Samagra Shiksha, Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh has issued Recruitment Notification No. 01/KGBV/APSS/2026 for filling 299 teaching posts in Type-III Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas. The recruitment is for Principal, Post Graduate Teacher, Contract Residential Teacher and Physical Education Teacher posts on contract basis for the academic year 2026-27.
The notification is meant for eligible women candidates only. The online application process started on 27 May 2026 and the last date to submit the form is 05 June 2026 through the official AP KGBV recruitment portal. Candidates should read the post-wise qualification rules carefully before applying, because TET, B.Ed, subject qualification and physical education qualification requirements differ by post.
Selection is not through a written exam in this notification. Candidates will be ranked on merit using marks from academic and professional qualifications, and shortlisted candidates will be called for certificate verification by the District Level Committee.
Quick Facts
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment name | AP KGBV Teaching Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification number | 01/KGBV/APSS/2026 |
| Recruitment authority | Samagra Shiksha, Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Total vacancies | 299 |
| Posts | Principal, PGT, CRT and PET |
| Eligible candidates | Women candidates only |
| Application mode | Online |
| Apply online dates | 27 May 2026 to 05 June 2026 |
| Application fee | Rs. 300 |
| Age limit | 18 to 45 years as on 01 July 2025, with relaxation as per notification |
| Selection method | Merit-based selection and certificate verification |
| Official portal | kgbvrecruitment.apcfss.in |
AP KGBV Teaching Recruitment 2026 Latest Update
The official notification for AP KGBV Teaching Recruitment 2026 has been released for 299 teaching vacancies in Type-III KGBVs. The posts are Principal, Post Graduate Teacher, Contract Residential Teacher and Physical Education Teacher.
The recruitment is on contract basis for the academic year 2026-27. Candidates should apply only through the official portal and should not wait until the last date, because incomplete applications, offline applications and applications submitted after the due date will not be accepted.
Important Dates for AP KGBV Recruitment 2026
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of paper notification | 26 May 2026 |
| Start of online applications | 27 May 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 05 June 2026 |
| Generation of selection list by State Office at 1:3 ratio | 07 June 2026 |
| Certificate verification by District Level Committee | 09 June 2026 |
| Final merit list after certificate verification | 12 June 2026 |
| Grievances on final merit list and redressal | 14 June 2026 |
| Display of final merit list at district level | 16 June 2026 |
| Issue of appointment orders | 18 June 2026 |
| Contract agreement | 18 June 2026 |
| Reporting to duty | 20 June 2026 |
Candidates should follow the dates in the official notification and check the portal regularly for district-level updates.
AP KGBV Teaching Vacancy 2026
The notification lists 299 teaching vacancies in Type-III KGBVs. The number of vacancies may change according to requirement, so candidates should check the official PDF and district-wise roster annexures before applying.
| Post | Nature of appointment | Institution type | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal | Teaching, contract | Type-III KGBV | 16 |
| Post Graduate Teacher | Teaching, contract | Type-III KGBV | 98 |
| Contract Residential Teacher | Teaching, contract | Type-III KGBV | 133 |
| Physical Education Teacher | Teaching, contract | Type-III KGBV | 52 |
| Total | Teaching | Type-III KGBV | 299 |
Who Can Apply for AP KGBV Teaching Posts
Only eligible women candidates can apply for this recruitment. The appointments are for Type-III KGBVs across Andhra Pradesh, except the districts specifically excluded in the notification: East Godavari, Dr. B.R.A. Konaseema, West Godavari, Krishna and Guntur.
- The candidate must satisfy the post-wise educational qualification.
- The candidate must satisfy the TET requirement wherever applicable.
- The candidate must apply online through the official portal.
- The candidate should upload all required documents.
- No candidate is allowed to apply in more than one district.
- The district is treated as the unit for applying and appointment.
Candidates who are pursuing degree final year, post-graduation or B.Ed during the academic year 2025-26 are not eligible as per the notification.
Educational Qualification and TET Requirement
The qualification requirement differs by post and subject. Candidates should read the official notification for the exact subject combination before submitting the application.
| Post | Basic qualification requirement | TET requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Post Graduate Degree from a UGC recognized university with required percentage and B.Ed or M.A Education from recognized institutions | APTET required |
| PGT | Post Graduate qualification in the relevant subject and B.Ed qualification, subject-wise as specified in the notification | APTET required for general subjects; not required for vocational PGT posts |
| CRT | Bachelor degree with required subject combination and B.Ed or M.A Education, subject-wise as specified in the notification | APTET required for all subjects |
| PET | Intermediate or Bachelor degree with U.G.D.P.Ed, B.P.Ed or M.P.Ed recognized by NCTE, as applicable | TET not required |
English is the medium of instruction in KGBVs. Candidates should have the capability to teach in English medium and should have studied English as one of the subjects up to graduation level where applicable.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The age is calculated as on 01 July 2025. Candidates should verify their category-wise age eligibility before applying.
| Category | Maximum age limit |
|---|---|
| General category | 45 years |
| SC, ST, BC and EWS candidates | 50 years |
| Differently abled candidates | 52 years |
| Ex-service women | 45 years |
The minimum age is 18 years. Differently abled candidates should have the required disability certificate from the competent authority to claim reservation or relaxation.
