This recruitment is based on Combined Notification No.01/2026 dated 07 April 2026 issued by the Medical Education Department, Andhra Pradesh for vacancies under Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram and Government Teaching General Hospital, Rajamahendravaram. The appointments are on contract and outsourcing basis, and the application process is strictly offline.
A total of 39 vacancies have been notified across 11 designations. These include technical, paramedical, support and specialist posts such as Speech Therapist, Emergency Medical Technician, Mortuary Attendant, System Administrator, Clinical Psychologist and Child Psychologist. Most vacancies are in Government Teaching General Hospital, while a smaller number are in Government Medical College.
The main points candidates need to watch are the physical submission requirement, separate applications for GMC and GTGH where applicable, district local-status rules, demand draft fee, and the merit-based selection formula. This guide brings together the confirmed details in a user-friendly format so you can quickly see whether you are eligible and what to submit.
What this recruitment is for
The Medical Education Department, Andhra Pradesh has invited applications to fill vacancies under Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram and Government Teaching General Hospital, Rajamahendravaram. The notification covers both contract posts and outsourcing posts.
This is a combined district-level recruitment for erstwhile East Godavari district. The posts are not all at the same qualification level. Some are open at SSC level, while others require degree, diploma, professional registration or postgraduate qualifications.
If you are interested in applying, the most important starting point is to identify the exact post you want, confirm whether it belongs to GMC or GTGH, and then prepare the separate application and fee accordingly.
Important dates and offline application timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 07 April 2026 |
| Application form available on district portal | 15 April 2026 from 10:00 am |
| Last date for physical submission | 29 April 2026 up to 4:00 pm |
The form has to be submitted physically at the specified counters in the office of the Principal / Addl. DME, Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram.
Applications sent by post, courier or email are not accepted. Candidates are advised to obtain a dated acknowledgement when submitting the form by hand.
Vacancy breakup for all 39 posts
| Post | GMC | GTGH | Total | Mode | Monthly remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Programmer | 1 | 1 | 2 | Contract | Rs.34,580 |
| Physical Education Trainer | 1 | 0 | 1 | Contract | Rs.40,970 |
| Electrical Helper | 1 | 2 | 3 | Outsourcing | Rs.15,000 |
| Mortuary Attendant | 1 | 0 | 1 | Outsourcing | Rs.15,000 |
| Network Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | Contract | Rs.34,580 |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | Contract | Rs.38,720 |
| Speech Therapist | 0 | 1 | 1 | Contract | Rs.40,970 |
| System Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | Contract | Rs.34,580 |
| Child Psychologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | Contract | Rs.54,060 |
| Clinical Psychologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | Contract | Rs.54,060 |
| Emergency Medical Technician | 0 | 25 | 25 | Contract | Rs.32,670 |
Out of the 39 total vacancies, 35 are contract posts and 4 are outsourcing posts. Government Medical College has 4 vacancies, while Government Teaching General Hospital has 35 vacancies.
Post-wise qualification snapshot
| Post | Qualification summary |
|---|---|
| Computer Programmer | BE/BTech in IT or CS, or MCA, or postgraduate qualification in Computer Science/IT, with minimum 3 years relevant experience |
| Physical Education Trainer | Diploma or degree in Physical Education from a recognized institution |
| Electrical Helper | SSC/10th or equivalent and 1 year experience in electrical work |
| Mortuary Attendant | Must have appeared for SSC/10th or equivalent recognized board examination |
| Network Administrator | BE/BTech in IT/CS/ECE, or MCA, or postgraduate qualification in Computer Science/IT, with minimum 3 years experience as system administrator |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | MA/MSW in Medical Psychiatric Social Work and M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work or PhD |
| Speech Therapist | Bachelor degree with diploma or certificate in Speech Therapy |
| System Administrator | BE/BTech in IT/CS, or MCA, or postgraduate qualification in Computer Science/IT, with minimum 3 years experience as system administrator |
| Child Psychologist | MA Psychology plus PG Diploma in Child Psychology and Family Relations or M.Ed/B.Ed; M.Phil Psychology is additionally prescribed in the service rules context |
| Clinical Psychologist | MA Psychology plus PG Diploma in Medical and Social Psychology; M.Phil in relevant psychology specialisation is additionally prescribed in the service rules context |
| Emergency Medical Technician | Intermediate or equivalent, relevant BSc EMT/EMST qualification or BSc with 2-year advanced diploma in Emergency Medical Technology, and APPMB registration |
Candidates should rely on the exact qualification language in the official notification before applying, especially for psychology, EMT and technical posts where multiple academic conditions apply.
