Service Matters
Appointment – Important Points
Appointment to an AP State or Subordinate Service may be made through the method prescribed in the applicable Special Rules.
Important Rules and References
- APSSR
Rule 4 – Methods of appointment
- APSSR
Rule 7 – Appointing Authority
- APSSR
Rule 8 – Eligibility for promotion/appointment by transfer
- APSSR
Rule 10 – Temporary appointments
- APSSR
Rule 11 – Time limit for joining
- APSSR
Rule 12 – Qualifications for direct recruitment
- ACT
Article 309 of the Constitution
- SPECIAL RULE
Relevant Special Rules
- INSTRUCTION
Relevant APPSC/Government recruitment instructions
Key Points
- Direct Recruitment
- Recruitment or Appointment by Transfer
- Promotion
- Contract, agreement or re-employment, wherever legally permitted
The method, qualifications, appointing authority and conditions must be determined from the rules governing the particular service and category.
Practical Checklist
- Sanctioned post
- Recruitment method
- Required qualification
- Age eligibility
- Reservation and roster requirements
- Selection authority
- Appointment order
- Medical and character verification where applicable
- Joining time
- Conditions specified in the appointment order
Important caution
The Special Rules applicable to the particular service/category must always be checked before determining the method of appointment and eligibility.
Disclaimer: These notes are intended as a quick reference for Andhra Pradesh Government employees. They are not a substitute for the original Act, statutory Rule, Government Order, Special Rule, departmental instruction or judicial decision. Service conditions may differ according to the employee’s department, service, category, method of appointment and amendments issued from time to time. In case of any conflict, the applicable statutory provision, Government Order and competent authority’s orders shall prevail.