The Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board has published the APMSRB Recruitment 2026 notification for 529 contract-based positions across three posts: Staff Nurse (419 vacancies), Pharmacist (24 vacancies), and Multi-Rehabilitation Worker (86 vacancies). These positions are funded under the National Health Mission (NHM) and offer fixed monthly remuneration ranging from ₹23,393 to ₹27,675 depending on the post. An Andhra Pradesh domicile is mandatory, and only candidates registered with their respective professional councils are eligible. The online application window opened on 13 June 2026 and closes on 30 June 2026 at 11:59 PM.
APMSRB Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board (APMSRB) |
| Posts | Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Multi-Rehabilitation Worker |
| Total Vacancies | 529 |
| Advertisement No. | 10/2026 |
| Employment Type | Contract Basis (NHM) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://apmsrb.ap.gov.in/msrb/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10/06/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 13/06/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30/06/2026 (11:59 PM) |
| important Date for Weightage Calculation | 10/06/2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold professional qualifications as of 10 June 2026 and maintain current registration with their respective professional councils. Andhra Pradesh domicile is mandatory – candidates who studied Class 4 to Class 10 in AP or migrated from Telangana to AP within 3 years from 2 June 2014 are eligible.
Educational Qualifications Per Post
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | B.Sc. Nursing or General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) with current APNMC registration |
| Pharmacist | D.Pharma, B.Pharma, or Intermediate Vocational Course in Pharmacy (Government of AP recognized) with current AP Pharmacy Council registration |
| Multi-Rehabilitation Worker | 10+2 or equivalent with one-and-a-half-year certificate course in Multi Rehabilitation Work from a recognized university; RCI registration under the RCI Act, 1992, is required |
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 42 years (as on 01/01/2026) |
| SC, ST, BC, EWS Relaxation | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + length of military service (subject to overall maximum age cap) |
Candidates with age relaxation under SC, ST, BC, or EWS categories receive a 5-year extension, raising the upper age limit to 47 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) with at least 40% certified disability are eligible up to 52 years of age. Ex-Servicemen receive 3 years’ relaxation plus the actual length of their military service, provided the total does not exceed the overall maximum age limit set by the board.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | 419 |
| Pharmacist | 24 |
| Multi-Rehabilitation Worker | 86 |
| Grand Total | 529 |
Staff Nurse vacancies are distributed across multiple NHM programme verticals, including NPCDCS (106), NUHM (47), DEIC (11), NRC (46), SNCU (65), NICU (9), NBSU (68), and NP-NCD (67). Pharmacist positions include MHN (1) and NUHM (23). Multi-Rehabilitation Worker vacancies are allocated under NPHCE (86). These figures include both regular and backlog positions and may be subject to increase or decrease as per official notification.
About the APMSRB Healthcare Posts
Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, and Multi-Rehabilitation Worker positions in Andhra Pradesh’s health system involve critical roles in patient care delivery, medication management, and therapeutic rehabilitation services. These are contract-based posts under the National Health Mission, offering fixed monthly remuneration and the opportunity to contribute directly to public health programmes at district and state levels. The work environment combines clinical settings (hospitals, health centres, specialised units) with fieldwork in rural and tribal areas. Careers in these positions typically provide pathways to permanent government employment through competitive advancement and rotation across different NHM programme verticals.
Pay Scale and Remuneration
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | ₹27,675 |
| Pharmacist | ₹23,393 |
| Multi-Rehabilitation Worker | ₹23,494 |
These are fixed monthly amounts offered on a contract basis under NHM funding. The remuneration structure is designed to attract qualified professionals to public health roles in Andhra Pradesh. No additional allowances, HRA, or dearness allowance is mentioned in the official notification – the figures above represent the total fixed monthly compensation payable to contract appointees.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| OC (General / Unreserved) | ₹1,200 |
| SC, ST, BC, EWS, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | ₹900 |
The application fee must be paid online at the time of form submission through the payment gateway accepting Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or Mobile Wallet. No refund of fees is permitted once the application is submitted, and candidates should ensure all eligibility criteria are met before proceeding with payment.
Selection Process
Selection for APMSRB Recruitment 2026 is merit-based with no written examination. Merit lists are prepared by combining qualifying examination marks (75 marks), weightage for years since passing (up to 10 marks), and contract service weightage (up to 15 marks), totalling 100 marks.
Marks Distribution
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Examination Marks | 75 |
| Weightage for Years Since Passing (@ 1 mark per year, maximum PG/Super-Speciality) | Up to 10 |
| Contract Service Weightage | Up to 15 |
| Total | 100 |
Years since passing are calculated from the date of graduation to 10 June 2026 (notification date). Contract service weightage rewards prior NHM or government contract experience based on type and duration – COVID-19 duties earn 5.0 marks per 6 months, tribal area service earns 2.5 marks per 6 months, rural area service earns 2.0 marks per 6 months, and urban area service earns 1.0 mark per 6 months. Service of less than 6 months earns no weightage except for COVID-19 service, where each completed month counts individually. The resulting merit list is valid for one year or until a fresh notification is issued, whichever is earlier.
