The West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) has issued a fresh recruitment notification under Memo No. 2141/WBBPE/2025/59R‑09/2024.for the hiring of Assistant Teachers in government-aided primary schools. This announcement has generated keen interest among thousands of aspirants who have long awaited clarity and opportunity in the primary education sector.
In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about this recruitment — including the main highlights, who can apply, how the selection will happen, important dates, possible challenges, and what to expect from the process.
WBBPE: The West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) plays a key role in shaping the future of early education in the state. Since its formation in 1990, WBBPE has been responsible for managing and improving primary education (Classes I–V) across West Bengal. From designing the curriculum and conducting the Primary TET exam to hiring Assistant Teachers for government-aided schools, the board handles it all. WBBPE also works closely with the School Education Department to roll out various education initiatives and ensure young learners get the strong foundation they deserve.
The Key Features of Memo No. 2141/WBBPE/2025/59R‑09/2024
Number of Post:The Total planned vacancies are 13,421 posts.
This recruitment drive is set to fill a massive number of Assistant Teacher positions in government-aided and sponsored primary schools across West Bengal. With 13,421 vacancies up for grabs, it’s a golden opportunity for aspiring teachers waiting to step into the education sector
Important Dates:
The West Bengal Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025 notification was released on 25 September 2025 by Board, online application window will open shortly, Applicants must stay updated via our website www.SarkariJobDream.Com to know online application start date, last date, exam date, and result announcement.
| Key Dates to Remember for Events and Important Deadlines | |
| Application Start date | Notify Soon |
| Last date for application submission | Notify Soon |
| Last date for correction | Notify Soon |
| Document verification | Notify Soon |
| Document verification (NIOS/D.El.Ed appellants) | Notify Soon |
| Interview / Viva‑voce | Notify Soon |
| Merit list publication | Notify Soon |
-: Application Fees :-
The West Bengal primary teacher recruitment application fee varies by category, all the category are listed below, Aspriant check your application fee as per you category.
| Application Fees for All Categories Aspirants | |
| General | ₹ 600 |
| SC | ₹ 300 |
| ST | ₹ 300 |
| EWS | ₹ 300 |
| PWD | ₹ 300 |
| OBC A | ₹ 500 |
| OBC B | ₹ 500 |
Eligibility: Eligibility Criteria for West Bengal Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025 To apply for the West Bengal Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025, candidates must be Indian citizens aged between 18 to 40 years as of January 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD categories as per government norms.
Eligibility for this posts:
1. The candidate must be a Indian Citizen
2. Minimum age Eighteen [18] years and maximum age forty [40] years.
3.Education Qualification requirement:
To apply for this recruitment, a candidate must have any one of the following educational qualifications:
(i) Higher Secondary (12th pass) with at least 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed)
(ii) Higher Secondary with at least 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE rules)
(iii) Higher Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed)
(iv) Higher Secondary with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Special Education
(v) Graduation in any subject + 2-year D.El.Ed
Selection Process & Marks Distribution: One of the most talked-about aspects of this recruitment is the merit-based scoring system designed to rank and select candidates transparently. The recruitment evaluation is based on a total of 50 marks
| SL No | Evaluation | Full Marks |
| (i) | Madhyamik / equivalent examination | 05 |
| (ii) | Higher Secondary | 10 |
| (iii) | Training as specified by NCTE | 15 |
| (iv) | Teacher Eligibility Test ( TET ) | 05 |
| (v) | Extra-Curricular Activities | 05 |
| (vi) | Viva-Voce/ Interview | 05 |
| (vii) | Aptitude Test/ Teaching experience in case of Para-Teacher | 05 |
| (viii) | Total | 50 |
Importent Links:
| All Important Link | |
| Official Website | Visit Now |
| Download Notification | Download Now |
| How to apply | Comming Soon |
Conclusion: The announcement of Memo No. 2141/WBBPE/2025/59R‑09/2024 for recruiting Assistant Teachers in primary schools brings great hope to candidates like me. This opportunity comes at the right time, aiming to fill the many vacant positions and improve the quality of education for young students across West Bengal.
For thousands of us, this isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to make a real difference in children’s lives during their crucial early years. We hope the recruitment process will be transparent, fair, and efficient so that everyone gets a fair chance.
As an aspirant, I know it’s important to prepare thoroughly, keep track of all official updates, and have my documents ready. With hard work, patience, and a bit of luck, I am optimistic about securing this chance to become an Assistant Teacher and contribute to the future of West Bengal’s education system.