Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board has issued Notification No. 08/2026 dated 22 May 2026 for walk-in recruitment of Assistant Professors at Government Medical College, Piduguralla, Palnadu District. The recruitment is for 8 posts on regular basis through direct recruitment.
The walk-in recruitment is scheduled for 02 June 2026 from 10.30 AM to 2.00 PM at the Office of the Director of Medical Education, Old Government Hospital, Hanumanpet, Vijayawada. Candidates should not treat this as an online application recruitment; they have to attend the walk-in with the required documents and pay the application fee in online mode at the time of walk-in recruitment.
The main eligibility is a PG Degree such as MD, MS or DNB in the concerned specialty from an MCI or NMC-recognized institution, along with the required senior residency and registration documents. For some non-clinical departments, M.Sc Medical with Ph.D may be considered only if MD/MS/DNB candidates are not available, as stated in the notification.
Quick Facts
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment name | APMSRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification number | 08/2026 |
| Notification date | 22 May 2026 |
| Recruitment authority | Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board |
| Post name | Assistant Professor |
| Total vacancies | 8 |
| College | Government Medical College, Piduguralla, Palnadu District |
| Appointment type | Regular basis, direct recruitment |
| Walk-in date | 02 June 2026 |
| Walk-in time | 10.30 AM to 2.00 PM |
| Venue | O/o Director of Medical Education, Old Govt. Hospital, Hanumanpet, Vijayawada |
| Application fee | Rs. 2,000 for OC; Rs. 1,800 for SC, ST, BC, EWS, differently abled and ex-servicemen |
| Pay scale | Rs. 68,900 to Rs. 2,05,500 with 50% incentive on basic pay for GMC Piduguralla |
APMSRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Latest Update
APMSRB has released Notification No. 08/2026 for walk-in recruitment to 8 Assistant Professor posts at Government Medical College, Piduguralla. The notification is dated 22 May 2026 and the walk-in recruitment will be held on 02 June 2026.
This is not a general online application drive. Candidates must attend the walk-in recruitment at the specified venue with all original certificates, supporting documents and required copies.
Walk-in Date, Time and Venue
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in date | 02 June 2026 |
| Time | 10.30 AM to 2.00 PM |
| Venue | O/o Director of Medical Education, Old Govt. Hospital, Hanumanpet, Vijayawada |
| Posts covered | Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Community Medicine and DVL |
Candidates should reach the venue within the notified time window. Late reporting, incomplete documents or failure to prove eligibility can affect candidature.
APMSRB Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026
The notification lists 8 Assistant Professor vacancies. The vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease as per the requirement of the department.
| Specialty | No. of vacancies |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | 1 |
| Physiology | 2 |
| Pharmacology | 1 |
| Microbiology | 1 |
| Community Medicine | 2 |
| DVL | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
Eligibility Qualification for Assistant Professor Posts
The standard qualification for the Assistant Professor posts is a PG Degree such as MD, MS or DNB in the concerned specialty from an institution recognized by MCI or NMC. Candidates must also have completed one year of senior residency from a recognized institution after completing the required qualification.
| Post group | Qualification requirement |
|---|---|
| Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology and Microbiology | PG Degree (MD/MS/DNB) in the concerned specialty and one year senior residency. If eligible MD/MS/DNB candidates are not available, M.Sc Medical in the concerned specialty with Ph.D Medical through regular in-campus course and required experience may be considered. |
| DVL and Community Medicine | PG Degree (MD/MS/DNB) in the concerned specialty and one year senior residency from a recognized institution. |
Candidates who completed DNB from institutions having less than 500 beds must have completed one additional year of senior residency as per the notification.
Age Limit for APMSRB Assistant Professor Recruitment
The applicant should be at least 18 years old and not more than 42 years old as on 01 July 2025. Candidates should verify their date of birth from the SSC certificate and ensure that the same details are used during document verification.
| Age condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 42 years |
| Age cut-off date | 01 July 2025 |
Any relaxation or reservation claim must be supported by valid certificates issued by competent authorities as required in the official notification.
Pay Scale and Incentive
The pay scale for Assistant Professor is Rs. 68,900 to Rs. 2,05,500. The notification also states that teaching posts at Government Medical College, Piduguralla are eligible for 50% incentive on basic pay, in addition to other admissible pay and allowances under the 7th UGC Pay Scales.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay scale | Rs. 68,900 to Rs. 2,05,500 |
| Additional incentive | 50% incentive on basic pay for teaching posts at GMC Piduguralla |
| Other benefits | Other pay and allowances admissible under rules |
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee in online mode at the time of walk-in recruitment. The fee is non-refundable.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| OC | Rs. 2,000 |
| SC, ST, BC, EWS, differently abled and ex-servicemen | Rs. 1,800 |
Candidates should keep payment readiness and any transaction proof safely because fee payment forms part of the walk-in process.
