KGBV Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 299 Principal, PGT, CRT & PET Posts
The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Samagra Shiksha Department has officially released the KGBV Recruitment 2026 Notification for various teaching posts in Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs). Eligible women candidates can now apply online for Principal, Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Contract Residential Teacher (CRT), and Physical Education Teacher (PET) posts on a contract basis for the academic year 2026-27.
This is an excellent opportunity for women candidates who are looking for teaching jobs in Andhra Pradesh government residential schools. A total of 299 vacancies have been announced across different districts of Andhra Pradesh. Candidates will be selected purely on a merit basis without any written examination.
The recruitment will be conducted district-wise and the selected candidates will work in Type-III KGBVs located across Andhra Pradesh except East Godavari, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, West Godavari, Krishna, and Guntur districts. Candidates who fulfill the required educational qualifications and eligibility criteria can submit their online applications before the last date.
KGBV Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Samagra Shiksha Andhra Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | KGBV Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Number | 01/KGBV/APSS/2026 |
| Posts Name | Principal, PGT, CRT, PET |
| Total Vacancies | 299 |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Merit Basis |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 June 2026 |
KGBV Vacancy 2026 Details
The department has announced 299 teaching vacancies under different categories. The detailed post-wise vacancy distribution is given below.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 16 |
| Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) | 98 |
| Contract Residential Teachers (CRTs) | 133 |
| Physical Education Teachers (PETs) | 52 |
| Total | 299 |
District Wise Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across various districts in Andhra Pradesh. Major districts with higher vacancies include Kurnool, Sri Sathya Sai, Anantapuramu, Markapuram, Palnadu, and PVP Manyam.
Some important district-wise CRT vacancies are:
| District | CRT Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Kurnool | 19 |
| Sri Sathya Sai | 15 |
| PVP Manyam | 12 |
| Palnadu | 9 |
| Anakapalli | 9 |
| Markapuram | 6 |
Similarly, PGT vacancies are highest in Markapuram, Anantapuramu, Sri Sathya Sai, and Vizianagaram districts.
Important Dates
Candidates must remember the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 26 May 2026 |
| Starting Date of Online Application | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 June 2026 |
| Selection List Generation | 07 June 2026 |
| Certificate Verification | 09 June 2026 |
| Final Merit List | 12 June 2026 |
| Grievance Redressal | 14–16 June 2026 |
| Appointment Orders | 18 June 2026 |
| Reporting to Duty | 20 June 2026 |
Application Fee
All eligible candidates must pay the prescribed application fee while submitting the online application form.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹300 |
The application fee must be paid online through the official payment gateway.
Age Limit
The age limit for KGBV Recruitment 2026 is as follows:
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Candidates | 45 Years |
| SC/ST/BC/EWS Candidates | 50 Years |
| Differently Abled Candidates | 52 Years |
| Ex-Service Women | 45 Years |
The minimum age required is 18 years as on 01 July 2025.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for KGBV Recruitment 2026 must possess the required educational qualifications according to the post.
Principal Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Any Post Graduate Degree with minimum qualifying marks
- B.Ed or M.A Education
- APTET qualification is mandatory
PGT Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Relevant Post Graduation Degree
- B.Ed qualification
- APTET qualification for general subjects
Various subjects include:
- English
- Maths
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Botany
- Zoology
- History
- Economics
- Civics
- Commerce
- Vocational Subjects
CRT Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor Degree in relevant subject
- B.Ed qualification
- APTET qualification
Subjects include:
- Telugu
- Hindi
- English
- Mathematics
- Physical Science
- Biological Science
- Social Studies
PET Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Intermediate or Degree qualification
- UGD.P.Ed / B.P.Ed / M.P.Ed qualification
TET qualification is not required for PET posts.
TET Qualification
The Teacher Eligibility Test qualification is mandatory for:
- Principals
- CRTs
- PGTs (General Subjects)
TET qualification is not required for:
- PET posts
- Vocational PGT posts
Selection Process
The selection process for KGBV Recruitment 2026 will be conducted purely on a merit basis. There will be no written examination.
The merit list will be prepared based on:
- SSC Marks
- Intermediate Marks
- Degree Marks
- Post Graduation Marks
- B.Ed Marks
Different weightage systems are applicable for Principal, PGT, CRT, and PET posts.
The authorities will verify all uploaded certificates before finalizing the merit list.
Merit Calculation Details
For Principal & PGT Posts
| Qualification | Weightage |
|---|---|
| SSC | 20 Marks |
| Intermediate | 10 Marks |
| Degree | 20 Marks |
| PG | 30 Marks |
| B.Ed | 20 Marks |
For CRT Posts
| Qualification | Weightage |
|---|---|
| SSC | 20 Marks |
| Intermediate | 20 Marks |
| Degree | 30 Marks |
| B.Ed | 30 Marks |
For PET Posts
| Qualification | Weightage |
|---|---|
| SSC | 20 Marks |
| Intermediate | 40 Marks |
| UGD.P.Ed/B.P.Ed | 40 Marks |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive the following monthly honorarium.
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Principal | ₹34,139 |
| PGT | ₹26,759 |
| CRT | ₹26,759 |
| PET | ₹26,759 |
Reservation Rules
The Andhra Pradesh Government reservation rules will be followed during recruitment. Reservation benefits are applicable for:
- SC
- ST
- BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E
- EWS
- Differently Abled Candidates
Only women candidates are eligible because all KGBVs are girls’ educational institutions.
Important Instructions
Candidates should carefully follow the instructions mentioned in the notification.
- Only women candidates can apply
- Applications must be submitted online only
- Offline applications will not be accepted
- Candidates can apply for only one district
- All documents must be uploaded properly
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Candidates providing false information may face permanent debarment
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready during certificate verification.
| Required Documents |
|---|
| SSC Certificate |
| Intermediate Certificate |
| Degree Certificate |
| PG Certificate |
| B.Ed Certificate |
| Local Status Certificate |
| Caste Certificate |
| Income Certificate |
| EWS Certificate |
| Disability Certificate |
| TET Documents |
How to Apply for KGBV Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow the step-by-step process below to apply online.
- Visit the official website
- Open the KGBV Recruitment 2026 application link
- Register with required details
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload scanned documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application form
- Take a printout for future reference
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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