Sainik School Jhunjhunu Recruitment 2026: PGT, TGT & Contractual Posts, Apply by 12 September

Sainik School Jhunjhunu, a residential school in Rajasthan run under the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for multiple teaching and non-teaching posts on a regular and contractual basis. The notice covers PGT and TGT teaching roles (Regular) alongside a larger set of Contractual posts spanning counselling, physical education, lab support, administrative, and support-staff roles.

Applications for this cycle are entirely offline — candidates must download the application form from the school’s website, fill it in by hand, and send it by Speed Post along with a demand draft for the application fee. By-hand submissions are explicitly not accepted, and the school has clarified that its staff are not employees of the Central or State Government, despite this being a Ministry of Defence-run institution.

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Quick Overview

Important Dates

Application Status: Open

• Notice Date: 22 August 2026
• Last Date for Receipt of Application: 12 September 2026 (by Speed Post)

Since applications must physically reach the school by this date, candidates should send their forms well in advance rather than posting close to the deadline. The school has explicitly stated it will not be responsible for any postal delay, and by-hand applications will not be accepted under any circumstance.

Vacancy Details

Regular Posts (PGT & TGT)

Contractual Posts

Every post carries exactly one vacancy against the listed category. The school has reserved the right to increase, decrease, or cancel vacancies under any category at any stage, and where a suitable candidate isn’t available in a specified category, the vacancy may be filled from other categories.

Educational Qualification (Post-wise)

PGT (Physics / Chemistry / Maths) — Regular

Essential: Master’s degree (concerned subject) with at least 50% marks, and B.Ed. or equivalent with at least 50% marks — OR a PG in the concerned subject with minimum 55% marks/equivalent grade plus a three-year integrated B.Ed–M.Ed. Proficiency in teaching in English medium is required in both cases.
Desirable: Minimum 5 years teaching in a residential English-medium public school; proficiency in skills, games, and co-curricular activities; knowledge of computer applications.

TGT (Maths) — Regular

Essential: A 4-year integrated degree from a Regional College of Education (NCERT) in the concerned subject with 50% marks — OR a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks with Mathematics as a subject across all years of graduation — plus a B.Ed degree, and a pass in CTET or STET (Level-2, as applicable). English-medium teaching proficiency is required.
Desirable: PG in Mathematics; teaching experience in an English-medium residential school; proficiency in games/co-curricular activities; computer knowledge.

TGT (English) — Regular

Essential: Several qualification routes are accepted, including a 4-year integrated BA-B.Ed with English Literature as the main subject (50%+ marks), or a BA with English Literature as main subject plus B.Ed (50%+ marks), or Honours graduation in English Literature plus B.Ed, or a PG in English (55%+) with integrated B.Ed–M.Ed. A pass in CTET/STET (Level-2) and English-medium teaching proficiency are also required.
Desirable: PG in English; residential-school teaching experience; games/co-curricular proficiency; computer knowledge.

TGT (Social Science) — Regular

Essential: A 4-year integrated B.A.-B.Ed from a Regional Institute of Education (NCERT), or a BA with 50%+ marks including two subjects from Geography/Political Science/Economics/Sociology/History plus B.Ed, or Honours graduation in one of these subjects plus B.Ed, or a relevant PG with 55%+ marks and integrated B.Ed–M.Ed. A pass in CTET/STET (Level-2) and English-medium teaching proficiency are required.
Desirable: PG or Honours in Geography; residential-school teaching experience; games/co-curricular proficiency; computer knowledge.

Counsellor — Contractual

Essential: Graduate/Postgraduate in Psychology, OR PG in Child Development, OR a Graduate/PG with a Diploma in Career Guidance and Counselling.
Desirable: Experience handling children in a residential school as a career/educational counsellor cum wellness teacher; proficiency in games and co-curricular activities; computer knowledge.

PEM / PTI cum Matron (Female only) — Contractual

Essential: Multiple qualification routes are accepted, generally requiring a Bachelor’s degree with Physical Education (as elective or main subject, with marks ranging from 40–50% depending on the specific route) or relevant sports participation credentials (National/State/Inter-University level, NCC ‘C’ certificate, etc.), combined with a B.P.Ed of at least one year’s duration from an NCTE-recognised institution.
Desirable: BPEd/MPEd from an NCTE-recognised institution; preference for mature candidates without encumbrances experienced in handling children with affection; Home Science diploma with dietician training and basic first aid knowledge is a plus; residential-school experience.

