AP Civil Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026: 11 Vacancies, Walk-in-Interview

Directorate of Secondary Health Kurnool Walk-In Recruitment 2026

The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Health, Medical & Family Welfare Department, Directorate of Secondary Health has issued an official recruitment notification (Notification No. 03/2026, Dated: 20.08.2026). Applications are invited through a walk-in recruitment process for the posts of Civil Assistant Surgeon Specialists and Civil Assistant Surgeon (General) in Secondary Health Hospitals across erstwhile Kurnool District. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 11 tentative vacancies purely on a contract basis for an initial duration of one year or until the posts are filled on a regular basis, whichever occurs earlier. The walk-in submission and interview are scheduled for August 27, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 03:00 PM at the DSH office in Kurnool, with merit lists to be published on the official district portals.

Notification PDF Link

Candidates must review the official recruitment notification carefully to understand the terms of engagement, eligibility criteria, and scoring weightage.

• Official Notification: Click Here

Overview

Detail

Information

Organization Name

Directorate of Secondary Health, HM&FW Dept., Andhra Pradesh

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Advertisement Number

Notification No. 03/2026

Post Names

Civil Assistant Surgeon Specialist & CAS (General)

Batch / Year

2026

Total Vacancies

11 (Tentative)

Application Mode

Walk-In-Recruitment (In Person)

Walk-In / Submission Date

27.08.2026 (10:30 AM to 03:00 PM)

Last Date

27.08.2026

Job Location

Erstwhile Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh

Official Websites

kurnool.ap.gov.in / nandyal.ap.gov.in

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

(Note: Vacancies are tentative and subject to change/decrease as per administrative requirements.)

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality and Character

Candidates must be citizens of India. Both local and non-local candidates are eligible to participate as per G.O.Ms.No.45 GA (SPF&MC) Dept., dt.20.04.2026. Candidates must possess good moral character and must not be currently pursuing any PG or Super Specialty course.

Educational Qualification

• Civil Assistant Surgeon Specialist: Must have passed PG Degree / DNB / Diploma in the relevant specialty or its equivalent qualification recognized under Schedule I & II of the MCI Act, 1956. Must hold a permanent registration with the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council with current validity.

• Civil Assistant Surgeon (General): Must have passed MBBS or its equivalent qualification recognized under Schedule I & II of the MCI Act, 1956. Must hold a permanent registration with the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council with current validity.

Physical Standards

Standard physical fitness required for medical practitioners applies. Differently abled candidates claiming reservation must possess a valid SADAREM disability certificate.

Previous Training / Restrictions

Candidates undergoing Post Graduate (PG) or Super Specialty courses are strictly advised not to apply, as permission to continue such studies will not be granted if selected.

Age Limit

Age is calculated as of 01.07.2026.

Reservation Policy

• The Rule of Reservation applies as per the Andhra Pradesh State and Subordinate Service Rules in force.

• Reservations are earmarked for Open Competition (OC), Scheduled Castes (SC Group-I), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (OC PH – Visually Handicapped).

• Local candidature is determined in accordance with G.O.Ms.No.45 GA (SPF&MC) Dept., dt.20.04.2026. Candidates must produce continuous study certificates from Class 4th to 10th. In the absence of valid study/residence certificates, candidates will be treated as non-local.

Pay / Stipend Details

Selection Process

The total evaluation is based on a 100-mark criteria and prepared as per merit and reservation rules:

1. Academic Qualification (75 Marks): 75% of the aggregate marks obtained in PG Degree/DNB or MBBS, and 65% of the marks obtained in PG Diploma. If marks memos/grades are not provided, 50% will be taken as default. Foreign MBBS degrees are converted to specified percentage bands.

2. Seniority / Experience (Up to 10 Marks): Awarded at 1 mark per year from the date of completion of the qualifying examination (PG/Diploma/MBBS) up to the notification date.

3. Government Contract Service / COVID-19 Weightage (Up to 15 Marks):

   • Tribal Area: 2.5 marks per 6 months

   • Rural Area: 2.0 marks per 6 months

   • Urban Area: 1.0 mark per 6 months

   • COVID-19 duties contract weightage up to 15 marks (subject to verification of appointment order, attendance, and bank statement).

