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Government orders, circulars, and official references
DPH&FW
Directorate of Public Health & Family Welfare
1. GO Ms No.565 (27-08-1979) - AP Medical Subordinate Service Rules (Branch III)
Branch III General Rules for Andhra Pradesh Medical Subordinate Service, including constitution of classes and categories of posts.
2. GO Ms No.458 (14-10-1998) - Medical & Health (Administration) Service Rules
Rules re-issuing service provisions for gazetted posts in Andhra Pradesh Medical and Health (Administration) Service under HM&FW (C2).
3. Job Chart for Pharmacist Grade II, Pharmacist Grade I, and Pharmacy Supervisor (G.O.Rt.No.487)
Role-wise job chart covering core duties and responsibilities of Pharmacist Grade II, Pharmacist Grade I, and Pharmacy Supervisor posts under the control of Director of Health.
4. 2015 HMF RT 602 Proceedings
Official proceedings document related to pharmacy service administration and cadre matters. Useful as a supporting reference for service-related representations.
5. Electronic Health Records (EHR) System - Implementation Circular
DPH&FW circular dated 15-06-2022 on PHC staff roles in ABDM-EHR implementation for OPD/IPD services. Specifies role-wise responsibilities from registration and ABHA linking to prescription handling and medicine issue.
6. Government Order MS No.299 - Zonal Cadre Amendment
G.O.Ms.No.299 dated 22-11-2022 amending AP Public Health Sub-ordinate Service Rules. Reorganizes Pharmacist Grade II posts from district cadre to zonal cadre under service reorganization provisions.
7. AP Public Health Pharmacist Zonal Cadre Order
Reference copy of the AP pharmacist zonal cadre amendment order. Covers cadre restructuring context, rule references, and implementation basis for moving Pharmacist Grade II posts to zonal cadre.
8. Pharmacy Service Reference Document (DM&HO Instructions on CLs/CCLs)
Office of DM&HO Krishna circular dated 12-01-2026 on Casual Leave, CCLs, and Day-off guidelines for Pharmacy Officers and healthcare staff in PHCs/UPHCs.
DME
Directorate of Medical Education
1. GO Ms No.466 (16-10-1998) - Medical Education, Health & FW Nursing Services Special Rules
Special Rules order for Andhra Pradesh Medical Education, Health and Family Welfare Nursing Services issued by HM&FW (L2) Department.
2. GO Ms No.466 - Medical Education, Health & FW Nursing Services (Reference Copy)
Reference copy of G.O.Ms.No.466 (16-10-1998) covering special rules for Medical Education, Health and Family Welfare Nursing Services.
3. GO Ms No.154 (04-05-2002) - Andhra Pradesh Medical Education Service Rules
Comprehensive AP Medical Education Service Rules issued under HM&FW (A2), consolidating governing orders for medical education service posts.
DSH
Directorate of Secondary Health (APVVP)
1. 2022 HMF MS 164
G.O.Ms.No.164 (01-07-2022) modifying DSH cadre creation orders for 2,588 posts. Revises sanctioned counts and recruitment mode, including Radiographer and Post-Mortem Assistant positions.
2. 2022 HMF MS 165
G.O.Ms.No.165 (01-07-2022) restructuring staffing pattern for 30-bedded Community Health Centres under DSH, with post-wise cadre allocation including pharmacy, nursing, and technical categories.
3. 2022 HMF MS 167
G.O.Ms.No.167 (01-07-2022) restructuring staffing pattern for 100-bedded Area Hospitals, specifying specialty, cadre, and sanctioned posts for DSH facilities.
4. 2022 HMF MS 168
G.O.Ms.No.168 (01-07-2022) restructuring staffing pattern for 150-bedded Area Hospitals under DSH, detailing revised cadre distribution across clinical and support posts.
5. 2022 HMF MS 169
G.O.Ms.No.169 (01-07-2022) restructuring staffing pattern for 150-bedded District Hospitals in DSH institutions, with specialty-wise and cadre-wise sanctioned strength.
6. 2022 HMF MS 170
G.O.Ms.No.170 (01-07-2022) restructuring staffing pattern for 200-bedded Area Hospitals under DSH, revising specialty posts and institutional staffing framework.
7. 2022 HMF MS 178
G.O.Ms.No.178 (01-07-2022) order on upgrading, downgrading, and conversion of DSH posts after restructuring. Includes conversion of CSS posts and upgradation of Pharmacist Grade-II posts to Grade-I and Pharmacy Supervisor.
8. 2022 HMF MS 223
G.O.Ms.No.223 (12-09-2022) revised staffing pattern for 30-bedded Community Health Centres, superseding earlier order and updating post-wise HR structure for DSH facilities.
9. 2022 HMF MS 224
G.O.Ms.No.224 (12-09-2022) revised staffing pattern for 50-bedded Community Health Centres under DSH, with updated sanctioned cadre matrix and revised HR deployment.
