Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for Primary Teacher Posts
A new recruitment drive for 2025 has been announced by the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, with the official notification now released. This presents an opportunity for eligible candidates to join as Primary Teachers. The recruitment offers a competitive monthly salary, and applications are invited from both male and female candidates across all states of India. This article details the selection process, age limits, educational qualifications, and examination pattern for these posts.
Overview of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Recruitment 2025
The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan is organizing this recruitment drive for various educational posts.
- Organization: Education Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
- Post Name: Junior Basic Trainee (JBT) / Primary Teacher (for teaching classes 1 to 5)
- Total Posts: 218 multiple posts
- Vacancy Breakdown: EWS-22, SC-41, OBC-44, General-111
- Application Mode: Online
- Salary: ₹45,260 per month
Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Primary Teacher posts must meet the following educational requirements:
- Applicants should possess a Graduation degree or its equivalent from a recognized university.
- A Diploma in Elementary (D.El.Ed/BTC) of not less than two years duration, recognized by the NCTE, is mandatory.
- Candidates must have successfully passed the CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) examination.
- 12th pass candidates who have completed D.El.Ed/BTC are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit for Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Posts
The age criteria for applicants are as follows:
- The minimum age limit is 21 years.
- The maximum age limit is 37 years.
- For OBC candidates, the minimum age limit is 18 years.
- For SC/ST candidates, the minimum age limit is 18 years.
- Age relaxation for OBC, SC, and ST candidates will be provided as per government rules.
Application Fee Details
The application charges for these posts are structured as follows:
- For General, OBC, and EWS candidates, the application fee is ₹1000.
- For SC and ST candidates, the application fee is ₹500.
- The application fee must be paid through online mode.
Selection Process for Primary Teacher Posts
The selection process for the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan recruitment will involve an objective evaluation:
- The primary stage of selection will be an Objective Type Test, which will be conducted using an OMR-based format.
- A merit list for final selection will be prepared based on the total marks obtained by candidates in this objective test.
- Candidates are required to secure a minimum of 40% as qualifying marks in the test.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The Objective Type Test will be comprehensive, covering various subjects:
- The test will comprise 150 questions, carrying a total of 150 marks.
- Candidates will be allotted 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete the examination.
- The syllabus includes:
- General Awareness: 15 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Reasoning Abilities: 15 MCQ
- Arithmetical & Numerical Abilities: 15 MCQ
- Teaching Aptitude: 15 MCQ
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT): 15 MCQ
- Test of English Language Comprehension: 10 MCQ
- Test of Punjabi Language Comprehension: 10 MCQ
- Test of Hindi Language Comprehension: 10 MCQ
- Mathematics: 15 MCQ
- General Science: 15 MCQ
- Social Science: 15 MCQ
Salary Structure
Selected candidates for the Primary Teacher posts under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan will be offered a remuneration package:
- The monthly salary for the position will be ₹45,260.
- The salary is disbursed according to the established rules and regulations.
Required Documents for Application
Applicants must prepare the following documents for the online application process:
- Applicant’s Aadhaar Card
- Registered Mobile Number
- Passport Size Photo
- Email ID
- Degree/Diploma certificates relevant to the position
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Signature
Important Dates to Remember
Prospective candidates should note the following key dates for the application:
- Starting Date for Online Application: August 7, 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: August 28, 2025
How to Apply for Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Recruitment
Eligible and interested candidates must submit their applications through the online portal. Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment drive.