Art Master — Contractual

Essential: Higher Secondary/Intermediate with a 4-year full-time diploma in Painting/Fine Arts, OR Graduate with a 2-year full-time diploma in Drawing & Painting/Art/Fine Art, OR an MA in Drawing & Painting/Fine Art.
Desirable: Minimum 2 years teaching experience in the subject; attainments in sports/arts/music; residential-school teaching experience; good communication in English and Hindi.

Laboratory Assistant (Physics / Chemistry / Biology) — Contractual

Essential: Passed 12th/Intermediate with Science stream, including the concerned subject as one of the main subjects.
Desirable: Experience in a residential English-medium school with good English communication and proficiency in games/sports/extracurricular activities.

Music Teacher / Band Master — Contractual

Essential: Higher Secondary with a degree/diploma in Music from a recognised institution, OR a Bachelor’s degree in Music with working knowledge of English and Hindi/regional language, OR specific music examinations/diplomas from recognised bodies such as Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal, Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyalaypeeth, or Pracheen Kala Kendra.
Desirable: Residential-school teaching experience; Band Master/Band Major/Drum Major course credentials from AEC Training College, Pachmarhi, or equivalent Naval/Air Force courses.

UDC — Contractual

Essential: Graduate with at least 2 years of office experience in a Government or commercial organisation, and the ability to correspond in English.
Desirable: Typing speed of at least 40 WPM in English and 35 WPM in Hindi; MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); bilingual correspondence and drafting ability; filing and general office experience. Shorthand/typewriting knowledge is considered an additional qualification.

LDC — Contractual

Essential: Matriculation pass; typing speed of at least 40 WPM in English with MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ability to draft letters in both Hindi and English.
Desirable: Candidates with higher qualifications will be preferred.

Driver — Contractual

Essential: Matriculation pass or equivalent; a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence issued by an RTO/DTO, with knowledge of traffic signs.
Desirable: Ability to identify vehicle parts, change wheels/spare tyres, install/change a vehicle battery, perform daily inspections, and carry out roadside repairs.

Electrician cum Pump Operator — Contractual

Essential: Matriculation pass or equivalent; an ITI certificate in Electrician/Wireman trade; at least 2 years of experience in electrical installation, wiring, or plumbing.

Nursing Sister — Contractual

Essential: Nursing Diploma/Degree from a recognised university, with 5 years of experience, or an Ex-serviceman from the Medical Assistant trade with at least 5 years of service after training.
Desirable: Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care, medical administration, and record-keeping; ambulance/medical equipment and dispensary management experience; good communication skills in Hindi and English.

Application Fee

The fee must be paid by a non-refundable crossed Demand Draft, preferably issued by SBI, drawn in favour of “Principal, Sainik School Jhunjhunu,” payable at the SBI Collectorate Branch, Jhunjhunu (Branch Code 32040). Payment through any other method — including UPI, Indian Postal Order, cheque, or cash — will result in rejection of the application. SC/ST/OBC candidates claiming reservation or fee concession must submit a valid caste certificate in the prescribed format, valid as on 12 September 2026, or their application will be treated as incomplete and rejected.

Nature of Appointment

Regular Posts

Regular posts (PGT and TGT) carry a probation period of one year, extendable by another year on unsuccessful completion. All regular appointments, excluding General Employees, carry an All India Transferability clause. Regular staff are eligible for allowances as per Sainik Schools Society rules, including rent-free accommodation, transport allowance, dearness allowance, contributory pension under the New Pension Scheme, DCRG (Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity), medical allowance, and subsidized education at the school for up to two biological children from Class VI to XII.

Contractual Posts

Contractual engagements are for a maximum of 11 months from the date of appointment, though the Principal may terminate services at any time without assigning a reason, under his own powers. Contractual engagement may be extended up to a maximum of 3 years, subject to Sainik Schools Society policy, performance review, and institutional requirement. Contractual staff have no claim or right to appointment on a regular basis.

