NO:SO(GA)PROMOTION/TL/2025
12-March-2025
School Education & Literacy Department, Government Of Sindh
Teaching License Holders to Benefit from New Promotion Policy – Government Notification:
The Government of Sindh’s School Education & Literacy Department has taken a significant step toward improving career growth opportunities for teachers. A crucial meeting has been scheduled for March 17, 2025, to discuss the promotion of Junior Elementary School Teachers (JEST), Junior School Teachers (JST), Primary School Teachers (PST), and Early Childhood Teachers (ECT) to Elementary School Teachers (EST) (BPS-16) and Senior ECT (BPS-16).
This initiative is in line with the Sindh Civil Servants (Appointment, Promotion, and Transfer) Rules, 1974, ensuring that promotions are granted on a seniority-cum-fitness basis. Only teaching license holders certified by STEDA will be eligible for promotions. This move aims to enhance the quality of education and recognize the contributions of experienced teachers in Sindh.
This notification is particularly relevant for government school teachers, educators, and stakeholders in the education sector who are seeking promotion opportunities in Sindh’s education department.
NO:SO(GA)PROMOTION/TL/2025
GOVERNMENT OF SINDH
SCHOOL EDUCATION & LITERACY DEPARTMENT
Dated: 12th March 2025
URGENT
To
- The Directors School Education (ES&HS) (All).
- The Directors School Education (Primary) (All).
SUBJECT: MEETING REGARDING PROMOTION OF JEST IST, ECT/PST AS ELEMENTRY SCHOOL TEACHERS (BPS 16)/ SENIOR ECT (BPS-16) FROM AMONGST THE TEACHING LICENSE HOLDERS.
I am directed to inform you that a meeting has been scheduled to be held on Monday dated 17th March 2025 at 11:00 am, under the chairmanship of Secretary SE&LD at Committee Room of Secretary School Education & Literacy Department.
It is therefore requested to attend the above meeting alongwith comprehensive working papers for the promotions of JEST/JST, ECT/PST as Elementary School Teachers (BPS-16)/ Senior ECT (BPS-16) (Teaching license holders) as per this department’s Notification number NO.SO(G-III) SE&LD/REC/2024 (copy attached).
SECTION OFFICER (General)
NO.SO(G-III)SE&LD/Rec/2024
GOVERNMENT OF SINDH
SCHOOL EDUCATION & LITERACY DEPARTMENT
Karachi dated 06th November 2024
Notification
NO.SO(G-III)SE&LD/Rec/2024:– In pursuance of sub-rule (2) of Rule 3 of the Sindh Civil Servants (Appointment, Promotion and Transfer) Rules, 1974, and in consultation with Regulation Wing of Services, General Administration and Coordination Department, Government of Sindh the method, qualification, experience and other conditions for appointment in respect of the posts of Elementary School Teacher (BS-16) and Senior Early Childhood Teacher (BS-16), in the School Education & Literacy Department, Government of Sindh, mentioned in column-2 of the table below, shall be as laid down as per columns 3, 4 and 5 thereof:-
TABLE
| Sr. No. | Name of Post with BPS | Method of Appointment | Qualification & Experience | Age Limit | |
| Min | Max | ||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
| 1 | Elementary School Teacher (EST) (BS-16) | (I) Thirty percent by initial appointment through Sindh Public Service Commission; (II) Fifty percent by promotion from amongst the Junior Elementary School Teacher (JESTS) (BPS-14), having at least three years’ service as such, possessing Teaching License from STEDA, on seniority-cum- fitness basis; and | Graduate at least in through, Second Division from a University recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC):B.Ed, atleast in Second Division from a University recognized by Higher Education Education(HEC): andTeaching License by STEDA.Twenty percent by promotion from amongst Primary School Teacher (PSTs) (BPS-14), having at least three years’ service as such, possessing Teaching License from STEDA, on seniority-cum-fitness basis. | 21-28 Years | |
| 2 | Senior Early Childhood Teacher (BS-16) | Eighty percent by promotion from amongst the Early Childhood Teacher (BPS-15), having at least five years’ service as such and subject to completion of twelve (12) days mandatory training from PITE as approved by the Administrative Department, on seniority-cum- fitness basis; andTwenty percent by promotion from amongst the Early Childhood Teacher (BPS-15), having at least three years’ service as such, possessing Teaching License from STEDA, on seniority-cum-fitness basis. | —- | —- | |
SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT OF SINDH
NO.SO(G-III)SE&LD/Rec/2024 Karachi dated 06th November 2024
Teacher Promotions in Sindh – What’s Next?:
The promotion policy for JEST, JST, PST, and ECT teachers is a major development for educators in Sindh. With the official notification outlining the eligibility criteria, B.Ed qualifications, teaching license requirements, and seniority considerations, this move is expected to uplift the standard of teaching while providing career growth opportunities.
Teachers holding a valid STEDA teaching license and meeting the required experience criteria must stay updated with further announcements. This initiative ensures that qualified teachers are rewarded and promotes a transparent selection process. Stay tuned to Vocal Pakistan for the latest updates on government notifications, teacher promotions, and official policies. Bookmark our page to remain informed about the latest education department notifications in Sindh.
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