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

The Central Government will recruit 38,800 teachers and staff for Eklavya Model Residential Schools in the next three years. The first phase is completed, while 7,267 posts under Phase-2 are likely to be filled by August 2026, as per the latest update.

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The Central Government has announced a major recruitment drive for Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS). Under the Budget 2023–24 promises, the Centre will recruit 38,800 teachers and support staff in the next three years. This recruitment will help strengthen 740 Eklavya Model Residential Schools, which provide education to around 3.5 lakh tribal students across the country. The update was shared by the Ministry of Finance, highlighting the government’s progress in improving education facilities for tribal communities.

What’s New in EMRS Recruitment?

The Central Government has shared a fresh update on Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) recruitment, bringing good news for teaching and non-teaching job aspirants. Under the Budget commitments, the recruitment process is moving forward in a planned manner to strengthen EMRS schools across the country.

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 are special residential schools meant for Scheduled Tribe students. These schools aim to provide quality education along with a safe and supportive learning environment. To run these schools smoothly, the government is filling teaching and non-teaching posts in a planned and step-by-step manner.

EMRS Recruitment Being Done in Phases

The recruitment process for EMRS is being conducted by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Instead of filling all posts at once, the recruitment is being done in different phases. This helps ensure that schools get staff as they become fully operational.

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.