Punjab Special Educator Recruitment 2025: 3600 Vacancies Announced!
Big News! The Punjab School Education Department has announced 3600 new Special Educator posts for 2025, offering a golden opportunity for special education professionals.
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Overview
The Punjab Government has amended service rules to create 3600 Special Educator posts, as announced in gazette notifications dated July 12, 2025. Here's a quick summary:
Master Cadre
- Vacancies: 1650 Posts
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400/- (Level-6)
Primary Cadre
- Vacancies: 1950 Posts
- Pay Scale: ₹29,200/- (Level-5)
Total Vacancies: 3600 Posts
1. Special Educator Teacher (Master Cadre)
Recruitment Method
The 1650 posts will be filled through:
- Direct Recruitment: 75% of posts
- Promotion: 25% for eligible in-service teachers
Educational Qualifications
- Graduation: Minimum 55% marks (50% for reserved categories)
- Professional Qualification (Any ONE):
- B.Ed. in Special Education (B.Ed.Spl.Ed.) recognized by RCI
- B.Ed. with Diploma in Education Special Education (D.Ed.Spl.Ed.)
- B.Ed. with Post Graduate Professional Diploma (Special Education)
- RCI Registration: Mandatory
2. Special Educator Teacher (Primary)
Recruitment Method
The 1950 posts will be filled via:
- Direct Recruitment: 90% of posts
- Promotion: 10% for Pre-Primary Teachers and PTIs
Educational Qualifications
- Graduation: Minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
- Professional Qualification: Diploma in Education Special Education (D.Ed.Spl.Ed.) recognized by RCI
- RCI Registration: Mandatory
Promotion Opportunities
Existing staff can benefit from:
- Eligibility: Minimum 4 years of regular service with required qualifications
- Master Cadre (25%): From Primary Teachers, Head Teachers, Special Educator Teachers (Primary), etc.
- Primary Cadre (10%): From Pre-Primary Teachers (8%) and PTIs (2%)
Important Notes
- Equivalency: Provide equivalency certificate for non-standard qualifications per UGC/RCI guidelines
- RCI Registration: Mandatory for all professional qualifications
- Official Source: Gazette notifications G.S.R. 123 and G.S.R. 124, dated July 12, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many total vacancies are announced?
3600 posts: 1650 for Master Cadre and 1950 for Primary Cadre.
2. Key qualification for Primary post?
Diploma in Education Special Education (D.Ed.Spl.Ed.) or equivalent, recognized by RCI, with valid registration.
3. Key qualification for Master Cadre post?
B.Ed. in Special Education (B.Ed.Spl.Ed.) or equivalent, recognized by RCI, with valid registration.
4. Are there promotion opportunities?
Yes, 25% of Master Cadre and 10% of Primary Cadre posts are reserved for promotion.
5. What is the official source?
Punjab Government Gazette notifications No. G.S.R.123 and No. G.S.R.124, dated July 12, 2025.
