Introduction
The Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh has released Notification No. 2/2026 on 10‑07‑2026 for the recruitment of Senior Residents in Broad and Super Specialties across its Government Medical Colleges and Hospitals. A total of 234 provisional vacancies are available, and applications are accepted online only.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Post Name |
Senior Residents |
| Total Vacancies |
234 (provisional) |
| Application Mode |
Online only |
| Start Date |
15‑07‑2026 |
| Last Date |
19‑07‑2026 |
Post & Organization Details
The posts are for Senior Residents in both Broad Specialties and Super Specialties. Positions are located in Government Medical Colleges and Hospitals that function under the Directorate of Medical Education, Andhra Pradesh. The tenure of each appointment is 1 year (tenured), and the selected candidates must complete the full tenure.
Vacancy Details
| Post |
Institution/Department |
Total Vacancies |
| Senior Residents (Broad and Super Specialties) |
Government Medical Colleges and Hospitals under DME, Andhra Pradesh |
234 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Postgraduate degree MD/MS in the concerned specialty, or DNB in Broad Specialties granted by a medical institution with an attached hospital or a hospital having ≥ 500 beds, as per Teachers Eligibility Qualifications in Medical Institutions Regulations, 2022.
- Registration with the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council is mandatory.
Age Limit
| Category of Specialty |
Maximum Age Limit (as on 10‑07‑2026) |
| General Broad and Super Specialties |
44 years |
| Pre‑clinical and Para‑clinical subjects (Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine) |
50 years |
Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/BC/EWS/PH, etc.) is not specified in the notification.
Local Candidature Rule
- A candidate is considered “local” if he/she studied at least four years (4th‑10th class) in Andhra Pradesh.
- Candidates who studied in Telangana and migrated to Andhra Pradesh after bifurcation must produce a revenue‑authority certificate as proof of local status.
- Local candidates are given preference; non‑local candidates with AP Medical Registration are eligible only if local candidates are unavailable for a given post.
Pay Scale & Salary
- Broad Specialties: Rs. 80,500 per month (as per G.O. No. 723, HM&FW, dated 04‑12‑2024).
- Super Specialties: Salary not specified in the notification.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| OC (Open Category) |
Rs. 2,000/- |
| BC, SC, ST |
Rs. 1,000/- |
The fee must be paid online at the time of submitting the application. No separate fee is mentioned for EWS or PH candidates.
Important Dates
| Notification Issue Date |
10‑07‑2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
15‑07‑2026 |
| Online Application Last Date |
19‑07‑2026 |
Selection Process
- The merit scored in the postgraduate examination (theory + practical marks) will be used to prepare the merit list.
- Reservation rules as applicable under State and Subordinate Services will be followed.
- If two or more candidates have identical marks, the older candidate (by date of birth) will be given preference.
- The selection committee reserves the right to modify any condition mentioned in the notification for final selection.
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application portal of the Directorate of Medical Education, Andhra Pradesh (link to be obtained from the official website).
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number to create a login ID and password.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and professional details as per the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (SSC certificate, MBBS & PG degree certificates, mark sheets, AP Medical Council registration, study certificate for local candidature, social status certificate if applicable, etc.).
- Pay the applicable application fee online through the provided payment gateway.
- Review the entered information carefully and submit the application before the last date.
- After submission, take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
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FAQs
- What is the total number of vacancies?
There are 234 provisional vacancies for Senior Residents.
- When does the online application start and end?
Applications open on 15‑07‑2026 and close on 19‑07‑2026.
- What are the educational qualifications required?
Candidates must hold an MD/MS in the relevant specialty or a DNB in Broad Specialties, and must be registered with the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council.
- Is there an age relaxation for reserved categories?
The notification does not specify any age relaxation for SC/ST/BC/EWS/PH categories.
- How is the selection made?
Selection is based on the merit obtained in the postgraduate examination (theory + practical marks) following the applicable reservation rules.
- What is the salary for Broad Specialties?
The monthly remuneration is Rs. 80,500.
- What is the application fee for a General category candidate?
The fee is Rs. 2,000/-.
