The Government of Andhra Pradesh has officially released Notification No. 13/2025 dated 04.09.2025 for the recruitment of Civil Assistant Surgeons (CAS) under the Medical and Health Services Recruitment Board (APMSRB). This recruitment drive aims to fill 538 vacancies in various healthcare institutions under the control of the Director of Public Health and Family Welfare (DPH&FW) and the Director of Medical Education (DME).
Selected candidates will be posted in Primary Health Centres (PHCs), Post-Partum Units (PPUs), Urban Family Welfare Clinics (UFWCs), Tuberculosis (TB) Clinics, and also as Tutors in government medical institutions. This is a significant opportunity for MBBS doctors seeking stable government jobs in Andhra Pradesh’s health sector.
Key Highlights of APMSRB Civil Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2025
- Recruiting Body: Medical and Health Services Recruitment Board, Government of Andhra Pradesh
- Notification Number: 13/2025
- Post Name: Civil Assistant Surgeon (CAS)
- Total Vacancies: 538
- Application Mode: Online only
- Application Start Date: 11th September 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 3rd October 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Selection Mode: Merit-based (no interview)
- Pay Scale: ₹61,960 – ₹1,51,370
- Posting Locations: PHCs, PPUs, UFWCs, TB Clinics, and Tutor roles under DPH&FW and DME
- Eligibility: MBBS with Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (APMC) registration
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 04.09.2025
- Online Application Start Date: 11.09.2025
- Last Date to Apply: 03.10.2025 (11:59 PM)
- Merit List Publication: To be announced
Application Fee
- OC (Open Category): ₹1000
- SC/ST/BC/EWS/PH/Ex-Servicemen: ₹750
- Candidates from other states: ₹1000 (treated as OC)
Fee Payment Process
- Payment should be made online using net banking, debit/credit card, or mobile wallets.
- On successful payment, a registration number will be generated.
- Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day to make payment.
Vacancy Details
A total of 538 posts of Civil Assistant Surgeons have been announced. These include both fresh and carried-forward vacancies from earlier recruitments.
- Total Number of Posts: 538
- Variation: Vacancies may increase or decrease depending on departmental requirements. Any changes will be finalized before the result declaration.
- Important Note: Selected candidates are not allowed to engage in private practice while serving in government institutions.
Salary Structure
The selected Civil Assistant Surgeons will be paid according to the pay scale of ₹61,960 – ₹1,51,370 with regular increments as per state government rules.
The pay progression is as follows:
Salary Scale Breakdown
₹61,960 – 1,51,370 with annual increments as follows:
- Starts at ₹61,960
- Annual increment of ₹1,700 till ₹65,360
- Then increment of ₹1,830 till ₹70,850
- Then increment of ₹1,960 till ₹76,730
- Then increment of ₹2,090 till ₹83,000
- Then increment of ₹2,240 till ₹89,720
- Then increment of ₹2,390 till ₹96,890
- Then increment of ₹2,540 till ₹1,04,510
- Then increment of ₹2,700 till ₹1,12,610
- Then increment of ₹2,890 till ₹1,21,280
- Then increment of ₹3,100 till ₹1,30,580
- Then increment of ₹3,320 till ₹1,40,540
- Then increment of ₹3,610 till it reaches the maximum ₹1,51,370
This structure ensures steady financial growth and career progression.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will be purely merit-based, with no interviews. Candidates will be evaluated on a 100-point scale consisting of academic marks and service weightage.
Academic Marks (Maximum 75 Points)
- Candidates can earn up to 75 points based on the percentage of marks obtained in the MBBS qualifying examination.
- If the result is in CGPA or grade points, conversion into percentage will be done as per government guidelines.
- Foreign MBBS Degree Holders: Marks will be converted to grades and points as per the following:
- A Grade (80–100%): 45 points
- B Grade (65–80%): 41.25 points
- C Grade (Below 65%): 37.5 points
- If marks/grades are unclear (such as credits, hours, or GPA), candidates will be assigned C Grade (37.5 points).
- If MBBS marks memo is not uploaded, the candidate will be considered ineligible.
Service Weightage (Maximum 25 Points)
- Up to 10 points for each completed year of service after internship.
- Up to 15 points for contract service in government institutions.
Breakdown:
- COVID-19 Duties: 5 marks per 6 months (0.83 marks per month)
- Tribal Area Service: 2.5 marks per 6 months
- Rural Area Service: 2 marks per 6 months
- Urban Area Service: 1 mark per 6 months
Conditions:
- Service of less than 6 months will not be counted.
- Different service spells cannot be combined.
- Only service rendered in the same post category will be considered.
- For COVID-19 weightage, candidates must submit appointment orders, service certificates, and bank statements showing payment.
Tie-Breaking Criteria
If two candidates secure equal marks, preference will be given to the candidate with higher age.
Merit List
The APMSRB will prepare and publish the merit list on its website after evaluation. Final selection will be strictly based on the ranking in this merit list.
Documents Required
Applicants must keep scanned PDF copies of the following documents ready for uploading:
- SSC or 10th Certificate (date of birth proof)
- Intermediate/12th Certificate
- MBBS Marks Memo (Consolidated or year-wise) and Internship Certificate
- MBBS Convocation Certificate
- Andhra Pradesh Medical Council Registration Certificate
- Service Certificates (if applicable) – in prescribed format
- Study Certificates (Class 4th to 10th) for local status claim
- Residence Certificate (if no school education)
- Caste/Community Certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS) issued by AP Government
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable)
- Income and Asset Certificate for EWS (current financial year)
- Sports Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
- SADAREM Disability Certificate (for PH candidates)
- Ex-Servicemen Service Certificate (if applicable)
- NCC Instructor Certificate (for age relaxation)
- In-service applicant Service Certificate (if applicable)
Educational Qualification
- Essential Qualification: MBBS degree from a recognized university with APMC registration.
- Candidates awaiting APMC registration can obtain and submit it before the last date of application.
Equivalent Qualification
Any claim of an equivalent qualification will be reviewed by an Expert Committee constituted by APMSRB. The committee’s decision will be final.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years (as on 01.07.2025)
Age Relaxations
- AP State Government Employees: Up to 5 years (based on length of regular service)
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years plus service length
- NCC Instructors: 3 years plus service length
- SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years
- Persons with Disabilities: 10 years
Special Notes:
- Ex-servicemen dismissed for misconduct are not eligible.
- NCC relaxation is applicable to full-time Cadet Corps Instructors with a minimum of six months service.
Application Procedure
- Visit the APMSRB recruitment portal.
- Register with personal details to generate an application number.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify details and submit the application.
- Save and print the submitted form and fee receipt.
Important: Once submitted, applications cannot be modified. Providing false information will result in disqualification and possible legal action.
Why Apply for APMSRB Civil Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2025?
- Stable Government Job with security and long-term benefits.
- Competitive pay scale up to ₹1.51 lakh.
- Transparent, merit-based selection with no interview.
- Career growth with increments and promotions.
- Opportunity to serve in critical healthcare roles across Andhra Pradesh.
