Part Time Urdu Teacher Post Open at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Bhadrak

In line with the Odisha Primary Education Programme Authority (OPEPA) directives, applications are invited from eligible and interested female candidates for the position of Part Time Teacher in Urdu at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV), situated at Narayan Chandra High School, Purunabazar, Bhadrak district. The appointment will be made on a purely contractual basis, with no claim for future permanent absorption. This recruitment is focused on improving access to quality education for girls, particularly those belonging to minority communities, and promoting inclusive learning through language support in Urdu.

KGBVs are residential schools for girls belonging predominantly to disadvantaged groups, and the teaching positions are aimed at providing subject-specific support to the students, particularly in languages that are not commonly catered to. Female candidates with the necessary qualifications and dedication to contribute to this noble cause are encouraged to apply.

Important Date

• Last Date for Receipt of Application: 21st May 2025 (By 1:00 PM)
• Mode of Submission: Through Registered Post or Speed Post (India Post only)
• Office Address for Submission:
  District Project Coordinator, SS, Bhadrak
  At: Upper Bagurai, PO: Madhabanagar
  District: Bhadrak, Odisha

Applications received after the due date and time shall not be considered under any circumstances.

Application Fee

• No application fee is prescribed for this recruitment. Candidates can apply free of cost.

Vacancy Details

• Name of Post: Part Time Urdu Teacher
• Location: Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV), Narayan Chandra High School, Purunabazar, Bhadrak
• Number of Vacancies: 620
• Nature of Post: Contractual
• Gender Criteria: Only female candidates are eligible to apply for this post.

Eligibility Criteria

Gender

• This opportunity is strictly reserved for female candidates only.

Age Limit

• The minimum age of the applicant must be 18 years and the maximum age must not exceed 35 years as on 1st January 2025.
• Age relaxation as per Odisha Government norms (if applicable) shall be considered for candidates belonging to reserved categories.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess essential qualifications required for teaching Urdu at upper primary or secondary school level.
• The exact qualification criteria have not been explicitly mentioned in the notice. However, candidates are expected to have relevant qualifications in Urdu language and teacher training, such as:
  • Bachelor’s Degree with Urdu as a subject AND
  • B.Ed. or equivalent recognized teaching qualification
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience and strong language proficiency in Urdu.

Other Requirements

• Candidates must produce original documents and certificates for verification when called.
• The Date of Birth as recorded in the H.S.C (High School Certificate) will be considered final.

Salary and Remuneration

• The engagement is purely part-time and contractual.
• Although the specific monthly honorarium is not disclosed in the notification, the remuneration shall be as per the prevailing guidelines of OPEPA / Samagra Shiksha, Odisha for part-time teachers in KGBVs.
• Selected candidates will receive fixed remuneration without any entitlement to additional benefits such as DA, HRA, PF, pension, etc.

Selection Process

• The selection of candidates will be done strictly on merit basis.
• The merit will be determined based on the essential academic and professional qualifications of the applicants.
• No written test or interview process is explicitly mentioned, suggesting that a shortlisting based on academic credentials may be followed.
• Candidates found eligible after scrutiny of applications will be called for document verification. Originals of all certificates must be produced at that time.

Application Process

Mode of Application

• Application forms must be submitted only through Registered or Speed Post. No hand-delivered or courier applications will be accepted.

Envelope Instructions

• The candidate must clearly mention the name of the post applied for (i.e., “Part Time Teacher in Urdu”) on the top of the envelope.

Where to Send the Application

• The complete application form, along with self-attested copies of all necessary documents, must be addressed to:
  District Project Co-ordinator
  Samagra Shiksha, Bhadrak
  At: Upper Bagurai, PO: Madhabanagar
  District: Bhadrak

Documents to be Attached (Self-Attested Copies)

1. Proof of Educational Qualification (Certificates and Mark Sheets)
2. Proof of Urdu Language Qualification
3. B.Ed. or Equivalent Teaching Qualification Certificate
4. H.S.C Certificate (for Date of Birth)
5. Recent Passport-sized Photograph
6. Caste Certificate (if applicable)
7. Experience Certificate (if applicable)
8. Aadhaar Card or any valid ID proof

Incomplete applications or applications received after the last date will be summarily rejected without any correspondence.

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