AP School Education PO-2025 Ban on Transfers, Promotions, Recruitment & Appointments – Memo 01.10.2026
The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department has issued Memo.No.ESE02-14/219/2026-E-VI, dated 01-10-2026 regarding implementation of the Andhra Pradesh Public Employment (Organisation of Local Cadres and Regulation of Direct Recruitment) Order, 2025 (PO-2025).
AP School Education PO-2025 Memo 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | School Education Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Memo Number | ESE02-14/219/2026-E-VI |
| Memo Date | 01-10-2026 |
| Subject | Implementation of PO-2025 and instructions regarding specified service matters |
| Relevant Order | Andhra Pradesh Public Employment (Organisation of Local Cadres and Regulation of Direct Recruitment) Order, 2025 |
| Department Concerned | School Education Department |
| Issued By | Director, School Education |
What Does the AP School Education Memo Say?
The memo refers to the implementation of the Andhra Pradesh Public Employment (Organisation of Local Cadres and Regulation of Direct Recruitment) Order, 2025, commonly referred to as PO-2025.
According to the memo, the Government had issued instructions for determining and distributing cadre strength and working strength among the reorganised local cadres.
The School Education Department has instructed all Heads of Departments and other competent authorities to strictly comply with the Government orders/instructions until completion of the process of allotment of personnel to the respective local cadres.
Service Matters Covered by the Instructions
The memo specifically refers to the following matters:
| S.No. | Matter |
|---|---|
| 1 | Creation of posts |
| 2 | Upgradation of posts |
| 3 | Fresh recruitment |
| 4 | Appointments |
| 5 | Promotions |
| 6 | Transfers |
| 7 | Surrender |
| 8 | Repatriations, including cases upon completion of 5 years under FSTC |
| 9 | Deputations under FSTC |
From When Did the Ban Come into Effect?
The memo states that the Finance Department, through Memo No.3301035-FIN01-HRODPPP(RRD)/17/2026-HR-I dated 06-07-2026, ordered that the ban shall come into effect from 13-07-2026.
It is to continue until completion of the PO-2025 process relating to allotment of personnel to the respective local cadres.
Duration: Until completion of the PO-2025 process relating to allotment of personnel to the respective local cadres.
References Mentioned in the Memo
| S.No. | Reference |
|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh Public Employment (Organisation of Local Cadres and Regulation of Direct Recruitment) Order, 2025 – Gazette of India |
| 2 | G.O.Ms.No.45, G.A. (SPF&MC) Department, Dt.20.04.2026 |
| 3 | G.O.Ms.No.54, G.A. (SPF&MC) Department, Dt.14.05.2026 |
| 4 | G.O.Ms.No.46, Finance Department, Dt.06.07.2026 |
| 5 | Memo No.3301035-FIN01-HRODPPP(RRD)/17/2026-HR-I, Dt.06.07.2026 of Finance (HR.I-Plg. & Policy) Department |
Instructions to School Education Authorities
All Heads of Departments and competent authorities under the School Education Department have been instructed to strictly comply with the Government instructions.
The authorities have also been directed to review proposals/files pending with them relating to the specified matters and ensure that orders contrary to the Government instructions are not issued until completion of the PO-2025 personnel-allotment process.
Officials Specifically Addressed
The instructions cover the concerned Heads of Departments and authorities, including Regional Joint Directors of School Education (RJDSEs), District Educational Officers (DEOs) and Additional Project Coordinators (APCs).
RJDSEs, DEOs and APCs have been directed to ensure strict compliance with these instructions in respect of subordinate offices and authorities under their respective control.
Violation of Instructions
Who Issued the Memo?
The memo bears the name of Thameem Ansariya A, I.A.S., Director, School Education.
AP PO-2025 School Education Memo PDF Download
Teachers, employees and other stakeholders can read the complete official memo for the exact instructions, references and conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The memo number is ESE02-14/219/2026-E-VI, dated 01-10-2026.
The memo covers creation/upgradation of posts, fresh recruitment, appointments, promotions, transfers, surrender, repatriations and deputations under FSTC as specified in the memo.
According to the memo, the Finance Department ordered that the ban shall come into effect from 13-07-2026.
The memo states that they shall continue until completion of the PO-2025 process relating to allotment of personnel to the respective local cadres.
The concerned authorities have been directed to review pending proposals/files relating to the specified matters and ensure that no orders contrary to the Government instructions are issued during the applicable period.
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Note: This post is prepared for informational purposes based on the School Education Department memo. Readers should refer to the official memo and subsequent Government instructions, if any, for implementation.