The school has clarified that staff of Sainik School Jhunjhunu are neither employees of the Central Government nor the State Government, despite the school functioning under the Ministry of Defence-affiliated Sainik Schools Society.

Selection Process

Only candidates shortlisted on the basis of essential qualifications will be called for a Written Exam. Skill Test and Interview (where applicable) are conducted only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in the Written Exam, as decided by the recruitment board on the day of the exam. No TA/DA is payable to candidates for attending. Skill tests, where applicable, may include a class demonstration or practical work relevant to the post.

Written Exam Pattern — Academic Posts (Sr. 1.1 to 1.13)

Written Exam Pattern — Administrative Posts (Sr. 1.14 to 1.18)

Shortlisted candidates will be required to report to Sainik School Jhunjhunu on the date and time published on the school website. Candidates who qualify the written test will undergo a Class Demonstration/Skill Test and Interview as applicable. Original documents and testimonials submitted with the application will be physically verified on the day of the exam — candidates who fail to bring originals will be disqualified with no scope for representation. Post-recruitment, all documents remain subject to verification by the issuing authority, and legal action will follow if fake, forged, or tampered documents are found.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official Sainik School Jhunjhunu website at www.ssjhunjhunu.com and go to the Recruitment Tab.
2. Download the prescribed application format and fill it in Capital Letters only.
3. Submit a separate application form for each post you’re applying for — combined applications for multiple posts on one form are not accepted.
4. Mention your percentage secured in every exam from Class 10th onwards, and attach self-attested copies of all mark sheets and certificates.
5. Attach two passport-size photographs and self-attested copies of all certificates and testimonials — applications without testimonials will be rejected.
6. Attach a non-refundable crossed Demand Draft for the applicable fee (₹500 or ₹250), drawn as specified above.
7. SC/ST/OBC candidates must attach a valid caste certificate in the prescribed format if claiming reservation or fee concession.
8. Write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Post Name]” in capital letters on top of the envelope.
9. Send the completed application by Speed Post only, so that it reaches the school on or before 12 September 2026. By-hand applications will not be accepted, and the school is not responsible for postal delays.

Candidates should provide a legible, working email ID and mobile number on the form, since the school reserves the right to dispatch call letters via email only, and will not be responsible for communication failures due to illegible or incorrect contact details.

Important Links

About Sainik School Jhunjhunu

Sainik School Jhunjhunu is a residential school located at Dorasar, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, run by the Sainik Schools Society under the Ministry of Defence. Sainik Schools across India are established to prepare students academically and physically for entry into the National Defence Academy and other forms of officer entry into the Armed Forces, alongside providing a general residential education.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Can I apply online for this recruitment?
No. Applications must be downloaded, filled by hand, and sent by Speed Post — this notice does not offer an online application option, and by-hand submissions are not accepted either.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
12 September 2026. Since applications are sent by Speed Post, candidates should post their forms well before this date to account for delivery time.

Q3. How is the application fee paid?
Only by a non-refundable crossed Demand Draft (preferably SBI) in favour of “Principal, Sainik School Jhunjhunu,” payable at the SBI Collectorate Branch, Jhunjhunu. UPI, cheque, cash, or postal orders are not accepted.

Q4. Can I apply for more than one post using a single form?
No. A separate application form is required for each post applied for.

Q5. What is the exam pattern?
Academic posts (PGT/TGT and similar) are tested out of 100 marks — General Knowledge (15), General English (15), Basic Maths (10), and a Subject Test (60). Administrative posts (UDC, LDC, Driver, Electrician, Nursing Sister) are tested out of 50 marks with a similar but lighter structure.

Q6. Are the contractual posts a path to a regular position?
No. The school has explicitly stated that contractual staff have no claim or right to appointment on a regular basis, even though contractual engagement may be extended up to 3 years.

Q7. Are these positions treated as Government jobs?
No. The school has clarified that its staff are neither Central Government nor State Government employees, despite functioning under the Ministry of Defence-affiliated Sainik Schools Society.

Source & Verification

• Source: Official Sainik School Jhunjhunu Detailed Advertisement, Notice No. SSJR/ADM/106(IMP)(2026), dated 22 August 2026
• Official Website: www.ssjhunjhunu.com
• Last Checked: 22 August 2026

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