APPSC Lecturer DIET & SCERT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 160 Teaching Posts
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160
Senior Lecturer in District Institutes of Education and Training (D.I.E.T), Lecturer in State Council of Educational Research and Training (S.C.E.R.T), Lecturer in District Institutes of Education and Training (D.I.E.T)
ANY POST GRADUATE
Verify My Eligibility18 – 44 Yrs
as on 1 Jul 2026
₹54,060–₹1,82,400
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has officially issued Notification No. 30/2026 for the direct recruitment of 160 teaching faculty posts under the A.P. School Education Services. The recruitment features 46 posts of Senior Lecturer in District Institutes of Education and Training (D.I.E.T) in the scale of ₹61,960–₹1,51,370; 10 posts of Lecturer in State Council of Educational Research and Training (S.C.E.R.T) in the scale of ₹57,700–₹1,82,400; and 104 posts of Lecturer in D.I.E.T in the scale of ₹54,060–₹1,40,540. Candidates holding a Master's Degree with at least 50% marks in the relevant school subject along with an M.Ed. degree with at least 55% marks, aged between 18 and 44 years as on 01 July 2026 (with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/BC/EWS), can submit their online applications from 18 November 2026 to 08 December 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) at psc.ap.gov.in.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- 160 prestigious gazetted teacher education faculty vacancies notified under APPSC Notification No. 30/2026.
- Positions include 46 Senior Lecturers DIET, 10 Lecturers SCERT, and 104 Lecturers DIET.
- Attractive revised state pay scale offering basic pay up to ₹1,82,400 with monthly in-hand salary exceeding ₹76,000.
- Single-tier selection via Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) comprising Paper-I (General Studies) and Paper-II (Concerned Subject/Pedagogy).
- Upper age limit of 44 years with 5-year statutory relaxation for BC, SC, ST, and EWS candidates of Andhra Pradesh.
- Online application gateway opens on 18 November 2026 and closes on 08 December 2026 at psc.ap.gov.in.
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
44 Years
* Age calculated as on: 1 July 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
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Important Dates & Timeline
Notification Released
13 October 2026
Application Start Date
18 November 2026
Last Date to Apply
8 December 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Lecturer in District Institutes of Education and Training (D.I.E.T) | 46 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| Lecturer in State Council of Educational Research and Training (S.C.E.R.T) | 10 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| Lecturer in District Institutes of Education and Training (D.I.E.T) | 104 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: Revised Pay Scales (RPS 2022) with ₹54,060 - ₹1,40,540 for Lecturer DIET; ₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400 for Lecturer SCERT; and ₹61,960 - ₹1,51,370 for Senior Lecturer DIET with Dearness Allowance, HRA & Medical Allowances
Official Pay Scale
₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 (Lecturer DIET) / ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 (Lecturer SCERT) / ₹61,960 – ₹1,51,370 (Senior Lecturer DIET)
₹66,872
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹8.82 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
Stage 1: Paper-I General Studies & Mental Ability (CBRT)
Exam Mode: Computer Based Recruitment Test (Objective MCQ)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies, Current Affairs & Mental Ability | 150 | 150 |
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Paper-I: General Studies & Mental Ability
0 / 7 donePaper-II: Teacher Education & Curriculum Pedagogy
0 / 7 doneHow to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
Step 1: Open the official Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission website at psc.ap.gov.in.
Step 2: If registering for the first time, click on 'One Time Profile Registration (OTPR)' and complete user creation with Aadhaar authentication.
Step 3: Log in using your OTPR ID and password on the APPSC candidate portal.
Step 4: Under the 'Notifications' tab, locate 'Notification No. 30/2026 - Lecturers in D.I.E.T and S.C.E.R.T' and click 'Apply Online'.
Step 5: Select your targeted post (Senior Lecturer DIET, Lecturer SCERT, or Lecturer DIET) and chosen pedagogical subject.
Step 6: Confirm your Post-Graduate and M.Ed. marks and upload scanned photograph, signature, and NCTE approval copies.
Step 7: Pay the processing and examination fee online through the payment gateway (Net Banking / Debit Card / UPI).
Step 8: Review the completed application form, submit before 08 December 2026 (11:59 PM), and download the generated PDF acknowledgment.
Scanned Color Photograph
20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format, 3.5cm x 4.5cm, clear white background
Scanned Signature
10 KB to 30 KB, JPEG format, black ink on white paper
Class 10th (SSC) Certificate
100 KB to 300 KB, PDF format, proof of date of birth
Post-Graduate Degree & Consolidated Marksheets
100 KB to 500 KB, PDF format, showing minimum 50% marks
M.Ed. Degree Certificate & Marksheet
100 KB to 500 KB, PDF format, showing minimum 55% marks from NCTE-recognized institution
Community Certificate (BC / SC / ST / EWS)
100 KB to 300 KB, PDF format, issued by competent Revenue Authority of Andhra Pradesh
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Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: Online payment gateway via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI on APPSC Official Portal
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is APPSC Notification No. 30/2026 for?
Notification No. 30/2026 is released by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission for direct recruitment to 160 faculty posts of Senior Lecturer in DIET, Lecturer in SCERT, and Lecturer in DIET under A.P. School Education Services.
What are the registration and application dates for APPSC DIET & SCERT Lecturer 2026?
The online application window will be active from 18 November 2026 to 08 December 2026 (up to 11:59 PM). The initial brief notification was notified on 13 October 2026.
What is the post-wise vacancy breakup under Notification 30/2026?
The 160 total vacancies are distributed as follows: Senior Lecturer D.I.E.T (46 posts), Lecturer S.C.E.R.T (10 posts), and Lecturer D.I.E.T (104 posts).
What educational qualification is required to apply for Lecturer in DIET/SCERT?
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree (P.G.) in the relevant subject with not less than 50% marks from a recognized university, and a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree with not less than 55% marks from an NCTE-recognized institution.
What is the age limit and relaxation criteria?
The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 01 July 2026. Upper age relaxation of 5 years is applicable to SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates of Andhra Pradesh, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
What is the salary structure for Senior Lecturer and Lecturer posts?
Senior Lecturers DIET receive a pay scale of ₹61,960 - ₹1,51,370; Lecturers SCERT receive ₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400; and Lecturers DIET receive ₹54,060 - ₹1,40,540. With DA and HRA, starting in-hand pay ranges between ₹72,000 and ₹84,000 per month.
What is the examination pattern and selection procedure?
Selection is based entirely on merit in a Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) comprising two objective papers: Paper-I General Studies and Mental Ability (150 Marks, 150 Minutes) and Paper-II Concerned Subject / Pedagogy (150 Marks, 150 Minutes). There is a negative marking of 1/3rd (0.33) marks for wrong answers.
What is the application fee for APPSC Lecturer recruitment?
All applicants must pay an application processing fee of ₹250. In addition, unreserved/OC candidates pay an examination fee of ₹120 (total ₹370), while SC, ST, BC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the ₹120 exam fee (paying only ₹250).
Is One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) mandatory for APPSC?
Yes. Candidates must have an active One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) ID on the APPSC portal. New users must register on psc.ap.gov.in before submitting their application.
How do candidates apply online for APPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026?
Log in with OTPR credentials at psc.ap.gov.in, navigate to 'Online Application Submission', select Notification No. 30/2026, choose your post and subject specialization, verify academic credentials, pay the fee online, and submit before 08 December 2026.
Last Date to Apply
8 December 2026
⏳ 47 Days Remaining
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