News India Live, Digital Desk: Gujarat government has opened a box of happiness for the youth preparing for government jobs. Taking a historic decision, the state education department has cleared the way for the bumper reinstatement of about 11,000 ‘Vidyasahayaks’ (primary teachers). This news has come as a lifesaver for those candidates who were waiting for recruitment in the teaching field for a long time. The special thing is that this recruitment is considered to be one of the biggest campaigns launched for primary teachers in recent years.
Mathematics of recruitment: 5000 pending and 6000 new posts included
According to the official data of the Education Department, this mega recruitment drive is being conducted for Gujarati medium schools run under the District and Municipal Primary Education Committees. Of this total recruitment, 5,000 posts are those which were pending since the year 2025, while the remaining 6,000 posts have been specifically sanctioned for the year 2026 under the 10-year recruitment calendar of the government. This step will not only provide employment to the unemployed youth, but will also remove the shortage of teachers in the primary schools of the state to a great extent.
TET-1 pass is a golden opportunity for the youth.
In this recruitment drive, priority will be given mainly to those candidates who have successfully passed the TET-1 examination. The State Primary Education Selection Committee has clarified that youth willing to teach children from class 1 to class 5 can take advantage of this golden opportunity. The aim of the state government is to keep this process transparent and fair, so that only deserving talents get a place in schools.
Important dates: Application process will start from April 15
If you also want to be a part of this recruitment, then finalize your preparations. According to the official notification, the entire recruitment process will be conducted in online mode. eligible candidates 15th April You will be able to register yourself on the official portal. Last date to apply 24 April It has been determined. After filling the online form, candidates have to submit their documents at the designated acceptance centres. The entire selection process will be based on merit and selected candidates will be allotted districts as per their choice and vacancies.
Final year students also got big relief
Another positive aspect in the recruitment process is that students who are currently in the final year of Diploma in Elementary Education (DElEd) and have passed TET-1 will also be eligible to apply. This decision of the government has excited thousands of youth who want to start their career with government service even before completing their degree.
Important information for transfer of teachers and private schools
Along with new recruitments, the department has also announced relief for working teachers. Teachers who want district transfer can 21st April to 23rd April You can apply online between. Apart from this, the application window has also been reopened for private institutions planning to open new primary schools or expand classes. such institutions 8th April to 15th April You will be able to submit your application between.
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