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Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University

INFORMATION BULLETIN
2024-25

ONLINE COUNSELLING FOR


ADMISSION INTO

‘DIPLOMA IN FISHERIES’ PROGRAMME


OFFERED BY

ANDHRA PRADESH FISHERIES UNIVERSITY


FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR: 2024-25

Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University


Camp office, 5th Floor, Vishal Residency, Opp. Siddhartha Engineering College,
Padmaja Nagar, Tadigadapa, Vijayawada – 524 134, Andhra Pradesh.
e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.apfu.ap.gov.in
IMPORTANT DATES
1. Commencement of filling of online application 10.06.2024
(Monday)
2. Last date for filling of online application form 26.06.2024
without late fee (Wednesday)
3. Date from which filling of online application form 27.06.2024
with late fee is allowed (Thursday)

4. Last date for filling of online application form with 29.06.2024


late fee (Saturday)
4. Edit option any changes or inclusion of certificates 02.07.2024 &
03.07.2024
(Tuesday &
Wednesday)
5. Tentative date for exercising of web-options 06.07.2024
(Saturday)
6. Subsequent activities Will be
displayed on
the website.

* The above dates are likely to change in case of technical issues. Hence the
candidates are advised to regularly visit website of the University for
updates.

DISCLAIMER:

* The information furnished in this brochure is in accordance with the rules of


admission in force as on the date of publication. However, the amendments
issued by the Government of Andhra Pradesh from time to time shall be made
applicable.

* Mere applying does not entitle a candidate to be considered for admission


automatically unless the candidate fulfills the requirements laid down for
admission.

Admission is based on SSC Marks. There is no separate


Examination for Admission into Diploma in Fisheries.
S.No. CONTENTS Page No.

1. Introduction about APFU 1-2


2. Admissions 2
3. Eligibility 2-3
4. Reservation of seats 3-5
5. Allocation of seats 5-6
6. Online registration fee 6
7. Fee structure 6-7

