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DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor Recruitment 2026 – Golden Opportunity for Teaching Jobs in Andhra Pradesh
The District Educational Officer (DEO), Chittoor has released the official notification for the engagement of 249 Academic Instructors (School Assistants and Secondary Grade Teachers) in Government/ZPP/MPP/Municipality and Municipal Corporation Schools across Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking Sarkari Naukri in the teaching sector. The engagement is purely temporary for 8 months (September 2026 to April 2027) and offers a fixed monthly honorarium. Eligible candidates can apply offline at the concerned Mandal Educational Office (MRC) between 16 August 2026 and 21 August 2026. Read the full article for complete details on vacancy, eligibility, salary, selection process, and how to apply.
Quick Summary – DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor Recruitment 2026
| Organization | Office of the District Educational Officer, Chittoor |
| Post Name | Academic Instructor – School Assistant (SA) & Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) |
| Total Vacancies | 249 (SA: 93, SGT: 156) |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 |
| Official Website | deo.chittoor.ap.gov.in |
Important Dates – DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor Recruitment 2026
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Press Notification | 14 & 15 August 2026 |
| Application Submission Period | 16 August 2026 to 21 August 2026 |
| Submission of Applications to DEO by MEO | 22 August 2026 |
| Committee Scrutiny | 23 – 26 August 2026 |
| File Process to District Collector for Approval | 27 & 28 August 2026 |
| List Communicated to MEOs and HMs | 29 August 2026 |
| Issue of Appointment Orders through SMC | 30 & 31 August 2026 |
| Date of Joining | 1 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details – DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor 2026
Total 249 posts are available for Chittoor District. Below is the category-wise distribution:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Academic Instructor – School Assistant (SA) | 93 |
| Academic Instructor – Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) | 156 |
| Total | 249 |
The SA posts are further categorized by subject (Urdu, Hindi, English, Maths, Physical Science, Biological Science, Social Studies) and medium (Telugu, Urdu, Tamil). SGT posts are available in Telugu, Urdu, and Tamil medium. A detailed mandal-wise breakup covering all 27 mandals is available in the official notification PDF.
✅ Eligibility Criteria – DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor 2026
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements as per the notification:
- Priority 1: Candidates who are natives of the concerned village/mandal.
- Priority 2: TET (Teacher Eligibility Test) qualified candidates.
- Priority 3: If no TET-qualified candidate is available, candidates with the requisite Academic and Professional Qualification (as per DSC norms) will be considered.
Academic qualifications required include SSC, Intermediate, Graduation, and Post Graduation (if applicable). Professional qualifications: D.El.Ed or B.Ed with appropriate methodology. The exact minimum percentage/GPAs are not specified in the notification; candidates should refer to the latest DSC notification norms.
Age Limit
Age limit is not specified in the notification. Candidates must provide Date of Birth as per SSC Certificate.
Salary / Honorarium – DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor 2026
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly honorarium for the 8-month engagement period (1 September 2026 to 30 April 2027). The payment will be credited directly to the bank account through online mode.
| Post | Monthly Honorarium (₹) |
|---|---|
| School Assistant (SA) | 12,500 |
| Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) | 10,000 |
Selection Process – DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor 2026
The selection is based on scrutiny of applications and preference criteria. The process includes:
- MEO issues press note with school-wise vacancy details.
- Candidates submit applications at MRC.
- MEOs forward applications to DEO.
- Committee scrutinizes applications (23–26 August 2026).
- File sent to District Collector for approval.
- Final list communicated to MEOs and HMs.
- Appointment orders issued by SMC.
- Joining date: 1 September 2026.
If a selected candidate does not join, the next meritorious candidate is considered.
How to Apply for DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply offline:
- Download the application form from the official website or obtain it from the Mandal Educational Office.
- Fill in all required details: Personal Information, Academic Qualifications (SSC, Intermediate, Graduation, Post Graduation), Professional Qualifications (D.El.Ed/B.Ed), TET marks, Bank details, and Residential details.
- Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents.
- Submit the completed application at the concerned Mandal Educational Office (MRC) between 16 August 2026 and 21 August 2026 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
- Selected candidates must open a bank account in a nationalized bank and provide details to the MEO.
⚠️ Important Instructions
- The engagement is purely temporary for 8 months (01.09.2026 to 30.04.2027). Services automatically cease from 01.05.2027.
- Selected candidates must join their allotted school on 01.09.2026.
- If a candidate does not join, the next meritorious candidate will be considered.
- MEOs must submit attendance details of Academic Instructors to DEO by the 2nd of every month.
- Honorarium will be paid strictly as per rules via direct bank transfer.
- Minimum TET marks required: OC – 90, BC – 75, SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen – 60.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor Recruitment 2026
1. What is the last date to apply for DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor 2026?
The last date to submit the application offline is 21 August 2026.
2. How many vacancies are there in DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 249 vacancies – 93 for School Assistants and 156 for Secondary Grade Teachers.
3. What is the salary for School Assistant and SGT in this recruitment?
School Assistants will receive ₹12,500 per month and SGTs will receive ₹10,000 per month as honorarium.
4. What is the eligibility for DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor 2026?
Preference is given to natives of the village/mandal and TET-qualified candidates. Otherwise, candidates with requisite academic and professional qualifications (as per DSC norms) are considered.
5. Is this a permanent government job?
No, this is a purely temporary engagement for 8 months from September 2026 to April 2027.
6. How to apply for DEO Chittoor Academic Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted offline at the concerned Mandal Educational Office (MRC) between 16 and 21 August 2026.
7. Where can I download the official notification PDF?
The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the DEO Chittoor website: deo.chittoor.ap.gov.in.
8. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection is based on application scrutiny, preference criteria (native, TET qualification), and approval from the District Collector. No written exam or interview is mentioned.