Prakasam District PwD Backlog Recruitment 2026 — 42 Vacancies

About This Job

Prakasam District Collector's Office has released a notification for 42 PwD (Differently Abled) Backlog vacancies across multiple departments in Prakasam District, Andhra Pradesh. Candidates with qualifications ranging from 5th Class to Degree can apply depending on the post. The last date to submit your application is 08 April 2026. Age limit is 18 to 52 years. This recruitment is exclusively for persons with minimum 40% disability.

Prakasam District PwD Backlog Recruitment 2026 - 42 Posts

The Collector and District Magistrate Office, Prakasam District, Andhra Pradesh has issued Notification No. A/SRD/144/2025 dated 16 March 2026 for filling up 42 PwD (Persons with Disabilities) backlog vacancies in various departments across the district. These posts cover both Group-4 (D.U.S.C.) and Class-IV categories, including Junior Assistant, Typist, Office Subordinate, Watchman, and other positions. No application fee is charged and applications must be submitted offline by post or in person. This is a great chance for PwD candidates in Prakasam District to get a permanent government job.

Vacancy Details

Group-4 (D.U.S.C.) Posts — 12 Vacancies

Class-IV (U.D.U.S.C.) Posts — 30 Vacancies

Who Can Apply?

For Junior Assistant and Typist (Group-4):

• Qualification: You need a Degree from a university recognised by the Government of India.
• Computer Knowledge: You must have knowledge of Computer Automation with usage of Computers and Associates software.
• For Typist posts, appointment is governed by G.O.Ms.No. 26, dated 12.03.2024 of General Administration (SER.B) Department.

For MPHA (Female):

• Qualification: You must have passed Intermediate and completed the 2-year MPHA course.
• Registration: You must be registered with the AP Para Medical Board.

For VHN (Grade-III):

• Option 1: Complete the 18/24 month MPHA-F course and register with AP Auxiliary Nurses and Midwifery, and Multi Purpose Health Workers Council.
• Option 2: Complete the 2-year Intermediate Vocational Multipurpose Health Worker (Female) course and register with the AP Para Medical Board.

For Class-IV Posts (Office Subordinate, Messenger, Helper, Sanitary Mestry, Pitcher Man):

• Qualification: You need to have passed 7th Class from a recognised school.
• For Pitcher Man, you also need an Industrial Pitcher Man Training Course certificate.

For Watchman:

• Qualification: You need to have passed 5th Class.

For Sweeper and P.H. Worker:

• Qualification: You should be able to read and write in the local language (Telugu).

This recruitment is exclusively for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) with minimum 40% disability. Disability categories include locomotor disability, cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, muscular dystrophy, and mental/intellectual disabilities.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 52 years old as on 01 July 2026.
• The upper age limit of 52 years already includes the 10 years relaxation for PwD candidates (base age limit is 42 years + 10 years PwD relaxation).
• Reference: G.O.Ms. No. 109, Dt. 08-10-2025 of the General Administration (SER.A) Dept and G.O.Ms.No. 19, Dt. 02-08-2021.

Salary

• Group-4 Posts (Junior Assistant, Typist): Pay scale of Rs. 16,400 - 49,870 per month as per AP Revised Pay Scales.
• You will also receive DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Andhra Pradesh State Government rules.

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

The selection will be done differently based on the post category:

For Group-4 (D.U.S.C.) Posts (Junior Assistant, Typist):

1. Proficiency Test: A test will be conducted by the District Collector to check your proficiency in office automation with usage of Computers and Associates software. Candidates with the highest marks will get preference.
2. Document Verification
3. Medical Examination

For Class-IV Posts:

1. Merit Based: Selection is based on your qualification marks and seniority at the local Employment Exchange.
2. Document Verification
3. Medical Examination

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the Prakasam District official website at prakasam.ap.gov.in.
2. Fill in the application form completely with your personal and educational details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (listed below).
4. Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the form.
5. Write on the envelope: "Application for PwD Backlog Recruitment - [Post Name]".
6. Submit the application in person or send it by post to the relevant department office.
7. Applications can be submitted at: Welfare Department offices, Collector's Office (Prakasam Bhavan), Bungalows, Gal Sahaya Sansthalu, various department offices, Hostels, and Welfare & Elderly Department offices.
8. Last date to submit is 08 April 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications received after this date will not be accepted.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 18 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 08 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Handle file processing, data entry, and maintain office records for the assigned department
• Assist senior officers with day-to-day administrative and clerical tasks
• Prepare letters, reports, and official correspondence in Telugu and English
• Keep the office premises clean, organised, and well-maintained
• Manage incoming and outgoing postal mail and deliver documents between offices
• Monitor office supplies and assist with inventory management
• Follow government rules, safety protocols, and office procedures at all times