8. Original certificates to be produced & submitted at the time of 7


Counselling/Admission
9. IMPORTANT NOTES 8-9

10. FORM I : Non-Municipal Area Certificate 10


11. Annexure – I : List of Polytechnics and Intake 11
12. Annexure – II –V : Information on Special Categories 12-16
Admission into Diploma in Fisheries Programme
1.0 Introduction
Fisheries sector in India, with about 8.92% of the global fish production is the third
largest fish producing country and the second largest aquaculture fish producer in the World.
Fisheries Sector has been recognized as ‘Sunrise Sector’ and has demonstrated an outstanding
Double–digit average annual growth of 10.87% since 2014-15.
Andhra Pradesh has 974 kms coastline and has rivers, canals, reservoirs, lakes and other
water bodies suitable for fishing and aquaculture. As per estimates, Andhra Pradesh produces
over 51.06 lakh tonnes of fish per year (2023) and exports it to various parts in the country
and abroad.
For sustainable development of Fisheries and Aquaculture sectors in the State, adequate
numbers of qualified Fisheries Professionals are very much essential. As per one estimate,
there is a requirement of 11,901 Fisheries Diploma Holders, 6,118 BFSc degree holders and
2,541 MFSc holders and the number is likely to be doubled by 2030.
ln view of the huge demand for Fishery professionals, the Government has established
Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University (APFU) in West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh and
the APFU Act No.39 of 2020 was enacted for the purpose. The Andhra Pradesh Fisheries
University has started functioning independently since February 2022.
Through Memo.No.1379698/Fish/A3/2021, Dt: 06.04.2021, Government have accorded
permission to establish Camp Office of APFU at Vijayawada. Accordingly, the Camp Office was
established and the preparatory works for the establishment of the University are being carried
out.
1.1 Institutions under Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University
i) Teaching Institutions:
a) Constituent Colleges:
1. College of Fishery Science, Muthukur, SPSR Nellore District.
2. College of Fishery Science, Narasapuram, West Godavari District.
b) Polytechnics:
1. Constituent Polytechnic:
i. Sri MVKR Fisheries Polytechnic, Bhavadevarapalli, Krishna District.
2. Affiliated Fisheries Polytechnics:
i. B.R. Fishery Polytechnic, Narsipatnam, Anakapalli District.
ii. Bellamkonda Fisheries Polytechnic, Kambhalapadu, Prakasam District
iii. Pydah College of Fisheries Polytechnic, Patavala, Kakinada District.
iv. Pydah Group Fisheries Polytechnic, Patavala, Kakinada District.
v. Sri Hari Fishery Polytechnic, Pasupula, Kurnool District.
vi. Sri Venkateswara Fisheries Polytechnic, SSR Puram, Srikakulam District.
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vii. Sri Venkateswara Fisheries Polytechnic, Takkolu, Kadapa district.
viii. Srinidhi Fisheries Polytechnic College, Chekurapadu, Prakasam District.
ii) Fisheries Research Stations:
i. Fisheries Research Station, Kakinada, Kakinada District.
ii. Fisheries Research Station, Undi, West Godavari District.
iii. lnstructional cum Research Aqua Farm, Balabhadrapuram, East Godavari
District.
2.0 Admissions:
2.1 Diploma Course and duration of the Course:
The University has established a constituent Fisheries Polytechnic i.e. Sri MVKR
Fisheries Polytechnic at Bhavadevarapalli in Krishna District and also accorded affiliation to
8 Private Fisheries Polytechnics to boost the Fisheries sector and to generate technically
trained manpower. Name of the Polytechnic with no. of seats in each Polytechnic are
enclosed (Annexure – I).
ANDHRA PRDESH FISHERIES UNIVERSITY offers the following Diploma Programme
Name of the Diploma : Diploma in Fisheries
Duration of Diploma Programme : 2 years
Medium of Instruction : English
No. of total seats available : Constituent/ Affiliated
Government
50+5(EWS) 400+40(EWS)

3.0 Eligibility: The candidates should fulfill the following criteria;


3.1 Academic Qualification:
i. Candidate should have passed SSC Examination conducted by Board of
Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh or any other examination recognized as
equivalent thereto by the Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh such as
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Indian Council for Secondary
Education (ICSE), National Institute of Open School (NIOS), Open School
Society (OSS) etc.
ii. Candidate should belong to the state of Andhra Pradesh as defined in G.O.(P). No.
646, Education (W) Dept, dated. 10.07.1979 and its subsequent amendments.
iii. Candidates who appeared SSC or equivalent examination held in March/April-
2024, and whose results are yet to be declared can also apply.
iv. Candidates who have passed SSC in compartmental and who have either
discontinued or failed in intermediate are also eligible for diploma admission.
v. Candidate who had passed intermediate or pursuing higher studies are not
eligible for admission into diploma course offered by APFU.

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3.2. Age Limit:
Candidates who wish to seek admission into these courses shall have completed 15
years of age as on 31-08-2024 with an upper age limit of 22 years (Born in between
31.08.2002 and 31.08.2009).
3.3. Criteria for Selection:
The candidates will be selected based on merit in SSC or equivalent examination,
Presidential order, region and social status. In case of tie, the age of the candidate shall
be taken into consideration.
Selection Process:
• Percent of marks/Total Marks obtained in SSC or its equivalent examination
will be considered in the order of merit for Seat allotment.
• In case of tie, the marks/grade point obtained first in Science and later
Mathematics and Social, respectively will be taken into consideration for tie
breaking.
• In case if tie still continues, the age of the candidates will be taken into
consideration and the older candidates will be given preference.
Note: ICSE students need to enter average of three subjects (Physics, Chemistry
and Biology) for science and two subjects (History & Civics; Geography) for
social subject.
4.0 Reservation of seats:
4.1 Reservation of seats for the candidates belonging to Rural Area:
Seventy five (75%) of the seats in diploma courses are reserved for the candidates
who have studied for a minimum of 4 years in schools located in Non-Municipal
(Rural) areas and Twenty five (25%) seats are reserved for the candidates who have
studied in Municipal area.
4.2 General Reservations:
• The rules of reservation shall be followed as per the guidelines issued by the
Government of Andhra Pradesh from time to time.
• The rule of reservation will be followed as detailed below.
i) Open Category : 50%
ii) Backward Classes : 29% of seats are reserved under this category.
(BC-A – 7%; BC- B – 10%; BC-C – 1%; BC-D – 7%; BC-E – 4%)
iii) Scheduled Caste (SC) : 15%
iv) Scheduled Tribe (ST) : 6%

