38,800 Teachers to Be Recruited for EMRS Schools in Next 3 Years

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The Central Government has announced a large-scale recruitment drive for Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) as part of the commitments made in the Union Budget 2023–24. Over the next three years, around 38,800 teachers and support staff will be recruited to strengthen the functioning of these schools nationwide. This recruitment initiative will directly benefit 740 EMRS institutions, which currently provide quality education to nearly 3.5 lakh tribal students across India. The update was shared by the Ministry of Finance, underlining the government’s ongoing efforts to improve access to education and infrastructure for tribal communities.

With this move, the Centre aims to address staff shortages, improve academic delivery, and ensure better learning outcomes in EMRS schools, reinforcing its long-term focus on inclusive and equitable education.

What’s New in EMRS Recruitment?

The Central Government has shared a fresh update on Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) recruitment, bringing encouraging news for both teaching and non-teaching job aspirants. In line with the Budget commitments, the recruitment process is progressing in a planned and phased manner to strengthen EMRS institutions across the country. This move reflects the government’s continued focus on improving staffing, academic quality, and overall infrastructure in schools dedicated to tribal education.

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The government will recruit 38,800 teachers and staff for EMRS in the next three years.
Recruitment is being conducted in phases by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS).
The first phase of recruitment through the EMRS Staff Selection Exam 2023 has been completed successfully.
The second phase will fill 7,267 teaching and non-teaching posts and is expected to be completed by August 2026.
The third phase recruitment will depend on new EMRS schools becoming functional in the coming academic years.

Focus on Better Education for Tribal Students

Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) are residential institutions set up exclusively for students from Scheduled Tribes, with a strong focus on quality education and holistic development. These schools also ensure a safe, disciplined, and supportive learning environment for students from remote and tribal areas.

To keep EMRS institutions running efficiently, the government is filling both teaching and non-teaching vacancies in a structured, phase-wise manner. This planned recruitment approach helps maintain academic standards, improve administration, and ensure that students receive consistent support throughout their schooling.

EMRS Recruitment Being Done in Phases

The recruitment process for EMRS is being carried out by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Instead of recruiting for all posts in one go, appointments are being made in multiple phases. This phased approach ensures that teaching and non-teaching staff are deployed in line with school readiness, allowing newly operational EMRS campuses to function smoothly with adequate manpower at every stage.

First Phase of EMRS Recruitment Completed

The first phase of recruitment was conducted through the EMRS Staff Selection Exam 2023. According to the official update, this phase has been completed successfully, and selected candidates are already being appointed in various Eklavya schools.

Second Phase: 7,267 Posts Likely to Be Filled by August 2026

The government has also shared details about the second phase of recruitment.

A total of 7,267 teaching and non-teaching posts will be filled
The recruitment process is likely to be completed by August 2026

Third Phase Recruitment to Depend on New Schools

The third phase of recruitment will depend on the number of new Eklavya Model Residential Schools that become functional in the coming academic years. Official details for Phase-3 will be announced later. Vacancies for this phase will be decided after reviewing:

New schools becoming operational
Additional staff requirements

Good News for Teaching Job Aspirants

This announcement brings good news for candidates looking for government teaching and staff jobs. With 38,800 total recruitments planned, EMRS will offer regular job opportunities in the coming years, especially for those interested in working in tribal and residential school education.