Teacher Service Commission: Unfilled Primary Level Teacher Posts
Overview
The Teachers Service Commission recently reported that 759 primary-level teacher posts remain unfilled. Out of 7,882 advertised positions, only 7,123 were successfully recommended.
Reasons for Vacancies
- Reserved Seats: The unfilled positions are predominantly reserved seats with fewer applicants.
- Fierce Open Competition: While open competition is intense, reserved quotas struggle to find enough qualified candidates.
- Quota Adjustments: If candidates fail to meet the required number in reserved quotas, these vacancies are carried over to the next year or added to open group quotas.
Quota Breakdown
Koshi Province
- Total Open Quota: 570
- Recommended: 1,037
- Women Quota: 159 out of 257
- Dalit Women: 0 out of 13
- Muslim Women: 0 out of 10
- Janajati Quota: 206 out of 304
Madhesh Province
- Total Open Quota: 373
- Recommended: 481
- Women Quota: 205 out of 242
- Dalit Women: 3 out of 9
- Muslim Women: 2 out of 3
- Janajati Quota: 144 out of 206
Bagmati Province
- Total Open Quota: 792
- Recommended: 501
- Women Quota: 139 out of 173
- Dalit Women: 8 out of 8
- Muslim Women: 7 out of 7
- Janajati Quota: 147 out of 207
Gandaki Province
- Total Open Quota: 923
- Recommended: 726
- Women Quota: 168 out of 191
- Dalit Women: 5 out of 5
- Muslim Women: 3 out of 3
- Janajati Quota: 156 out of 219
Lumbini Province
- Total Open Quota: 589
- Recommended: 420
- Women Quota: 112 out of 118
- Dalit Women: 1 out of 1
- Muslim Women: 1 out of 1
- Janajati Quota: 109 out of 140
Karnali Province
- Total Open Quota: 382
- Recommended: 246
- Women Quota: 71 out of 90
- Dalit Women: 1 out of 1
- Muslim Women: 1 out of 1
- Janajati Quota: 55 out of 96
Sudurpaschim Province
- Total Open Quota: 179
- Recommended: 297
- Women Quota: 54 out of 57
- Dalit Women: 1 out of 4
- Muslim Women: 0 out of 1
- Janajati Quota: 75 out of 102
Examination and Recommendations
The Commission conducts two-stage examinations (general and subject-wise). Candidates who fail the first stage cannot proceed to the second stage. Inclusive groups often face higher failure rates, highlighting the need for targeted support programs for these candidates.
Conclusion
Despite significant efforts, many reserved quotas remain unfilled due to the lack of qualified candidates. Addressing this issue requires a combined approach of enhanced state support programs and increased efforts from candidates themselves.
Key Takeaways
- High Competition: Open category sees intense competition, while reserved quotas struggle.
- Quota Adjustments: Unfilled reserved seats are carried over or moved to open quotas.
- Support Needed: Special programs for inclusive groups can help improve pass rates.
Ensuring all teaching posts are filled requires ongoing attention to both recruitment strategies and candidate support.
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