West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) has released the official notification for WB Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025. A total of 13,421 Assistant Teacher vacancies are announced across primary and junior basic schools. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
WB Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Conducting Authority | West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Teacher in Primary Schools |
| Advertisement Number | Memo No. 2141/WBBPE/2025/59R-09/202.1 |
| Total Vacancies | 13,421 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | West Bengal |
| Official Website | wbbpe.wb.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 25 September 2025 |
| Online Application Start | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
| Selection Process | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹600 |
| OBC (A & B) | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / EWS / PwD | ₹300 |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Educational Qualifications
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed
- Higher Secondary with 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed (NCTE guidelines)
- Higher Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed
- Higher Secondary with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
- Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed
Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must possess a valid Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate from WBBPE.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Para-Teachers as per government rules.
Selection Process & Evaluation
| Evaluation Criteria | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Madhyamik or Equivalent | 5 |
| Higher Secondary or Equivalent | 10 |
| Training (NCTE specified) | 15 |
| TET Score | 5 |
| Extra-Curricular Activities | 5 |
| Viva-Voce/Interview | 5 |
| Aptitude Test/Teaching Experience (Para-Teachers) | 5 |
| Total | 50 |
Salary & Benefits
- Basic salary as per WB Govt. pay scale
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Other allowances as applicable
How to Apply
- Visit the official website wbbpe.wb.gov.in
- Click on the “WB Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025” link
- Register with valid details and create login credentials
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents, photo, and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | wbbpe.wb.gov.in |
WB Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for WB Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025?
Ans. A total of 13,421 Assistant Teacher posts are announced.
Q2. What is the minimum qualification required?
Ans. Candidates must have Higher Secondary with D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed or Graduation with D.El.Ed, along with a valid WBBPE TET certificate.
Q3. What is the age limit?
Ans. Candidates should be between 18 to 40 years as on 01.01.2025. Age relaxation is applicable.
Q4. How will candidates be selected?
Ans. Selection will be based on merit marks (50), interview/viva, and aptitude test for para-teachers.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Ans. ₹600 for General, ₹500 for OBC, ₹300 for SC/ST/EWS/PwD.
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