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v) Other Reservations (Special Categories):
a) Children of Armed Personnel (CAP):
Reservation to the extent of 2% of the seats shall be available for the
children of ex-servicemen and defense personnel including Border
Security Force and Central Reserve Police.
Subject to the condition that;
▪ Candidates whose parents are domicile of Andhra Pradesh will alone
be considered as per the judgment of the Hon’ble High Court of
Andhra Pradesh in W.P.NO.17095, 17950, 17952, 19150 and others
of 2006.
▪ The candidate shall also submit a certificate from the Director, Sainik
Welfare Board/Zilla Sainik Welfare Board as to their eligibility to be
considered under this quota specifying the category to which the
applicant belongs with attested copies of the documentary evidence
for claim.
▪ The decision of A.P Sainik Board or its nominee is final and binding
on the Candidates in this regard.
The order of priority and merit under this category is governed by G.O.
Ms. No. 192, Edn.(EC-2) Dept., dated 26-08-1994 and as amended by G.O.
Ms. No. 370, Edn.(EC-2) Dept., dated 18-10-1994, (Annexure –II).
b) NCC (National Cadet Corps):
Reservation to the extent of 1% shall be available for candidates of this
category. The priority for consideration will be as per GO. Ms. No. 21 HE
(TE-1) Dept., Dt. 13- 05-2002 and other guidelines revised by Govt. of AP
from time to time, (Annexure –III).
c) SPORTS:
Reservation to the extent of 0.5% (½%) shall be available for
candidates of this category. Certificates issued by various organizations
constituted by Central/State Government to conduct the event will alone be
considered under this category. The participation in games and Sports
before the qualifying Examinations will only be considered. The priority
under this Category will be fixed as per the rules in vogue at the time of
admissions, (Annexure –IV).
d) Physically Handicapped (PH):
Reservation to the extent of 5% for Physically Handicapped as per
G.O. Ms. No. 27, WCDA & SC (Prog.II), Department, dated: 14.05.2023.
However candidates with defects like Muscular dystrophy, Deaf and Dum,
Blindness and mentally retardation are not eligible for admission
(Annexure –V).
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If there is more than one eligible candidate in a particular priority
in any of the above four special reservation categories, the selection
shall be based on the merit.
Inter conversion of seats among the special reservation categories
is not applicable. If sufficient numbers of candidates are not available to fill
the seats reserved for special reservation category, they shall be filled with
candidates of general pool of that reservation category.
Note: The counselling/verification of certificates under special
categories (PH, CAP, NCC & Sports) will be held in the presence of
authorities concerned and seats will be allotted as per the priorities indicated
by the officers concerned.
vi) Economically Weaker Section (EWS) – 10% (supernumerary seats)
vii) Reservation of seats for Women: 33.33% of the seats shall be reserved in
favour of women candidates from each category.
5.0 Allocation of seats:
Among the total seats, 85% of the seats are reserved for local candidates and 15% of
seats are Un-Reserved and will be filled on merit basis. Among the local 85 percent, the seats
shall be allotted on 42:22 ratio among Andhra University (AU) region (Districts of
Srikakulam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, Alluri Sitharama Raju,
Anakapalli, Kakinada, East Godavari, Konaseema, Eluru, West Godavari, NTR, Krishna,
Palnadu, Guntur, Bapatla and Prakasam) and Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) region
(Districts of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore, Kurnool, Nandyal, Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai, YSR,
Annamayya, Tirupati and Chittoor).

