This upward revision brought substantial financial relief to thousands of young educators across Maharashtra who struggled to sustain themselves on the previous decade-old stipends. The 3-Year Probation Counting Controversy and Court Rulings

: Mandatory 3-year term before being absorbed as a regular Assistant Teacher in the full pay matrix.

: Candidates must clear the Teacher Aptitude and Intelligence Test (TAIT).

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: Upon successful completion of the three-year term with satisfactory performance, the candidate is absorbed as a regular teacher with full pay scale benefits.

(probationary teachers) in local body and 100% aided schools. Key Feature: Service Period Portability

All Shikshan Sevak appointments must go through the centralized Pavitra Portal , an online merit-based recruitment system designed to ensure transparency and eliminate corruption in private aided and government schools.

The Maharashtra Government Resolution (GR) for outlines the specialized scheme for appointing teachers on a fixed honorarium for a three-year probationary period before they are absorbed as regular permanent staff. 1. Key Honorarium Updates (2023–2024)

In this long article, we will dissect every major GR concerning Shikshan Sevaks, from their inception to the latest 2024-2025 directives, covering pay revisions, leave rules, seniority, and the much-awaited process for conversion to permanent teachers.

The Maharashtra government has introduced various initiatives to improve the education sector in the state. One such initiative is the Shikshan Sevak scheme, which aims to provide skilled and trained teachers to schools across Maharashtra. In this article, we will discuss the Maharashtra Government GR (Government Resolution) for Shikshan Sevak, its benefits, eligibility criteria, and the application process.

Shikshan Sevaks are appointed for a fixed term of three years .

| Feature | Old System (Shikshan Sevak) | New System (Based on Recent GRs) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Shikshan Sevak (Trainee) | Probationary Teacher | | Pay Scale | Lower/Stipend during probation | Full Pay Scale from Day 1 | | Appointment Authority | Local Self-Government (ZP/Municipal) | Centralized via Pavitra Portal | | Probation Period | 3 Years | 2 Years (Standard Govt Probation) | | Eligibility | TET not always mandatory at appointment | TET Mandatory for appointment |

Candidates must possess a valid Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), or relevant postgraduate degrees matching the specific teaching tier. ⚙️ Key Terms of Service and Rules

Shikshan Sevaks are generally not eligible for general administrative transfers during their three-year tenure, except under specific compassionate or administrative grounds approved by the Education Officer.