The Federal Government has announced permanent jobs for Elementary School Teachers (EST). Men and women from all over Pakistan who have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a teaching-related subject can apply for these teaching positions.
If a candidate is selected as an Elementary School Teacher (BPS-14), they will receive a good monthly salary along with several benefits such as housing allowance, two weekly holidays, and other government employee benefits.
In this article, we will explain the job requirements, eligibility criteria, number of vacancies, and the complete application process.
Job Position and Vacancies
The position announced is Elementary School Teacher (EST) in BPS-14.
The government has announced vacancies for both males and females across Pakistan.
- Male seats: 212
- Female seats: 45
These seats are distributed across different regions:
- Punjab: 99 seats for males, 21 for females
- Sindh Rural: 23 seats for males, 5 for females
- Sindh Urban: 15 seats for males, 4 for females
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 23 seats for males, 5 for females
- Balochistan: 12 seats for males, 3 for females
- Ex-FATA: 6 seats for males, 1 for female
- Azad Jammu & Kashmir: 4 seats for males (open merit)
Minimum Qualification
Candidates must have at least 16 years of education. This means applicants should have completed a BS (4-year degree) or a Master’s degree in a teaching-related subject with at least 45% marks.
It is important to note that BA or BSc (14 years of education) is not eligible. Degrees from fields like DPT, MBBS, or BDS are also not considered for these teaching posts.
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is 18 to 30 years.
The actual basic age range is 18 to 25 years, but the government provides 5 years of general age relaxation, which makes the maximum age 30 years. Additional age relaxation may apply to certain categories according to government rules.
Place of Posting
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan. However, authorities usually try to place teachers near their district or nearby areas if positions are available.
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the written test. The test will be conducted in major cities including:
- Peshawar
- Rawalpindi
- Lahore
- Multan
- Karachi
- Quetta
Candidates who pass the written test will then be called for an interview. During the interview, applicants must bring their original academic documents.
No TA/DA (travel allowance) will be provided for the test or interview.
Test Syllabus
The written test will include multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from the following subjects:
- English – 20%
- Pakistan Studies – 20%
- General Mathematics – 20%
- General Science – 20%
- Pedagogy (Teaching Methods) – 20%
Application Process
The application process is completely online, and candidates do not need to send hard copies of documents.
Applicants must create an account on the FGEI job portal, fill in their personal and educational information, and select the Elementary School Teacher position.
Application Fee
Candidates must submit a test fee of Rs. 1250. The fee can be paid through:
- United Bank Limited (UBL)
- Easypaisa
- JazzCash
- Other mobile banking services
After payment, candidates must upload the transaction proof, passport-size photograph, and CNIC front side image on the portal.
Last Date to Apply
The last date to apply is 10 February 2025. Candidates should complete their applications before the deadline to avoid any issues.
Conclusion
These Elementary School Teacher jobs are a great opportunity for graduates who want to build a career in teaching with the Federal Government of Pakistan. Since the positions are permanent and offer good benefits, eligible candidates should apply as soon as possible and prepare well for the written test.