5.1 Allotment of seats during counselling process:


Based on the Merit in SSC or equivalent Examination conducted by Board of
Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh or any other examination recognized as equivalent
thereto by the Board of Secondary Education, A.P., duly following Presidential Order &
Rule of reservation and based on the web-options given by the candidate, the seat
allotment will be done.
The Selected candidate has to report at the respective polytechnic with all original
certificates and pay the fee by stipulated time failing which the admission will
automatically be cancelled and the seat falls vacant, which will be filled in next phase of
online counselling.
5.2 Residential Certificate:
Applicants who have gap/break in the years of study for reasons other than failure or
those who passed the qualifying examination by private study have to submit Residential
Certificate issued by the Tahsildar/MRO. In case, the applicant has resided in more than
one place, a separate certificate from the respective Tahsildar’s/MRO’s should be
furnished for such places of residence.

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5.3 Local Status Certificate:
Candidate claiming local status in Andhra Pradesh (AU/SVU) by virtue of his/her
migration from the State of Telangana shall upload scanned copy of Local status
certificate issued in Form-II by Tahsildar of concerned along with their application (As
per G.O. Ms. No. 171, General Administration (SPF & MC) Department, dated 20-11-
2017).
6.0 Online Registration Fee:
The Online application and Counselling fee is Rs.800/- for General candidates (for
SC/ST/PH candidates the fee is Rs.400/-).
• The applicant has to select the Rupay Debit Card/UPI/Debit Card/Credit Card
(Visa/Master Card)/Internet Banking option to pay the fee and follow the online
instructions to complete the payment of the fee.
• Processing charges of payment gateway as applicable are chargeable from the
candidate only.
However, the candidates are allowed for online registration up to three days after
last date of registration with late fee of Rs.1,600 (Rupees one thousand and six hundred
only) for General and BC candidates and Rs.800 (Rupees eight hundred only) in case of
SC, ST & PH (Differently abled) candidates.
• Once payment made, it cannot be refunded under any circumstances. Hence
applicant should go through the information bulletin carefully regarding eligibility
criteria before proceeding to the payment.
7.0 Fee structure (For the Academic Year 2024-25):

Fee to be paid at the time of admission into Polytechnics (in Rs.)


S.No University Constituent (Government) Affiliated
1 APFU 1st Sem: Rs. 19675.00 1st Sem: Rs. 26,015.00
2nd Sem: Rs. 4992.00 2nd Sem: Rs. 21,478.00
Total 1st Year Fee: Total 1st Year Fee: Rs.
47,493.00/-
Rs. 24,667.00/-

