The Andhra Pradesh government has officially lifted the longstanding ban on general transfers of state employees, signaling a major administrative shift. The Finance Department has approved the transfer process to be carried out across departments from May 16 to June 2, and formal orders have been issued to guide the implementation.
In a move aimed at ensuring fairness and accountability, the government released comprehensive guidelines detailing eligibility conditions and prioritization protocols for various categories of employees.
One of the key directives mandates that employees who have completed five years at the same post or station—whether in their current role or post-promotion—must be transferred. Meanwhile, staff with less than five years of service at a given location are allowed to submit voluntary transfer requests.
To support inclusivity and compassion in administration, the government has announced special considerations for several groups:
Employees set to retire on or before May 31, 2026 are exempt from the transfer exercise.
Visually impaired personnel will be given transfer priority upon request.
Parents of children with developmental disabilities may request transfers and will be accorded preferential treatment.
Staff serving in tribal areas for over two years will be prioritized for relocation, if desired.
Employees citing medical grounds will have their cases reviewed for compassionate consideration.
Widowed women employees may also seek priority transfers.
In addition, the government reiterated its policy to support spousal accommodation, stating that if both partners are government employees, efforts will be made to post them in the same or nearby locations.
This decision is seen as a step toward more dynamic workforce management, balancing operational needs with human concerns. Departments have been directed to carry out transfers transparently, in line with the updated rules, to ensure fairness across the board.
