EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026 — 879 Contract Posts in Andhra Pradesh Autism Centres Under PM SHRI
Big opportunity for special education and rehabilitation professionals — EdCIL (India) Limited, a Mini Ratna Category-I CPSE under the Ministry of Education, has released the EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt No. TSG/Autism/Multidisciplinary-Team/2026-01) for 879 contractual vacancies across 8 different posts. These positions are for Autism Centres set up under the PM SHRI Inclusive Education programme in Andhra Pradesh — covering Special Educators (Primary & Secondary), Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Speech Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and PMU Consultants. Monthly remuneration ranges from Rs 25,000 to Rs 55,000 based on the post. If you have been waiting for Teaching & Special Education Jobs with a central PSU at scale, this is the chance.
The best part — there is NO application fee for any category, application is fully online via the EdCIL TSG recruitment portal, and the last date to apply is 4 June 2026. Selection is based on shortlisting + interview only, with no written exam, so candidates with strong academic profiles and valid RCI / AP TET / CTET registrations have a real advantage. In this article from GovtJobsAlert.in, we will explain each of the 8 posts, eligibility, salary, selection process, and the exact step-by-step online application process.
Key Highlights — EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026
EdCIL is hiring 879 multidisciplinary professionals purely on contractual basis for Autism Centres across various Municipalities of Andhra Pradesh under the PM SHRI Inclusive Education scheme. Engagement does not vest any right for regular / permanent absorption.
- Recruiting Body: EdCIL (India) Limited — Mini Ratna Category-I CPSE, Ministry of Education
- Advertisement Number: TSG/Autism/Multidisciplinary-Team/2026-01 (dated 22 May 2026)
- Total Posts: 8 distinct posts
- Total Vacancies: 879
- Job Location: Autism Centres across Municipalities of Andhra Pradesh
- Salary Range: Rs 25,000 – Rs 55,000 per month (consolidated, contractual)
- Application Fee: No Fee for any category
- Last Date to Apply: 4 June 2026
- Engagement Type: Purely Contractual
Vacancy Breakdown — EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026 Post-Wise Distribution
The 879 vacancies are split across 8 posts — most posts have 125 vacancies each, with 4 vacancies for the senior PMU Consultant role.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | 125 | Rs 30,000 |
| Physiotherapist | 125 | Rs 30,000 |
| Psychologist | 125 | Rs 30,000 |
| Speech Therapist | 125 | Rs 30,000 |
| Clinical Psychologist | 125 | Rs 30,000 |
| Special Educator (Secondary Level) | 125 | Rs 30,000 |
| Special Educator (Primary Level) | 125 | Rs 25,000 |
| PMU Consultant | 4 | Rs 55,000 |
| Total | 879 | — |
Reservation: The notification does not provide a category-wise UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD breakdown — all 879 posts are listed as totals only. Engagement is contractual.
Eligibility Criteria — EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026
Eligibility for each post is post-specific. The common rules: Indian nationality, maximum 45 years of age (as on 30 April 2026), and post-specific professional qualification from a Government-recognised institution. Mandatory RCI registration / CRR number for Speech Therapist, Clinical Psychologist and Special Educator posts.
Educational Qualification
- Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in the named therapy + valid professional registration / practice license
- Psychologist: M.A / M.Sc in Psychology (Clinical / Counselling / Developmental Psychology preferred)
- Speech Therapist: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology + mandatory RCI registration + Telugu proficiency preferred
- Clinical Psychologist: Post Graduation in Clinical Psychology from an RCI-recognised institute + mandatory RCI registration
- Special Educator (Secondary): Bachelor’s + B.Ed. (Special Education) OR B.Ed. (General) with 1-year Diploma / D.Ed. in Autism / Intellectual Disability — RCI CRR mandatory + AP TET Paper-2B or CTET in Special Education
- Special Educator (Primary): 10+2 + 2-year Diploma in Special Education (Autism / Intellectual Disability) from an RCI-recognised institute with valid CRR + AP TET Paper-1B or CTET in Special Education
- PMU Consultant: Ph.D. / M.Phil in Clinical Psychology / Psychology / Special Education (Ph.D. in disability rehabilitation desirable) + strong report writing skills
For more such opportunities, see the Master’s Degree Govt Jobs page.
Age Limit
- Maximum 45 years (for all posts), as on 30 April 2026
- Standard category-based age relaxation may apply as per government rules; details not explicitly stated in the notification
What is the Salary for EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026?
Remuneration is consolidated monthly pay on contractual engagement. The lowest post (Special Educator Primary) is paid Rs 25,000 and the highest (PMU Consultant) Rs 55,000 per month — there are no separate DA / HRA / TA as this is a contract role.
- Special Educator (Primary Level): Rs 25,000 per month
- Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist / Psychologist / Speech Therapist / Clinical Psychologist / Special Educator (Secondary): Rs 30,000 per month
- PMU Consultant: Rs 55,000 per month
In-hand remuneration: Rs 25,000 — Rs 55,000 per month (fixed consolidated, no statutory deductions like NPS unless personally enrolled). Engagement does not carry pension, gratuity, leave salary or any service benefits — it is purely contractual.
The engagement may be extended based on PM SHRI Andhra Pradesh project needs and individual performance. EdCIL reserves the right to terminate / extend at any time without assigning reason.
What is the Selection Process for EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026?
There is no written examination for this recruitment. The selection is purely based on screening of academic qualifications + interview.
- Screening / Shortlisting of online applications based on academic and professional qualifications and the documents uploaded
- Interview of shortlisted candidates on a date and time decided by the competent authority
- Document Verification in originals at the time of interview
- Waiting List prepared for each post; interview letters sent only by email
Important: Merely fulfilling the eligibility criteria does NOT entitle a candidate to be called for interview. Interview letters and all correspondence will be sent only to shortlisted candidates by email — so make sure your email ID in the application remains active.
How to Apply Online for EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026?
Application is fully online through the EdCIL TSG recruitment portal. Keep your educational certificates, resume, experience certificate (if any), age proof, RCI / AP TET / CTET certificates, and professional license ready as PDFs before you start.
- Visit the EdCIL TSG recruitment portal — link available in Essential Links below.
- Register / log in and start a new application for the post of your choice.
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal, academic and experience details (age, qualification, experience, etc.).
- Upload all required documents in PDF format only — educational certificates, resume / CV, experience certificate, age proof, RCI registration / CRR number certificate, AP TET / CTET certificate, professional practice license (for therapy posts).
- Note down the advertisement number TSG/Autism/Multidisciplinary-Team/2026-01 for future reference.
- Submit the application before 4 June 2026.
- Wait for the shortlisting and interview intimation from EdCIL — this will be sent by email only.
Note: Failure to upload required documents will result in disqualification. Furnishing wrong or false information will lead to automatic disqualification. Only one application per candidate per post is accepted.
Important Dates — EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Issue Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Age / Experience Cut-off Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 4 June 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified to shortlisted candidates by email |
Application Fees — EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee |
EdCIL has waived the application fee for this recruitment — there is NIL fee for all candidates regardless of category.
Essential Links — EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for EdCIL Staff Recruitment 2026
- Visit EdCIL India Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
With 879 contractual vacancies, no application fee, and no written exam, this is one of the largest single-notification special-education hiring drives of 2026. If you have the right professional qualification — therapy degree, RCI registration, or special education diploma — apply on time and prepare for the interview. Read the notification PDF carefully, upload every document correctly, and submit your application well before 4 June 2026. For more such central PSU and teaching openings, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in — your trusted partner for every fresh notification.