7.1 Cancellation Fee:


• If the admitted candidate cancels his/her seat for the Academic Year 2024-25, an
amount of Rs. 1,650/- shall be collected as processing fee. The remaining fees
already paid during admission shall be refunded.
• If the admitted candidate cancels his/her seat after closure of admissions process
for the Academic Year 2024-25 the candidate has to forfeit the fees already paid
and in addition, he/she has to pay seat cancellation processing fee of Rs. 3,500/-
• After completion/closing of admission process, request for change of
polytechnic is not permissible under any circumstances.
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7.2 Hostel facility:
It is a residential course. Accommodation for students shall be provided in
Polytechnic attached hostels on payment basis in both Constituent and Affiliated
polytechnics.
7.3 Eligibility for other Degree Programmes:
• As per G.O. Rt. No.17 Dt. 10-02-2021, Govt. of A.P, Permission has been accorded
to Universities, Colleges and Institutes etc., to admit 2-year diploma holders awarded
by ANGRAU, Dr.YSRHU & SVVU into B.Sc. Biology stream
programmes/combinations, B.Voc. Programmes in Agriculture and Horticulture
programmes and other relevant disciplines as well as B.Com and B.A without
Mathematics and Statistics.
7.4 Forms:
• FORM-I: It is a Proforma to be Certified by the Headmaster of the School with
his office seal that the candidate has studied for a minimum period of four years
in schools located in Non-Municipal Areas during their period of study from 1st
class to 10th class (Non-Municipal Area Certificate).
• If FORM-I is not filled in or duly signed by the concerned Head of the Institution
or Officer along with office seal, the claim of the candidates will be rejected and
will be considered under Municipal Area (Urban).
8.0 Original certificates to be produced & submitted at the time of
Counselling/Admission:
• SSC Memorandum of Marks or Equivalent Examination Certificate.
• Bonafide/Study Certificate from 4th to 10th Class.
• Transfer certificate of SSC.
• Non-Municipal Area Study Certificate (FORM-I enclosed in this bulletin).
• The latest certified copy of the Social Status (Caste) Certificate issued by the
competent authority in case of applicants belonging Backward Classes, Scheduled
Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
• Latest Income certificate/EWS certificate issued by concerned authority for the
candidates who applied under EWS category only.
• Physically Challenged Certificate, if applicable.
• Discharge Certificate and ID card for Children of Armed Personnel Certificate
/Defense Personnel Certificate, if applicable.
• National Cadet Corps (NCC) certificate, if applicable.
• Sports and Games Certificates (Sports Form-I/Form-II/Form-III/Form-IV as
applicable).

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9.0 Important Notes:
• APFU intended to impart education to students, undertake research and extension
activities. Hence, University does not guarantee any employment to the
students who completes the course.
• APFU reserves the right to modify or cancel the notification without any
prior notice.
• Candidates are required to read the information bulletin thoroughly before
applying.
• The guidelines issued by the Government of Andhra Pradesh from time to time
shall be followed scrupulously including the reservations for EWS.

• The University shall send SMS to the applicant’s registered mobile or to E-mail ID
for the purposes related to counselling. Hence, the candidates are informed to
mention their personal mobile numbers but not the mobile numbers of relatives,
friends, net/online/Xerox centers etc. Once submitted, the mobile number and
E-mail ID cannot be changed. It is observed that sometimes due to technical
problems SMS and e-mails are not reaching the candidates. Hence the candidates
are advised to visit the University website for updates. In case of any doubt the
candidates are advised to call 0866-3500560 and Mobile No. 8985318321.

• The selected candidates for admission into Diploma courses of APFU shall have to
pay the prescribed fees immediately at the time of admission (The detailed fee
structure is given above).

• Once fee payment is made, it cannot be refunded under any circumstances,


hence, the candidates should ensure that he/she fulfils the specified eligibility
criteria before submitting the online application for counselling.

• Applicants should exercise web-options through online at specified dates for


choosing their preferences with respect to Polytechnics. SMS alert shall be sent to
registered mobile number for this purpose. It is observed that sometimes due to
technical problems SMS and e-mails are not reaching the candidates. Hence the
candidates are advised to visit the University website for updates. In case of any
doubt the candidates are advised to call 0866-3500560 and Mobile No.
8985318321.

• Candidates are informed that mere submission of an online application and


attending for counselling does not guarantee seat allotment.

• Candidates called for Manual/Special/Mop-up counselling will have to attend at


their own cost only. Either Parent/Guardian of the candidate shall be allowed for
Manual/Special/Mop-up counselling.

• The candidate who secures a seat should submit all the certificates in Original
along with the prescribed fees at the time of admission either through online

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counselling or at the time Manual/Special/Mop-up counselling.

• The certificates of the candidates under special categories (PH, CAP, NCC &
SPORTS) shall be verified by the authorities concerned. The University will
not interfere in the process of preparation of priority/merit lists. The
University allots seats to the candidates based on the priorities indicated by
the competent authorities.

