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RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION

EKLAVYA MODEL RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL STAFF SELECTION EXAMINATION (ESSE) – 2025

National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), an autonomous organization under Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, is inviting online applications for the recruitment of the teaching and non-teaching staff for Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) across the country.

Details of vacancies are as under:

Principal (225)

PGTs (1460)

TGTs (3962)

Female Staff Nurse (550),

Hostel Warden (Male/Female) (635)

Accountant (61),

JSA (228)

Lab Attendant (146)

Total Posts : 7267

Last Date : Interested and eligible candidates can apply online till 23/10/2025 (up to 23:50 hrs.)

Details regarding the online application, educational qualifications and other eligibility criteria for the ESSE-2025 are available in the Information Bulletin, which is accessible at “www.nests.tribal.gov.in”.

The candidates are advised to visit “www.nests.tribal.gov.in” for future updates.

EMRS 2025

The EMRS recruitment 2025 notification is out of the official portal, nests.tribal.gov.in on September 19, 2025. It explains the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) vacancies, process, application dates, eligibility, etc. The notice comes from the NESTS. It gives guidelines for filling the ESSE online application form. As per the notification, the exam is for various posts like Principle, PGT, TGT, female nurse staff, lab attendant, accountant, etc.

EMRS 2025 Notification Overview
Post	Vacancies	Pay Matrix	Key Eligibility
Principal	225	₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200	Master’s Degree + 10 years teaching experience
Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs)	1460	₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100	Master’s Degree in relevant subject + B.Ed
Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs)	3962	₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400	Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject + B.Ed
Art/Music/Physical Education Teacher	314	₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400	Bachelor’s Degree + Experience in Art/Music/PET
Librarian	124	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400	Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or Diploma in Library Science
Female Staff Nurse	550	₹29,200 – ₹92,300	Nursing Diploma/ Degree
Accountant	61	₹29,200 – ₹92,300	Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)	228	₹19,900 – ₹63,200	Graduation + Typing Speed
Lab Attendant	146	₹18,000 – ₹56,900	Class 12th with relevant subject
Hostel Warden (Male/Female)	635	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400	Graduation + Experience in Hostel Management

EMRS 2025 Vacancies for Teaching Posts

The EMRS Recruitment 2025 has announced 5647 vacancies for teaching posts. These include Principal, Post Graduate Teachers, and Trained Graduate Teachers. The principal has 225 posts. PGTs have 1460 posts in subjects like English and Maths. TGTs have 3962 posts in subjects like Hindi and Science.

Post	Vacancies
Principal	225
PGTs	1460
TGTs	3962
Total	5647

EMRS 2025 Vacancies for Principals

There are a total 225 vacancies for principal posts which are distributed into various categories like UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, VI, HI, LD, and others.

Category	UR	OBC (NCL)	SC	ST	Total	VI (a)	HI (b)	LD (c)	Others (d & e)
Vacancies	116	60	33	16	225	3	2	2	2

EMRS 2025 Vacancies for PGT Teachers

The EMRS 2025 recruitment for PGTs offers multiple vacancies for Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) in various subjects. PGTs are responsible for teaching higher secondary classes and shaping the academic journey of students in subjects such as English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, and more. These teachers play a crucial role in imparting quality education at the secondary level. Candidates with relevant postgraduate degrees in specific subjects are eligible to apply for these prestigious positions.

S. No.	Subject	Total	UR	EWS	OBC (NCL)	SC	ST	VI (a)	HI (b)	LD (c)	Others (d & e)
1	English	112	47	11	30	16	8	2	1	1	1
2	Hindi	81	34	8	21	20	10	6	0	1	1
3	Maths	134	55	13	36	20	10	2	1	2	1
4	Chemistry	169	71	16	45	25	12	3	2	1	2
5	Physics	159	62	15	43	29	14	7	1	2	2
6	Biology	99	43	9	26	14	7	1	2	1	1
7	History	98	42	9	26	13	7	1	1	1	1
8	Geography	98	42	9	26	13	7	2	1	1	1
9	Commerce	120	49	12	33	17	9	2	1	2	1
10	Economics	155	64	14	41	23	11	2	2	1	2
11	Computer Science	154	64	15	41	23	11	2	1	2	1
	Total	1460	611	141	388	215	105	15	15	15	14

EMRS 2025 Vacancies for TGT Teachers

The EMRS 2025 recruitment also includes multiple vacancies for Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) across various subjects. TGTs are responsible for teaching junior secondary classes (Class 6 to 10) and building a strong foundation in subjects such as English, Hindi, Science, and Social Science. These positions are ideal for candidates who have completed their graduation in relevant subjects and have the necessary training to teach at the secondary school level.

Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) (Group-B)
S.No.	Subject	Total	UR	EWS	OBC (NCL)	SC	ST	VI (a)	HI (b)	LD (c)	Others (d & e)
1	Hindi	424	174	42	114	63	11	4	5	1	5
2	English	395	162	39	80	63	11	4	4	1	5
3	Maths	384	156	38	102	51	8	4	4	1	5
4	Social Studies	392	161	39	58	29	4	4	4	4	4
5	Science	408	167	40	110	61	30	4	4	4	4
6	Computer Science	550	224	55	148	82	41	6	5	4	6
Total		2550	1044	253	685	380	188	26	25	25	26

Trained Graduate Teachers (Regional Language) (Group-B)
S.No.	Subject (Language)	No. of Vacancies	UR	EWS	OBC (NCL)	SC	ST	VI (a)	HI (b)	LD (c)	Others (d & e)
1	Assamese	8	5	0	2	1	0	1	0	0	0
2	Bodo	8	5	0	1	2	0	1	0	0	0
3	Bengali	8	5	0	2	1	0	0	1	0	0
4	Garo	8	5	0	1	2	0	0	1	0	0
5	Gujarati	6	5	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	0
6	Kannada	4	3	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0
7	Khasi	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
8	Malayalam	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
9	Manipuri	11	7	2	0	1	0	1	0	0	0
10	Mizo	6	5	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	0
11	Odiya	57	26	5	16	7	3	0	2	0	2
12	Santhali	71	30	7	19	16	5	0	5	0	1
13	Telugu	44	20	3	9	10	2	1	2	0	0
14	Urdu	20	2	0	8	3	5	0	1	0	0
Total		223	114	17	53	27	12	7	5	1	2

Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT), Miscellaneous Category of Teachers (Group-B)
S.No.	Subject	Total	UR	EWS	OBC (NCL)	SC	ST	VI (a)	HI (b)	LD (c)	Others (d & e)
1	Music	314	129	31	84	23	4	5	1	2	4
2	Art	279	116	27	75	41	20	3	2	4	5
3	PET (Male)	173	75	17	75	41	20	3	2	4	5
4	PET (Female)	299	124	29	80	42	22	0	1	1	2
5	Librarian	124	52	13	31	18	5	1	3	1	2
Total		1189	474	117	318	178	71	12	9	13	18

EMRS Recruitment 2025 Vacancies for Non-Teaching Posts

The EMRS 2025 notification also has vacancies for non-teaching posts. These include Hostel Warden, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Lab Attendant, and others. The total is 1620. Hostel Warden Male has 346 posts. Female has 550. Accountant has 61 posts. The notice lists category-wise details for each post.

Non-Teaching Posts
S. No	Name of Post	Total	UR	EWS	OBC (NCL)	SC	ST	VI (a)	HI (b)	LD (c)	Others (d & e)	ESM
1	Hostel Warden (Male)	346	143	34	93	51	25	4	4	3	3	34
2	Hostel Warden (Female)	289	119	28	78	43	21	3	3	3	3	28
3	Female Staff Nurse	550	224	55	148	82	41	7	0	8	7	55
4	Accountant	61	26	6	16	9	4	1	0	1	1	0
5	Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)	228	94	22	61	34	17	2	2	3	2	22
6	Lab Attendant	146	62	14	39	21	10	2	1	1	2	14
Total		1620	668	159	435	240	118	19	10	19	18	153

EMRS Recruitment 2025 Application Dates

The application process for EMRS 2025 recruitment will commence with the online submission of the application form. Below are the key dates and fee details for candidates interested in applying:

EMRS Registration 2025
Online Submission of Application Form	From the start of the application process until 23rd October 2025 (up to 23:50 hrs).
Application Fee	Not applicable for Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
Processing Fee	Applicable for all candidates (mandatory). Additional charges (processing fees and GST) may apply.
Mode of Payment	Online: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
Fee Payment Procedure	– Verify the validity of the card or method before payment.- A confirmation page will be generated.
Failed Payment Instructions	– If the fee paid via Credit/Debit Card fails, the transaction will be canceled, and the amount will be refunded.- If the payment via Net Banking/UPI is unsuccessful, candidates will have to reattempt the payment.
Rejected Payment Methods	Fee submitted by money order, demand draft, IPO, etc. will be rejected.

EMRS 2025 Eligibility Criteria for Teaching Posts

The EMRS 2025 eligibility criteria for teaching posts are strict. Teaching roles, including Principal, PGT, and TGT, require relevant degrees and experience, with age limits up to 50-55 years depending on category relaxations.