Application Fee and Online Application Process
The application fee and processing charge is Rs. 300. The payment has to be made through the payment gateway provided for the recruitment process.
- Visit the official AP KGBV recruitment portal at https://kgbvrecruitment.apcfss.in/.
- Open the AP KGBV Teaching Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Read the notification and confirm the post-wise eligibility.
- Fill in personal details, district preference, qualification details and post details carefully.
- Upload the required certificates and documents.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 300 through the available gateway.
- Submit the application before 05 June 2026.
- Save or print the submitted application for certificate verification and future reference.
Applications without relevant documents, incomplete applications, offline applications and late submissions will not be accepted.
Selection Process and Merit Calculation
The selection is based on merit and other criteria prescribed by the Government. The State Office will generate a selection list for district-level teaching posts at 1:3 ratio, followed by certificate verification by the District Level Committee.
| Post | Merit components |
|---|---|
| Principal and PGT | SSC 20 marks, Intermediate 10 marks, Bachelor degree 20 marks, Master degree 30 marks and B.Ed or M.A Education 20 marks |
| CRT | SSC 20 marks, Intermediate 20 marks, Bachelor degree 30 marks and B.Ed or M.A Education 30 marks |
| PET | SSC 20 marks, Intermediate 40 marks and U.G.D.P.Ed or B.P.Ed 40 marks |
If two or more candidates secure the same merit marks, the elder candidate will get higher rank. If the date of birth is also the same, the notification gives further tie-breaking rules based on higher marks in the relevant qualification.
Documents Required for Certificate Verification
Candidates shortlisted for certificate verification should keep originals and clear copies of all relevant documents ready. The official checklist includes academic, professional, category, local status and TET-related certificates.
- SSC certificate
- Intermediate certificate
- Bachelor degree certificate, wherever applicable
- Master degree certificate, wherever applicable
- B.Ed, M.Ed, U.G.D.P.Ed, B.P.Ed or M.P.Ed certificate, wherever applicable
- Diploma certificate, wherever applicable
- Local status certificate
- Caste certificate for ST, SC or BC candidates
- Income certificate issued by the Tahsildar in the respective district
- Differently abled certificate from the competent authority, if applicable
- EWS income certificate issued by the competent authority, if applicable
- Teacher Eligibility Test documents, wherever applicable
If a candidate fails to upload or produce the relevant documents, her candidature may be rejected.
Honorarium and Contract Conditions
The posts are temporary contract appointments for the academic year 2026-27. Selected candidates must enter into a contract agreement as instructed by the district-level authority.
| Post | Monthly honorarium |
|---|---|
| Principal | Rs. 34,139 |
| Post Graduate Teacher | Rs. 26,759 |
| Contract Residential Teacher | Rs. 26,759 |
| Physical Education Teacher | Rs. 26,759 |
The notification states that appointments are temporary and on contract or outsourcing basis. Selected candidates do not get a right to seek regularization, minimum time scale or enhancement of honorarium through this appointment.
Local Status and District Rules
The district is the unit for applying and appointment. A candidate who studied for seven consecutive years from Class 4 to Class 10 in a particular district will be treated as a local candidate of that district.
If a candidate studied in more than one district during that period, the district where she studied for the longer period will be considered for local status. Private candidates from unrecognized schools may have to submit a residence certificate issued by the Tahsildar for the relevant period before completion of SSC.
Candidates should choose the district carefully because the notification states that no candidate is allowed to apply in more than one district.
Official Links for AP KGBV Recruitment 2026
| Purpose | Official link |
|---|---|
| Apply online portal | https://kgbvrecruitment.apcfss.in/ |
| Official notification PDF | https://kgbvrecruitment.apcfss.in/TET-PDF/PressNote/KGBV%20NOTIFICATION.pdf |
| Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh | https://cse.ap.gov.in/ |
| AP KGBV portal | https://apkgbv.apcfss.in/ |
Candidates should use the official portal and official PDF for the final vacancy, eligibility and application details.
Official Links
Source: Official notification (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to submit the online application is 05 June 2026.
There are 299 teaching vacancies for Principal, PGT, CRT and PET posts.
Only eligible women candidates can apply, subject to post-wise qualification, age limit, TET requirement and district rules.
The application fee and processing charge is Rs. 300.
APTET is required for Principals, CRTs and PGTs in general subjects. It is not required for PET and PGT vocational subjects.
Selection is based on academic and professional qualification merit, followed by certificate verification by the District Level Committee.
The monthly honorarium is Rs. 34,139 for Principal and Rs. 26,759 for PGT, CRT and PET posts.
No. The notification states that a candidate is not allowed to apply in more than one district.