AP DME Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 notification is officially out, bringing a great opportunity for medical post-graduates. The Directorate of Medical Education, Andhra Pradesh, has announced 284 vacancies for the post of Senior Resident across various broad specialties. Eligible candidates can submit their applications via the official portal at dme.ap.nic.in between March 25 and March 29, 2026. Selection will be based purely on the merit scored in the PG examination, making the process straightforward without an additional written exam. Below is the complete, easy-to-read breakdown of the notification to help you apply quickly.
AP DME Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Overview
Feature
Details
Organization Name
Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh
Post Name
Senior Resident
Total Vacancies
284 (Provisional)
Job Location
Andhra Pradesh
Official Website
dme.ap.nic.in
AP DME Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
23-03-2026
Application Start Date
25-03-2026
Last Date For Registration
29-03-2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
29-03-2026
Admit Card Release Date
Not Applicable (No Written Exam)
Exam Date
Merit-Based Selection
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OC
Rs. 2000/-
BC / SC / ST
Rs. 1000/-
Payment Mode
Online
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
Not specified in the notification
Maximum Age
44 years for clinical, 49 years overall (as on notification date)
Age Relaxation
As per standard government rules (if applicable)
AP DME Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Criteria
Information
Total Posts
284
Post Name
Senior Resident
Advt No.
1/2026
AP DME Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Requirement
Details
Educational Qualification
MD/MS or DNB degree in the concerned Broad Specialty
Registration Requirement
Must be registered with the AP Medical Council
Working Status
Senior Residents already working in Govt Medical Colleges of AP are not eligible
Department-Wise Vacancy Details
Department
Vacancy Count
Anatomy
29
Physiology
22
Biochemistry
33
Pharmacology
28
Pathology
32
Microbiology
30
Emergency Medicine
34
Community Medicine
24
Forensic Medicine
18
Radiation Oncology
9
Other Clinical Departments
Remaining vacancies distributed across Medicine, Surgery, OBG, etc.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Eligibility Type
Details
Local Candidates
Candidates who studied 4th to 10th in AP are eligible
Non-Local Candidates
Eligible for selection only if local candidates are not available
Important Documents Required
Document
Purpose/Details
AP Medical Council Certificate
Proof of state medical registration
SSC Certificate
Proof of Date of Birth
Degree & Marks Lists
MBBS & MD/MS/DNB certificates and marks lists
Study Certificate
4th to 10th class certificates for local status proof
Identity & Category Proof
Aadhar Card, Social Status Certificate, and PH Certificate (if applicable)
AP DME Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Subject
Details
Written Exam Syllabus
Not applicable; selection is purely based on previous PG examination marks
Exam Pattern
Feature
Details
Mode of Selection
Direct merit-based selection (Theory & Practical marks of PG)
Tie-Breaker Rule
If marks are equal, the older candidate by Date of Birth gets preference
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Stage 1
Merit list preparation using PG exam scores
Stage 2
Application of the Rule of Reservation (RoR)
Stage 3
Document verification and final posting allocation
AP DME Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Salary Component
Details
Monthly Honorarium
Rs. 80,500/- Per Month
Tenure Duration
1 Year Only
Condition
Selected candidates must compulsorily complete the one-year period
How to Apply
Step
Action
Step 1
Visit the official website dme.ap.nic.in to access the application portal.
Step 2
Ensure you have your AP Medical Council Registration ready.
Step 3
Scan all required documents, including SSC, PG Marks lists, and Study Certificates.
Step 4
Fill out the online application form accurately between 25-03-2026 and 29-03-2026.
Step 5
Pay the required application fee (Rs. 2000 for OC, Rs. 1000 for BC/SC/ST) through the online payment gateway.
Step 6
Upload the scanned copies of your certificates. Applications without PG marks lists will be rejected.
Step 7
Submit the form and keep a printed copy for your records. No offline applications are accepted.
