NIOS D.El.Ed Candidates’ Data Submitted, BPSC Updates
Patna: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has submitted the data of candidates who completed the 18-month D.El.Ed course from NIOS for the second phase of the teacher recruitment exam (TRE-2) to the Education Department. The commission has prepared category-wise, subject-wise, and quota-wise data and handed it over to the department.
The Education Department has yet to provide details on vacancies. Once the required information is received, the commission will announce the results. It is noteworthy that in 2023, the Supreme Court had revoked the recognition of the 18-month D.El.Ed course from NIOS. Following this, the Bihar Education Department had declared such candidates ineligible. However, based on a review petition ruling, these candidates have now been granted recognition.
1.40 Lakh New Appointments in the Upcoming Financial Year
The state government has set a target of appointing 1.40 lakh candidates in the financial year 2025-26. The budget has allocated provisions for this recruitment drive. In the financial year 2024-25, a total of 4,27,866 appointments have already been made. Requisitions for filling vacant positions in the new financial year have been sent to various commissions.
Under the Chief Minister’s Nishchay Self-Help Allowance Scheme, a total of 7,72,159 applicants have received assistance as of January 14, 2025.
Stadiums to be Built in 370 Blocks
Under the Chief Minister’s Sports Development Scheme, stadiums will be constructed in all 534 blocks of the state. Approval has been granted for the construction of stadiums in 370 blocks, of which 229 have been completed. Additionally, 37,613 development projects have been completed in 5,671 panchayats, with a total expenditure of ₹2,091 crore.
Under the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme, MPs recommended 1,628 projects for the financial year 2024-25, of which 1,485 have been approved.
Classes 6 to 8 to Start in 836 Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools
Starting next month, 836 government secondary and higher secondary schools, including state-run and project schools, will introduce classes 6 to 8. Under this new system, secondary schools will offer education from classes 6 to 10, while higher secondary schools will extend from classes 6 to 12.
According to the Education Department, this change will be implemented in the new academic session, merging nearby middle schools with secondary schools.
Aadhaar Linkage Mandatory for Students to Receive Scholarships and Benefits
Students studying in government schools must now link their bank accounts with Aadhaar to receive scholarships, uniforms, and other benefits. The Education Department has issued directives to all districts to ensure Aadhaar seeding of students’ bank accounts. Without this linkage, students will not be eligible for benefits under various government schemes, including scholarships, uniforms, and sanitary napkins.
The E-Shikshakosh portal will be used to manage beneficiary schemes. A recent review revealed that many students’ bank accounts are not linked to Aadhaar. The department has instructed all schools to expedite the Aadhaar seeding process to ensure that all eligible students receive the benefits directly in their accounts.
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