EMRS Recruitment 2025 has been extended the last date to apply.
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has announced a massive recruitment drive for 7267 vacancies in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across India. This comprehensive guide provides all the essential information about the application process, eligibility criteria, and selection procedure for these prestigious positions.
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| EMRS Recruitment Last Date to Apply |
Recruitment Overview
Particulars | Details |
Conducting Body | National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) |
Total Vacancies | 7267 Posts |
Posts Available | Principal, PGT, TGT, Hostel Warden, Staff Nurse, Accountant, JSA, Lab Attendant |
Application Mode | Online Only |
Application Dates | 19 September 2025 to 23 October 2025 (Extended to 28 October 2025) |
Official Website |
Important Notice: The last date to apply has been extended to October 28, 2025. All applications must be submitted exclusively through the official website.
Detailed Vacancy Distribution
Teaching Posts (Total: 5647)
Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
Principal | 225 |
Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) | 1460 |
Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) | 3962 |
Total Teaching Posts | 5647 |
Non-Teaching Posts (Total: 1620)
Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
Female Staff Nurse | 550 |
Hostel Warden (Male & Female) | 635 |
Accountant | 61 |
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 228 |
Lab Attendant | 146 |
Total Non-Teaching Posts | 1620 |
Application Fee Structure
Post Category | Fee for SC/ST/PwBD/All Women | Fee for Other Candidates |
Principal | ₹500 | ₹2500 |
PGT & TGT | ₹500 | ₹2000 |
Non-Teaching Staff | ₹500 | ₹1500 |
Payment Method: The application fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Please note that the fee is non-refundable once paid.
Age Limit Criteria
Post | Maximum Age Limit |
Principal | 50 Years |
PGT | 40 Years |
TGT | 35 Years |
Hostel Warden, Staff Nurse | 35 Years |
Accountant, JSA, Lab Attendant | 30 Years |
Age Relaxation Policy
Category | Age Relaxation |
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
Other Backward Classes (NCL) | 3 years |
PwBD (General) | 10 years |
PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
Important Note: The crucial date for determining age and educational qualification is October 23, 2025. The maximum age cannot exceed 55 years after applying all relaxations.
Educational Qualifications
Post | Essential Qualification Requirements |
Principal | Master's Degree with 50% + B.Ed. with 50% marks. 12 years teaching experience for PGTs. |
PGT | Post Graduation in concerned subject with 50% + B.Ed. with 50% marks |
TGT | Graduation in concerned subject with 50% + B.Ed. with 50% marks + CTET Qualified |
Staff Nurse | B.Sc. Nursing + Registered Nurse + 2.5 years experience in 50-bedded hospital |
Accountant | Bachelor's Degree in Commerce |
JSA | 12th Pass + Typing Speed (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi) |
Lab Attendant | 10th Pass with Diploma in Lab Tech OR 12th Pass (Science Stream) |
The selection process comprises multiple stages designed to evaluate candidates comprehensively:
Tier-I: Preliminary Examination
Mode: OMR-based (Pen-Paper mode)
Nature: Qualifying examination
Total Marks: 100
Duration: 2 hours
Tier-II: Subject Knowledge Examination
Format: Combination of Objective and Descriptive questions
Total Marks: 100 (40 Objective + 60 Descriptive)
Duration: 3 hours
Tier-III: Post-Specific Evaluation
For Principal: Personal Interview (40 marks)
For JSA: Skill Test (Typing Test)
Final Merit Calculation:
For Principal: 80% from Tier-II + 20% from Interview
For all other posts: 100% from Tier-II marks
Step-by-Step Application Process
Visit Official Website: Navigate to nests.tribal.gov.in
Registration: Click on the EMRS Recruitment 2025 link and complete Part-A registration with basic personal details
Application Form: Fill Part-B for each post you wish to apply for with detailed information
Document Upload: Upload required documents including:
Recent photograph
Signature
Educational certificates
Category certificates (if applicable)
Fee Payment: Pay the application fee through online payment methods
Final Submission: Submit the completed form and download the confirmation page for future reference
Important Consideration: Candidates can apply for multiple posts if they meet the eligibility criteria for each position. However, a separate application fee must be paid for each post applied. Always keep a printout of the confirmation page for documentation and future correspondence.
Essential Documents Required
10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
Graduation/Post-graduation degree and mark sheets
B.Ed. certificate (for teaching posts)
CTET certificate (for TGT posts)
Experience certificates (where required)
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
Photo identity proof
Passport size photograph
Signature scan
Examination Pattern Details
Tier-I Examination Structure
The preliminary examination will test candidates on:
General Awareness
Reasoning Ability
Quantitative Aptitude
Language Competency
Subject-specific basic knowledge
Tier-II Examination Structure
The main examination will include:
Subject-specific objective questions
Descriptive questions testing in-depth knowledge
Practical application questions for professional posts
Important Considerations
Multiple Applications
Candidates eligible for multiple posts must submit separate applications for each position. Each application requires individual fee payment and document submission.
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents during the verification process. Discrepancies between submitted information and original documents may lead to disqualification.
Reservation Policy
The recruitment follows government norms for reservation:
SC: 15%
ST: 7.5%
OBC: 27%
EWS: 10%
PwBD: 4%
Admit Card
Admit cards for eligible candidates will be available for download from the official website approximately 2-3 weeks before the examination date.
Career Growth and Benefits
Selected candidates will enjoy:
Attractive salary as per 7th Pay Commission
Job security in government sector
Professional growth opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package
Work satisfaction in tribal education development
Contact Information
For any queries or technical assistance during application process, candidates can contact:
Official helpline numbers (when announced)
Email support through official website
Helpdesk facilities mentioned in the notification
Final Recommendations
Early Application: Submit your application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues
Document Preparation: Keep all required documents scanned and ready in prescribed format
Fee Payment Confirmation: Ensure successful payment and keep transaction details
Regular Updates: Check the official website regularly for updates and announcements
Preparation Strategy: Begin exam preparation early, focusing on subject knowledge and general awareness
© 2025 EMRS Recruitment Guide
Information sourced from official NESTS notification. For exact details and updates, always refer to the official notification available at nests.tribal.gov.in
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Candidates should verify all information from the official NESTS notification and website. The recruitment process is subject to changes as per the conducting authority's discretion.
