Punjab Sanctions Hiring of 8,084 College Teaching Interns (CTIs)
Punjab Sanctions Hiring of 8,084 College Teaching Interns (CTIs)
The Punjab Higher Education Department has officially approved the hiring of 8,084 College Teaching Interns (CTIs) to address faculty shortages in public sector colleges across the province. This move aims to ensure that academic operations run smoothly during the 2025–26 academic year, especially as many colleges face an acute shortage of permanent teaching staff.
Quota Distribution
The recruitment comes with reserved quotas to ensure inclusivity and equal opportunities:
- 5% quota reserved for minorities
- 3% quota reserved for the disabled community
- 0.5% quota reserved for the transgender community
Duration of Engagement
The deployment of CTIs will vary based on the level of teaching:
- Intermediate classes: 7 months (from October 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026)
- BS programs: 10 months (from October 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026), or until the appointment of permanent staff
This flexible arrangement ensures uninterrupted teaching across both intermediate and undergraduate programs.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following academic requirements to qualify:
- A BS or Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least second division
- Preference for MPhil or PhD holders
- Additional merit points for academic records, board/university positions, and higher qualifications
- Interview performance will be a deciding factor in final selection
Stipend Details
To attract talented candidates, the government has announced attractive monthly stipends:
- Intermediate level teaching: Rs. 50,000 per month
- BS/Graduate level teaching: Rs. 60,000 per month
Payments will be made directly into the bank accounts of selected candidates.
Terms and Conditions
The CTI program comes with specific terms to maintain academic discipline:
- No upper age limit for applicants
- Two casual leaves per month allowed
- No TA/DA will be provided
- Temporary placements may be terminated in case of poor performance
- Recruitment will be strictly merit-based
- Submission of fake or false documents will lead to cancellation and prosecution
Purpose of Recruitment
The primary objective of hiring CTIs is to provide immediate pedagogical assistance in Punjab government colleges. The program ensures continuity of academic operations while the government works on the recruitment of permanent teaching staff.
FAQs – Punjab College Teaching Interns (CTIs) 2025
1. How many CTIs are being hired?
The Punjab Higher Education Department has sanctioned the hiring of 8,084 CTIs.
2. What is the deployment period for CTIs?
- For Intermediate classes: October 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026 (7 months)
- For BS programs: October 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026 (10 months)
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3. What is the stipend for CTIs?
- Intermediate teaching: Rs. 50,000 per month
- BS level teaching: Rs. 60,000 per month
4. What is the eligibility criteria?
Applicants must have at least a BS or Master’s degree with second division, while MPhil/PhD candidates will be preferred.
5. Are there reserved quotas?
Yes. 5% for minorities, 3% for disabled persons, and 0.5% for transgender applicants.
6. Is there any age limit for applicants?
No, there is no upper age limit for applying as a CTI.
7. What are the terms of service?
CTIs will be allowed two casual leaves per month, will not receive TA/DA, and placements may be terminated in case of poor performance.
8. What is the purpose of hiring CTIs?
The program ensures uninterrupted academic operations in Punjab government colleges until permanent faculty are recruited.
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