AP DSC Notification 2025 Out: Check Exam Dates, Eligibility, Pattern & Vacancies
The official AP DSC Notification 2025 has been released, bringing exciting job opportunities for aspiring teachers in Andhra Pradesh. With more than 16,000 vacancies, this recruitment drive is one of the largest for School Assistants (SA), Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT), Post Graduate Teachers (PGT), Physical Education Teachers (PET), and Principals.
Important Dates: AP DSC Notification 2025
- Notification Release Date: April 21, 2025
- Online Application Start Date: April 21, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: May 15, 2025
- Mock Test Availability: May 15, 2025
- Admit Card Release Date: May 30, 2025
- Exam Dates: June 6, 2025 to July 6, 2025
- Initial Key Release: July 8–9, 2025 (Tentative)
- Objection Window for Initial Key: July 9 to July 16, 2025
- Final Key Release: July 22, 2025
- Merit List Publication: July 29, 2025
- Completion of Recruitment Process: By July 30, 2025
Vacancies under AP DSC Notification 2025
A total of approximately 16,000 posts are to be filled under this notification. The posts include:
- School Assistant (SA) / Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)
- Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
- Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT)
- Principal
- Physical Education Teacher (PET)
Eligibility Criteria for AP DSC Notification 2025
Educational Qualification:
- SGT: Intermediate + D.El.Ed.
- SA / TGT: Degree + B.Ed. (in relevant methodology)
- PGT: Post Graduation in relevant subject + B.Ed.
- Principal: PG + B.Ed. + Teaching experience
- PET: Degree + B.P.Ed./D.P.Ed.
Note: Candidates must have passed their qualifying exam by May 15, 2025. Appearing candidates or those awaiting results are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on July 1, 2024):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 44 years
- OBC/SC/ST/EWS: 49 years
- PwD: 54 years
Exam Mode and Pattern: AP DSC Notification 2025
The AP DSC 2025 exam will be conducted online for the first time. A mock test facility will be available from May 15, 2025, to help candidates get familiar with the computer-based format.
School Assistant / TGT Exam Pattern:
- Total Duration: 2.5 hours
- Total Questions: 160
- Total Marks: 80
- Sections:
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs – 20 Qs (10 Marks)
- Educational Perspectives – 10 Qs (5 Marks)
- Educational Psychology – 10 Qs (5 Marks)
- Content (Subject) – 80 Qs (40 Marks)
- Methodology – 40 Qs (20 Marks)
SGT Exam Pattern:
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs – 16 Qs (8 Marks)
- Educational Perspectives – 8 Qs (4 Marks)
- Educational Psychology – 16 Qs (8 Marks)
- Language-I (Any one of Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, etc.)
- Content – 16 Qs (8 Marks)
- Methodology – 16 Qs (8 Marks)
- Language-II (English)
- Content – 16 Qs (8 Marks)
- Methodology – 16 Qs (8 Marks)
- Mathematics, Science, Social – Separate section
PET Exam Pattern:
- Educational Perspectives – 10 Qs (5 Marks)
- Physical Education Content – 80 Qs (40 Marks)
- Methods in Physical Education – 40 Qs (20 Marks)
- Educational Psychology – 10 Qs (5 Marks)
All questions are Objective Type (MCQs).
Application Process for AP DSC Notification 2025
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website from April 21 to May 15, 2025. Ensure all documents like educational certificates, ID proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and recent photographs are ready before applying.
Final Words on AP DSC Notification 2025
The AP DSC Notification 2025 offers a golden opportunity for candidates aiming to become teachers in government schools. With the recruitment process scheduled to complete by July 30, 2025, aspirants must gear up with proper preparation, especially for the subject-specific content and methodology sections.
Stay updated and prepare smartly to crack the AP DSC 2025 exam in your desired category.