GSSC Teacher Recruitment 2026 : The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has released the recruitment notification for 2026 to fill 390 vacancies for the post of Government Primary School Teacher (Marathi and Konkani Medium). Interested candidates can check vacancy details, important dates, eligibility, selection process, and other information from the article below.
The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has released Advertisement No. 1 of Year 2026 for the recruitment of Government Primary School Teachers under the Directorate of Education. The online application process will begin soon on the official website gssc.goa.gov.in. The last date to apply is 20th February 2026.
GSSC Primary School Teacher 2026 Notification – Important Dates
The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has released the registration schedule along with the notification PDF. The online application link will be activated on 31st January 2026 and will remain open till 20th February 2026.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30th January 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 31st January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20th February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20th February 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be Notified |
GSSC Primary School Teacher Vacancy 2026 Out
The category-wise vacancy distribution for the post of Government Primary School Teacher is as follows:
| Post | Medium | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Government Primary School Teacher | Marathi | 352 |
| Government Primary School Teacher | Konkani | 38 |
Note:
- Marathi Medium: Includes 16 posts for PwD, 7 for Ex-Servicemen, and 8 for Meritorious Sportspersons.
- Konkani Medium: Includes 8 posts for PwD.
GSSC Primary School Teacher Notification 2026 PDF Out
The official notification PDF for the recruitment of Primary School Teachers has been released on the GSSC website with complete details. Candidates holding a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) or B.El.Ed. and a valid Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate are eligible to apply.
GSSC Primary School Teacher Notification 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria to apply for GSSC Primary School Teacher Recruitment 2026.
Educational Qualification
- Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.), OR
- HSC with 45% marks and 2-year D.El.Ed. (as per NCTE 2002), OR
- HSC with 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.), OR
- HSC with 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education), OR
- B.Ed. with 6-month Bridge Course in Elementary Education (PDPET).
- Mandatory: Valid Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) Certificate.
- Mandatory: Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in a recognized primary school.
- Language: Knowledge of Konkani (Essential), Knowledge of Marathi (Desirable).
Age Limit (as on last date of application)
Maximum Age: 45 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwD: 10 years
- Government Servants: Up to 5 years
GSSC Primary School Teacher Application Form 2026
The online application process for Government Primary School Teacher Recruitment 2026 will start from 31st January 2026. Candidates must submit their applications before the last date to be considered for recruitment.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD | ₹200 |
- Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI)
Steps to Apply
| Process | Steps |
|---|---|
| Visit Website | Go to www.gssc.goa.gov.in and click on “Apply Online” or “Recruitment” section. |
| Registration | Register using a valid mobile number and email ID to generate Login ID and Password. |
| Fill Form | Enter personal details, educational qualifications, experience details, and select medium & category. |
| Upload Docs | Upload scanned photograph, signature, educational certificates, TET certificate, experience certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), etc. |
| Pay Fee | Pay the applicable application fee online. |
| Submit | Review all details and submit the form. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference. |
GSSC Primary School Teacher Notification 2026 Selection Process
The selection for Primary School Teacher will be done through Two-Tier Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a Class Demonstration.
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| CBT – I | Screening test of 60 marks (75 minutes). Qualifying marks: UR-45%, OBC/PwD-40%, SC/ST-35%. |
| CBT – II | Main written test of 80 marks (100 minutes). |
| Class Demonstration | Teaching demonstration of 10 marks. Candidates shortlisted (twice the vacancies) will demonstrate a teaching concept. |
| Final Merit | Based on combined score of CBT-II (80 marks) and Class Demonstration (10 marks). |
GSSC Primary School Teacher 2026 Exam Pattern
CBT – I (Screening)
- Subjects: English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, Konkani, Marathi
- Total Questions: 60
- Total Marks: 60
- Time: 75 minutes
- Negative Marking: No
CBT – II (Main)
- Subjects: English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, Language (Marathi/Konkani), Methodology/Education Pedagogy
- Total Marks: 80
- Time: 100 minutes
Also Read: RRB Group D CEN 09/2025, 21997 Level-1 Vacancies
GSSC Primary School Teacher Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-6 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. The approximate salary includes basic pay plus allowances as applicable under the Government of Goa rules.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Grade Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Government Primary School Teacher | Level-6 | As per 7th CPC |
FAQs
Q1. When will the online application start for GSSC Primary School Teacher 2026?
Ans. The online application will start on 31st January 2026.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
Ans. There are 390 vacancies for Primary School Teacher (Marathi & Konkani Medium).
Q3. Is teaching experience compulsory?
Ans. Yes, a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in a recognized primary school is required.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Ans. The selection involves Two-Tier CBT (Computer Based Test) followed by Class Demonstration.