Primary School Teacher Selection Test PSTST
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Job summary
MPESB (Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board) invites applications for the Primary School Teacher (PSTST) role under the PSTST Recruitment 2025. The position offers growth within government education and an initial salary of about ₹32,000 per month including allowances.
Eligibility requires combinations of higher secondary, diplomas in elementary education, or a 4-year B.L.Ed/B.El.Ed as listed, with domicile and language requirements.
Qualifications
- Educational qualifications as listed in MPESB PSTST criteria.
- Candidates must have the required diploma or degree combinations.
- Minimum education standards align with MP government norms.
Responsibilities
- Planning and delivering lessons according to curriculum
- Assessing students' progress and providing feedback
- Creating a positive learning environment
- Developing teaching materials and resources
- Participating in school activities and parent-teacher meetings
- Identifying and supporting students with special needs
Skills
Education
Job description
- Portal Charge: ₹60/- (included in above fee)
- Payment Mode: Cash at MP Online Kiosk or Debit/Credit/Net Banking
- Age Relaxation as per MPESB PSTST Recruitment Rules
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), also known as MP Vyapam, is the state recruitmentagency responsible for conducting recruitment examinations and selection processes for variousgovernment departments in Madhya Pradesh. Established to ensure transparent and merit-based selections,MPESB conducts exams for teaching and non-teaching positions across the state.
Primary School Teachers are responsible for educating children in grades 1 to 5. Key responsibilitiesinclude:
- Planning and delivering lessons according to curriculum
- Assessing students' progress and providing feedback
- Creating a positive learning environment
- Developing teaching materials and resources
- Participating in school activities and parent-teacher meetings
- Identifying and supporting students with special needs
A Primary School Teacher position offers a stable and rewarding career in education withopportunities for professional development and promotions to higher teaching positions oradministrative roles in the education department.
Total Posts: 10150
Post Name
Total Post
Eligibility Criteria
Primary School Teacher Selection Test (PSTST) 10150
- Higher Secondary with 50% Marks and 2 Year Diploma in Elementary Education OR
- Higher Secondary with 45% (as per NCTE Norms 2002) and 2 Year Diploma inElementary Education OR
- Higher Secondary with 50% Marks and 4 Year B.L.Ed OR
- Higher Secondary with 50% Marks and 2 year Diploma (Special Education) OR
- Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with 2 Year Diploma in Elementary Education
For detailed eligibility criteria, please refer to the official notification. Candidates must ensurethey meet all qualifications before applying.
Candidates must possess one of the following combinations:
- Option 1: Higher Secondary (12th) with minimum 50% marks AND 2 Year Diploma inElementary Education
- Option 2: Higher Secondary (12th) with minimum 45% marks (as per NCTE Norms 2002)AND 2 Year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Option 3: Higher Secondary (12th) with minimum 50% marks AND 4 Year Bachelor ofElementary Education (B.El.Ed)
- Option 4: Higher Secondary (12th) with minimum 50% marks AND 2 year Diploma inSpecial Education
- Option 5: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with minimum 50% marks AND 2 Year Diplomain Elementary Education
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC candidates: As per MP government rules
- PWD candidates: Additional relaxation as per norms
- Ex-servicemen: As per government policy
- Must have passed Hindi and English at 10th/12th level
- Basic computer knowledge preferred
- MP Domicile required for reservation benefits
- Good moral character and physical fitness
- Document Verification: Verification of original certificates
- Final Merit List: Based on written exam marks
Subject
Questions
Marks
Duration
Child Development and Pedagogy 30 30 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Language I (Hindi) 30 30
Language II (English) 30 30
Mathematics 30 30
Environmental Studies 30 30
Total 150 150
- Each question carries 1 mark
- Questions will be bilingual (Hindi and English)
- Minimum qualifying marks: 60% for General, 50% for reserved categories
- Initial Salary: Approximately ₹32,000 per month (including allowances)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Special Area Allowance (if applicable)
- Grade Pay
- Medical coverage for employee and family
- Pension benefits after retirement
- Summer and winter vacations
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Job security and regular promotions
- Understand Syllabus: Thoroughly analyze the exam pattern and syllabus
- Create Study Plan: Allocate time for each subject based on weightage
- Study Materials:
- MP PSTST Guide by Arihant Publications
- Child Development and Pedagogy by Disha Experts
- MP Specific General Knowledge
- Previous years question papers
- Current Affairs: Focus on Madhya Pradesh specific news and education policies
- Mock Tests: Take regular tests to improve speed and accuracy
- Pedagogy Focus: Special attention to child psychology and teaching methods
Preparation Focus
Weightage
Child Development and Pedagogy Child psychology, learning theories, teaching methods 30 marks
Hindi Language Grammar, comprehension, pedagogy of language 30 marks
English Language Grammar, comprehension, language teaching 30 marks
Mathematics Basic concepts, number system, geometry, teaching methods 30 marks
Environmental Studies MP geography, science concepts, EVS teaching 30 marks
For effective preparation:
- Focus on conceptual understanding rather than rote learning
- Join online study groups for doubt clarification
- Stay updated with MP education department notifications
1. Is there any interview for MPESB PSTST selection?
No, there is no interview for MPESB PSTST selection. The selection is based solely on thewritten examination marks. Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called fordocument verification.
2. Can candidates from other states apply for MPESB PSTST?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply for MPESB PSTST. However, they will be consideredunder the General/Other State category and won't be eligible for MP state reservationbenefits. The application fee for Other State candidates is ₹560/-.
3. What is the probation period for MP Primary Teachers?
The probation period for MP Primary Teachers is typically 2 years. During this period,candidates undergo orientation training and their performance is evaluated. Confirmation inservice is subject to satisfactory completion of probation.
4. Is B.Ed required for MP Primary Teacher recruitment?
5. What is the selection ratio for MPESB PSTST?
The selection ratio varies each year based on vacancies and applicants. Typically, about 5-8%of applicants are finally selected. The selection is purely merit-based, with cutoff marksvarying by category.
6. What is the training period for selected candidates?
Selected candidates undergo a mandatory training program of 6 months at District Institute ofEducation and Training (DIET) centers. The training includes:
- Classroom management
- Child psychology
- Evaluation methods
7. Can male candidates apply for Primary Teacher positions?
Yes, male candidates can absolutely apply for Primary Teacher positions. There are nogender-based restrictions in the recruitment process. Male and female candidates receive thesame salary and benefits.
8. What is the posting policy for MP Primary Teachers?
Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in Madhya Pradesh based on vacancy positions. Theinitial posting is typically in rural or semi-urban government primary schools. Candidatesmust serve in the allocated school for a minimum period (usually 3-5 years) beforerequesting transfer.
9. Is there any reservation for female candidates?
10. What are the career progression opportunities?
MP Primary Teachers have a structured career path:
- Primary Teacher (Grade III)
- Head Teacher (after 5-8 years of service)
- Block Resource Coordinator
- District Education Officer (through promotion exams)
- Primary Teacher (Grade III)
- Head Teacher (after 5-8 years of service)
- Block Resource Coordinator
- District Education Officer (through promotion exams)
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