The Chandigarh Administration Department of Education has released a public notice regarding an upcoming recruitment exercise for teaching positions in government schools. This recruitment drive is expected to fill approximately 582 vacancies across multiple categories, including Nursery Teacher Training (NTT), Junior Basic Teacher (JBT), Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), and Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) positions.
Recruitment Details and Timeline
According to the notice dated 28 May 2026, the Chandigarh Administration is finalizing the recruitment framework in compliance with the directions of the Hon'ble Punjab and Haryana High Court. The formal advertisement and application schedule will be published on the official website of the Education Department at chdeducation.gov.in. The official notification is expected by 31 July 2026, with online applications likely to begin in August 2026. The examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026.
Eligibility and Application Process
The notice states that eligible candidates from other states will also be allowed to apply for these teaching posts, thereby expanding the applicant pool nationwide. This provision is expected to increase participation across categories and ensure wider competition for NTT, JBT, TGT, and PGT vacancies in Chandigarh government schools. Candidates are advised to keep all required educational certificates, identity documents, and eligibility records ready in advance to ensure timely application once the notification is published.
Vacancy Structure
Around 582 posts are expected to be filled under this recruitment drive, though post-wise and category-wise distribution has not yet been released. The vacancies cover NTT, JBT, TGT, and PGT levels, with a detailed breakup to be provided in the official notification. Officials have stated that the figure of approximately 582 posts remains indicative and may be subject to revision after final approval and verification of requirements.
Important Instructions for Candidates
The Education Department has clarified that this public notice is only an advance intimation and does not constitute the final recruitment advertisement. All detailed eligibility criteria, examination pattern, age limits, application fee structure, and selection process will be published in the official notification. Candidates are urged to regularly check the official website for updates. Recruitment proceedings are being carried out in line with judicial directions, and the final notification will confirm post distribution and all associated conditions for applicants.
