OrganizationSainik School GoalparaApplication modeOfflineJob locationAssamNotification date3 Oct 2026Notice noSSG/03/2026Official websitewww.sainikschoolgoalpara.org
Regular and Contractual Posts Recruitment 2026, Sainik School Goalpara
Sainik School Goalpara (Assam), a residential public school run by Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, invites applications from Indian citizens for 13 vacancies in 12 academic and administrative posts, including PGT, TGT and Quarter Master.
Applications close12 Nov 2026
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13
Total vacancies
Rs. 21,600 – 57,120
Monthly pay, varies by post
18 / 21 – 50 yrs
Age as on 12.11.2026
Rs. 200 / 300
Application fee (Demand Draft)
Posts & vacancies
One regular post and eleven contractual posts. Contractual posts are for an initial 11 months, extendable up to 3 years, except Office Superintendent, System Administrator and Horse Riding Instructor, which are for 11 months only.
Quarter Master (Regular)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: B.A. / B.Com. Desirable: has undergone a Quarter Master's Course; basic knowledge of computer application; degree / diploma in Fire Fighting and Disaster Management Security, Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Knowledge of Stores / Inventory Management / Material Management; knowledge of GeM, CPP, GFR, DPM, DFPDS
Experience: At least five years experience as UDC stores or as Quarter Master or an Ex-Serviceman, preferably a JCO with at least 10 years' experience in handling and accounting of stores
Pay scale: Level 5, Rs. 29,200 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix, along with other admissible allowances, LTC, NPS, Gratuity and other perks as per Sainik Schools Society Rules and Regulations
Age limit: 18 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
PGT (Physics) (Contractual)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: (a) Integrated Post Graduate course from an NCTE recognised University in the concerned subject, with at least 50% marks in aggregate including B.Ed component; OR Master Degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks in aggregate in the subject or any specialization in the concerned subject, provided the candidate has studied the concerned subject at Graduation level also, AND B.Ed Degree from an NCTE recognised Institution / University with at least 50% marks; OR three years integrated B.Ed – M.Ed from an NCTE recognised Institution / University with at least 50% marks; OR four years integrated degree with at least 50% marks from an NCTE recognised University including B.Ed component. Desirable: higher education as qualification; CTET / STET qualified; experience of teaching in an English medium residential school; proficiency in English language; proficiency in games / sports / other outdoor activities; proficiency in use of Information & Technology in teaching; talents in music / public speaking / fine arts etc.
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 57,120/- per month
Age limit: 21 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
TGT (Mathematics) (Contractual)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: (A) Four years integrated degree course from an NCTE recognised University with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject as well as in the aggregate including B.Ed component; OR Bachelor / Honours Degree from a recognised University with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject, combination of subjects as well as in the aggregate, AND B.Ed Degree from an NCTE recognised Institution / University with at least 50% marks; OR three years integrated B.Ed – M.Ed with at least 50% marks; OR 1-year B.Ed (Special Education) from the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) with at least 50% marks (a person with B.Ed (Special Education) must undergo, after appointment, an NCTE recognised 6-month Special Programme in Elementary Education); OR Post-Graduation in the concerned subject / any specialization in the concerned subject with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, provided the candidate has studied the subject as mentioned in the note at graduation level, and three years integrated B.Ed – M.Ed with at least 50% marks. (B) Qualified in the Central Teachers Eligibility Test (CTET) conducted by CBSE or State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) conducted by a State Govt, in accordance with NCTE guidelines. Subjects at graduation: Mathematics as Elective / Main subject for at least 3 years / 6 semesters; Physics for at least 1 year / any 2 semesters; one of Chemistry, Electronics, Computer Science, Statistics for at least 1 year / any 2 semesters. Candidates who studied under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) with these subjects are also eligible. Candidates with B.Sc (Hons) in Physics or Chemistry are not eligible for TGT (Maths). Desirable: PG Degree or any other higher qualification; experience of teaching in an English medium residential school; proficiency in English language; proficiency in games / sports / other outdoor activities; proficiency in use of Information & Technology in teaching; talents in music / public speaking / fine arts etc.
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 53,880/- per month
Age limit: 21 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
TGT (Social Science) (Contractual)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: (A) Four years integrated degree course from an NCTE recognised University with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject as well as in the aggregate including B.Ed component; OR Bachelor / Honours Degree from a recognised University with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject, combination of subjects as well as in the aggregate, AND B.Ed Degree from an NCTE recognised Institution / University with at least 50% marks; OR three years integrated B.Ed – M.Ed with at least 50% marks; OR 1-year B.Ed (Special Education) from the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) with at least 50% marks (a person with B.Ed (Special Education) must undergo, after appointment, an NCTE recognised 6-month Special Programme in Elementary Education); OR Post-Graduation in the concerned subject / any specialization in the concerned subject with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, provided the candidate has studied the subject as mentioned in the note at graduation level, and three years integrated B.Ed – M.Ed with at least 50% marks. (B) Qualified in CTET (CBSE) or STET (State Govt), in accordance with NCTE guidelines. Subjects at graduation: any two of History, Geography, Economics and Political Science, of which one must be History or Geography studied for at least 3 years / 6 semesters as an Elective / Main subject, and the second for at least one year / any two semesters. Candidates who studied under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) with these subjects are also eligible. Desirable: PG Degree or any other higher qualification; experience of teaching in an English medium residential school; proficiency in English language; proficiency in games / sports / other outdoor activities; proficiency in use of Information & Technology in teaching; talents in music / public speaking / fine arts etc.
