How many vacancies are released under EMRS PGT Recruitment 2025?

A total of 1,460 PGT vacancies have been announced under EMRS Recruitment 2025.

What is the selection process for EMRS PGT 2025?

The selection process includes a written examination followed by document verification.

What is the salary of an EMRS PGT teacher?

EMRS PGTs will receive a salary as per the 7th Pay Commission, including allowances, with an attractive pay scale for Post Graduate Teachers.

EMRS PGT Notification 2025 Out, Apply Online for 1460 Posts, Salary, Exam Pattern

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The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has officially released the EMRS PGT Recruitment 2025 notification for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) positions under the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) scheme. A total of 1,460 vacancies have been announced across various subjects. The online application process has been active till today i.e. 28 October 2025. Below, candidates can find complete details regarding the EMRS PGT 2025 notification, application link, and exam dates.

EMRS PGT Application 2025 Last Date Today

The EMRS PGT Application 2025 last date is today i.e. 28 October 2025 by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. The Apply link applies to the Eklavya Model Residential Schools Staff Selection Examination (ESSE)–2025, which is being conducted to fill teaching and non-teaching positions nationwide. Eligible candidates can now submit their applications for PGT posts (1460 vacancies) till today i.e. 28th October 2025 (up to 23:55 hrs). It is important to note that the cut-off date for eligibility criteria remains 23rd October 2025 as per the official notification. Interested candidates can apply online via the NESTS website at www.nests.tribal.gov.in or through the direct application link provided.

EMRS PGT Exam Date Out

The EMRS PGT Exam Date 2025 has been officially announced for candidates applying for Post Graduate Teacher positions in Eklavya Model Residential Schools. The Tier-I examination is scheduled to take place on 13th, 14th, and 21st December 2025. The post-wise and shift-wise schedule will be released after the online application window closes, allowing candidates to organize their preparation and plan for the exam efficiently.

EMRS PGT 2025 Notification: Overview

The Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) has announced 1,460 vacancies for Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) under the EMRS Recruitment 2025. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for qualified candidates aspiring to build a career in the teaching sector. The candidate must check the table below to know more about the EMRS PGT Recruitment 2025.

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS)
Organisation	Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS)
Exam Name	EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE)-2025
Post Name	Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs)
Vacancies	1,460
Mode of Application	Online
Last date	28 October 2025 (Last date Reminder)
Last Date Extended Notice	Click Here
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR-based)
Official Website	emrs.tribal.gov.in
Notification	Click Here
Apply Link	Click Here

EMRS PGT Vacancy 2025 – Subject-Wise

The 1,460 PGT vacancies are distributed across 11 subjects. The subject-wise breakup is given below:

Subject	Total Vacancies
English	112
Hindi	81
Mathematics	169
Chemistry	159
Physics	198
Biology	133
History	140
Geography	98
Commerce	120
Economics	155
Computer Science	154
Total	1,460

EMRS PGT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The following table outlines the essential eligibility criteria for the position of Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS). Candidates must satisfy all conditions related to the age limit and essential educational qualifications for the specific subject they are applying for. Age relaxations are applicable as per the prevailing Government of India rules for reserved categories and existing EMRS employees.

Post	Eligibility
PGT Essential Qualifications	Option A: Integrated PG degree (NCTE-recognized) in the concerned subject with 50% marks (incl. B.Ed.). Option B: Master’s degree (50%) in the concerned subject AND B.Ed. (50%) / 3-year B.Ed.-M.Ed. / 4-year Integrated degree (B.Ed.) from an NCTE-recognized institution.
PGT Post-Wise Qualification	PGT (English): Master’s Degree in English. PGT (Hindi): Master’s Degree in Hindi. PGT (Mathematics): Master’s Degree in Mathematics or its specialization. Must have studied Mathematics at the Graduation level. PGT (Physics): Master’s Degree in Physics or its specialization. Must have studied Physics at the graduate level. PGT (Chemistry): Master’s Degree in Chemistry or its specialization. Must have studied Chemistry at the graduate level. PGT (Biology): Master’s Degree in Biology / Zoology / Botany or their specialization. Must have studied Biology/Zoology/Botany at the Graduation level. PGT (History): Master’s Degree in History or its specialization. Must have studied History at the graduate level. PGT (Geography): Master’s Degree in Geography or its specialization. Must have studied Geography at the graduate level. PGT (Commerce): Master’s Degree in Commerce. Must have studied Accountancy and Business Studies at the Graduation level. Note: Holders of an M.Com. Students in Economics are not eligible. PGT (Economics): Master’s Degree in Economics or its specialization. Must have studied Economics at the graduate level. PGT (Computer Science): Essential Qualification: M.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) / MCA / M.E. or M.Tech. (Computer Science/IT) with at least 50% marks. A B.Ed. A degree will be required for future promotions.
Desirable	Experience as a TGT in a recognized institution in the concerned subject. Experience of working in a residential school. Knowledge of Computer Applications.
Age Limit	Maximum Age (General)- 40 Yr SC/ST/OBC: As per the Govt. of India rules. EMRS Employees: Up to 55 years. Absolute Cap: 55 years for all.

EMRS Application Fees for PGT

Category	Application Fee	Processing Fee	Total
General/OBC	₹1500	₹500	₹2000
Female / SC / ST / PwBD	₹0	₹500	₹500

EMRS PGT Exam Pattern 2025

The EMRS PGT Recruitment 2025 follows a two-tier selection process to evaluate candidates’ academic knowledge, teaching aptitude, reasoning skills, and language proficiency. Tier I is a preliminary qualifying exam in OMR (objective) mode, while Tier II is the main subject knowledge examination that determines the final merit for PGT posts. Understanding the exam pattern is essential for candidates to strategize their preparation and focus on important sections.

Tier-I – Preliminary Examination (OMR Mode – Total 100 Marks)

Purpose: Qualifying exam for shortlisting candidates for Tier-II.
Components: General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, ICT Knowledge, Teaching Aptitude, Domain Knowledge (Experiential & NEP-2020 based)
Language Competency (English & Hindi – qualifying in nature; minimum 40% marks)
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Candidates failing the language competency test will not have their Tier-I scores evaluated.

Tier-II – Subject Knowledge Examination

Only candidates shortlisted from Tier-I (ratio 1:10 against vacancies) appear.
Structure: Objective + Descriptive questions on the subject-specific syllabus.
Marks & Duration: 100 marks, 3 hours
Merit: Final selection for PGT posts is based entirely on Tier-II performance.

EMRS PGT Selection Process 2025

The selection process for PGT posts consists of:

Tier I Exam (Prelims) – General awareness, reasoning, ICT, and teaching aptitude.
Tier II Exam (Subject-Specific Knowledge) – Based on the opted subject.
Document Verification – Final stage of recruitment.