Post	Age Limit (including relaxation under different categories, maximum age should not exceed)	Qualification & Experience
Principal	Not exceeding 50 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation up to 55 years for EMRS employees including all relaxation under different categories, maximum age should not exceed 55 years)	(a) Master’s Degree from a recognized institution/university with at least 50% marks or equivalent grade (B+) OR 55% in case of integrated post-graduation. (b) Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from a recognized university/institution with at least 50% marks or equivalent grade (B+) in the concerned subject. (c) Post-graduation (Master’s Degree) from a recognized university with at least 50% marks or equivalent grade (B+), in the concerned subject. (d) Experience: (i) At least 10 years’ experience of teaching in a fully residential school OR (ii) Experience as Vice-Principal/Assistant Principal or equivalent post in a recognized institution for at least 3 years. (iii) Experience as a Principal/Headmaster in a Senior Secondary School for a minimum period of 2 years OR (iv) 10 years’ experience of teaching in a Senior Secondary School. (v) Experience as a teacher in Central/State Govt./Autonomous organizations for at least 3 years. (vi) Desirable: Experience of working in a fully residential school.
PGT Eligibility	Not exceeding 40 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation under Govt. of India rules. Up to 55 years for EMRS employees including all relaxation under different categories, maximum age should not exceed 55 years)	(a) Integrated Post-Graduation course of Regional College of Education of NCERT in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks OR (b) Master’s Degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in aggregate in the concerned subject. (c) B.Ed. or equivalent degree from a recognized university. (d) Proficiency in teaching in English and Hindi. (e) Desirable: Knowledge of Computer Applications.
TGT	Not exceeding 35 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation under Govt. of India rules)	(a) Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject/combination of subject and in aggregate. The elective subjects and languages in the combination of subjects as under: (i) For TGT (Hindi): Hindi as a subject in all the three years of graduation. (ii) For TGT (English): English as a subject in all the three years of graduation. (iii) For TGT (Sanskrit): Sanskrit as a subject in all the three years of graduation. (iv) For TGT (Social Studies): Any two of the following: History, Geography, Economics and Political Science of which one must be either History or Geography. (v) For TGT (Science): Botany, Zoology and Chemistry. The candidates should have studied Botany, Zoology and Chemistry during all the three years of graduation with at least 50% marks in each subject. Candidates with B.Sc. (Hons.) in Botany/Zoology/Chemistry will be considered eligible subject to the condition that the candidate has studied the other two subjects also during all the three years of graduation. (vi) For TGT (Maths): Bachelor of Engineering or B.A./B.Sc. with Mathematics as one of the elective subjects with at least 50% marks in aggregate. Candidates with B.Sc. (Hons.) in Maths will be considered eligible subject to the condition that the candidate has studied Mathematics in all the three years of graduation. (b) B.Ed. or equivalent degree from a recognized university. (c) Proficiency in teaching in English and Hindi. (d) Desirable: Working knowledge of English and Hindi.
TGT (Computer Science)	Not exceeding 35 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation under Govt. of India rules)	Essential: (a) Master’s Degree in Computer Application/Computer Science/IT from a recognized university with at least 50% marks. OR (b) B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science/IT) from a recognized university with at least 50% marks. OR (c) Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application from government recognized university/institution with at least 50% marks. Desirable: (a) Teaching experience. (b) Knowledge of English and Hindi.

EMRS 2025 Eligibility Criteria for Non-Teaching Posts

EMRS 2025 vacancy non-teaching posts like Hostel Warden and Nurse demand specific qualifications, with age caps at 30-35 years. The selection involves written exams and interviews, with reservations for PwBD, ensuring diverse staffing to support quality education in remote areas.

Post	Age Limit (including relaxation under different categories, maximum age should not exceed)	Qualification & Experience
TGT (Art)	Not exceeding 35 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation under Govt. of India rules)	(a) Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from a recognized university with at least 50% marks. (b) Working knowledge of English and Hindi. (c) Desirable: 3 years’ experience in a residential school.
TGT (Music)	Not exceeding 35 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation under Govt. of India rules)	Bachelor’s Degree in Music/Performing Arts from a UGC recognized institution with at least 50% marks.
PET (Male/Female)	Not exceeding 35 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation under Govt. of India rules)	(a) Bachelor’s Degree with Physical Education as an elective subject with at least 50% marks. OR (b) Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with at least 50% marks and a recognized post graduate diploma/certificate course in Physical Education. (c) Working knowledge of English and Hindi. (d) Desirable: (i) At least State/National level participation in the sports. (ii) Experience of working in a residential school.
Librarian	Not exceeding 35 years (SC/ST/OBC relaxation under Govt. of India rules)	Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science from a recognized institution. OR Bachelor’s Degree with Diploma in Library Science from a recognized institution. OR Bachelor’s Degree with certificate course in Library Science from a recognized institution.