• All the documents should be uploaded in PDF format and photo in JPG format
only.
• In case, the information furnished or the certificates uploaded by the candidates are
found to be false, the University will take appropriate action against the individuals
concerned and his/her application will be summarily rejected.
• The candidates are advised to visit the University website www.apfu.ap.gov.in or
www.aptonline.in regularly for updated and latest information about counselling.

• Information related to counselling procedure shall be displayed on the


University website (www.apfu.ap.gov.in). No separate notifications shall be
issued further and hence applicants are advised to visit the website regularly
for latest information about counselling.

• Student can approach any of the nearest AP online/Helpline centers for technical
guidance.

O. SUDHAKAR
REGISTRAR

Dated: 10.06.2024

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FORM I

(The applicants should submit the FORM I as a proof of Non-Municipal area)

This is to certify that Mr./Ms. ….…………………………………………..

D/o or S/o ....………………………………………………………………………………….

Studied in the below mentioned classes in the following school/schools which belongs to
Non-Municipal area (Rural area).
__________________________________________________________________________
Class Academic year Name of the school Signature of the Head master
& Address with seal
_________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Note:

1. Applicants who fail to submit the Form-I will be considered automatically under
Municipal area (urban) and seats will be allotted in 25:75 ratio (25-Municipal:75-
Non-municipal).
2. If any student studied in different schools during the required 4 years, the student should
obtain certificate from all the schools with the signatures of all the head masters on a single
Form-I.

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Annexure - I

Note: List of polytechnics and number of seats available in different polytechnics are
liable for change. Final list of polytechnics and number of seats may vary at the time of
counselling for admission into the Diploma programme offered by Andhra Pradesh
Fisheries University.

LIST OF POLYTECHNICS UNDER APFU, VIJAYAWADA OFFERING


DIPLOMA IN FISHERIES

Location District College Total


S.No. Name of the college
Status Seats
Constituent Polytechnic
1. Sri MVKR Fisheries Bhavadevarapalli Krishna Constituent 55 (50 +5 EWS)
Polytechnic (Govt.)
Affiliated Polytechnics
1. Sri Venkateswara SSR Puram Srikakulam Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)
Fisheries Polytechnic (Private)

2. B.R. Fishery Narsipatnam Anakapalli Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)


Polytechnic (Private)

3. Pydah College of Patavala Kakinada Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)


Fisheries Polytechnic (Private)

4. Pydah Group Patavala Kakinada Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)


Fisheries Polytechnic (Private)

5. Bellamkonda Kambhalapadu Prakasam Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)


Fisheries Polytechnic (Private)

6. Srinidhi Fisheries Chekurapadu Prakasam Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)


Polytechnic College (Private)

7. Sri Venkateswara Takkolu Kadapa Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)


Fisheries Polytechnic (Private)

8. Sri Hari Fishery Pasupula Kurnool Affiliated 55 (50 +5 EWS)


Polytechnic (Private)

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Annexure - II
CHILDREN OF ARMED PERSONNEL ETC., (CAP) CATEGORY
The Priorities under this category are as follows:
Priority No.1: Children of Armed personnel, BSF personnel and CRPF personnel killed
in action and Andhra Pradesh Police Personnel killed in extremist violence.

Priority No.2: Children of Armed Forces personnel, BSF personnel and CRPF personnel
disabled in action and invalidated out from service on medical grounds.

Priority No.3: Children of Armed Forces personnel, BSF personnel and CRPF personnel
who have received the Gallantry Awards.

The following Gallantry awarded will be considered in the order of merit.


a) Armed Forces personnel:
1. Param Vir Chakra 7. Vir Chakra
2. Ashoka Chakra 8. Shaurya Chakra
3. Sarvotham Yudha Seva Medal 9. Yuddha Seva Medal
4. Mahavir Chakra 10. Sena Medal or Navsena
5. Kirti Chakra Medal or Vayu Sena Medal
6. Uthama Yudha 11. Mention in Dispatches

b) Gallantry Awards for CRPF/BSF Personnel:

• President’s Police and Fire Service Medal for Gallantry


• President’s Police Medal for Gallantry
• Police Medal for Gallantry.
Priority No.4:

