AP MEGA DSC-2025 Frequently Asked Questions (Doubts & Solutions), Most Common Doubts Solved: TET, Age Limits, Marks, Qualification & More details. The Government of Andhra Pradesh has announced the recruitment of 16,347 teaching posts under AP MEGA DSC-2025, giving a big opportunity for teacher job aspirants across the state. However, many candidates are still unsure about eligibility, TET qualification, age limits, subject-wise marks, and other details.
This blog post compiles and clarifies the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to DSC-2025, ensuring candidates are well-informed and exam-ready.
AP MEGA DSC-2025 Notification – 16,347 Vacancies Across Departments
The AP MEGA DSC-2025 brings a Major opportunity for aspiring teachers with the government announcing 16,347 teaching vacancies across various departments including MP/ZP/Municipal schools, AP Model Schools (APMS), Residential Institutions (APREIS, APSWREIS, BCWREIS, TWREIS), and special education departments. These posts cover SGT, SA, TGT, PGT, Language Pandits, PETs, and Principals, offering a wide range of roles for qualified candidates. The recruitment spans Government, Zilla Parishad, Municipality, Tribal Welfare, and BC Welfare schools, making it one of the most inclusive and extensive DSC drives in Andhra Pradesh’s history. For detailed syllabus, eligibility, and application instructions, visit the official websites https://apdsc.apcfss.in.
Management-wise Vacancy Details – AP DSC 2025
| S.No | Department / Management | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MP, ZP, Municipal and Municipal Corporation Schools | 13,192 |
| 2 | Andhra Pradesh Model Schools (APMS) | 286 |
| 3 | Andhra Pradesh Residential Educational Institutions Society (APREIS) | 190 |
| 4 | AP Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (APSWREIS) | 439 |
| 5 | BC Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (BCWREIS) | 170 |
| 6 | Tribal Welfare Ashram Schools | 881 |
| 7 | Tribal Welfare Gurukulam Schools | 1,143 |
| 8 | Welfare of Differently Abled Department | 31 |
| 9 | Juvenile Welfare Department | 15 |
| Total | 16,347 | |
AP MEGA DSC-2025 Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is TET compulsory for DSC in AP?
Yes, TET (Teacher Eligibility Test) is mandatory for all candidates applying for DSC posts.
- OC candidates: Minimum 60% marks (90 out of 150)
- BC candidates: Minimum 50% marks (75 out of 150)
- SC/ST/PH candidates: Minimum 40% marks (60 out of 150)
Either APTET or CTET is acceptable.
2. What is the DSC age limit for SC candidates?
As per the notification:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (SC/ST/BC): 49 years
- Disabled Candidates: Up to 54 years
- General Category: 44 years (as of 01-07-2024)
3. What is the DSC age limit for BC candidates?
BC candidates enjoy the same upper age limit relaxation as SC:
Maximum Age: 49 years
This relaxation ensures more opportunities for socially and educationally backward classes.
4. What are the AP DSC subject-wise marks for SA & SGT?
For School Assistant (SA):
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs – 10 Marks
- Perspective in Education – 10 Marks
- Subject Content – 40 Marks
- Teaching Methodology – 20 Marks
- TET Weightage – 20 Marks
Total: 100 Marks
For SGT:
- GK & Current Affairs – 10 Marks
- Perspective in Education – 10 Marks
- Languages, Maths, EVS – 54 Marks
- Methodology – 6 Marks
- TET Weightage – 20 Marks
Total: 100 Marks
5. What are the DSC qualification marks?
To qualify for the DSC 2025 written exam:
- OC – 60%
- BC – 50%
- SC/ST/PH – 40%
Qualifying marks differ from cutoff marks, which vary based on vacancies and competition.
6. Where to find DSC SA Social Previous Question Papers with Solutions (PDF)?
Previous question papers with detailed solutions help candidates understand:
- Exam pattern
- Important topics
- Repeated questions
You can download SA Social previous papers PDF with solutions from our site [www.teachernews.in/resources]().
7. What are the qualifications required for DSC in AP?
For SGT:
- Intermediate + D.El.Ed
- Must have passed TET Paper-I
For SA:
- Graduation + B.Ed in the subject
- Must have passed TET Paper-II
For Language Pandit:
- Graduation in the language + Pandit/B.Ed in the language
- TET PaperII mandatory
For PET:
- Degree + B.P.Ed or M.P.Ed
8. What is the total mark for SGT in DSC?
The total marks for SGT (Secondary Grade Teacher) in DSC2025 is 100 marks, broken down as:
- 80 Marks – Written Exam
- 20 Marks – TET Weightage
Selection is purely based on the merit list derived from the combined score.
9. What is the last date for submission of the application?
Mega DSC -2025 candidates can fill out the applications by paying the fee from 20-04-2025 to 15-05-2025.
10. Which districts have the most Mega DSC posts?
Out of the 16347 posts announced in Mega DSC, Kurnool district is in the first position with 2678 posts. Similarly, Srikakulam district is at the last position with 543 posts.
11. How to know about the Mega DSC-2025 syllabus?
For the convenience of the candidates, complete information about the post-wise syllabus and question paper marks format was made available on the website in November last year.
Please provide the details of the posts being filled through Mega DSC?
Notification for teacher posts will be given through Mega DSC
- Secondary Grade Teachers (Normal Schools)
- School Assistant Teachers (Normal Schools)
- Secondary Grade Teachers (Special Education- Special Schools)
- Train Graduate Teachers (Special Education-Special Schools)
- Physical Education Teachers (Special Education-Special Schools)
- Physical Education Teachers (Society Schools)
- Post Graduate Teachers (Society Schools)
- Train Graduate Teachers (Society Schools)
- Physical Directors (Society Schools)
- Principal (Society Schools)
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