Age limit and reservation rules
The upper age limit is 42 years, and age is reckoned as on the date of issue of the notification.
- SC, ST, BC and EWS candidates: 5 years relaxation
- Ex-servicemen: 3 years in addition to length of service in armed forces
- Differently abled persons: 10 years relaxation
- Maximum age with all relaxations together: 52 years
Reservations are to be applied as per Rule 22 of the Andhra Pradesh State and Subordinate Services Rules and the instructions in force. The notification also carries roster-based vacancy allocation for individual posts.
Application fee and demand draft rules
The application processing fee must be paid through Demand Draft in favour of Principal, Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| OC | Rs.300 |
| BC / SC / ST / EWS / Ex-Servicemen / PWD (other than OC) | Rs.200 |
If a candidate applies for more than one post, a separate demand draft is required for each post. The notification also makes it clear that candidates must apply separately for GMC posts and GTGH posts wherever they want to be considered.
How selection and merit marks will be calculated
The selection is merit-based and the total marks are 100.
| Component | Marks / weightage |
|---|---|
| Aggregate marks in qualifying examination | 75% |
| Post-qualification experience | Up to 10 marks at 1 mark per completed year |
| Contract / outsourcing / honorarium service weightage including eligible COVID-19 service | Up to 15% |
For non-COVID contract service, the notification gives area-based weightage at 2.5 marks per six months in tribal area, 2.0 marks per six months in rural area, and 1.0 mark per six months in urban area. No weightage is given for non-COVID service below six months.
Candidates claiming service weightage must submit the prescribed original service certificate and supporting appointment orders. Without these, service weightage will not be granted.
Local status, district jurisdiction and separate applications
This recruitment is tied to the erstwhile East Godavari district. Candidates who studied in the erstwhile East Godavari district from Class IV to Class X are treated as local candidates based on study certificates. Other candidates are treated as non-local candidates.
The notification also says counseling will be conducted separately for Government Medical College and Government Teaching General Hospital, Rajamahendravaram. Because of this, separate application forms must be submitted for GMC posts and GTGH posts.
For private study cases, residence certificate requirements apply. Candidates migrated from Telangana are required to submit local candidature certificate as per the applicable government orders mentioned in the notification.
Documents to attach with the application form
Self-attested copies of the following documents must be enclosed with the filled application form:
- SSC or equivalent certificate for date of birth
- Pass certificates of the prescribed qualification
- Proof of appearance for qualifying examination where applicable
- Marks memos of all years of the qualifying examination
- Valid registration certificate in AP Para Medical Board, Allied Health Care Sciences or other relevant council where applicable
- Study certificates from Class IV to X
- Latest caste certificate, if applicable
- Latest EWS certificate, if applicable
- SADAREM disability certificate, if applicable
- Service certificate and appointment order copies for claiming weightage
- Any other relevant supporting certificates
The notification warns that unclear or missing documents can lead to summary rejection of the application.
Pay, tenure and important conditions after selection
The notified monthly remuneration ranges from Rs.15,000 for outsourcing support posts to Rs.54,060 for specialist psychology posts. Emergency Medical Technician carries Rs.32,670, while Speech Therapist and Physical Education Trainer carry Rs.40,970.
The tenure for contract and outsourcing posts is initially one year from the date of joining. It may be extended further based on government instructions. At the same time, the District Selection Committee reserves the right to terminate the services with one month notice or as per government directions.
Selected candidates are also expected to stay at the bona fide headquarters and follow government rules in force. Future updates are to be tracked on the official district website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Medical Education Department AP Recruitment 2026?
The last date for physical submission of the application is 29 April 2026 up to 4:00 pm.
How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
There are 39 vacancies in total.
Is the application process online or offline?
The process is offline only. Forms must be submitted physically by hand.
Can I send the application by post, courier or email?
No. Applications sent by post, courier or email will not be considered.
Do I need separate applications for GMC and GTGH posts?
Yes. The notification states that separate applications are required for Government Medical College and Government Teaching General Hospital posts.
What is the application fee for this recruitment?
The fee is Rs.300 for OC candidates and Rs.200 for BC, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Servicemen and PWD candidates other than OC.
What is the minimum qualification in this recruitment?
It varies by post. The lowest qualification mentioned is SSC/10th level or equivalent for certain posts, while many others require diploma, degree, PG qualification or registration.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is merit-based out of 100 marks, using qualifying exam marks plus the prescribed experience and service weightage.