Overview
Sainik School Goalpara, a prestigious residential public school operating under the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, has released an employment
notification for a total of
17 Academic & Administrative Posts. The recruitment drive includes both regular and contractual positions, inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens. Interested candidates must submit their applications offline by post, with the crucial deadline set for
June 25, 2026.
Key Highlights
| Organization |
Sainik School Goalpara |
| Post Name |
Academic & Administrative Posts (Various) |
| Total Vacancies |
17 |
| Notification No. |
ADVT NO. SSG/ 01 /2026 DATED 20 MAY 2026 |
| Mode of Application |
Offline (by Post) |
| Application Start Date |
May 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
June 25, 2026 |
| Job Location |
Goalpara, Assam |
| Official Website |
sainikschoolgoalpara.org |
About the Organization
Sainik School Goalpara, located in
Assam, India, was established on
November 12, 1964. It operates under the aegis of the Sainik Schools Society, New Delhi, which falls under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. The concept of Sainik Schools was introduced by the then Defence Minister V.K. Krishna Menon in 1961, with the primary aim of preparing students academically, physically, and psychologically for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA) and other defence services.
The school is a fully residential institution, providing public school education based on the CBSE curriculum for students from Class 6 to Class 12. Situated approximately 18 km from Goalpara town in Rajapara Village, Mornai, the school campus spans over
509 acres. Sainik School Goalpara is renowned for fostering qualities such as character, team spirit, patriotism, and a dedication to national service. It has a distinguished record of its alumni joining the Armed Forces, as well as excelling in various other fields including civil services, medicine, and engineering.
Vacancy Details
Sainik School Goalpara has announced a total of
17 vacancies for various Academic & Administrative positions. These include both regular and contractual appointments. The detailed breakdown of posts, number of vacancies, and category-wise reservation is as follows:
| S. No. |
Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
Type |
Category-wise Reservation |
| 1 |
PGT (Computer Science) |
01 |
Regular |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 2 |
TGT (English) |
01 |
Regular |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 3 |
School Medical Officer (SMO) |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 4 |
PGT (Mathematics) |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 5 |
PGT (Physics) |
01 |
Contractual |
Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
| 6 |
TGT (Computer Science) |
01 |
Contractual |
Scheduled Caste (SC) |
| 7 |
School Counsellor |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 8 |
Librarian |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 9 |
Craft & Workshop Instructor |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 10 |
Band Master |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 11 |
Lab Assistant (Physics) |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 12 |
Lab Assistant (Chemistry) |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 13 |
Lab Assistant (Biology) |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 14 |
Mess Manager |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 15 |
Matron |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
| 16 |
Ward Boy |
02 |
Contractual |
UR – 01, SC – 01 |
| 17 |
Electrician |
01 |
Contractual |
Unreserved (UR) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for these positions must meet specific educational qualifications, age limits, and nationality requirements as detailed in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
The required educational qualifications vary by post. Below are the essential qualifications for some of the key positions:
- PGT (Computer Science): M.Sc (Computer Science/IT) / MCA from a recognized university with at least 50% marks, OR M.E. or M. Tech. (Computer Science/IT) from a recognized university/institution with at least 50% marks.
- TGT (English): Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject/combination of subjects and in aggregate, and B. Ed. Degree from an NCTE recognized Institution/University with at least 50% marks.
- School Medical Officer (SMO): MBBS Degree from a recognized university.
- Librarian: Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science from a recognized university.
- Lab Assistant (Physics/Chemistry/Biology): Intermediate Science or equivalent in the subject from a recognized Institution/Board.
- Mess Manager: Diploma/Degree in Catering or equivalent.
- Ward Boy: Matriculation (10th pass) and ability to converse fluently in English.
- Band Master: Potential Band Master / Band Major / Drum Major Course at the AEC Training College and Centre, Panchmarhi OR Equivalent Naval/Air Force Courses.
- Craft & Workshop Instructor: Matriculation with 2 years ITI Trade Certificate in Painting/Fine Arts.
- School Counsellor: Graduation/Post Graduation in Psychology/Diploma in Counseling.
- TGT (Computer Science): BCA/BE/B.Tech (Computer Science/IT) with at least 50% marks.
- Electrician: Matriculation or equivalent with ITI (Electrician) Trade Certificate.
Desirable qualifications often include higher education, experience in English medium residential schools, proficiency in English language, and talents in sports, music, or fine arts.
Age Limit
The cut-off date for determining the age limit for all posts is
June 01, 2026.
- For PGT (Computer Science) and TGT (English) (Regular posts): Candidates should be between 21 and 40 years of age.
- For most Contractual Academic & Administrative Posts (e.g., SMO, PGT Maths/Physics, TGT Computer Science, Counsellor, Librarian, Craft & Workshop Instructor, Band Master, Lab Assistants, Mess Manager, Matron, Ward Boy, Electrician): Candidates should generally be between 18 and 50 years of age.