How to Attend the Walk-in Recruitment
- Download and read the official APMSRB Notification No. 08/2026.
- Confirm that your specialty, qualification, senior residency and registration details match the notification.
- Prepare the application and document set before the walk-in date.
- Carry original certificates and required copies to the venue.
- Attend the walk-in on 02 June 2026 between 10.30 AM and 2.00 PM.
- Pay the prescribed fee in online mode at the time of walk-in recruitment.
- Submit documents for scrutiny and follow the instructions given by APMSRB or DME officials at the venue.
Candidates should not rely only on third-party summaries. The official PDF should be checked for the exact requirements before attending.
Selection Procedure and Merit Marks
The selection will be based on the 100-point system described in the notification. The notification does not mention a separate written examination for this walk-in recruitment.
| Merit component | Marks or weightage |
|---|---|
| Qualifying examination marks | Maximum 75 points based on percentage of marks in the qualifying exam |
| Service after PG or Ph.D with required qualification | Maximum 10 points |
| PG Degree in MD/MS/DNB from Central Institutions | 5 marks weightage |
| Contract service | Maximum 15 points as per area-wise and COVID duty rules |
If candidates secure the same marks, the older candidate will be assigned the higher rank. Candidates must submit PG marks memos because failure to submit the required marks memo may lead to zero marks and ineligibility for selection.
Contract Service and COVID Duty Weightage
Contract service weightage is considered only for eligible service in state government hospitals, institutions or programmes, based on certificates issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format.
| Service type | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Tribal area service | 2.5 marks per six months |
| Rural area service | 2.0 marks per six months |
| Urban area service | 1.0 mark per six months |
| COVID-19 duties | 5.0 marks per six months, calculated as 0.83 mark for each completed month |
Service of less than six months is not considered for regular contract service weightage, and separate service spells cannot be clubbed. For COVID-19 weightage, candidates must attach appointment orders, contract service certificate and bank statements showing remuneration payment.
Documents Required at the Walk-in
Candidates should carry all original certificates along with the required copies. The document list in the official notice includes identity, qualification, registration, residence and reservation-related records.
- Aadhaar card
- SSC certificate
- Study or bonafide certificates from Class 4 to Class 10
- Social status certificate for ST, SC, BC and EWS candidates, if applicable
- SADAREM disability certificate, if applicable
- MBBS provisional certificate
- PG Degree (MD/MS/DNB) provisional certificate in the concerned specialty
- PG Degree (MD/MS/DNB) marks memo in the concerned specialty
- Senior residency certificate for MD/MS/DNB candidates
- Additional senior residency certificate for DNB candidates from institutions having less than 500 beds, if applicable
- Andhra Pradesh Medical Council registration certificate for PG Degree
- M.Sc Medical with Ph.D certificates and marks memos, wherever applicable
- Senior residency, demonstrator or tutor experience certificate for non-medical qualification cases, wherever applicable
- Service certificate and appointment order for contract service weightage, if claimed
- NOC from the concerned HOD for in-service candidates, if applicable
Reservation, Local Status and Important Rules
Reservation rules will apply as issued by the Government of Andhra Pradesh from time to time. The notification also mentions horizontal reservation for women, EWS reservation and reservation for benchmark disabilities as per the cited Government Orders.
- Certificates issued by competent authorities of the Government of Andhra Pradesh will be considered for reservation claims.
- Candidates belonging to other states are not entitled to reservation benefits in this recruitment.
- Physically challenged candidates claiming disability reservation may be referred to the State Medical Board after certificate verification.
- In-service candidates working as Civil Assistant Surgeons, Civil Assistant Surgeon Specialists or Tutors under relevant government departments must submit NOC from their HOD.
- APMSRB or DME reserves the right to cancel, alter or modify the notification conditions and the number of posts.
Candidates should make sure every eligibility claim is supported by a valid document. Incorrect information or suppression of facts can lead to rejection or debarment.
Official Links
Source: Official notification (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
The walk-in recruitment will be held on 02 June 2026.
APMSRB has notified 8 Assistant Professor vacancies for Government Medical College, Piduguralla.
The venue is the Office of the Director of Medical Education, Old Government Hospital, Hanumanpet, Vijayawada.
The main qualification is PG Degree (MD/MS/DNB) in the concerned specialty from an MCI or NMC-recognized institution with required senior residency.
The fee is Rs. 2,000 for OC candidates and Rs. 1,800 for SC, ST, BC, EWS, differently abled and ex-servicemen candidates.
The age limit is 18 to 42 years as on 01 July 2025.
The notification describes merit-based selection using a 100-point system and does not mention a separate written examination.
The pay scale is Rs. 68,900 to Rs. 2,05,500, with 50% incentive on basic pay for teaching posts at GMC Piduguralla.