Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board (APMSRB) has released job notifications for various contractual and regular healthcare posts under the Health, Medical & Family Welfare Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Eligible and interested candidates can review the complete details regarding vacancies, age limit, educational qualifications, weightage calculation, and application procedures below.
APMSRB Recruitment Overview
| Attribute | Details |
| Recruiting Authority | Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board (APMSRB) |
| Department | Health, Medical & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of AP |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Academic Merit + Work Experience Weightage (No Written Exam) |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Official Website | apmsrb.ap.gov.in/msrb |
Vacancy & Remuneration Summary
Below is an overview of key posts commonly recruited under National Health Mission (NHM) and state healthcare programs:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Monthly Salary (Approx.) |
| Staff Nurse | B.Sc Nursing / GNM Diploma + APNMC Registration | ₹27,675/- |
| Pharmacist | D.Pharmacy / B.Pharmacy + AP Pharmacy Council Registration | ₹23,393/- |
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker | 10+2 + 1.5-Year Multi Rehabilitation Worker Course (RCI Registered) | ₹23,494/- |
| AYUSH Doctor / Medical Officer | BAMS / BHMS / BUMS / BNYS + AP Medical Council Registration | ₹40,000/- |
| Lab Technician Grade-II | DMLT / B.Sc MLT | ₹28,000/- |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (as per AP Govt. Rules)
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Upper Age (General / OC): 42 years
Age Relaxation Categories:
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation | Maximum Upper Age |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | +5 Years | 47 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) | +10 Years | 52 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years + Service Rendered | 50 Years |
Selection Process & Weightage Calculation (100 Marks Total)
The selection is made purely on merit basis without any written examination. The 100-mark evaluation breakdown is as follows:
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Academic Qualification (75 Marks):
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Calculated as 75% of the total aggregate percentage obtained in the qualifying degree or diploma.
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Passing Year Weightage (Up to 10 Marks):
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1 mark awarded for each completed year after passing the qualifying exam.
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Contract / Outsource Service Weightage (Up to 15 Marks):
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Tribal Area Service: 2.5 marks per 6 completed months
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Rural Area Service: 2.0 marks per 6 completed months
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Urban Area Service: 1.0 mark per 6 completed months
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Application Fee Structure
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount |
| Open Category (OC / General) | ₹1,000/- |
| BC / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹750/- |
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Apply Online
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Visit Official Website: Go to apmsrb.ap.gov.in/msrb.
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Registration: Click on “Online Application” and select the target notification/post.
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Fill Personal & Academic Details: Enter your personal information, local candidate status, and academic marks.
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Upload Certificates: Attach clear copies of:
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SSC Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
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Degree / Diploma certificates & semester mark sheets
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Relevant AP Professional Council Registration Certificate (APNMC / Pharmacy Council, etc.)
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Service / Experience Certificate (if claiming service weightage)
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Integrated Caste / EWS Certificate
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Study Certificates (4th to 10th class for local status verification)
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Fee Payment: Pay the prescribed application fee online.
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Submit & Download: Verify details, submit the form, and download the printout for future reference.
Quick Links Table
| Description | Link |
| APMSRB Official Portal | Click Here |
| AP Health Dept Portal | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is there any written exam for AP Health Department recruitments?
No, most APMSRB contractual and regular medical posts select candidates based purely on aggregate academic merit and service weightage.
Q2. Are non-local AP candidates eligible to apply?
Yes, non-local candidates can apply under the Open Competition (OC) quota, but reservation benefits apply strictly to local Andhra Pradesh state candidates.
Q3. Is council registration mandatory at the time of application?
Yes. Posts like Staff Nurse and Pharmacist require active registration with the respective AP Nursing / Pharmacy Council.