EMRS 2025 Application Fee

The application fee for EMRS 2025 consists of two components: an application fee and a mandatory processing fee, both non-refundable. For female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, the application fee is zero across all posts, but they must pay a processing fee of Rs 500, making the total Rs 500 for Principal, PGT and TGTs, and non-teaching staff roles. For candidates other than female, SC, ST, and PwBD, the fees are higher: Principal requires Rs 2000 application fee plus Rs 500 processing fee (total Rs 2500), PGT and TGTs need Rs 1500 plus Rs 500 (total Rs 2000), and non-teaching staff pay Rs 1000 plus Rs 500 (total Rs 1500). Processing charges on the fee and applicable Goods and Service Taxes (GST) must be borne by the candidate during the transaction, which is done online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.

Category of Candidates	Post	Application Fee	Processing Fee	Total
Female, SC, ST & PwBD	Principal	0	500	500
Female, SC, ST & PwBD	PGT & TGTs	0	500	500
Female, SC, ST & PwBD	Non-Teaching Staff	0	500	500
Other than Female, SC, ST & PwBD	Principal	2000	500	2500
Other than Female, SC, ST & PwBD	PGT & TGTs	1500	500	2000
Other than Female, SC, ST & PwBD	Non-Teaching Staff	1000	500	1500

EMRS 2025 Online Application Process

The EMRS 2025 online application process is simple. Start from September 19, 2025. Go to the NESTS website. Fill the form with details. Upload documents. Pay the fee. Submit and get confirmation. The notice explains each step.

To apply for the EMRS Recruitment 2025, follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website: Go to https://emrs.tribal.gov.in/.

Step 2: Register: Click on the “New Registration” link. Fill in your basic details to generate a unique Login ID and Password.

Step 3: Login: Use the Login ID and Password to access the application portal.

Step 4: Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and contact information accurately.

Step 5: Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and any required certificates in the prescribed format.

Step 6: Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee as per your category using online payment methods.

Step 7: Review and Submit: Double-check all entered details and submit the application form.

Step 8: Print Confirmation: After submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Ensure you complete the application process before the deadline.

Age Relaxation Policy

The EMRS 2025 age relaxation is for reserved categories. SC and ST get 5 years. OBC gets 3 years. PwBD get 10 years. The notice gives details for each post. Women get extra relaxation in some cases.

Selection Process

The EMRS Recruitment 2025 Selection Process is designed to identify the most qualified candidates for the various teaching and non-teaching roles in EMRS. The selection process ensures a fair and transparent evaluation, focusing on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Below is a breakdown of the selection process for different positions:

Position	Selection Stages
TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher)	1. Written Exam: 3 hours, sections on General Awareness, Reasoning, Teaching Aptitude, Subject Knowledge, ICT Knowledge, NEP-2020. 2. Language Competency Test: Qualifying in English and Hindi. 3. Personal Interview: Evaluation of communication skills and teaching ability. 4. Document Verification: Verification of all documents before final appointment.
PGT (Post Graduate Teacher)	1. Written Exam: 3 hours, sections on General Awareness, Reasoning, Teaching Aptitude, Subject Knowledge, ICT Knowledge, NEP-2020. 2. Language Competency Test: Qualifying in English and Hindi. 3. Personal Interview: Evaluation of teaching skills and subject expertise. 4. Document Verification: Verification of all documents before final appointment.
JSA (Junior Secretariat Assistant)	1. Written Exam: 2 hours 30 minutes, sections on Reasoning, General Awareness, English, Hindi, Computer Operation. 2. Typewriting Test: Assessment of typing speed and accuracy. 3. Document Verification: Verification of all documents before final appointment.
Lab Attendant	1. Written Exam: 2 hours, sections on Reasoning, General Awareness, General English & Hindi, Subject-Specific Knowledge. 2. Document Verification: Verification of all documents before final appointment.
Hostel Warden	1. Written Exam: 2 hours, sections on General Awareness, Reasoning, General English, Hindi, Subject-Specific Knowledge. 2. Document Verification: Verification of all documents before final appointment.
Driver	1. Written Exam: 2 hours, sections on General Awareness, Reasoning, General English, Hindi, Driving-Specific Skills. 2. Practical Driving Test: Assessment of driving skills. 3. Document Verification: Verification of all documents before final appointment.
Miscellaneous Positions (e.g., Librarian)	1. Written Exam: Focus on general knowledge, subject expertise, and teaching ability. 2. Personal Interview: Assessment of qualifications and communication skills. 3. Document Verification: Verification of all documents before final appointment.
Final Merit List	The final merit list is prepared based on the Written Exam, Interview (if applicable), and Document Verification. Successful candidates will receive an appointment letter.