Education Department KPK Directive of Teachers to Be Posted in Their Respective Union Councils–Notification

KPK Government Orders Transfer of PST Teachers to Their Domicile Union Councils:

The Elementary & Secondary Education Department (E&SED), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has issued a directive regarding the posting and transfer of Primary School Teachers (PST) BPS-12 to their respective domicile Union Councils (UCs). This decision aligns with the provincial government’s transfer and posting policy, ensuring that teachers serve in the areas they were originally recruited for, except for those covered under the Wedlock/Spouse Policy.

The directive comes following a complaint from Mr. Dawar Khan Kundi, MNA-NA 43 Tank/DI Khan, highlighting non-compliance with the department’s previous instructions. The Education Department has taken serious notice and directed the concerned authorities, including the Director E&SE KPK and District Education Officers (DEOs) of Tank, to take immediate action and provide a compliance report within three (03) days.

Additionally, the vacant posts of PST teachers must be advertised without further delay to ensure timely recruitment and address staffing shortages in schools.

GOVERNMENT OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
CIVIL SECRETARIAT PESHAWAR

MOST IMMEDIATE/THROUGH WHATSAPP

No. SO (P/F)/E&SED/2-1/Dawar Khan MNA/PST/Tank/2025
Dated Peshawar the, 18^th March, 2025

To

1. The Director, E&SE Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,Peshawar.
2. The District Education Officers (Male & Female)Tank.

SUBJECT:             POSTING/TRANSFER OF PST BPS-12 TO THEIR DOMICILE UNION COUNCILS AND ADVERTISED THE VACANT POSTS

                              I am directed to refer to the subject noted above and to state that this Department has in light of the relevant rules and policy clearly instructed that all the teachers recruited on Union Councils basis shall be transferred back to their respective Union Councils expect those covered under Wedlock/ Spouse Policy of the Provincial Government vide this Department Circular No. SO(PE-M)/E&SED/2- 1/Transfer-Posting/CM Directives/UC’s & District Cadre/KP/2024 dated 03.09.2024.

2.                           However, a letter has been received from Mr. Dawar Khan Kundi Advocate, MNA-NA 43 Tank/DI Khan to the effect that the aforementioned directions have since not been complied with in letter and spirit.

3.                           In view of the above, I am directed to forward the said complaint for your examination and further immediate necessary action as per rules and policy within 03 days positively as well as cogent reasons be given as to why this Department’s instructions have not been implemented till date.

SECTION OFFICER (PRIMARY FEMALE)

Ensuring Transparency in Teacher Postings Across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa:

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Education Department is committed to fair and merit-based teacher placements to strengthen the education system at the grassroots level. By ensuring that Primary School Teachers (PST) are posted in their respective Union Councils, the government aims to improve accessibility to quality education and retain local teaching talent.

This move will also enhance accountability and reduce administrative delays in teacher postings. Moreover, advertising vacant PST positions will create new employment opportunities for eligible candidates, ultimately contributing to the province’s educational development.

The Elementary & Secondary Education Department (E&SED) has warned of strict action against any officials failing to comply with this directive. Authorities are urged to follow the instructions diligently and submit a report within the given timeframe.

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