The Government of Andhra Pradesh has issued important orders regarding the 12th Pay Revision Commission (12th PRC). As per G.O.Ms.No.200, General Administration (SC.A) Department, dated 01 October 2026, Sri Dinesh Kumar, IAS (1983) (Retd.), has been appointed as the Pay Revision Commissioner for the 12th Pay Revision Commission.
The appointment comes after the position of Pay Revision Commissioner became vacant following the resignation of the earlier appointed commissioner.
AP 12th PRC Commissioner Appointment – Key Details
Particular Details Government Government of Andhra Pradesh Department General Administration (SC.A) Department G.O. Number G.O.Ms.No.200 G.O. Date 01 October 2026 Commission 12th Pay Revision Commission Pay Revision Commissioner Sri Dinesh Kumar, IAS (1983) (Retd.) Place of Functioning Velagapudi Report Submission Within one year from assumption of charge
The Government order states that the 12th Pay Revision Commission was originally constituted for State Government employees and that the Terms of Reference had already been specified in an earlier Government Order.
Dinesh Kumar IAS Appointed as 12th PRC Commissioner
The Andhra Pradesh Government has appointed Sri Dinesh Kumar, IAS (1983) (Retd.), as the Pay Revision Commissioner for the 12th Pay Revision Commission. The Government has stated that the detailed terms and conditions of his appointment will be issued separately.
The 12th Pay Revision Commission will continue to function according to the Terms of Reference issued through G.O.Ms.No.68, General Administration (SC.A) Department, dated 12 July 2023.
Why Is the New Appointment Important?
The post of Pay Revision Commissioner had remained vacant after the resignation of the previously appointed commissioner. The latest Government Order fills this vacancy and allows the 12th Pay Revision Commission to continue its work under the existing Terms of Reference.
The Government order also directs Secretariat Departments and Heads of Departments to provide the necessary information and cooperation whenever requested by the Pay Revision Commission.
Where Will the 12th Pay Revision Commission Function?
According to the Government Order, the 12th Pay Revision Commission will ordinarily function from Velagapudi. However, the Commission may tour within or outside Andhra Pradesh whenever necessary for its work.
Deadline for Submission of PRC Report
One of the important points in the latest order is the timeline for the Commission’s report.
The 12th Pay Revision Commission shall submit its report to the Government within one year from the date on which the Pay Revision Commissioner assumes charge.
Therefore, the exact report deadline will be linked to the date on which Sri Dinesh Kumar, IAS (Retd.), formally assumes charge.
Information for AP Government Employees
The Government Order has been circulated to various departments, Heads of Departments, Collectors and District Magistrates, universities, employee coordination bodies and recognized service associations.
This makes the latest G.O. relevant to Andhra Pradesh State Government employees, teachers, employees’ associations and other stakeholders who are following developments related to the 12th Pay Revision Commission.
AP 12th PRC Latest Update – At a Glance
G.O.Ms.No.200 dated 01-10-2026 confirms the appointment of Sri Dinesh Kumar, IAS (1983) (Retd.) as the Pay Revision Commissioner for the 12th Pay Revision Commission of Andhra Pradesh. The Commission will continue under the existing Terms of Reference and is required to submit its report within one year from the Commissioner’s assumption of charge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has been appointed as the AP 12th PRC Commissioner?
Sri Dinesh Kumar, IAS (1983) (Retd.), has been appointed as the Pay Revision Commissioner.
Which Government Order announced the appointment?
The appointment was issued through G.O.Ms.No.200, General Administration (SC.A) Department, dated 01 October 2026.
When will the 12th PRC submit its report?
The Commission is required to submit its report within one year from the date of assumption of charge by the Pay Revision Commissioner.
Where will the Commission ordinarily function?
The Commission will ordinarily function from Velagapudi, with provision to tour within or outside the State when necessary.
Are the new appointment terms available in this G.O.?
The Government Order states that the terms and conditions of appointment of Sri Dinesh Kumar, IAS (Retd.), will be issued separately.
Official Government Order
The above information is based on Andhra Pradesh Government G.O.Ms.No.200, General Administration (SC.A) Department, dated 01-10-2026. Readers are advised to refer to the official Government Order for the complete details and subsequent instructions.
Source: Government of Andhra Pradesh, General Administration (SC.A) Department – G.O.Ms.No.200 dated 01 October 2026.
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