AP Educational Service Rules Amendments 2026 – G.O.Ms.No.33
Andhra Pradesh School Education Department has issued amendments to the Andhra Pradesh Educational Service Rules, 1998, through G.O.Ms.No.33, dated 27-10-2026.
This Government Order covers the addition of certain post categories and changes to the unit of appointment in accordance with the organisation of local cadres under the Andhra Pradesh Public Employment (Organisation of Local Cadres and Regulation of Direct Recruitment) Order, 2025.
GO Number: G.O.Ms.No.33
Department: School Education (Services-I) Department
Date: 27 October 2026
Subject: Amendments to the Andhra Pradesh Educational Service Rules, 1998
Effective date specified in the GO: 15 September 2026
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AP Educational Service Rules Amendments – G.O.Ms.No.33
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Important Details of G.O.Ms.No.33
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Government | Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Department | School Education (Services-I) Department |
| GO Number | G.O.Ms.No.33 |
| GO Date | 27-10-2026 |
| Rules amended | Andhra Pradesh Educational Service Rules, 1998 |
| Original Rules | G.O.Ms.No.505, Education Department, dated 16-11-1998 |
| Effective date stated in the notification | 15-09-2026 |
| Local reservation mentioned | 95% for local candidates in direct recruitment to the relevant categories |
Main Amendments to the Educational Service Rules
The Government Order amends Rule 2 and Rule 12 of the Andhra Pradesh Educational Service Rules, 1998.
1. New categories added under Class III
After Category 13 under Class III, the following categories are added:
| Class | Category | Post Name |
|---|---|---|
| Class III | Category 14 | Co-ordinator (PESC) |
| Class III | Category 15 | District Coordinator (Open Schools) |
2. New category added under Class IV
After Category 4 under Class IV, the following category is added:
| Class | Category | Post Name |
|---|---|---|
| Class IV | Category 5 | Mandal Educational Officer-II |
Revised Unit of Appointment – Rule 12
Rule 12, relating to the Unit of Appointment, has been amended by substituting the existing table with a revised table specifying the relevant posts, units of appointment and appointing authorities.
Multi-Zone appointments
| Class / Category | Post | Unit of Appointment | Appointing Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class II, Category 1 | District Educational Officer (DR) | Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II | Government |
| Class III, Category 1 | Deputy Educational Officer | Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II | Director of School Education |
| Class III, Category 4 | Senior Lecturer, D.I.E.T. | Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II | Director of School Education |
| Class III, Category 14 | Co-ordinator (PESC) | Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II | Director of School Education |
| Class III, Category 15 | District Coordinator (Open Schools) | Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II | Director of School Education |
Note: The detailed composition of the Multi-Zones should be checked against the original Government Order. The printed table on page 3 contains an apparent inconsistency in the description of Multi Zone-II.
Zone-Wise Unit of Appointment for Class IV Posts
The Government Order lists the following districts under each zone for the relevant Class IV posts.
| Zone | Districts listed in the GO |
|---|---|
| Zone-I | Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli |
| Zone-II | Alluri Sitarama Raju, East Godavari, Kakinada, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema |
| Zone-III | West Godavari, Eluru, NTR, Krishna |
| Zone-IV | Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore |
| Zone-V | Tirupati, Chittoor, Annamayya, YSR Kadapa |
| Zone-VI | Nandyal, Ananthapuramu, Kurnool, Sri Sathya Sai |
Class IV posts and appointing authority
The revised table covers the following Class IV categories and posts:
| Category | Post Name | Appointing Authority shown in the GO |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Mandal Educational Officer | Regional Joint Director of School Education |
| Category 1 | Deputy Inspector of Schools | Regional Joint Director of School Education |
| Category 2 | Lecturer, D.I.E.T. | Regional Joint Director of School Education |
| Category 3 | Lecturer in Physical Education, D.I.E.T.; Regional Inspector of Physical Education | Regional Joint Director of School Education |
| Category 4 | Lecturer in Art Education, D.I.E.T. | Regional Joint Director of School Education |
| Category 5 | Mandal Educational Officer-II | Regional Joint Director of School Education |
95% Reservation for Local Candidates
Note 2 of the amended rules states that the extent of reservation in favour of local candidates in direct recruitment to the categories of posts to be filled by direct recruitment shall be 95%, as specified in the Presidential Order, 2025.
The unit of appointment specified in the amended table constitutes a separate unit for appointment, recruitment, discharge, seniority, promotion, transfer and other service matters, in terms of Paragraph 5(1) of the Presidential Order, 2025.
Background of the Amendment
According to the Government Order, the amendments follow the organisation of civil posts under the administrative control of the Director of School Education into District, Zone and Multi-Zone local cadres. The Government states that the service rules are being amended to conform to the approved organisation of local cadres.
The notification is issued under the powers conferred by Sections 78(1) and 78(2), read with Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Education Act, 1982.
Key Points at a Glance
- G.O.Ms.No.33 was issued on 27 October 2026.
- The Andhra Pradesh Educational Service Rules, 1998, are amended.
- Co-ordinator (PESC) is added as Class III, Category 14.
- District Coordinator (Open Schools) is added as Class III, Category 15.
- Mandal Educational Officer-II is added as Class IV, Category 5.
- Rule 12's Unit of Appointment table is substituted.
- The amended rules refer to District, Zone and Multi-Zone appointment units.
- The notification states an effective date of 15 September 2026.
- The GO specifies 95% reservation for local candidates in the relevant direct recruitment categories.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is G.O.Ms.No.33 about?
It concerns amendments to the Andhra Pradesh Educational Service Rules, 1998, including new post categories and a revised Unit of Appointment table.
2. What is the date of G.O.Ms.No.33?
The Government Order is dated 27 October 2026.
3. Which new categories are added under Class III?
Co-ordinator (PESC), Category 14, and District Coordinator (Open Schools), Category 15, are added.
4. Which new category is added under Class IV?
Mandal Educational Officer-II is added as Category 5 under Class IV.
5. What changes are made to Rule 12?
The existing Unit of Appointment table is substituted with a revised table specifying posts, appointment units and appointing authorities.
6. What percentage of local reservation is mentioned?
The notification specifies 95% reservation in favour of local candidates in the relevant categories of posts filled by direct recruitment.
7. From which date are the amendments effective?
The notification states that the amendments are deemed to have come into force with effect from 15 September 2026.
8. Where can I download the original Government Order?
Use the Download GO PDF button in this post after the publisher adds the publicly accessible PDF link.
Official Document and Disclaimer
This article summarises the contents of G.O.Ms.No.33, dated 27-10-2026, based on the supplied Government Order PDF. Readers should refer to the complete original document for the authoritative wording, conditions and implementation details.
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