AP DSC 2026: Suggestive Syllabus for Special Education
Disclaimer: The suggestive syllabus is confined to the posts to be notified in the DSC 2026. Aspirants are advised to follow RCI prescribed guidelines.
1. Exam Pattern & Marks Distribution
School Assistant (Special Education)
| Part | Section / Subject | No. of MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | General Knowledge and Current affairs | 20 MCQs | 10 Marks |
| Perspectives in Special Education and Inclusive Education | 10 MCQs | 5 Marks | |
| Psychology with reference to CWSN | 10 MCQs | 5 Marks | |
| Part-2 | Category of Disability Specialisation (ID, HI, VI, SLD, ASD, CP with MD) | 90 MCQs | 45 Marks |
| Methodology in Special Education and Inclusive education | 30 MCQs | 15 Marks | |
| Total | 160 MCQs | 80 Marks | |
Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT) - Special Education
| Part | Section / Subject | No. of MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | General Knowledge and Current affairs | 20 MCQs | 10 Marks |
| Perspectives in Special Education and Inclusive Education | 10 MCQs | 5 Marks | |
| Psychology with reference to CWSN | 16 MCQs | 8 Marks | |
| Part-2 | Category of Disability Specialisation (ID, HI, VI, SLD, ASD, CP with MD) | 90 MCQs | 45 Marks |
| Methodology in Special Education and Inclusive education | 24 MCQs | 12 Marks | |
| Total | 160 MCQs | 80 Marks | |
2. Core Syllabus Topics Outline
Part I: General Subjects
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs: Latest events and general awareness.
- Perspectives in Special Education & Inclusive Education: Philosophical foundations, agencies of education (NCERT, SCERT, NCTE), historical perspectives, Indian constitutional provisions (Article 21A), and landmark acts (RTE Act 2009, RCI Act 1992, RPWD Act 2016).
- Psychology with Reference to CWSN: Human growth and development, learning theories (Thorndike, Pavlov, Skinner, Piaget, Vygotsky), motivation, and applied behavioral analysis.
Part II: Disability Specialization & Methodology
- Category of Disability Specialization (45 Marks): Benchmark disabilities overview, prevalence, causes, prevention, early identification domains, and educational implications for:
- Visual Impairment (VI) & Deaf-blindness (Db)
- Specific Learning Disability (SLD)
- Intellectual Disability (ID)
- Hearing Impairment (HI) & Speech/Language Disability
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Cerebral Palsy (CP) & Multiple Disabilities (MD)
- Early Identification & Intervention: IEP (Individualized Educational Programme) and IFSP design, classroom management models (team teaching, shadow teaching, peer tutoring).
- Tools, Devices & ICT: Screen reading software, augmentative communication (AAC) devices, online accessible libraries, and computer application configurations for CWSN.
- Methodology in Special Education: Differentiated instructional strategies, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and tailored curriculum adaptation models for specific disability profiles.
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