The Samagra Shiksha, Gujarat State Primary Education Council (State Project Office, Gandhinagar), under the Education Department, has issued an official recruitment notification for the engagement of Gyan Sahayak (Primary) Gujarati Medium.
This recruitment drive is conducted under the Gyan Sahayak Scheme (Primary) to fill school-level contractual teaching positions for an 11-month contract period across government primary schools, Ashram Shalas (residential primary schools) under the Commissionerate of Tribal Development, and grant-in-aid primary schools under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department.
Key Highlights: Gyan Sahayak Primary Recruitment 2026
| Parameter | Official Details |
| Recruiting Authority | Samagra Shiksha, Education Department, Government of Gujarat |
| Advertisement No. | Info/1581/2026-27 |
| Post Title | Gyan Sahayak (Primary) Gujarati Medium |
| Nature of Post | Purely Contractual (11 Months Duration) |
| Fixed Monthly Honorarium | ₹21,000/- per month |
| Upper Age Limit | Up to 48 Years (as on application date) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Application Link | pregyansahayak.ssgujarat.org |
| Online Registration Starts | 15th October 2026 (14:00 Hours / 02:00 PM) |
| Application Deadline | 22nd October 2026 (23:59 Hours / 11:59 PM) |
| Merit List Announcement | 24th October 2026 (14:00 Hours / 02:00 PM) |
| District DV & School Selection | 25th October 2026 (Monday) |
Target Schools & Covered Establishments
Selected Gyan Sahayaks will be posted across various government and government-aided primary institutions in Gujarat:
- Government Primary Schools under the Education Department.
- Grant-in-Aid Residential Primary Schools (Ashram Shalas) under the Commissionerate of Tribal Development.
- Grant-in-Aid Primary Schools under the Directorate of Scheduled Caste Welfare and Directorate of Developing Castes Welfare.
Remuneration & Age Criteria
- Fixed Honorarium: Selected candidates will receive a fixed consolidated salary of ₹21,000/- per month.
- Age Limit: Candidates must not exceed 48 years of age as of the last date of submitting the online application.
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
(Detailed instructions and guidelines are published on the official recruitment website):
- Educational Qualification: Graduation Degree (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., etc.) along with Primary Teacher Training certification such as D.El.Ed. / P.T.C. or B.Ed. from a recognized institution.
- Teacher Eligibility Test: Candidates must have qualified the mandatory TET-I (Teacher Eligibility Test – Primary) examination conducted by the Gujarat State Examination Board (SEB).
- Medium Requirement: Candidates must have pursued their qualifying degree/teacher certification in the Gujarati Medium.
Important Event Schedule
Below is the official timeline announced by Samagra Shiksha:
| Event Stage | Scheduled Date & Time |
| Online Application Opening | 15th October 2026 (02:00 PM) |
| Online Application Closing | 22nd October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Declaration of Merit List | 24th October 2026 (02:00 PM) |
| Reporting for DV & School Selection | 26th October 2026 (Monday) at District Primary Education Office (DPEO) |
Selection & Document Verification Guidelines
- No Physical/Postal Submissions: Applications submitted in person, by post, or by courier at state or district offices will NOT be accepted.
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates shortlisted in the merit list must personally attend document verification at their respective District Primary Education Office (DPEO).
- Required Physical Documents: Candidates must bring:
- Printed copy of the online application form.
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant mark sheets and certificates.
- Passport-size photographs.
- Original certificates for physical verification.
Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Apply Online
1.Visit the Official Application Portal:pregyansahayak.ssgujarat.org.
Navigate to the official Gyan Sahayak primary portal (pregyansahayak.ssgujarat.org).
2. Read Guidelines & Instructions:
Carefully read the official instructions, qualifications, and age criteria guidelines uploaded on the website before proceeding.
3. Complete Registration:
Enter your TET-I Seat Number, mobile number, and personal details to generate registration credentials.
4. Fill Academic & Domicile Information:
Enter your academic qualifications (12th, PTC/D.El.Ed/B.Ed, Graduation marks), TET-I scorecard details, and residential details.
5. Submit & Print Application Form:
Review all details, submit your application before 22nd October 2026 (11:59 PM), and take a printout for the document verification round on 26th October 2026.
Crucial Links & Office Details
- Short Notification: Click Here
- Official Gyan Sahayak Primary Portal: pregyansahayak.ssgujarat.org
- Samagra Shiksha Main Portal: ssgujarat.org
- Head Office Address: State Project Office, Samagra Shiksha, Vidya Samiksha Kendra, Sector-19, Gandhinagar
- Application Dates: 15th October 2026 (02:00 PM) to 22nd October 2026 (11:59 PM)
