The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, has announced 7267 vacancies for Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across India. This recruitment drive includes teaching and non-teaching posts such as Principal, PGT, TGT, Staff Nurse, and more. Candidates can apply online until 23rd October 2025.
Vacancy Details and Important Dates
The vacancies include Principal (225 posts), Post Graduate Teachers (1460 posts), Trained Graduate Teachers (3962 posts), Female Staff Nurse (550 posts), Hostel Warden (635 posts), Accountant (61 posts), Junior Secretariat Assistant (228 posts), and Lab Attendant (146 posts). The application process began on 23rd September 2025 and will close on 23rd October 2025 at 11:50 PM.
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits
Candidates must meet educational qualifications and age limits for each post. Principals need a Master’s degree with B.Ed and relevant experience. Age limits range from 30 to 50 years depending on the post, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories and EMRS employees.
Application Fees and Salary
Application fees vary by category and post. General and OBC candidates must pay ₹2000 for Principal, ₹1500 for PGT/TGT, and ₹1000 for non-teaching posts, plus a ₹500 processing fee. SC, ST, Female, and PwBD candidates are exempted from the application fee but must pay the processing fee.
Selected candidates will receive salaries as per Pay Matrix Levels ranging from ₹18,000 to ₹2,09,200 depending on the post, along with a special allowance of 10% of basic pay for residential duties.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online at the official NESTS portal nests.tribal.gov.in. Candidates must register with valid email and mobile number, fill in the application form, upload required documents, and pay the fee online before the deadline.
This recruitment is a significant opportunity for job seekers in the education sector across India, including special language teacher vacancies for Assam and North East India candidates.