10. 2022 HMF MS 235
G.O.Ms.No.235 (12-09-2022) revised staffing pattern for Civil Dispensaries in DSH, replacing earlier staffing order and defining category-wise sanctioned posts.
11. 2022 HMF MS 236
G.O.Ms.No.236 (12-09-2022) revised DSH restructuring order for upgrade, downgrade, and conversion of posts across bed strengths, including DCS/CSS adjustments, senior assistant upgradation, and staff redeployment permission.
12. Directorate of Secondary Health (DSH) Service Rules, 2026
Comprehensive service rules framed following Act 44 of 2023 (repealing APVVP Act 29 of 1986) establishing the Directorate of Secondary Health as a government department. Outlines cadre organization across State, Zonal, and District units, absorption provisions for APVVP staff, recruitment methods, qualifications, probation, seniority rules, pay matrices, and role-wise job charts for medical, pharmacy, nursing, and support cadres.
SENIORITY LISTS
Official Cadre & Promotion Seniority Registers
1. Final Seniority List of Pharmacy Officers (Zone-II)
Establishment - A.P. Medical Subordinate Services - Final Seniority List of Pharmacy Officers in Zone-II for awarding promotion as Senior Pharmacy Officer for the panel year 2025-2026 (communicated 01-11-2024). Essential for promotion, transfer, and service seniority verification.
2. Final Seniority List of Senior Pharmacy Officers Gr-I in Zone-II (DSH / APVVP)
Office of the Director of Secondary Health, A.P. (File No. DSH-14021/12/2025-PARAMEDICAL-APVVP, dated 15-04-2025) — Final Seniority List of Senior Pharmacy Officers (Gr-I) in Zone-II communicated for promotions and administrative verification.
GAZETTES
Government Gazette Notifications
1. GO Ms No.339 (28-08-1996) - Drugs Control Administration Special Rules (Gazette)
Andhra Pradesh Gazette notification publishing special rules for Andhra Pradesh Drugs Control Administration under HM&FW (L2) Department.
2. GO Ms No.65 (19-03-2001) - Printing, Stationery & Stores Purchase Subordinate Service Rules
Gazette supplement containing special rules for Andhra Pradesh Printing, Stationery and Stores Purchase Subordinate Service.
3. Delhi Pharmacy Services (Allopathy) Rules, 2019 — Gazette Notification
Official Delhi Gazette Extraordinary notification (29-03-2019) framing recruitment rules for Allopathic Pharmacy cadres (Pharmacist, Senior Pharmacist, Assistant Chief Pharmacist) under NCT of Delhi. Details 835 sanctioned posts, Level 5 to Level 7 pay matrix structures, B.Pharm qualification requirements, Pharmacy Council registration criteria, and promotion committee norms.
4. AP Pharmacy Officer Gazette Notification
Official Government gazette notification (No.431, March 2024). Contains legal notifications affecting pharmacy officers in Andhra Pradesh government health services.
5. G.O.Ms.No.45 GAD (20-04-2026) — AP Presidential Order 2025 Republication
General Administration Department notification republishing Presidential Order S.O. 5777(E) dated 15-12-2025 in the AP Gazette, superseding the 1975 Presidential Order. Formally reorganizes Andhra Pradesh public employment into 26 revenue districts, 6 Zones, and 2 Multi-Zones, establishing statutory rules for local cadre organization, 80% local reservation in direct recruitment, transfer regulations, and cadre allocation.
6. Pharmacy Council of India — Gazette Notification (June 10, 2026)
Pharmacist Recruitment, Promotion and Service Regulations, 2025. The Pharmacy Council of India has formally notified a structured 6-tier cadre for government pharmacy services — from Pharmacy Officer (GP ₹4600) up to Joint Director, Pharmacy (GP 7600) — with clearly defined pay scales, promotion timelines, and job responsibilities for each grade. Two new specialist roles — Clinical Pharmacy Officer and Drug Information Pharmacy Officer — have been introduced as direct-recruitment Group B posts, requiring a minimum B.Pharm degree, recognising the expanding clinical role of pharmacists in public health. All existing pharmacists in service will have their designations revised to align with this new nomenclature through a fresh government notification. This landmark regulation is a significant milestone for the pharmacy profession, establishing a defined career progression pathway and professional recognition long advocated by associations like APPA.
GENERAL
Acts, Service Rules & General Guidelines
1. The Drugs and Cosmetics Act & Rules
Government of India consolidated compendium of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, 1945 (updated through 31-12-2016). Core statutory reference for regulation of drugs and cosmetics in India.
2. The Pharmacy Act, 1948
Full text of the Pharmacy Act, 1948 covering the Pharmacy Council of India, State Pharmacy Councils, education regulations, and pharmacist registration framework.
