APMSRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 220 Posts
The Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board (APMSRB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 220 Assistant Professor posts. This is a significant opportunity for medical professionals looking to join the academic sector in Andhra Pradesh. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.
APMSRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name |
Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board (APMSRB) |
| Post Name |
Assistant Professor (Clinical, Non-Clinical and Super Specialties) |
| No of Posts |
220 |
| Last Date to Apply |
22/01/2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Official Website |
https://dme.ap.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
Category-wise Distribution
| Post Name |
No. of Posts |
Salary |
| Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
130 |
Rs. 68,900 - 2,05,500 |
| Assistant Professor (Non-Clinical) |
16 |
Rs. 68,900 - 2,05,500 |
| Assistant Professor (Super Specialty) |
74 |
Rs. 68,900 - 2,05,500 (+ Rs. 30,000/- Allowance) |
Specialty-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Specialty |
Posts |
| Clinical Specialties |
| General Medicine | 18 |
| General Surgery | 13 |
| OBG | 15 |
| Anaesthesia | 14 |
| Paediatrics | 6 |
| Orthopaedics | 3 |
| Ophthamology | 8 |
| Psychiatry | 2 |
| ENT | 3 |
| Emergency Medicine | 9 |
| Hospital Administration | 5 |
| Nuclear Medicine | 2 |
| Radiology | 20 |
| Radiation Therapy / Radiation Oncology | 8 |
| Transfusion Medicine | 4 |
| Non-Clinical Specialties |
| Pathology | 9 |
| Forensic Medicine | 7 |
| Super Specialties |
| C.T Surgery | 10 |
| Cardiology | 6 |
| Endocrinology | 2 |
| Medical Gastro Enterology | 3 |
| Medical Oncology | 10 |
| Neonatology | 1 |
| Nephrology | 10 |
| Neuro Surgery | 10 |
| Neurology | 4 |
| Paediatric Surgery | 2 |
| Plastic Surgery | 2 |
| Surgical Oncology | 8 |
| Urology | 3 |
| Vascular Surgery | 1 |
| Paediatric Oncology | 1 |
| Head and Neck Surgery | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Assistant Professor (Clinical and Non-Clinical)
- Essential: PG Degree (MD/MS/DNB) in the concerned specialty from institutions recognized by MCI/NMC. The candidate should possess the prescribed academic qualification as on the date of notification (01/01/2026).
- Experience: Candidates must have completed one year Senior Residency from a recognized institute after completion of the required qualification.
- Additional Requirement: AP Medical Council Registration Certificate is mandatory. Candidates who have completed DNB from institutions not recognized by NMC must have completed one additional year of Senior Residency.
Eligibility for Assistant Professor (Super Specialty)
- Essential: PG Degree (DNB/DrNB/DM/MCh) in the concerned super specialty from institutions recognized by MCI/NMC. The candidate should possess the prescribed academic qualification as on the date of notification (01/01/2026).
- Experience: Senior Residency is not required for super specialties.
- Additional Requirement: AP Medical Council Registration Certificate is mandatory.
General Eligibility & Requirements
- Local Status: Only Local Candidates of Andhra Pradesh are eligible to apply. Candidates who studied from 4th Class to 10th Class in the State of Andhra Pradesh are considered as local. Candidates who migrated to any part of AP from the State of Telangana within a period of 3 years from 2nd June 2014 are also eligible.
- Age Limit: Minimum Age: 18 years; Maximum Age: 42 years (as of 01/07/2025).
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC, ST, BC and EWS; 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD); Ex-servicemen allowed to deduct age (3 years + service length).
- Desirable/Restrictions: Candidates already working as Assistant Professors under Director of Medical Education are not eligible. No contract weightage marks will be awarded to Doctors working on Regular basis or who rendered contract service prior to their PG qualification.
- Application Fee: OC (General): Rs. 2,000/-; SC/ST/BC/EWS/PBD: Rs. 1,500/-.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on merit and Rule of Reservation. Total Marks: 100.
- Marks for Qualifying Examination: 75 Marks.
- Weightage for Years Since Passing: 10 marks (@ 1 mark per year since PG/Super-specialty completion).
- Central Institution Weightage: 5 marks.
- Contract Service Weightage:
- COVID-19 duties: @ 5.0 Marks per six months (0.83 Mark per completed month).
- Tribal Area: @ 2.5 Marks per six months.
- Rural Area: @ 2.0 Marks per six months.
- Urban Area: @ 1.0 Mark per six months.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Date | 01/01/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08/01/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 22/01/2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Age Calculation Date | 01/07/2025 |
| Crucial Date for Qualification | 01/01/2026 |
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online through https://dme.ap.nic.in.
- Pay application fee through payment gateway.
- Upload all required certificates in PDF format (SSC, Degree, SR Certificate, AP Medical Council Registration, etc.).
- Fill all relevant columns of the application form carefully.
- Upon submission, a notification-wise Application Number will be generated. Keep it for future reference.
Important Links:
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here
FAQs
Q: What is the last date to apply for APMSRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 22/01/2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q: How many vacancies are available for Assistant Professor posts?
A: There are a total of 220 vacancies across Clinical, Non-Clinical, and Super Specialty disciplines.
Q: Is Senior Residency mandatory for all posts?
A: Yes, for Clinical and Non-Clinical posts. However, Senior Residency is not required for Super Specialty posts.