4. Merit List & Verification: Merit lists will be published on official district portals.

Disclaimer: Selection does not confer any right to regular appointment or permanent absorption in government service.

Documents Required

Candidates must attend with the duly filled application form, original certificates, and self-attested photocopies:

• Duly filled and signed application form

• SSC or equivalent certificate (proof of Date of Birth)

• Consolidated Marks Memos of all years of MBBS / PG Degree / DNB / PG Diploma

• MBBS Original / Provisional Degree Certificate

• PG Degree / DNB / PG Diploma Certificate

• Internship Completion Certificate

• Permanent Registration Certificate of Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (valid on date of application)

• Study Certificates from Class 4th to Class 10th (or Residence Certificate from MRO for private study)

• Latest Caste Certificate (SC/ST/BC) / Current Financial Year EWS Certificate

• SADAREM Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates)

• Contract Service Certificate in prescribed format signed by DM&HO / DCHS / Superintendent

• COVID-19 Appointment Orders, attendance, and bank statement (if claiming COVID weightage)

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application form and Annexures from the official district portal.

2. Fill in all personal, academic, and service details accurately.

3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all mandatory educational and service certificates.

4. Attend the Walk-In recruitment in person on 27.08.2026 (Thursday) between 10:30 AM and 03:00 PM.

5. Venue: Office of the District Coordinator of Hospital Services (DSH), Kurnool District, Government Quarter No. C/D-7, C.Camp, Kurnool – 518002.

Important Instructions

• Headquarters Stay: Selected candidates must compulsorily reside at their bonafide headquarters.

• Posting Location: Selected medical officers can be posted to any medical institution under the Directorate of Secondary Health based on department requirements.

• No TA/DA: No traveling allowance will be paid for attending the walk-in recruitment.

• Document Authenticity: Submitting false or fabricated documents will lead to immediate cancellation, termination of service, and criminal proceedings.

• Authority Powers: The District Selection Committee reserves the right to modify, cancel, or alter any condition or number of vacancies notified.

• Court Cases: Appointments are subject to the outcome of any pending OAs/WPs before relevant courts.

Common Reasons for Rejection

• Failure to report in person on 27.08.2026 during specified hours (10:30 AM to 03:00 PM).

• Not holding an active, valid registration with the AP Medical Council.

• Incomplete application forms or missing mandatory supporting mark sheets/certificates.

• Applying while currently undergoing a PG or Super Specialty course.

• Non-submission of genuine SADAREM certificates for PwD claims or service certificates from competent authorities.

Important Links

Related Opportunities

Candidates possessing MBBS and Post Graduate Medical degrees (MD/MS/DNB/Diploma) can also track walk-in notifications issued by other District Medical and Health Offices (DM&HO) and District Coordinators of Hospital Services (DCHS) across Andhra Pradesh. Similar contractual specialist drives are periodically held under the National Health Mission (NHM) and Directorate of Medical Education (DME) in Andhra Pradesh.

Salary Table Post Wise

Age Limit Table Post Wise

Application Mode and Fee Table Post Wise

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is the recruitment notification about? It is a walk-in recruitment notification (No. 03/2026) issued by the Directorate of Secondary Health, AP for Civil Assistant Surgeon Specialist and CAS General posts in erstwhile Kurnool District.

Q2. How many vacancies are available? A total of 11 tentative vacancies are announced across specialties and general posts.

Q3. What is the date and venue for application submission? Candidates must attend on August 27, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 03:00 PM at the Office of DSH, Government Quarter No. C/D-7, C.Camp, Kurnool-518002.

Q4. What is the monthly remuneration for these posts? CAS Specialists receive Rs. 1,10,000/- per month, and CAS General officers receive Rs. 61,960/- per month.

Q5. Is registration with Andhra Pradesh Medical Council mandatory? Yes, candidates must possess a valid, permanent registration with the A.P. Medical Council.

Q6. What is the selection criteria? Selection is based on a 100-mark system: 75 marks for qualifying academic marks, up to 10 marks for seniority, and up to 15 marks for government contract/COVID service.

Q7. Are non-local candidates eligible to apply? Yes, both local and non-local candidates are eligible as per G.O.Ms.No.45.

Q8. Can candidates currently pursuing PG courses apply? No, candidates currently undergoing PG or Super Specialty courses are advised not to apply.