Sainik School Kapurthala Recruitment 2026

Sainik School Kapurthala Recruitment Notice

Sainik School Kapurthala in Punjab has announced a recruitment drive for several positions. Applications are invited for Lab Assistant (Chemistry), Lab Assistant (Physics), and General Employee (GE) posts. This is an opportunity for eligible candidates to join the school administration.

Job Highlights

Important Dates

The last date to submit applications for all the announced posts is 10 October 2026.

Vacancy Details

Sainik School Kapurthala is filling vacancies for the following posts:

• Lab Assistant (Chemistry): 01 post (UR - Unreserved)
• Lab Assistant (Physics): 01 post (SC - Scheduled Caste)
• General Employee (GE): 04 posts (03 UR - Unreserved, 01 ST - Scheduled Tribe)

The Lab Assistant positions are on a contractual basis for 11 months, which may be extended up to 03 years based on performance review. The GE posts are regular.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specified educational and age requirements for each post.

• Educational Qualification: Intermediate in Science with Chemistry or Physics as one of the subjects, or an equivalent qualification in the respective subject.
• Age Limit: Between 21 to 35 years as on 01 September 2026.

• Educational Qualification: Matriculation or equivalent.
• Age Limit: Between 18 to 50 years as on 01 September 2026.

Desirable Qualifications for Lab Assistant: Experience in teaching in a residential school, proficiency in teaching the concerned subject, fluency in English, knowledge of computer applications, higher qualifications, and achievements in NCC/Sports/Games/extra-curricular activities are preferred.

Desirable Qualifications for GE: Understanding of Punjabi and Hindi languages. Experience working in residential schools like Military/Sainik Schools is advantageous. For specific GE sub-categories (Cooks, Carpenter), experience in cooking at a reputed hotel/residential school or in the carpenter trade is required.

Application Fee

Candidates need to pay a non-refundable demand draft as an application fee:

• General / OBC Candidates: Rs. 500/-
• SC / ST Candidates: Rs. 250/-

The demand draft should be drawn in favour of 'Sainik School Fund Account'.

Salary / Pay Scale

The salary structure for the posts is as follows:

• Lab Assistant (Contractual): Rs. 40,800/- per month consolidated. This includes Level 4 Cell 1 starting at Rs. 25,500/- plus 60% DA.
• General Employee (GE - Regular): Level 1 Cell 1 starting at Rs. 18,000/- per month, plus DA, Transport Allowance, and Medical Allowance as per rules. Rent-free accommodation may be provided if available.

Note: No salary will be paid to teaching staff during summer/winter vacations (70 days in an academic year). For contractual staff, one month's salary will be kept as a security deposit, deducted in three equal installments from the first three months' salary.

Selection Process

The selection process will involve the following stages:

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility criteria.
2. Written Test: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test. The list of candidates for the written test will be posted on the school website.
3. Skill / Practical Test: Based on performance in the written test, candidates will be selected for a skill or practical test.

Original educational and professional qualification certificates must be produced for verification during the selection process.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should apply in the prescribed application format, which can be downloaded from the Sainik School Kapurthala website.

1. Download the application form from the school website.
2. Fill in all required details accurately.
3. Attach attested copies of testimonials (educational certificates, experience certificates, etc.).
4. Prepare a non-refundable demand draft for the application fee.
5. Send the completed application form along with the demand draft and attested copies of testimonials to the following address:

   Principal, Sainik School, Kapurthala, Punjab - 144 601

Clearly mention the name of the post applied for on the envelope.

Documents Required

Candidates must submit attested copies of the following documents with their application:

• Educational qualification certificates
• Experience certificates (if any)
• Category certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
• Any other relevant testimonials

Original certificates must be brought for verification during the selection process.

Important Instructions

• Applications received after the due date (10 October 2026) will not be considered.
• The school is not responsible for any postal delays.
• Candidates must provide their own valid email ID and mobile number for communication. All correspondence will be done via email.
• Applications with blank fields or false/wrong information will be rejected.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending selection tests.
• Only Indian nationals can apply.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for Sainik School Kapurthala recruitment?

The last date to submit applications is 10 October 2026.

What are the posts announced by Sainik School Kapurthala?

The posts announced are Lab Assistant (Chemistry), Lab Assistant (Physics), and General Employee (GE).

What is the application fee for General/OBC candidates?

The application fee for General and OBC candidates is Rs. 500/-.

What is the age limit for Lab Assistant posts?

The age limit for Lab Assistant posts is between 21 to 35 years as on 01 September 2026.

How will candidates be selected for the GE post?

Candidates will be shortlisted, followed by a written test and potentially a skill/practical test.

Important Links

Official Website → Not specified in the official notification.

Notification PDF → Click Here