The Directorate of Elementary Education (DEE), Assam, has officially released a recruitment notification for 120 Special Educator posts in Lower Primary (LP) Schools across the state. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen and improve the quality of elementary education in Assam in alignment with the Right to Education Act, 2009 and as per the Hon’ble Supreme Court’s judgments dated 28.10.2021 and 21.07.2022 in Writ Petition (C) No. 132/2016.
Applications are invited online from eligible Indian citizens (as defined in Article 5–8 of the Constitution of India) who are permanent residents of Assam and have qualified in Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (ATET) or Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET).
Selected candidates will be appointed as Special Educators in Lower Primary Schools under DEE, Assam, vide Govt. letter E-file No. 63618493 dated 21.08.2025, with a pay scale of Rs. 14,000 – Rs. 70,000 (PB-2) + Grade Pay Rs. 7,400/- along with other admissible allowances under “The Assam Services (Revision of Pay) Amendment Rules, 2019.”
DEE Assam Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Special Educator (Lower Primary Schools) |
| Total Vacancies | 120 (One Hundred Twenty) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 14,000 – Rs. 70,000 (PB-2) + Grade Pay Rs. 7,400 + other allowances |
| Reservation | OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), ST(H), PwD, Women, and Ex-Servicemen (district-wise & category-wise break-up to be published later after roster approval by WPT&BC, Personnel, Tribal Affairs, and Finance departments) |
| Note | Vacancies may vary based on administrative requirements |
Eligibility Criteria for Special Educators
- Educational Qualification:
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks AND a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education) recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
- OR Graduation with 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (Special Education) with ATET/CTET qualification for LP Schools. (Note: No extra marks for Graduation.)
- TET Qualification:
- Must have passed ATET/CTET for Lower Primary Schools.
- Either Language-I or Language-II in ATET/CTET must match the medium of instruction of the applied school.
- Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025):
- General/UR: 18–40 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 42 years
- OBC/MOBC: 43 years
- SC/ST(P)/ST(H): 45 years
- PwD: 50 years
- Other Conditions:
- Must comply with Small Family Norms – not more than two living children after 01.01.2021.
- Candidates with “Not Clear (NC)” status in qualifications will not be considered.
- Only first betterment/improvement attempt in Higher Secondary or equivalent will be accepted.
DEE Assam Recruitment Rules & Conditions
- A separate merit list will be prepared for each district and category.
- Applicants must be prepared to serve in their respective place of posting as per district allocation.
- Recruitment may be cancelled or postponed at any stage without notice.
- Only one application per ATET/CTET Roll Number is allowed. Multiple applications will lead to rejection.
- Strict verification of documents will be carried out via DigiLocker, QR/Barcode scanning, and official board verification.
- Any fraudulent information, misrepresentation, or discrepancy will result in cancellation of candidature, permanent debarment from future govt. recruitment, and possible legal action.
- No offline applications will be accepted.
Documents Required (Scanned in Colour)
- Passport-size Photograph
- HSLC Admit Card (Proof of Age)
- HSSLC Marksheet & Certificate
- Degree (if applicable)
- Diploma in Special Education (RCI Recognized) Marksheet & Certificate
- Permanent Resident Certificate of Assam
- ATET/CTET Certificate & Marks
- Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if any)
DEE Assam Recruitment Important Dates
| Details | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 28th August 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 30th September 2025 (5:00 PM) |
DEE Special Educator Online Form and weblinks
| Online Application | Register |
| Advertisement Pdf | Visit Here |
Important Notes for Candidates
- Ensure accuracy and genuineness of all uploaded documents.
- Visit only the official website (dee.assam.gov.in) for authentic updates.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- The office of DEE, Assam will not be responsible for fraudulent information submission.
- All future notifications and updates regarding this recruitment will be published only on the official DEE Assam website.
