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Army School AWES (Army Welfare Education Society) Recruitment 2025, covering key dates, eligibility, application process, selection steps, and more:

Key Dates & Timeline

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualifications (minimum 50% marks):
  • PRT (Primary Teacher): Graduation + B.El.Ed. or 2-year D.El.Ed.
  • TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher): Graduation with relevant subject + B.Ed.
  • PGT (Postgraduate Teacher): Post-graduation with relevant subject + B.Ed.
• Age Limit (as of 1 April 2025):
  • Fresh Candidates: Maximum age 40 years
  • Experienced Candidates (min. 5 years of teaching): up to 55 years
  • Additional relaxation as per government norms (e.g., for spouses, reserved categories)
• CTET/TET: Not required for appearing in the OST, but mandatory at the time of appointment for TGT/PRT posts.

Application Process

1. Visit the official AWES website (awesindia.com).
2. Register and complete the application form including:
   • Personal details, academic qualifications
   • Choice of exam city
   • Upload photograph, signature, documents (e.g., ID, certificates)
3. Pay ₹385 (non-refundable) via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or E-Challan. Uniform fee across all categories.
4. Submit the application. Keep a copy for future reference.

Selection Process

1. Online Screening Test (OST):
   • A computer-based test
   • Sections typically include: General Awareness, Reasoning/Mental Ability, English Comprehension, Educational Concepts, and subject-specific knowledge (tailored to PRT, TGT, or PGT level).
   • Format: ~200 MCQs, 200 marks, 3 hours duration, with negative marking (1/4 mark per wrong answer).
   • OST Scorecard is valid for life, useful for future Army Public School vacancies.
2. Interview:
   • Conducted by Central Selection Board (CSB) for Regular posts.
   • Conducted by Local Selection Board (LSB) for Fixed-term posts.
3. Teaching Skills & Computer Proficiency Evaluation:
   • Practical assessment of teaching ability and computer skills.
4. Document Verification & Medical Exam:
   • Final eligibility checked, followed by medical fitness assessments.
5. Final Merit List:
   • Based on OST, Interview, skill evaluation, and other criteria.

Additional Information

• Job Locations: Army Public Schools across India, including large centers like Delhi, NCR, Pune, etc.
• Number of Vacancies: Varies by school. A listing mentioned 120 posts in one source, but actual vacancies may differ by region/school.
• Pay Scale: As per AWES rules, typically aligned with 7th CPC teacher pay scales.
• AWES Overview:
  • Established in 1983, AWES oversees 137+ Army Public Schools, Pre-Primary Schools, and professional institutions nationwide.

Quick Summary

• Application Window: 5 June – 16 August 2025
• Age Criterion: Up to 40 (freshers), up to 55 (experienced)
• Selection Route: OST → Interview → Skill Tests → Verification → Final Merit
• Exam: 20–21 Sept (main), 22–23 Sept (reserve)
• Declaration of Results: After 8 October 2025

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