The APPSC AP DIET Lecturer Notification 2026 is expected to be released under the Andhra Pradesh education recruitment plan as part of the AP Job Calendar 2026. The calendar indicates multiple teaching and lecturer-level recruitments across departments, and DIET (District Institute of Education and Training) lecturer posts are expected to be included in this cycle. Notifications for various posts are likely to be released between May and October 2026, with exams scheduled in phases during the year.
📊 APPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post Name | DIET Lecturer |
| Vacancy | 449+ (expected based on previous recruitment) |
| Education | Post Graduation + M.Ed / Equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 – 42 years |
| Salary | ₹57,100 – ₹1,47,760 |
📅 Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Aug 15th 2026 |
| Application Start Date | Aug 15th 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
| Written Exam Date | As per APPSC schedule 2026 |
📌 Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility
| Phase 4 (Oct 15) | DIET – Senior Lecturers | 46 | APPSC |
| Phase 4 (Oct 15) | DIET – Lecturers | 104 | APPSC |
| Phase 4 (Oct 15) | SCERT – Lecturers | 10 | APPSC |
| Phase 4 (Oct 15) | Lecturers – Intermediate | 209 | APPSC |
| Post Name | Vacancy | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| DIET Lecturer | 104+46 | Post Graduation in relevant subject with M.Ed (minimum 50% marks), Age 18–42 years, Salary ₹57,100 – ₹1,47,760 |
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://psc.ap.gov.in |
| APPSC Notifications / Careers Page | https://psc.ap.gov.in/Notifications |
🎓 Detailed Education Qualification
For the APPSC AP DIET Lecturer Notification 2026, candidates must meet the following qualifications:
- Post Graduation (Master’s Degree) in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks
- M.Ed (Master of Education) with minimum qualifying marks
- Preference may be given to candidates with teaching experience in schools or teacher education institutions
- In previous recruitment cycles, School Assistants, Headmasters, and educational officers with experience were also considered through deputation or direct recruitment modes
🎯 Age Limit Details
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST / BC: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Age criteria follow standard Andhra Pradesh government recruitment rules.
💰 Salary Structure
The salary for DIET lecturer posts falls under higher education pay scales:
- Pay Scale: ₹57,100 – ₹1,47,760 (RPS 2022)
- Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical benefits
- Pension and retirement benefits
📝 Selection Process
The APPSC AP DIET Lecturer Notification 2026 selection process is expected to include:
- Written Examination
- General Studies / Teaching Aptitude
- Subject Paper
- Interview / Viva Voce
- Document Verification
Previous DIET recruitments included written exams followed by interviews for final selection.
📚 Exam Pattern (Expected)
- Paper 1: General Studies / Teaching Aptitude
- Paper 2: Subject Concerned
- Mode: Offline (OMR-based) or Computer-Based Test
- Final merit based on written exam + interview
❓ FAQs – APPSC AP DIET Lecturer Notification 2026
1. Is APPSC DIET Lecturer Notification 2026 released?
No, the official notification is yet to be released but is expected in 2026 as per the recruitment calendar.
2. What is the qualification for DIET Lecturer posts?
Candidates must have Post Graduation with M.Ed in a relevant subject.
3. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 42 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
4. How many vacancies are expected?
Around 90+ vacancies are expected based on previous recruitment cycles.
5. What is the salary for DIET Lecturer posts?
The salary ranges from ₹57,100 to ₹1,47,760.
6. What is the selection process?
Selection includes written exam, interview, and document verification.
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