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 53,880/- per month
Age limit: 21 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
Band Master (Contractual)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: Potential Band Master / Band Major / Drum Major Course at the AEC Training College and Centre, Panchmarhi; OR equivalent Naval / Air Force courses
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 40,880/- per month
Age limit: 18 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
PTI Cum Matron (Female) (Contractual)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: Female candidates. (a) Recognised Diploma in Physical Education. (b) Ability to speak and understand Assamese, Hindi and English. Desirable: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education (B.P.Ed) recognised by the National Council of Teacher Education; at least 3 years working experience in any residential school will be given preference; NCC B / C Certificate holder
Pay scale: Consolidated pay Rs. 25,200/- per month
Age limit: 18 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
Mess Manager (Contractual)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: (i) Matriculation or equivalent. (ii) Diploma / Degree in catering from a recognised institution. (iii) Ability to maintain Mess accounts. (iv) Knowledge of computer. Desirable: JCO or equivalent from catering trade, or with more than 5 years catering experience
Experience: At least five years experience of running a catering organization independently in the civil, Defence Services or in any other similar organization
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 40,880/- per month
Age limit: 18 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
LDC (Contractual)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: (a) Matriculation from any recognised Board. (b) Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute. (c) Proficiency in Computer, MS Word, MS Excel, Power Points and Internet. Preference to: knowledge of Short hand and ability to correspond in English will be considered an additional qualification; higher education as qualification
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 23,880/- per month
Age limit: 18 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
Ward Boy (Contractual)
Category-wise vacancies
ST
UR
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Eligibility: (a) Passed Matriculation or equivalent examination. (b) Able to converse fluently in English. Desirable: Graduate degree; achievements in the field of Sports / Art / Music; experience of handling children with affection will be preferred
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 21,600/- per month
Eligibility: (a) Graduate with 5 years office experience of a supervisory post in a Govt or commercial establishment, or 7 years experience as UDC or equivalent in the school. (b) Ability to correspond independently in English. The condition of being a graduate is waived for ex-servicemen who had attained the rank of JCO in the clerical cadre and for Ex-Defence Service Officers. Desirable: knowledge of Rules of Civil Administration; computer skills in MS Office package (Word, Excel and Power Point)
Pay scale: Consolidated pay Rs. 42,480/- per month
Age limit: 18 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
System Administrator, IT Hardware & Networking (Contractual, 11 months only)
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Vacancies
Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree in any one of the following from a recognised University / Institution: B.Sc in Computer Science / Information Technology / Information Systems; OR Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA); OR B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics & Communication Engineering; OR three-year Diploma in Computer Science / Information Technology / Computer Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering from a recognised institution, with relevant experience; OR Class XII and one year Diploma (Computer Hardware & Networking) from an ITI / Govt recognised Institution. Desirable: knowledge of LAN / WAN, routers, switches, Wi-Fi and structured cabling; hands-on experience with CCTV, IP cameras, NVRs and PoE switches; installation, configuration and troubleshooting of desktops, laptops, printers, UPS and peripherals; installation and troubleshooting of Windows and commonly used software; basic knowledge of servers, data backup, antivirus and cybersecurity; experience in maintaining IT asset registers and inventory; knowledge of projectors, smart panels and other audio-visual equipment; CCNA, CompTIA A+ / Network+, Microsoft or equivalent certification would be an added advantage
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 30,000/- per month
Eligibility: (a) Intermediate or equivalent from a recognised Board. (b) Knowledge of Horse Riding / Risaldar Course qualified. Desirable: Ex-serviceman; experience as Instructor in any Horse riding Club / race course in India / Abroad; experience in training students
Pay scale: Consolidated Remuneration Rs. 40,000/- per month
Age limit: 18 – 50 years as on 12 Nov 2026
Key dates
03 Oct 2026
Advertisement issued (Advt. No. SSG/03/2026)
12 Nov 2026
Last date for receipt of application at Sainik School Goalpara, by post or by hand
To be intimated by e-mail
Written test and interview date
Eligibility snapshot
Nationality
Indian citizens only.
Age
As on 12 Nov 2026: not below 18 and not above 50 years for Quarter Master, Band Master, PTI Cum Matron, Mess Manager, LDC, Ward Boy, Office Superintendent, System Administrator and Horse Riding Instructor. Not below 21 and not above 50 years for PGT and TGT posts.