Children of other Ex-servicemen/Servicemen/BSF personnel and CRPF personnel. The


order of priority and merit is governed by G.O. Ms. No. 192, Edn. (EC-2) Dept. dated 26-
08-93 as amended by G.O. Ms. No. 370, Edn. (EC-2) Dept., dt. 18-10-1994.
Candidates whose parents are domicile of Andhra Pradesh will alone be considered as
per the judgment of the Hon’ble High Court of Andhra Pradesh in W.P .NO. 17095, 17950,
17952, 19150 and others of 2006.
The order of priority and merit under this category is governed by G.O.Ms.No.192,
Edn.(EC-2) Dept., dated 26-8-94 and as amended by G.O. Ms. No. 370, Edn.(EC-2) Dept.,
dated 18-10-1994.
If there is more than one eligible candidate in a particular priority in any of the above
four special reservation categories, the selection shall be based on the merit.

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Note:
The Children of Ex-Servicemen are directed to bring the following original
certificates at the time of spot admissions/counselling.

1. Original Discharge Certificate of his/her parent.


2. Original Identity Card of his/her parent issued by Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer
or Concerned district.
3. Original Pension Book of his/her Parent, if pensioner.
4. Residential Certificate of the parent of the Candidate issued by Mandal
Revenue Officer.
5. Certificates of Gallantry Award Gazette Notification, Copies of Part–II Order
and relevant Documents, if claims under priority–I, priority–II and priority–
III.
6. Children of Armed Forces Personnel Certificates issued by Zilla Sainik
Welfare Officer.
Annexure - III
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (NCC) CATEGORY
(The Priorities are as per GO. Ms. No. 21 H.E.(TE-1) DEPT. DT: 13-05-2002.).
Priority - I: NCC Cadets participating at International Level for Youth Exchange
programme. (‘A’ certificate holders)
Priority - II: NCC Cadets participating at national Level (‘A’ certificate holders) in
the following order of priority:
a) Republic Day camp at New Delhi
b) All India Thal Sainik Camp/Nav Sainik Camp/Vayu Sainik camp for Republic
Day banner competition.
c) National Integration camp at Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
d) Participants of Para-Jumps/Skydiving/Mountaineering at National level/medal
winners at National level shooting completion with national Rifle.
Association/Award winners in N.C.C. Games at National Level.
Priority - III: The Priority in descending order will be as follows:
a) Participants at Republic parade at State Level.
b) Participants at Independence Day at State level.
c) ‘A’ certificate holder.
Note:
1) Only the candidates who attained A’ certificate prior to appearing in the qualifying
Examinations are eligible under NCC quota.
2) The N.C.C. Directorate, Andhra Pradesh shall be responsible to draw a merit list/
priority list in respect of N.C.C. Cadets seeking admission under N.C.C. Quota for all
categories.
3) In case of tie, SSC marks will be the deciding factor for position in the merit list
under N.C.C. Category.
4) Only N.C.C. Certificates issued by N.C.C. authorities shall be valid.

