Bihar Education Department has come forward with the massive recruitment drive for 2025. The aim is to fill critical positions across all levels of education. This program aims at improving the state’s education sector by providing job opportunities for qualified people against the goals of National Education Policy 2020. This column provides a detailed breakdown of this initiative, right from eligibility and the process of recruitment.
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There Are Some Bihar Education Department
1. Primary School Teachers
Eligibility:
Applicants must pass the BTET and have D.El.Ed, B.Ed., or any other equivalent teacher education training.
Focus:
The drive focuses on solving one of the biggest teacher vacancies problems in primary school; this is evident in most rural and semi-urban areas. Hiring needs to be concentrated on recruiting the right educational personnel who can teach core subjects in Mathematics, Language, and Environmental Studies.
Estimated Vacancies:
The Bihar government will post thousands of vacancies for primary teachers. It is claimed that all government schools will achieve the minimum student-teacher ratio stipulated by the national guidelines.
Key Benefits:
Opportunity to work in public education in a formative learning environment.
• Pay package competitive, 7th Pay Commission.
• Allowance for working in difficult or underdeveloped places.
2. Upper Primary and High School Teachers
Eligibility:
Applicants shall clear the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) and should possess a bachelor’s degree in the concerned subject, along with B.Ed qualification.
Subjects in Demand:
It goes without saying that, in this era of soaring importance attached to STEM education, many of these subjects will increasingly require greater numbers of graduates:
Science: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Maths: for both secondary and higher.
• Social Science: History, Geography, and Political Science.
• Languages: Hindi, Urdu, English, and other local languages.
Mission:
Recruitment of secondary teachers
In this line, NEP 2020 has enunciated the vision for holistic education. Such educators will provide an appropriate groundwork for higher education and entrance examinations.
Vacancies:
Thousands of subject-specific posts are to be released, and an emphasis will be made on filling positions in under-served areas.
Tips for Aspirants:
• Become an expert in the subject you plan to teach.
• Prepare for teaching aptitude sections in the STET.
• Keep updating regarding the pattern and syllabus.
3. Assistant Professors and Lecturers
Eligibility:
Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in the concerned subject and have qualified the UGC NET/ an equivalent eligibility.
Recruiting Body:
Assistant professors and lecturers shall be recruited by Bihar State University Service Commission BSUSC.
Role Description:
Undergraduates and postgraduates.
• Research and scholarly publications.
• Guiding students for the development of academic and professional skills.
Vacancy:
There will be a large number of available positions in all fields, such as arts, science, commerce, and technology.
Importance:
This recruitment will unite the higher learning campuses of Bihar with quality education and cultivate scholarly research.
Compensation and Benefits:
He/She will get the remuneration accompanied by the research funding along with other allowances for participating in the conference and pension benefits.
4. Principals of College and University
Eligibility:
He should have a good record of teaching or academic administration experience and eligibility like Ph.D. and UGC NET.
Re-cruitment Body:
BPSC or BSUSC will do the recruitment process.
Key Responsibilities:
Institutional academic planning and administration of colleges and universities.
• State and national educational policies.
• Development of a culture that is research and innovation-friendly
Objective:
The position of principals is important to ensure good academic standards and a culture of learning and development at higher education institutes..
Advantages:
Principals will be offered handsome remuneration packages, house rent allowance, medical facilities, etc.
Expected Recruitment Procedure
The recruitment for all positions will be carried out through the following stages –
1. Public Notice:
o Bihar government will issue comprehensive public notices for every position through official portals like BPSC and BSUSC
2. Online Application:
o Candidates will send their applications online attaching educational certificates, proof of qualifications, and ID.
3. Written Exams:
o Almost all positions will be subjected to a written examination that focuses on the subject matter knowledge, teaching aptitude, and general awareness.
4. Interviews:
o The shortlisted applicants will be interviewed regarding teaching methodology, communication skills, and general aptitude.
5. Last Merit List:
o A merit list will also be released considering the performance of the students in the exams and interviews.
How This Recruitment Meets Bihar’s Aspirations
Fill Educational Gaps
For ages, education system in Bihar faced many problems-one being vacant teacher positions and low-student-to-teacher ratio in rural areas. These appointments are supposed to fill gaps sufficiently.
Help in Implementation of NEP 2020
With the recruitment of well-trained teachers and academic heads, the education system of Bihar matches the direction set by NEP for a holistic and skill-based education.
Employment Increase
This recruitment drive is not only for enhancing education but also to create thousands of employment, thus making a majority of families economically sound.
Salary and Compensation to the Recruited Person
Primary and Secondary Teachers: ₹ 25,000 to ₹ 40,000 every month. Assistant Professors: ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 every month. Principals: ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200 every month and more for a principal doing administrative work.
Other benefits also include health insurance, housing allowances, and retirement pensions.
Tips for Aspirants
Preparation for Tests
• Study the syllabus of BTET, STET, or UGC NET very well.
• Practice previous years’ question papers.
• Practice to enhance the time management aspect in Mock Tests.
Staying updated
Always keep visiting the official websites like:
• Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
• Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC)
Experience
For senior positions like Principals, prior teaching or administrative experience will be beneficial.
Conclusion
By 2025, this is a huge recruitment in the Bihar Education Department that is providing avenues to aspirants who seek stable and impactful careers in education. As promised, it is going to transform the educational landscape of the state with thousands of vacancies for primary and secondary teachers and assistant professors and principals.
This recruitment is not just work and job but is the very beginning of its groundbreaking journey toward implementing quality education and developing Bihar’s youth. Candidates must prepare well and check official notices to grab this golden opportunity.
With this initiative, the drive to be followed will mark a new trend in Bihar’s education by the goal of NEP 2020, filling teacher shortages, and providing employment opportunities. Keep an eye on the official notice for starting your career!
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