3. 35 Days CLS Government Orders (G.O.Ms.No.784)
Government order set concerning 35 days CLS provisions for Medical & Health Department employees. Helpful for understanding leave, training, or service-condition applicability where relevant.
4. Handbook - Courtesies with Members of Parliament & State Legislature
General Administration (Services-C) handbook consolidating official instructions on courtesies and protocol in dealing with MPs, MLAs, and non-officials.
5. GO Ms No.411 (11-08-1994) - Drugs Control Administration Subordinate Service Rules
Special Rules order for Andhra Pradesh Drugs Control Administration Subordinate Service, issued by HM&FW (L2) Department.
6. GO Ms No.459 (08-09-1994) - Health Laboratories & Food Administration Subordinate Service Rules
Special Rules issued for Andhra Pradesh Health Laboratories and Food (Health) Administration Subordinate Service under HM&FW (L1) Department.
7. GOs All Purpose Compilation
Compiled set of government orders gathered for general pharmacy service reference. Useful as a single-point document for administrative review.
8. Handbook - Compassionate Appointments Instructions
General Administration (Services-G) compilation on appointment of son, daughter, or spouse of government servants who die in harness or retire on medical grounds.
9. Kerala Local Purchase Committee Guidelines (2017)
Directorate of Health Services, Kerala circular dated 18-08-2017 on constituting Local Purchase Committees. Defines purchase limits and committee composition for institutional procurement.
10. Kerala High Court Order — NCD Medicines
Extract of Kerala High Court common judgment dated 23-08-2017 (WP(C) 37156/2016) affirming that only registered pharmacists may dispense medicines, including NCD medicines, in compliance with the Pharmacy Act.
11. Prescription Audit Guidelines
Prescription Audit Guidelines handbook for reviewing prescription quality and rational medicine use in health facilities. Useful for audit practice, quality monitoring, and clinical governance support.
12. Kerala High Court Order - Pharmacist Status
Kerala High Court judgment in W.A. 495/2021 and W.P.(C) 6674/2021 on pharmacist-related dispensing and regulatory issues. Includes court reasoning and final dismissal of the writ appeal and writ petition.
13. PCI Non-Paramedical Cadre Circular
Pharmacy Council of India notification (Ref. 10-1/2022-PCI, dated 19-06-2023) clarifying that pharmacy is an independent profession and should not be classified under para-medical courses or groups.
14. Pharmacy Officer Designations & Job Responsibilities Matrix
Designation-wise responsibility matrix for pharmacy cadres in service institutions. Intended as a quick reference for post titles, role allocation, and functional accountability across pharmacy posts.
15. Central Protection of Healthcare Workers and Medical Establishments from Violence Bill, 2025
Bill introduced in Rajya Sabha on 05-12-2025 proposing a central legal framework to protect healthcare workers and medical establishments from violence, with provisions on offences, penalties, and enforcement.
16. HM&FW Dept. Memo No. 3088039 (28-12-2025) — E-Office, Digital Governance & E-Aushadhi Directives
Health, Medical & Family Welfare Department notification communicating CMO review meeting minutes chaired by Spl. CS Sri Muddada Ravichandra, IAS. Issues 23 mandatory directives including 100% paperless E-Office transition by 15-01-2026, prohibition of manual registers, mandatory e-Aushadhi medicine indenting, annual EML/ESL review, KPI performance monitoring, ANM to GNM cadre adjustments, and centralized APMSIDC procurement.
17. AP Finance Dept. Circular Memo (25-06-2026) — Cadre Strength Distribution Guidelines
Finance Department Circular Memo No. FIN01-HR0PDPP(RRD)/17/2026-HR-I issued by HR Secretary Vadarevu Vinay Chand. Provides draft guidelines and operational formulas for determining and distributing post-wise sanctioned cadre strength across District, Zonal (6 Zones), and Multi-Zonal (2 Multi-Zones) local cadres across all 26 AP districts pursuant to Presidential Order 2025.
Important Links
Quick access to key health and pharmacy resources
1. AP Health, Medical & Family Welfare
Official state health department portal.
2. GPF Portal - AG AP
General Provident Fund account details and statements from Accountant General, Andhra Pradesh.
3. Health FRS - AP Health Face Recognition
Face Recognition Biometric Attendance System for AP Health Department employees.
4. National Health Mission - AP
Programs, notifications, and resources.
5. NIDHI - AP CFSS Salary Portal
Access salary slips, pay details, and financial services for AP government employees.
6. Pharmacy Council of India
Regulatory updates, circulars, and standards.
7. Pharmacy Councils of India (All States)
Contact details and information for all State Pharmacy Councils and Tribunals in India.
8. APMSIDC - AP Medical Services & Infrastructure Development Corporation
Official portal for central drug procurement, warehouse logistics, e-Aushadhi inventory management, and health infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh.