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Qualification
(i) Master's Degree from a recognized University with at least 50% marks at the Post Graduate Level, with degree in Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Education/Post Graduate Basic Training from any recognized University or any training recognized by the State Government as equivalent to Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Education / Post-Graduate Basic Training from a Teachers' Training Institution duly recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) in the relevant academic session: Provided that the above criteria of marks shall not apply to a Headmaster/Headmistress already appointed in Jr. High/High/Higher Secondary School prior to publication of these amendments;
(ii) Ten years continuous teaching experience on the last date of submission of application in approved service in a Higher Secondary School/High School/Junior High School recognized by the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education/West Bengal Board of Secondary Education.
Vacancy Details
Eastern Region - 431 Posts
Northern Region - 333 Posts
Southern Region - 304 Posts
Western Region - 417 Posts
South-Eastern Region - 264 Posts
Total: 1749 Posts
Important Dates:
Start Date For Submission of Online Application Form: 03.08.2017 (5 pm)
Last Date For Submission of Online Application Form: 1.08.2017 (5 pm)
Last Date for Submission of Fees: 18.08.2017 (5 pm)
Selection Process
Selection to the post of the Headmaster/ Headmistress shall be made on the basis of the results of the State Selection Test comprising written examination conducted by the Central Commission, evaluation of academic and professional qualifications and personality tests of the candidates in the manner as specified in Sl no Schedule I of The West Bengal School Service Commission (Selection for Appointment to the Posts of Headmaster / Headmistress in Secondary or Higher Secondary and Jr. High Schools) Rules, 2016.
Selection to the post of Headmaster or Headmistress of High School or Higher Secondary School shall be made on the basis of written examination, evaluation of Academic and Professional qualifications and experience of the candidates in teaching and personality tests to be determined by the Commission in the following manner:
(a) Written Examination : 60 marks
(b) Academic qualifications including professional qualifications : 28 marks
(c) Experience in teaching (marks to be allotted as per the break-up detailed below) : 5 marks
Experience Marks
(i) ten years : Nil
(ii) above ten years but upto twenty years : 3 marks
(iii) above twenty years : 5 marks
(d) Personality Test : 7 marks
How to Apply
Candidates can apply only Online on Commission's website http://www.westbengalssc.com on & from 03.08.2017 (5 pm) to 11.08.2017 (5 pm) and fees may be deposited upto 18.08.2017 (5 pm.).
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West Bengal School Service Commission Recruitment 2017 - 1749 Headmaster / Headmistress Posts - FAQs
How many vacancies are there for Headmaster / Headmistress ?
There are currently 1749 vacancies for Headmaster / Headmistress
What is the Age Limit for Headmaster / Headmistress ?
Upto 55 years
What is the Application Fee for Headmaster / Headmistress ?
₹1000 for General & OBC candidates and ₹750 for candidates belonging to Reserved category (SC,ST & Physically handicapped). & ₹5 Bank Charges
After when I can apply for this job for posts of Headmaster / Headmistress ?
Application Start Date: 03 Aug 2017
When is the Last Date for applying for this job ?
Application Last Date: 11 Aug 2017
How can I apply for this job?
Candidates can apply only Online on Commission's website http://www.westbengalssc.com on & from 03.08.2017 (5 pm) to 11.08.2017 (5 pm) and fees may be deposited upto 18.08.2017 (5 pm.).