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation will be applicable for SC/ST/OBC/ESM (Ex-Servicemen) candidates as per the rules of the Government of India.
Nationality
Only
Indian citizens are eligible to apply for these positions.
Salary & Pay Scale
The salary and pay scale for the recruited candidates vary based on the post type (Regular or Contractual) and the specific position.
- PGT (Computer Science) (Regular): Rs. 47,600/- (Level-8) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix, along with other admissible allowances, LTC, NPS, Gratuity, and perks as per Sainik Schools Society Rules and Regulations.
- TGT (English) (Regular): Rs. 44,900/- (Level-7) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix, along with other admissible allowances, LTC, NPS, Gratuity, and perks as per Sainik Schools Society Rules and Regulations.
- School Medical Officer (SMO) (Contractual): Consolidated pay of Rs. 80,000/- per month.
- PGT (Mathematics/Physics) (Contractual): Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 57,120/- per month.
- TGT (Computer Science) (Contractual) and School Counsellor (Contractual): Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 53,880/- per month.
- Librarian (Contractual): Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 40,880/- per month.
- Craft & Workshop Instructor (Contractual) and Band Master (Contractual): Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 40,880/- per month.
- Lab Assistant (Physics/Chemistry/Biology) (Contractual): Consolidated pay of Rs. 30,600/- per month.
- Mess Manager (Contractual): Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 40,880/- per month.
- Matron (Contractual): Consolidated pay of Rs. 21,600/- per month.
- Ward Boy (Contractual): Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 21,600/- per month.
- Electrician (Contractual): Consolidated pay of Rs. 30,600/- per month.
Accommodation and food in the Cadets’ Mess will be provided as applicable for most posts.
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee through a Demand Draft (DD).
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General/OBC Candidates |
Rs. 500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only) |
| SC/ST Candidates |
Rs. 250/- (Rupees Two Hundred Fifty Only) |
The Demand Draft should be drawn in favour of “
The Principal, Sainik School Goalpara” payable at SBI, Mornai (IFSC: SBIN0009148) or any other Nationalized Bank.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Academic & Administrative Posts at Sainik School Goalpara will generally involve the following stages:
- Written Test: Candidates will undergo a written examination to assess their knowledge and aptitude for the respective posts.
- Demonstration/Skill Test: Depending on the nature of the post, a demonstration or skill test may be conducted to evaluate practical abilities.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
Only shortlisted applicants will be intimated and called for the selection process. The exact dates for the selection process will be communicated later. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the interview. Candidates should be prepared to stay for an extra day during selection, under their own arrangement.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply offline by following these steps:
- Download Application Form: Visit the official website of Sainik School Goalpara (www.sainikschoolgoalpara.org) and download the prescribed application form.
- Fill Application Form: Carefully fill out the application form with all the required correct information.
- Attach Photograph: Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the application form.
- Prepare Demand Draft: Obtain a non-refundable Demand Draft for the applicable fee (Rs. 500/- for General/OBC and Rs. 250/- for SC/ST) drawn in favour of “The Principal, Sainik School Goalpara” payable at SBI, Mornai (IFSC: SBIN0009148) or any other Nationalized Bank.
- Self-Attest Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents, including educational qualification certificates, experience certificates, age proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and other testimonials.
- Envelope Super-scription: On the top of the envelope, clearly write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ……………………………………(REGULAR/CONTRACTUAL)“.
- Send by Post: Send the completed application form along with the Demand Draft and self-attested copies of documents to the following address via Speed Post / Registered Post:
The Principal, Sainik School Goalpara, PO : Rajapara, Dist :Goalpara, Assam – 783133.
- Submission Deadline: Ensure that the application reaches the school before the last date, June 25, 2026. Applications received after the last date or without the Demand Draft will not be accepted.
- Retain Copy: It is advisable to keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Notification Release |
May 20, 2026 |
| Application Start Date |
May 20, 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application |
June 25, 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date |
June 01, 2026 |
Important Links
Official Website: Click Here
Official Notification Reference
Advertisement No.: ADVT NO. SSG/ 01 /2026 DATED 20 MAY 2026, Sainik School Goalpara
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Sainik School Goalpara Recruitment 2026?
The last date for the receipt of applications for the Sainik School Goalpara
Recruitment 2026 is
June 25, 2026.
How many vacancies are available in this recruitment drive?
There are a total of
17 Academic & Administrative posts available through this recruitment notification.
What is the application mode for these posts?
The application mode is strictly
offline. Candidates need to download the application form from the official website, fill it, and send it by post.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is
Rs. 500/- for General/OBC candidates and
Rs. 250/- for SC/ST candidates, payable via Demand Draft.
What is the age limit for PGT/TGT (Regular) posts?
For PGT (Computer Science) and TGT (English) regular posts, candidates should be between
21 and 40 years of age as on
June 01, 2026.
Where can I find the official notification?
The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the Sainik School Goalpara official website, specifically through the link provided in the “Important Links” section of this article.
Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/ESM candidates as per the rules of the Government of India.