The Gujarat State Primary Education Selection Committee (GSPESC) has officially launched a recruitment drive for the position of Vidya Sahayak, targeting primary schools that cater to students from Standards 1 to 5 in the Gujarati medium. This initiative aims to fill approximately 11,000 vacancies within government schools managed by District Education Committees and Town Education Committees throughout the state.
The recruitment process is structured according to the guidelines outlined in the Education Department's resolution dated March 17, 2023, along with subsequent amendments. The recruitment will adhere to the stipulations set forth in Notification No. GH/SH/02/PRE/11-2016/SF-6/K, which was issued on January 20, 2017.
Vacancies and Reservation Details
This recruitment initiative is categorized under Advertisement No. 01/2027 for Teaching Assistant (Class-3) positions. The total number of vacancies has been confirmed following the Education Department's approval via a letter dated March 31, 2026. Detailed information regarding district-wise and school-wise vacancies will be made available post the completion of the district transfer process for primary teachers.
- 4% of the total vacancies are reserved for differently-abled candidates in accordance with General Administration Department norms.
- If these positions remain unfilled during the initial recruitment phase, they will be classified as second-occasion vacancies, following the resolution dated November 20, 2024.
Eligibility Criteria for Candidates
To qualify for these positions, candidates must have successfully cleared the TET-1 examination and possess the necessary educational and professional qualifications, which include a D.El.Ed. or an equivalent qualification. Additionally, final-year D.El.Ed. students who have passed TET-1 are also eligible to apply. They can submit their marks after the results are declared, provided they are subject to verification.
Further details regarding age limits, relaxations, pay scales, and other recruitment regulations will be published on the official website. It is crucial for candidates to thoroughly review all instructions and circulars prior to submitting their applications.
Application Process and Important Dates
The online application process is set to commence at 12:00 AM on April 15, 2026, and will conclude at 3:00 PM on April 24, 2026. Candidates are required to submit their applications through the official portal. The final date for submitting applications at designated acceptance centers is also April 24, 2026, until 5:00 PM, excluding public holidays.
This recruitment will be conducted based on merit, document verification, and the district-wise distribution of candidates in alignment with the available vacancies.
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This advertisement has been issued from Gandhinagar under the authority of the Chairman of the Committee and the Director of Primary Education.