Sainik School Mainpuri, a residential school in Uttar Pradesh functioning under the aegis of the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, has announced recruitment for two contractual teaching and staff positions. The vacancies cover one post of Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) English and one post of Counsellor, each on a one-year contract extendable up to three years. The roles suit candidates seeking defence-sector school jobs, with appointments made by the Principal of the school.
Sainik School Mainpuri TGT English and Counsellor Recruitment 2026
- Notification05 Oct
- Applications Opentill 25 Oct
About Sainik School Mainpuri TGT English and Counsellor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Sainik School Mainpuri
- Post Name
- TGT English (Unreserved) (Contractual for one-year, extendable upto 3 years) and Counsellor (Contractual for one year, extendable up to 3 years) (Unreserved)
- Job Location
- Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 21–50 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- CTET Paper-II qualified (TGT English)
- Tenure
- One year, extendable up to 3 years
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| TGT English (Unreserved) (Contractual for one-year, extendable upto 3 years) | 1 |
| Counsellor (Contractual for one year, extendable up to 3 years) (Unreserved) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
TGT English (Unreserved) (Contractual for one-year, extendable upto 3 years)1 post
- Qualification
- Four years integrated degree course from an NCTE-recognized university with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject as well as in the aggregate, including B.Ed component OR Bachelor's/Honours Degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject and in aggregate with B.Ed Degree from an NCTE recognised institution with at least 50% marks or three years integrated B.Ed-M.Ed from NCTE recognised institution with at least 50% marks OR Graduation in concerned subject with at least 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed (Special Education) from Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) with at least 50% marks OR Post Graduate in concerned subject with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade and three year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed from NCTE recognised institution with at least 50% marks. Qualified in the Central Teaching Eligibility Test (Paper-II). Competence to teach through English and Hindi languages.
- Age Limit
- 21 to 50 years
- Note
- Contractual for one year, extendable up to 3 years. Unreserved post. Must have studied English as an Elective/Main Subject for at least 03 years/06 semesters. Candidates with B.Ed (Special Education) must undergo a 6-month NCTE Special Programme in Elementary Education after appointment.
- Desirable
- Experience of working in a school; knowledge of computer applications
Counsellor (Contractual for one year, extendable up to 3 years) (Unreserved)1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate/Postgraduate in Psychology OR Postgraduate in Child Development OR Graduate/Postgraduate with diploma in Career Guidance and counselling. Candidates having below 50% marks in any exam up to Graduation are not eligible.
- Age Limit
- 21 to 50 years
- Note
- Contractual for one year, extendable up to 3 years. Unreserved post.
- Desirable
- Experience in providing career/educational counselling to students in a reputed residential school; registration with Rehabilitation Council of India as vocational counsellor; interest in extracurricular activities and aptitude for residential school lifestyle; ability to converse fluently in English; working knowledge and experience in placement bureaus as counsellor; working knowledge of computers
Age Limit
21 to 50 years as on 25-10-2026
Application Fee
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Non-refundable Demand Draft drawn in favour of Principal, Sainik School Mainpuri, SBI Bank, Station Road, Mainpuri, IFSC Code SBIN0000675
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
Shortlisted candidates who meet all eligibility criteria are called for the written test.
- 2Class Demonstration / Skill Test
Candidates demonstrate teaching or counselling skill after the written test.
- 3Interview
Final personal interview; no TA/DA is admissible for attending the selection tests.
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| TGT English (Unreserved) (Contractual for one-year, extendable upto 3 years) | Rs 35,000 to Rs 60,000 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Counsellor (Contractual for one year, extendable up to 3 years) (Unreserved) | Rs 25,000 to Rs 45,000 per month (fixed remuneration) |
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the notification section of www.sainikschoolmainpuri.com
- 2Fill in the application form in capital letters with correct personal, academic and experience details
- 3Attach attested copies of educational documents, experience certificates, Aadhar card, category certificate and a passport size photograph
- 4Draw a non-refundable Demand Draft of Rs 500 for Gen/OBC or Rs 250 for SC/ST in favour of Principal, Sainik School Mainpuri, payable at SBI Station Road, Mainpuri (IFSC SBIN0000675)
- 5Write the Demand Draft number in the application form and sign the declaration
- 6Send the completed application by Ordinary Post, Registered Post or Speed Post to the Principal, Sainik School Mainpuri, Village Nouner Kharra, Agra Road, Tehsil Sadar Mainpuri, District Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh 205119
- 7Ensure the application reaches the school by 25 October 2026 and keep a photocopy for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- Applications must be sent by Ordinary Post, Registered Post or Speed Post through Indian Postal Services only.
- Applications by hand or email will not be accepted and the school is not responsible for postal delay.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the selection tests.
- Call letters for the written examination, class demonstration and interview are sent by email only, so candidates must write a working email ID and mobile number legibly.
- Any discrepancy in certificates regarding date of birth, educational qualification or experience at any stage leads to outright rejection.
- The school may cancel the vacancy for non-availability of suitable candidates or administrative reasons, and an unfilled vacancy in a specific category may be filled from other categories.
- Sainik Schools Society Rules and Regulations apply to the recruitment process.
Desirable Qualifications
- TGT English: Experience of working in a school
- TGT English: Knowledge of computer applications
- Counsellor: Experience in providing career/educational counselling to students in a reputed residential school
- Counsellor: Registration with Rehabilitation Council of India as vocational counsellor
- Counsellor: Interest in other extracurricular activities and aptitude for residential school lifestyle
- Counsellor: Ability to converse fluently in English
- Counsellor: Working knowledge and experience in placement bureaus as counsellor
- Counsellor: Working knowledge of computers
Special Conditions
A person with B.Ed (Special Education) qualification shall undergo, after appointment, a 6-month NCTE Special Programme in Elementary Education. TGT English applicants must have studied English as an Elective/Main Subject for at least 03 years or 06 semesters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the application be submitted by hand or email?
No. Applications are accepted only through Ordinary Post, Registered Post or Speed Post by Indian Postal Services.
How will candidates be informed about the written test and interview?
Call letters are sent by email only to the working email ID given in the application. A working mobile number is also mandatory for communication.
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