The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has issued a final call to candidates for the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) recruitment drive. The online application window for 7267 teaching and non-teaching positions will officially close on 28th October 2025. Prospective applicants must complete their registration through the official portal at nests.tribal.gov.in before this deadline to be considered for these coveted government posts.
This recruitment campaign represents one of the largest in the education sector this year, offering opportunities for roles including Principal, Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), Hostel Warden, Female Staff Nurse, Accountant, Junior Secretariat Assistant, and Lab Attendant. The examination schedule has now been finalized, with the Tier-I written test scheduled to be conducted on 13th, 14th, and 21st December 2025.
Detailed Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The recruitment drive covers a wide spectrum of roles. Here is a summary of key positions and their vacancies:
Teaching Posts:
Non-Teaching Posts:
Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualifications from a recognized board or university. Key requirements include:
Principal: Post Graduate degree with B.Ed. and 8-12 years of experience.
PGT: Post Graduate degree in the relevant subject with B.Ed. and a valid CTET.
TGT: Graduate degree with relevant teaching qualifications.
Important Note for Computer Science Teachers: In a significant update, NESTS has clarified that a B.Ed. degree is not mandatory for the initial recruitment of Computer Science Teachers. However, it will be compulsory for future promotions to the PGT level.
Application Fee
The application fee structure has been set with category-based variations. For Principal positions, the fee is ₹500 for women, SC, ST, and Divyang candidates, while all other candidates must pay ₹2500. For PGT and TGT roles, the fee is ₹500 for the reserved categories and ₹2000 for others. Non-teaching positions carry a fee of ₹500 for reserved categories and ₹1500 for general candidates.
How to apply for EMRS Recruitment 2025?
Step 1. Visit the official website: nests.tribal.gov.in.
Step 2. Navigate to the "Recruitment" section and find the active advertisement for 7267 posts.
Step 3. Complete the online registration and carefully fill out the application form.
Step 4. Upload all required documents, including photographs, signatures, and educational certificates.
Step 5. Pay the application fee through the provided online mode.
Step 6. Submit the form and download a copy for your future reference.
Direct Link: EMRS Recruitment 2025
Candidates are advised that their examination city will be automatically allotted by the system, and a detailed, post-wise examination schedule will be published after the application deadline passes. Aspirants should ensure they convert any CGPA grades to percentage equivalents as per their university's guidelines when completing the application form to avoid discrepancies.
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