E)
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
Horizontal reservations will apply to Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, Ex-Servicemen, women and Meritorious Sports Persons, as prescribed by the applicable government rules.
EWS Reservation
Candidates claiming EWS reservation must have a gross annual family income below ₹8 lakh and must not be covered under the existing reservation categories for SC, ST and Socially and Educationally Backward Classes.
The EWS certificate must:
- Be based on family income for the financial year 2025–2026.
- Be issued by the competent Revenue Authority in the rank of Tahsildar.
- Be in digital format.
- Be issued on or after 1 April 2026.
Candidates must upload the certificate during application submission or within seven days from publication of the merit list and produce it at certificate verification.
Post-wise and Management-wise Preferences
Candidates applying for more than one post or under different managements must indicate their post-wise and management-wise preferences in the online application.
For example, a candidate applying for PGT Mathematics, TGT Physical Science and Physical Director posts must arrange the preferences in the desired order.
A one-time facility will be provided to modify the order of preferences for seven days immediately after publication of the merit list.
This facility is limited to changing the order of preferences already submitted. Other details in the application cannot be modified through this facility.
If a candidate is selected against their highest-priority option, they will not be considered for the remaining lower-priority posts or managements. Their name will be removed from the other selection lists.
Candidates should therefore carefully arrange their preferences before submitting the application.
Sports Quota in AP DSC 2026
Candidates applying under the Meritorious Sports Persons quota must register on the designated digital platform maintained by the Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP).
They must obtain a unique Sports Person Identification Number (SPID) and provide it in the APTRT-2026 online application.
Important conditions include:
- Candidates must possess the prescribed academic and technical qualifications for the post.
- They must appear for the written examination and secure the minimum qualifying marks.
- Sports priority will be determined according to the applicable Government Orders.
- Sports merit certificates and supporting documents must be uploaded on the SAAP portal within the notified application period.
- Candidates who do not qualify under sports priority may still be considered under general merit, subject to the applicable rules.
Official Sports Authority website: sports.ap.gov.in
How to Apply Online for AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official AP DSC recruitment website by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: tet2dsc.apcfss.in.
- Open the AP DSC-2026 application link.
- Read the Information Bulletin and verify the eligibility requirements for the selected post.
- Pay the application fee of ₹1,000 per post through the online payment gateway.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, educational and other required details.
- Select the eligible posts and management-wise preferences in the desired order.
- Check all the information entered in the application form.
- Submit the application and save a copy for future reference.
The step-by-step application procedure will be provided in the User Guide on the official website from 11 November 2026.
Important: Candidates can make corrections before final submission and payment of the fee. No edit option will be available after final submission of the online application.
Certificate Verification
Candidates must upload their eligibility certificates in their candidate login within seven days from the date of publication of the merit list.
They must also produce all original certificates at the time of certificate verification.
Candidates claiming reservation or other special benefits must produce the relevant supporting documents.
Failure to produce original certificates will result in disqualification. If any certificate or information is found to be false, forged or fabricated, the candidature may be rejected and legal action may be initiated.
Important Instructions for AP DSC Candidates
- Candidates must possess the prescribed academic and professional qualifications as on 5 November 2026.
- Candidates already working in Government Service, autonomous bodies, local bodies, Government-aided institutions or other specified employment categories must inform their Head of Office/Department in writing about their application.
- Candidates must personally complete the online application and verify all details before final submission.
- Hall ticket issuance and appearing for the examination do not automatically establish eligibility.
- All individual recruitment-related communications will be made through candidates’ login accounts. No separate individual communication will be sent through SMS, telephone calls or email.
- Selected candidates must undergo induction training on Academics and English Proficiency.
- A selected candidate who does not join duty within 30 days from receiving the appointment order will forfeit the selection.
- Vacancies remaining unfilled due to non-availability of eligible candidates or non-joining of selected candidates will be carried forward to the subsequent recruitment notification.
AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification and Information Bulletin Release | 5 November 2026 |
| Online Application and Fee Payment Starts | 11 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2026 |
| Online Mock Test Availability | 5 December 2026 |
| Hall Ticket Download | 14 December 2026 |
| AP DSC CBT Examination | 20 December 2026 to 13 January 2027 |
| Initial Key Release | Second day after completion of the last examination |
| Objections to Initial Key | Within 7 days of its release |
| Final Key Release | After 7 days from the last date for submitting objections |
| Merit List (Marks) | 7 days after the final key release |
The detailed examination schedule will be published on the official website. Examination sessions may be increased or reduced depending on the number of applications received.
AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification | Download Official Notification |
| Apply Online | AP DSC Application Portal |
| Official Website | tet2dsc.apcfss.in |
| Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh | sports.ap.gov.in |
AP DSC Society Recruitment 2026 offers 260 teaching and physical education vacancies across Andhra Pradesh residential education Society, Model Schools and the Welfare of Differently Abled, Transgender & Senior Citizens Department.
Candidates should carefully check the management-wise vacancies, subject requirements, educational qualifications, TET conditions, age limits and post preferences before submitting their applications.
The online application process will begin on 11 November 2026 and close on 30 November 2026. Candidates are advised to read the official Information Bulletin and G.O.Ms.No.50 carefully before applying.
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