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Annexure – IV
SPORTS & GAMES CATEGORY
The following games & sports will be considered under sports & games category as per
G.O. MS. No. 10, Dated: 15.07.2008 and G.O. Ms. No. 20, Dated: 24.08.2009 of Youth
Advancement Tourism & Culture (Sports) Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh.
S.No Sports/Games S.No Sports/Games S.No Sports/Games
1 Archery 11 Hand ball 21 Soft ball
2 Athletics 12 Hockey 22 Swimming
3 Basket Ball 13 Judo 23 Table Tennis
4 Boxing 14 Kabaddi 24 Taekwondo
5 Chess 15 Kho-Kho 25 Tennis
6 Cricket 16 Roller Skating 26 Volley Ball
7 Cycling 17 Rowing 27 Weight-lifting
8 Fencing 18 Sailing/ Yachting 28 Wrestling
9 Foot ball 19 Shooting 29 Ball Badminton
10 Gymnastics 20 Shuttle Badminton
The following clauses shall be taken into consideration in the course of Sports & Games
Admissions as per GO. MS. No. 20, Dt. 24.08.2009 of Youth Advancement Tourism &
Culture (Sports) Department.
a) Preference shall be given to the performance and particiapation in individual
disciplines over team disciplines within a priority.
b) Date of Birth shall be tallied proportionately to the category of age group vis-
à-vis the concerned sport. The date of birth certificate issued by the Board of
Secondary Education/similar boards of Central/State goverments only shall be
entertained as proof of age.
c) Admission shall be given to the candidates on their current sports
performance, which will be to a maximum of 3 years.
d) The sports qualification, acquired between the period from the 10th
/inter/diploma/degree examination, as the case may be, and the respective
common entrance test/couselling shall be taken into consideration for
extending sports quota to meritoriuos sprots persons, subject to the maximum
period mentioned at provision(c) above.
e) Representation of in the approved games and sports after notification/common
entrance test/online counselling shall not be considered.
f) In case of a tie between two or more candidates, for the sports quota
reservation for the same seat, SSC marks will prevail.
g) No preference shall be given to the candidates having represented more than
one game or sport. The priority will be decided based on the highest
entitlement from among the priorities admissible to a particular candidate
based on his/her represeantation in different games/sports.
h) The decision of sports authority of Andhra Pradesh is final and for scrutiny of
claims by sports authority of Andhra Pradesh, the candidates shall submit
information as called for, in the format prescribed by sports authority.
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Annexure - V
PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED (HANDICAPPED) CATEGORY
Reservation to the extent of 5% for Physically Handicapped as per G.O. Ms. No. 27,
WCDA & SC (Prog.II), Department, dated: 14.05.2023.

The Priorities under this category shall be as per G.O. Ms. No. 130 Higher Education
(TE-1) Department dated: 6.9.2000 and G.O. Ms. No. 56 Women Development, Child
Welfare & Disabled Welfare (DW) Department dated 02.12.2002.
Persons with Disabilities Act 1995 states that a person with disability means a person
suffering from not less than 40% of any disability as certified by medical authority.
i) Visual Impairment Disability categories:
All with corrections Eligibility of
Percentage
Category special
Better eye Worse eye Impairment
reservation
0 6/9 to 6/18 6/24 to 6/36 20 % Not eligible
0 (one F.C at 1ft to nil or F.C at 1ft to nil 30 % Not eligible
eyed) field of vision 100 to or field of vision
6/6 100
1 6/18 to 6/36 6/60 to nil 40 % Eligible
2 6/60 to 4/60 or field 360 to nil 75 % Eligible
of vision 110-20
Blind 100 % Not eligible

ii) Hearing Impairment Disability Categories: Hearing impairment means loss of sixty
decibels or more in the better ear in the conversational range off frequencies
Percentage Eligibility of
Type of Speech
Category DB level of special
impairment discrimination
impairment reservation
1 Mild hearing dB 26-40 in 80-100 % in Less than Not eligible
impairment better ear better year 40%
2 Moderate 41-55 dB in 50-80 % in 40-50 % Eligible
hearing better ear better year
impairment
3 Severe 56-70 dB in 40-50 % 50-75 % Eligible
hearing better ear
impairment
4 Total No hearing No 100 % Not Eligible
deafness discrimination
5 Total deaf No hearing, No 100 % Not eligible
and dumb unable to discrimination
speak

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iii) Orthopedically handicapped:
• Evaluation shall be done based on locomotors disability, mobility component
and stability component as described in the G.O. Ms. No. 56 stated above.
• Permanent physical impairment due to amputation.
• Dwarfness.
• Persons suffering from Mental retardation, Blindness, Deaf and dumb,
Chronic lung, heart, kidney and liver diseases, muscular dystrophy are not
eligible for admission into diploma programmes.
• No concessions will be allowed during study and will be granted on the ground of
disability.

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