Samagra Shiksha Vizianagaram has issued an offline notification to fill 8 vacancies in the District Project Office through deputation under Foreign Service Terms and Conditions. The posts include Girl Child Development Officer, Community Mobilization Officer, Alternative Schooling Coordinator, Assistant Programming Officer, Assistant Academic Monitoring Officer and Assistant Statistical Officer. For most candidates, the first thing to understand is that this is a district-level deputation process for existing school staff, not a direct recruitment open to the general public.

Only eligible School Assistants and Secondary Grade Teachers working in Government, ZP and Municipal schools in Vizianagaram district can apply, and the post-wise educational requirements come from the School Education Department guidelines for Sectoral and Assistant Sectoral Officers. The district notice also fixes the service requirement, the age cap, and the offline submission timeline.

If you are planning to apply, focus on four checks before doing anything else: whether you are serving in an eligible school category in Vizianagaram district, whether you meet the minimum service requirement, whether your postgraduate subject and computer qualification match the specific post, and whether your application reaches the District Project Office through HM or MEO by the deadline. Missing any of these basics can make the application ineligible even before further scrutiny.

Recruitment Overview

Samagra Shiksha Vizianagaram has notified vacancies for Sectoral and Assistant Sectoral Officer posts in the District Project Office. The engagement is on deputation under Foreign Service Terms and Conditions, which means the recruitment is aimed at eligible serving staff from the school education system rather than fresh applicants from the open market.

ParticularDetails
OrganizationSamagra Shiksha, Vizianagaram District
OfficeDistrict Project Office, Samagra Shiksha
ModeOffline
Nature of appointmentDeputation under FSTC
Total posts8
Who can applyEligible School Assistants and SGTs working in eligible schools in Vizianagaram district

Important Dates

The district notice provides a short submission window, so candidates should prepare the application and supporting documents without delay.

EventDate
Notification date16 April 2026
Application start date16 April 2026
Last date to submit application22 April 2026
Last time for submission5:00 PM

The official notice says the application should reach the District Project Office within this period through the proper forwarding channel.

Vacancy Details

The district notification lists 8 vacancies across six posts. Two posts have two vacancies each, while the remaining posts have one vacancy each.

Post NameNo. of Posts
Girl Child Development Officer (GCDO)1
Community Mobilization Officer (CMO)1
Alternative Schooling Coordinator (ALS-Co)1
Assistant Programming Officer (APO)1
Assistant Academic Monitoring Officer (AAMO)2
Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO)2
Total8

Who Can Apply

This is one of the most important parts of the notification. The recruitment is only for serving staff already working in the eligible school systems in Vizianagaram district.

  • Only School Assistants and Secondary Grade Teachers working in Vizianagaram district are eligible.
  • The eligible school categories are Government, ZP and Municipal schools.
  • School Assistants must have at least 5 years of service in the cadre.
  • SGTs must have at least 8 years of service in the cadre.
  • Candidates must satisfy the post-wise educational criteria laid down in the School Education guidelines.

Because the notification is district-specific, candidates working outside Vizianagaram district should not assume they are eligible unless officially covered by the district notice.

Post-wise Eligibility Criteria

Along with service length, the eligibility depends on the exact postgraduate subject and, for some posts, a computer qualification. The common service condition is 5 years for School Assistants or 8 years for SGTs.

PostMain Eligibility
Girl Child Development Officer (GCDO)School Assistants or SGTs with P.G. in school subjects; female officers only
Community Mobilization Officer (CMO)School Assistants or SGTs with P.G. in school subjects
Alternative Schooling Coordinator (ALS-Co)School Assistants or SGTs with P.G. in school subjects
Assistant Programming Officer (APO)School Assistants or SGTs with P.G. in Mathematics, Statistics or Physical Science and MCA or PG Diploma in Computer Applications
Assistant Academic Monitoring Officer (AAMO)School Assistants or SGTs with P.G. in school subjects
Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO)School Assistants or SGTs with P.G. in Mathematics or Statistics and Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Computers

The state-level guidelines also say candidates for every post should have basic computer skills. Applicants should match their qualifications exactly with the notified post before applying.

