Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
| Domicile | Permanent resident of Manipur. A candidate whose parent, or any ancestor in their direct lineage, is a permanent resident of the State is also eligible, provided proper documentary proof is furnished. |
| Language | Able to speak Manipuri or any of the Tribal dialects of Manipur. |
| Educational Qualification | - 10+2 (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks from a recognized University/Board; OR 10+2 (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks from a recognized University/Institution/Board, in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations, 2002.
- D.Ed. in Special Education from an RCI-approved institute, with a valid RCI CRR number; OR D.El.Ed. with a recognized qualification (Certificate/Diploma) through an RCI-approved institution for in-service/pre-service general teachers, equivalent to D.Ed. in Special Education, with a valid RCI CRR number.
- 6 months of training in teaching in the cross-disability area of inclusive education. If the proposed programme is not available, this requirement may be dropped, provided the candidate compulsorily undergoes this training as soon as it is conducted.
- Passed the Teacher Eligibility Test-1 (TET-1) conducted by the State Government or any other agency approved by NCTE.
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| Additional Requirement | Sponsorship of the concerned Employment Exchanges of Manipur. |
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is calculated as on the date of notification of the advertisement (22.07.2026). | Post/Category | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 38 years |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- Government servants appointed under the Government of Manipur: To the extent of their continuous service in the post/service.
- A Government servant belonging to SC/ST gets the relaxation admissible to a Government servant, in addition to the relaxation admissible to SC/ST candidates.
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online through UPI, net banking, or Visa/Master/Debit card. | Category | Application Fee |
| General & OBC | Rs. 500 |
| SC & ST | Rs. 300 |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | Exempted - no fee |
Selection Process
The selection for Special Primary Teacher posts will be conducted through the following stages: | Stage | Process |
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification (for shortlisted candidates) |
Salary
Selected candidates for the Special Primary Teacher post will receive a competitive salary as per the government pay matrix. | Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Special Primary Teacher | Level 6 |
Documents Required
Candidates should prepare the following documents for the online application and subsequent verification: - Recent Passport-sized Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Identity Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID)
- Educational Certificates (10th, 12th Marksheets and Certificates)
- D.El.Ed. / D.Ed. in Special Education Certificate/Marksheet
- Valid RCI CRR number certificate
- Teacher Eligibility Test-1 (TET-1) Certificate
- Permanent Resident Certificate of Manipur
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) if applicable
- Employment Exchange Sponsorship credentials
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, if a Government servant
- Documentary proof for parent/ancestor permanent residency (if applicable)
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online for the Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026: - Ensure you are sponsored by the concerned Employment Exchange of Manipur, as only sponsored candidates are eligible to apply.
- Visit the official website of the Manipur Staff Selection Commission (MSSC) on or after 31st July 2026.
- Register on the portal using parameters that match your Employment Exchange sponsorship credentials.
- Log in to the application portal using your generated User ID and password.
- Fill in all required application details accurately, including your Name, Date of Birth, Category, Language proficiency, RCI CRR status, and Government Service NOC details (if applicable).
- Upload your recent photograph, scanned documents, and scanned signature as per the specified guidelines.
- Accept the mandatory qualification-validation declaration checkbox.
- Proceed to pay the application fee online using UPI, net banking, or a Visa/Master/Debit card.
- After successful payment, confirm your details and submit the application form.
- Print the acknowledgement receipt or confirmation page for your records and future reference.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available for Special Primary Teacher in Manipur SSC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are a total of 80 Special Primary Teacher posts available under the Manipur SSC Recruitment 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online for the Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026 is 20th August 2026, by 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
Ans: The application fee is Rs. 500 for General & OBC candidates and Rs. 300 for SC & ST candidates. PwD candidates are exempted from paying any fee.
Q4. What are the essential educational qualifications for Special Primary Teacher?
Ans: Candidates must have 10+2 with specified marks, a D.Ed. in Special Education (or equivalent D.El.Ed. with RCI CRR number), 6 months cross-disability training (if available), and must have passed TET-1.
Q5. What is the age limit for Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher posts?
Ans: The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 38 years as on 22nd July 2026, with age relaxations applicable for reserved categories and government servants.
Q6. What is the selection process for Special Primary Teacher recruitment?
Ans: The selection process primarily involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification for shortlisted candidates.