GGH Ongole Drug De-Addiction Centre Recruitment 2026

About This Job

The District Selection Committee, Prakasam District (Ongole) has released a notification for 6 posts on contract basis at the Drug De-Addiction Centre in Government General Hospital (GGH), Ongole. Candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th pass to Graduation can apply offline. The last date to submit your application is 30 April 2026. Monthly salary ranges from Rs 5,000 to Rs 25,000 depending on the post.

GGH Ongole Drug De-Addiction Centre Recruitment 2026 - 6 Posts

The Government of Andhra Pradesh, through the Health Medical & Family Welfare Department (HM&FW), has announced recruitment for 6 contract positions at the Drug De-Addiction Centre operating within the Government General Hospital, Ongole, Prakasam District. These positions are part of the state's initiative to establish and operate de-addiction centres under the control of the Director of Medical Education (DME), Vijayawada. Selection is purely merit-based with no written exam -- your academic marks and contract service experience determine your ranking. The contract tenure is initially for one year, extendable based on government instructions.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply?

Project Coordinator cum Vocational Counselor

• Qualification: Graduation from a recognised institute
• Experience: At least 3 years of managing de-addiction or similar centres, with demonstrated capability in running such facilities
• Computer Knowledge: Working knowledge of computers is required

Peer Educator

• Qualification: Should be literate
• Special Condition: Must be an ex-drug user with 1-2 years of sobriety
• Should be willing to work among the drug-using population and have good communication skills
• Must agree to refrain from buying or selling drugs and be ready to work for prevention of drug use and relapse

Chowkidar

• Qualification: SSC / 10th Class or equivalent from a recognised board, preferably from Andhra Pradesh
• Gender: Male candidates only

House Keeping Staff (Full Time)

• Qualification: SSC / 10th Class or equivalent from a recognised board, preferably from Andhra Pradesh
• Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in house keeping

Yoga Therapist / Dance / Music / Art Teacher (Part Time)

• Experience: At least 3 years of experience in the respective discipline (Yoga, Dance, Music, or Art)

District jurisdiction is limited to the erstwhile Prakasam District boundaries. Candidates must apply from their respective erstwhile districts only.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 42 years old as on 01 January 2026.
• SC, ST, BC, and EWS: 5 years relaxation (maximum age 47 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years relaxation in addition to the length of armed forces service
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years relaxation
• Maximum age limit with all relaxations combined: 52 years

Salary

• Project Coordinator cum Vocational Counselor: Rs 25,000 per month (consolidated)
• Peer Educator: Rs 10,000 per month (consolidated)
• Chowkidar: Rs 9,000 per month (consolidated)
• House Keeping Staff: Rs 9,000 per month (consolidated)
• Yoga Therapist / Dance / Music / Art Teacher: Rs 5,000 per month (consolidated, part-time)

These are consolidated pay amounts on contract basis. The initial contract tenure is for one year from the date of joining.

Application Fee

• OC (General) candidates: Rs 300
• SC / ST / BC / Physically Challenged candidates: Rs 200
• Payment Mode: Demand Draft (DD) in favour of College Development Society, G.M.C., Ongole
• If you are applying for more than one post, you need a separate demand draft for each post

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is based entirely on merit. There is no written exam or interview. Your final score is calculated out of 100 marks as follows:

1. Academic Marks (75%): 75% of your total marks from the qualifying examination or its equivalent. For CGPA holders, marks are calculated as CGPA x 9.5 (multiplying factor) x 75%.
2. Weightage for Experience (up to 10 marks): 1 mark per completed year after acquiring the required qualification, counted up to the notification date.
3. Contract Service Weightage (up to 15%): Weightage for candidates already working on contract basis, including COVID-19 service. Area-based weightage: 2.5 marks per 6 months (Tribal), 2.0 marks per 6 months (Rural), 1.0 marks per 6 months (Urban).

A provisional merit list will be published on 13 April 2026, with the final selection list displayed on 29 April 2026.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official Prakasam District portal at prakasam.ap.gov.in.
2. Fill in the application form completely with all required details.
3. Prepare a Demand Draft for the application fee in favour of College Development Society, G.M.C., Ongole.
4. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (see documents list below).
5. Affix a recent passport-size colour photograph on the application form.
6. Submit the completed application along with all documents and the demand draft at the designated office before 30 April 2026.
7. Obtain a dated acknowledgement from the receiving authority as proof of submission.

Required Documents

• SSC or equivalent certificate (for date of birth proof)
• Pass certificates of qualifying examination for the post applied
• Marks memos of all years of qualifying examination or equivalent
• Study certificates from Class IV to Class X (for local status verification)
• Caste certificate (latest and valid)
• Service certificate from the controlling officer (DM&HO / DCHS / Principal of GMC / Superintendent of GGH) for claiming contract service weightage
• Proof of appearance for qualifying examination (where applicable)
• Residence certificate (for private study / local candidature, if applicable)
• Any other relevant certificates

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 23 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 24 March 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 30 April 2026
• Scrutiny of Applications: 01 April 2026 to 10 April 2026
• Provisional Merit List: 13 April 2026
• Last Date for Grievances: 20 April 2026
• Final Merit List: 25 April 2026 (subject to District Collector approval)
• Selection List Display: 29 April 2026
• Document Verification & Appointment Orders: 30 April 2026

• Manage daily operations and administration of the Drug De-Addiction Centre
• Provide vocational counseling and rehabilitation support to patients undergoing de-addiction treatment
• Conduct peer education sessions and awareness programs on drug abuse prevention
• Maintain security of the centre premises and ensure safety of patients and staff
• Keep the centre clean and hygienic as per hospital standards
• Conduct yoga, dance, music, or art therapy sessions to aid patient recovery
• Prepare daily reports and maintain records of patients and centre activities
• Follow all guidelines issued by the Director of Medical Education (DME) and hospital authorities