Age Limit and General Conditions

The district notice fixes the age and service conditions clearly. Applicants who do not satisfy these baseline conditions should not proceed with the application.

  • Age should be below 55 years as on 31 March 2026.
  • Basic computer skills are required for every post.
  • The post is to be filled under Foreign Service Terms and Conditions.
  • The application is meant for eligible serving staff only, not fresh external applicants.

The broader School Education guidelines also state that disciplinary status and deputation-related conditions can matter in the selection process. Candidates should therefore ensure that service records and forwarding details are in order before submission.

How to Apply Offline

The application process is offline and route-based. That means the candidate should not just download the form and submit it casually; it has to go through the proper channel mentioned in the notice.

  1. Download the application form from the official district recruitment page.
  2. Write the exact post name applied for in the form.
  3. Fill in personal details, cadre details, qualification details, service details and other required declarations.
  4. Affix the passport-size photo attested by the concerned HM or MEO.
  5. Attach the required supporting documents and certificates.
  6. Forward the application through HM or MEO acting as DDO, as applicable.
  7. Ensure the application reaches the District Project Office, Samagra Shiksha, Vizianagaram on or before 22 April 2026 by 5:00 PM.

The district notice specifically says that the application should be submitted to the District Project Office through HM or MEO with attested copies of the required documents.

Documents to Attach with the Application

The application form and notice make it clear that the form should be supported with attested copies. Candidates should keep the file complete and well arranged before forwarding it.

  • Duly filled application form
  • Passport-size photograph attested by the concerned HM or MEO
  • One additional passport-size photograph identical to the affixed photo
  • Service particulars showing cadre and date of first appointment
  • Educational qualification certificates and mark statements
  • Postgraduate certificates in the relevant subject
  • Computer qualification certificate where required for ASO or APO
  • B.Ed, M.Ed, M.Phil or Ph.D details if applicable
  • Awards, appreciation certificates or research-related documents, if claimed
  • Any other supporting document required by the forwarding authority

Because the application form asks for service, awards, research and disciplinary details, candidates should make sure those claims are backed by documents wherever needed.

Selection Process and What Is Officially Known

The district notice does not publish a separate written exam schedule, admit card process or application fee schedule. What is officially available is the notification, the state eligibility guidelines and the prescribed application form.

The application form captures academic qualifications, professional qualifications, research credentials, service details, awards, SRG or DRG information and interview as part of the performance parameters. This suggests that the assessment is based on eligibility scrutiny and departmental evaluation rather than an open competitive written test.

Since the district notice is brief, candidates should avoid assuming extra stages unless they are later notified officially by the district authorities.

Important Instructions Before You Apply

A few practical points can save time and avoid rejection.

  • This notification is for deputation-based district posts, not a general public recruitment.
  • Check the exact postgraduate subject requirement for the post you want.
  • For APO and ASO, the computer qualification requirement is important and should not be ignored.
  • Applications received after the deadline are liable to be rejected.
  • Incomplete applications or applications without supporting documents may be rejected.
  • The declaration in the application form states that the selected candidate will render services in Samagra Shiksha for at least three years from the date of joining.

If you are unsure whether your cadre, subject combination or service period fits the post, it is better to verify that first through the official notification and forwarding authority before submitting the form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for Samagra Shiksha Vizianagaram Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the offline application is 22 April 2026 by 5:00 PM.

How many vacancies are available in this Samagra Shiksha Vizianagaram recruitment?

There are 8 vacancies in total.

Is this recruitment open to the general public?

No. The notification is meant for eligible School Assistants and SGTs working in Government, ZP or Municipal schools in Vizianagaram district.

What is the age limit for these posts?

The candidate should be below 55 years as on 31 March 2026.

What is the minimum service required to apply?

School Assistants need at least 5 years of service, and SGTs need at least 8 years of service.

How should the application be submitted?

The application has to be submitted offline through HM or MEO, as applicable, to the District Project Office, Samagra Shiksha, Vizianagaram.

Is there a separate written exam mentioned in the official notice?

No separate written exam schedule is mentioned in the district notice.

What is required for the Assistant Programming Officer post?

The APO post requires the relevant service eligibility plus P.G. in Mathematics, Statistics or Physical Science and MCA or PG Diploma in Computer Applications.


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