Documents Required
- Recent scanned photograph (passport-sized) and signature in PDF format
- SSC Certificate (proof of date of birth)
- Intermediate Certificate
- Study Certificate from Class 4 to Class 10 establishment
- B.Sc. (N) or GNM pass certificate with marks memo (for Staff Nurse candidates)
- B.Pharmacy or D.Pharmacy pass certificate with marks memo (for Pharmacist candidates)
- One-and-a-half-year Multi-Rehabilitation Work course certificate with marks memo (for MRW candidates)
- APNMC Council Registration certificate with up-to-date renewal (for Staff Nurse candidates)
- AP Pharmacy Council Registration certificate with up-to-date renewal (for Pharmacist candidates)
- RCI Registration Certificate (for Multi-Rehabilitation Worker candidates)
- Contract Service Certificate in Annexure V format signed by District Medical & Health Officer (DM&HO), District Chief Health Secretary (DCHS), or Medical Superintendent
- For COVID-19 service weightage: appointment order, service certificate, monthly attendance certificates, and bank statement showing COVID remuneration (all four documents required)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/BC applicants) or EWS Income & Asset Certificate for the financial year 2026-27
- SC sub-classification certificate specifying Group I, II, or III (for SC candidates)
- Persons with a Benchmark Disability (PBD) Certificate from a Medical Board or SADAREM showing minimum 40% disability
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
Common Mistakes to Avoid While Applying
- Submitting a name that does not match your SSC and professional certificates exactly – any mismatch results in automatic disqualification at document verification.
- Applying with expired APNMC or AP Pharmacy Council registration – renewal must be current as of the notification date (10 June 2026).
- Uploading a Contract Service Certificate not in Annexure V format or unsigned by the appropriate authority – certificates in non-standard formats are rejected outright.
- SC candidates failing to specify their sub-classification (Group I, II, or III) – this omission may affect reservation benefits.
- Claiming COVID-19 weightage without submitting all four required documents (appointment order, service certificate, monthly attendance certificates, and bank statement) – missing even one component disqualifies the entire weightage claim.
- Pressing Back or Refresh during the fee payment process – this causes duplicate fee deductions without corresponding application registration.
- Submitting an EWS Income & Asset Certificate from a previous financial year instead of 2026-27 – only current year certificates are accepted.
What Happens After You Apply
The board will publish an initial provisional merit list based on qualifying marks and applicable weightage on the official website. Shortlisted candidates are then called for document verification at designated venues in their respective districts or at the state level to verify all uploaded certificates, professional council registrations, and caste certificates. Candidates who successfully clear the document verification stage are placed on the final merit list, followed by the issuance of appointment orders.
Reservation Policy
Vertical reservations apply for SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), BC (Backwards Caste), and EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) candidates as per Andhra Pradesh government norms. Horizontal reservations for Women and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PBD) operate as interlocking reservations placed within their respective vertical category. PBD candidates must have a minimum 40% certified disability from a Medical Board or SADAREM. The EWS gross annual family income ceiling is below ₹8 lakh, and candidates must submit an Income & Asset Certificate valid for the financial year 2026-27 issued by the Tahsildar.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online at APMSRB | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How will candidates be selected since there is no written exam?
Ans. The APMSRB uses a 100-mark merit system instead of an exam. They look at your degree marks (up to 75 points), how many years have passed since you graduated (up to 10 points), and any prior contract service you’ve done with the government or NHM (up to 15 points). Once the scores are combined, a merit list is drawn up, followed by document verification to confirm everything is in order.
Q2. Can I still apply if my APNMC registration expired recently, but I plan to renew it?
Ans. Unfortunately, no. Your registration with the APNMC must have been active as of June 10, 2026. If it had expired on that specific date, you would not be eligible for this recruitment drive, even if you managed to renew it right away.
Q3. Do I get extra points for COVID-19 service compared to regular contract work?
Ans. Yes, COVID-19 duties offer the highest weightage at 5 marks per 6 months, and you even earn points for individual completed months (about 0.83 marks per month). By contrast, regular service gives lower marks: 2.5 for tribal areas, 2.0 for rural, and 1.0 for urban, and you need a full 6 months to get any points at all for those. Just remember, for COVID weightage, you must submit your appointment order, service certificate, attendance records, and bank statement.
Q4. Do I have to be a resident of Andhra Pradesh to be eligible?
Ans. Yes, having an Andhra Pradesh domicile is required. You are considered a local if you studied there from Class 4 to Class 10. If you migrated from Telangana to AP within three years of June 2, 2014, you also qualify as a local candidate. Otherwise, you won’t be able to apply.
Q5. When is the absolute final deadline to submit my application?
Ans. You must submit your application by 11:59 PM on June 30, 2026. The board is very strict about this and won’t grant any extensions or accept late forms under any circumstances. It’s a good idea to submit it a few days early to avoid any website traffic issues.
Q6. Do SC candidates have to provide their specific sub-classification when applying?
Ans. Yes, you need to clearly select your specific SC sub-classification (Group I, II, or III) and provide the supporting certificate. If you skip this step, it could negatively impact your reservation benefits when the merit lists are finalised. Reach out to your Tahsildar if you aren’t sure which group you belong to.
Q7. What happens if I’m missing one of the required documents for the COVID-19 service weightage?
Ans. If you miss even a single document, your entire claim for COVID-19 weightage will be rejected. You absolutely must upload all four together: your appointment order, service certificate, monthly attendance records, and a bank statement showing your COVID remuneration deposits. Make sure you have all of them ready before you hit submit.
Q8. Is it possible to apply for more than one position using a single form?
Ans. No, you can only apply for one post per application. If you want to apply for both a Staff Nurse and Pharmacist role, for example, you’ll need to submit two separate applications, generate different registration numbers, and pay the fee for each one.
What to Do Next
Eligible candidates must visit https://apmsrb.ap.gov.in/msrb/ and complete their online application before 30 June 2026 at 11:59 PM. Verify all eligibility criteria – particularly professional council registration status, domicile eligibility, and age limit – before paying the application fee. Bookmark MyNaukriAlert.com to stay updated on APMSRB document verification schedules, merit lists, and appointment order announcements as they are published.
