The Andhra Pradesh Samagra Shiksha Department has officially released the AP KGBV Recruitment 2026 Notification for 299 teaching vacancies in Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs). The recruitment aims to fill positions of Principal, Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Contract Residential Teacher (CRT), and Physical Education Teacher (PET) on a contract basis for the academic year 2026-27.
Eligible women candidates can submit their online applications from 27 May 2026 to 05 June 2026. The recruitment is applicable for Type-III KGBVs across Andhra Pradesh, excluding East Godavari, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, West Godavari, Krishna, and Guntur districts.
AP KGBV Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Samagra Shiksha, Andhra Pradesh |
| Recruitment Name | AP KGBV Teaching Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Number | 01/KGBV/APSS/2026 |
| Posts | Principal, PGT, CRT, PET |
| Total Vacancies | 299 |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹300 |
| Application Start Date | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Academic Merit-Based |
| Official Recruitment Year | 2026-27 |
AP KGBV Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 26 May 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 June 2026 |
| Selection List Generation | 07 June 2026 |
| Certificate Verification | 09 June 2026 |
| Final Merit List | 12 June 2026 |
| Grievance Redressal | 14–16 June 2026 |
| Appointment Orders | 18 June 2026 |
| Reporting to Duty | 20 June 2026 |
Andhra Pradesh KGBV Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 299 vacancies have been announced for various teaching positions.
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 16 |
| Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) | 98 |
| Contract Residential Teachers (CRTs) | 133 |
| Physical Education Teachers (PETs) | 52 |
| Total | 299 |
Eligibility Criteria for AP KGBV Recruitment 2026
Before applying, candidates must ensure that they meet the prescribed age and educational qualifications.
Age Limit
Candidates should be between 18 and 45 years of age as on 01 July 2025.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/BC/EWS | 50 Years |
| Differently Abled Candidates | 52 Years |
| Ex-Service Women | 45 Years |
Educational Qualifications
Principal
Candidates must possess:
- Post-Graduation with prescribed marks
- B.Ed. or M.A. Education from a recognized university
- Valid APTET qualification
Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
Applicants should have:
- Master’s Degree in the concerned subject
- B.Ed. with relevant methodology
- APTET qualification
Contract Residential Teacher (CRT)
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject
- B.Ed. with concerned methodology
- APTET qualification
Physical Education Teacher (PET)
Applicants should have:
- Intermediate or Degree qualification
- UGD.P.Ed/B.P.Ed/M.P.Ed qualification
- TET qualification is not mandatory
TET Requirement
| Post | TET Required |
|---|---|
| Principal | Yes |
| PGT (General Subjects) | Yes |
| CRT | Yes |
| PET | No |
| Vocational PGT | No |
AP KGBV Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the application fee online during the application process.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹300 |
How to Apply for AP KGBV Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can complete the online application process by following these steps:
- Visit the official recruitment portal.
- Click on the AP KGBV Recruitment 2026 Apply Online link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the application fee of ₹300.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
Click Here to Apply Online for AP KGBV Recruitment 2026
Documents Required for AP KGBV Recruitment 2026
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before filling out the application form:
- SSC Certificate
- Intermediate Certificate
- Degree Certificate
- Post-Graduation Certificate (if applicable)
- B.Ed./UGD.P.Ed/B.P.Ed Certificates
- Local Status Certificate
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- TET Qualification Certificate
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
AP KGBV Selection Process 2026
The recruitment will be conducted purely on the basis of academic merit and weightage marks. No written examination has been prescribed.
The merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in:
- SSC
- Intermediate
- Degree
- Post Graduation
- Professional Qualifications (B.Ed./M.A Education/Physical Education)
Merit Weightage for Principal and PGT Posts
| Qualification | Weightage |
|---|---|
| SSC | 20 Marks |
| Intermediate | 10 Marks |
| Degree | 20 Marks |
| Post Graduation | 30 Marks |
| B.Ed./M.A Education | 20 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
CRT Posts Merit Weightage
| Qualification | Weightage |
|---|---|
| SSC | 20 Marks |
| Intermediate | 20 Marks |
| Degree | 30 Marks |
| B.Ed./M.A Education | 30 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Merit Weightage for PET Posts
| Qualification | Weightage |
|---|---|
| SSC | 20 Marks |
| Intermediate | 40 Marks |
| UGD.P.Ed/B.P.Ed | 40 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
AP KGBV Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly honorarium as per the norms of Samagra Shiksha.
| Post | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Principal | ₹34,139 |
| PGT | ₹26,759 |
| CRT | ₹26,759 |
| PET | ₹26,759 |
Also Check: AP TET June 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online, Exam Dates
Key Points to Remember
- Total vacancies announced: 299
- Posts available: Principal, PGT, CRT, and PET
- Applications accepted only through online mode
- Application fee: ₹300
- Last date to apply: 05 June 2026
- Selection based entirely on academic merit
- Recruitment is open only to eligible women candidates
- Appointments will be made on a contract basis for the academic year 2026-27
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