📝 Introduction to School Teacher Interns (STI) Program

The School Education Department (SED) of Punjab has launched the **School Teacher Internship (STI) Program** to address the shortage of teaching staff across Primary, Elementary, High, and Higher Secondary Schools. This program provides crucial employment opportunities for aspiring teachers and ensures continuous academic quality for students.

✅ Eligibility Criteria (اہلیت کا معیار)

Candidates (Men, Women, and Transgenders) must meet the following academic requirements based on the school level they are applying for. The age limit is fixed at **21 to 45 years**.

High & Higher Secondary Level:

• **Qualification:** M.A / M.Sc / BS Hons in the relevant subject.
• **Preference:** Given to candidates with professional qualifications like M.Ed or B.Ed.

Elementary Level:

• **Qualification:** M.A / M.Sc / BS Hons / B.A / B.Sc.
• **Preference:** Given to candidates with professional qualifications like B.Ed.

Primary Level:

• **Qualification:** Minimum B.A / B.Sc.
• **Preference:** Given to candidates with professional qualifications like B.Ed.

**Note:** Fresh aspiring candidates are encouraged to apply, though candidates with prior teaching experience may be given preference.

💰 STI Stipend (وظیفہ کی تفصیل)

The monthly stipend varies based on the school level and will be paid through a cross-cheque.

🔢 Merit Formula and Selection Procedure

Selection is strictly based on merit (up to 100 marks). Use our dedicated calculator to estimate your chances based on the official formula.

Merit Marks Distribution (100 Marks)

• **Academic Qualification (Master's, Bachelor's, Inter, Matric):** Up to **85 Marks**.
• **Professional Qualification (B.Ed/M.Ed):** Up to **10 Marks** (10 marks for B.Ed/M.Ed).
• **Interview Marks:** **05 Marks**.

Key Selection Procedure Points:

1. **Temporary Local Hiring:** Hiring is done through **School Management Councils (SMC)**. **Priority is given to residents of the village/moza/ward where the school is situated.** If no suitable local candidate is found, **candidates from neighboring Union Councils will be considered.**
2. **Online Application:** All aspiring candidates must apply **online** via the official portal (link will be shared during the official announcement).
3. **Hiring Committee:** The committee includes the Principal/Head, the Concerned AEO/DDEO, and one parent member from the SMC.
4. **Tenure:** The hiring is for a period of up to **nine (09) months, excluding summer vacations**.
5. **Joining Period:** Selected candidates will have **three working days** to join from the issuance of the letter of agreement.

📅 STI Recruitment Timeline 2025 (Placeholder)

The official schedule for advertisement, application submission, interview dates, and final merit list display has not yet been announced by the School Education Department (SED).

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❓ General STI FAQs (عمومی سوالات)

Is the STI job permanent?

No. The STI hiring is a non-transferable and **purely temporary arrangement** for a specific school and tenure. It does not confer any right of regular placement or regularization in service.

What are the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for STIs?

STIs are evaluated based on KPIs, which include **good pedagogical skills**, **planning of teaching lessons**, adherence to the curriculum, **checking homework**, student assessment, and **character building** of students.

Can an STI be terminated?

Yes. The letter of agreement can be terminated due to **unsatisfactory performance** or violation of the **Code of Conduct**. Misconduct includes willful absence for more than 7 days in a month, corporal punishment, and providing bogus documents.

Can STIs be utilized for administrative work?

No. STIs shall be hired **solely for academic purposes**. School Heads are instructed not to use their services in running the administrative affairs of the school.