Category
Mention both your actual category (Gen / SC / ST / OBC) and the applied category in the application. A category certificate must be attached.
Experience certificates
Experience in the category without relevant certificates will not be taken into consideration.
Selection process
Only shortlisted applicants are called for the selection process. Selection is made on individual performance in the Written Test, Skill Test / Class Demonstration and Interview, as applicable.
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Shortlisting
Only candidates meeting all eligibility criteria are shortlisted and called for the written test.
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Written test
One hour. PGT, TGT, Band Master, PTI Cum Matron (Female) and Horse Riding Instructor: General Knowledge, General English, Basic Mathematics and a Subject Test of appropriate level. Office Superintendent, Quarter Master, Mess Manager, LDC, Ward Boy and System Administrator: General Knowledge, General English, Basic Mathematics and a Subject Test of appropriate level.
Qualifying marks decided by the Board of Officers
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Class demonstration / skill test
Only candidates who qualify in the written test are allowed to appear for the Class Demonstration or Skill Test, as applicable to the post.
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Personal interview
Held as applicable. For teaching and similar posts, additional marks are awarded for higher qualification and experience in the relevant subject. The interview date is intimated by e-mail.
Application fee
Rs. 300
General category
Rs. 200
SC / ST / OBC
Payable by Demand Draft in favour of 'Principal, Sainik School, Goalpara', payable at State Bank of India, Mornai (Code No. 9148). Non-refundable. Applications without a Demand Draft, or received after the last date, will not be accepted.
Documents to upload
Send with the application form
Application form
On the prescribed proforma, with full address, e-mail ID and contact number (compulsory)
Photograph
Recent passport size photograph, pasted on the form (mandatory)
Resume
Along with the application
Certificates
Attested copies of mark sheets and other testimonials
Category certificate
Attach the certificate for the category claimed (Gen / SC / ST / OBC)
Application fee
Demand Draft for Rs. 300 (General) or Rs. 200 (SC / ST / OBC)
How to Apply
1. Fill in the prescribed Application Format printed with the notice (4 pages), with all details and a recent passport size photograph.
2. Attach a resume and attested copies of mark sheets, experience certificates, category certificate and other testimonials.
3. Attach a Demand Draft for Rs. 300 (General) or Rs. 200 (SC / ST / OBC) in favour of 'Principal, Sainik School, Goalpara', payable at State Bank of India, Mornai (Code No. 9148).
4. Write 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ........ (REGULAR / CONTRACTUAL)' on top of the envelope.
5. Send by post or deliver by hand to: The Principal, Sainik School Goalpara, PO: Rajapara, Dist: Goalpara, Assam – 783133.
6. The application must reach the school on or before 12 Nov 2026.
Good to know before you apply
Offline application only Send the application by post or deliver it by hand. There is no online form. Write 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ........ (REGULAR / CONTRACTUAL)' on top of the envelope.
Contract period Contractual posts, except Office Superintendent, Horse Riding Instructor and System Administrator, run for up to 3 years in total from the date of appointment. After 11 months there is a further extension of one year, based on performance review and institutional requirement, with a one month break every year. Office Superintendent, Horse Riding Instructor and System Administrator are for 11 months only.
No TA/DA TA/DA is not admissible for appearing in the interview. Candidates should be ready to stay for an extra day during selection, under their own arrangement.
Interview date by e-mail The date of interview will be intimated through e-mail, so give a valid e-mail ID in the application.
School may cancel vacancies The school reserves the right to cancel any vacancy for administrative or policy reasons, without giving any reason, before or after the interview.
Declaration Any misrepresentation or material omission in the application will make the candidate liable to immediate rejection of candidature or employment at any stage.
Post-wise Type and Reservation
Quarter Master: 1, Regular, Unreserved (UR)
PGT (Physics): 1, Contractual, Reserved for ST
TGT (Mathematics): 1, Contractual, Reserved for OBC
TGT (Social Science): 1, Contractual, Reserved for OBC
Band Master: 1, Contractual, Unreserved (UR)
PTI Cum Matron (Female): 1, Contractual, Unreserved (UR)
Mess Manager: 1, Contractual, Unreserved (UR)
LDC: 1, Contractual, Reserved for EWS
Ward Boy: 2, Contractual, ST – 1 and UR – 1
Office Superintendent: 1, Contractual (11 months only), Unreserved (UR)
System Administrator (IT Hardware & Networking): 1, Contractual (11 months only), Unreserved (UR)
Horse Riding Instructor: 1, Contractual (11 months only), Unreserved (UR)
Accommodation and Mess
School will provide accommodation as applicable to Quarter Master.
School will provide accommodation and food in the Cadets' Mess, as applicable, for PGT, TGT, Band Master, PTI Cum Matron (Female), Ward Boy and Horse Riding Instructor.
School will provide accommodation for Mess Manager, LDC and Office Superintendent in the school premises, as applicable.
Free accommodation will be provided for System Administrator.