AP Model Schools Service Rules 2026 Released for Principals, PGTs and TGTs
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has released the 2026 Service Rules relating to the posts of Principals, Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) and Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) working in AP Model Schools.
In this regard, the School Education Department issued G.O.Ms.No. 47 Dated 03.11.2026 concerning Prinicipals and G.O.Ms.No.48 dated 03.11.2026 concerning PGTs and TGTs. The provisions contained in both Government Orders shall come into force with effect from 12.10.2026.
1. Classification of Posts
As per G.O.Ms.No. 47, the post of Principal has been classified as a Distinct Category.
As per G.O.Ms.No.48, PGT posts have been classified under Class-I, while TGT posts have been classified under Class-II.
Class-I, PGT Categories (10)
The following ten categories are included under PGT:
- PGT English
- PGT Telugu
- PGT Mathematics
- PGT Physics
- PGT Chemistry
- PGT Botany
- PGT Zoology
- PGT Economics
- PGT Civics
- PGT Commerce
Class – II, TGT Categories (6)
The following six categories are included under TGT:
- TGT English
- TGT Telugu
- TGT Hindi
- TGT Mathematics
- TGT Science
- TGT Social Studies
2. Recruitment Method for Principal Posts
As specified in G.O.Ms.No. 47, 33% of the substantive vacancies in Principal posts shall be filled through Direct Recruitment.
The remaining vacancies shall be filled through promotions from PGT Class-I categories (Categories 1 to 10).
The appointing authority for these posts has been designated as the Commissioner/Director of School Education.
3. Recruitment Method for PGT and TGT posts
According to G.O.Ms.No. 48:
PGT Posts:
- 30% of the substantive vacancies in each category shall be filled through Direct Recruitment.
- The remaining 70% shall be filled through promotions from TGT Class-II categories (Categories 1 to 6)
TGT Posts:
TGT Posts shall be filled through Direct Recruitment.
The appointing authority for these posts has been designated as the Regional Joint Director of School Education.
4. Formation of Local Cadres as per Presidential Order 2025
In accordance with the Presidential Order, 2025, the Government issued G.O.Ms.No.212, General Administration (SPF&MC) Department, dated 12.10.2026, establishing the posts under the administrative control of the AP Modal Schools Society as:
- Contiguous District Cadres
- Zonal Cadres
- Multi-Zonal Cadres
The units shall function as separate units for various service matter, including recruitment, direct recruitment, discharge due to non-availability of vacancies, seniority, promotion and transfer.
The Government has prescribed 9% reservation for local candidates in direct recruitment.
5. Unit of Appointment
As per G.O.Ms.No. 47:
For Principal posts, the following have been designated as Units of Appointment:
- Multi-Zone-I: Zone I,II and III
- Multi-Zone-II: Zone IV, V and VI
As per G.O.Ms.No.48:
PGT Posts: The Six Zones shall be Units of Appointment.
TGT Posts: The Six Contiguous District shall be the Units of Appointment.
6. Sanctioned Strength of AP Model School Staff
The Government issued G.O.Ms.No. 143, Finance (HR-II, Creation, Upgrade and Posts) Department, dated 16.10.2026, determining the total cadre strength and the number of working employees in the regular teaching categories of the AP Model School Society.
7. Important Service Conditions
Both Government Orders contain detailed provisions relating to the following service matters:
- Educational qualifications
- Age Limits
- Departmental examination
- Minimum qualifying service for promotions
- Probation
- Promotion Panel Committee
- Unit of Appointment
- Seniority
- Leave rules
- Conduct rules for employees
- Disciplinary proceedings
- Resignation
- Retirement
- Appellate Authority
These provisions establish the service conditions and administrative procedures applicable to the respective teaching categories.
Conclusion:
G.O.Ms.No. 47 and G.O.Ms.No. 48 are important Government Orders governing the service conditons of Prinicipals, Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) and Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) working under the Andhra Pradesh Model Schools Society.
These new Service Rules provide a structured framework for recruitment, promotions, cadre classification, seniority, local cadre arrangements and other service-related matters.
All Principals, PGTs and TGTs working in AP Model Schools should carefully go through these Government Orders to understand the applicable service conditions and promotional opportunities.
Source: G.O.Ms.No.47 and G.O.Ms.No.48, School Education Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh, dated 03.11.2026
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