Manipur Staff Selection Commission (MSSC) has announced recruitment for 80 Special Primary Teacher posts in the Education (S) Department of the state. The notification, dated 22 July 2026, opens online applications on 31 July and closes on 20 August 2026.
Candidates who are sponsored by their respective Employment Exchanges can apply through the MSSC portal and compete for the positions under the Group‑C, Non‑Gazetted pay level 6.
Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Manipur Staff Selection Commission (MSSC) |
| Post Name | Special Primary Teacher |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 80 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Post Category | Latest Sarkari Jobs |
| Official Website | manipurssc.mn.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 31 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 August 2026 |
Source: Official Notification, Page 1
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Special Primary Teacher | 80 (UR-42, ST-24, SC-1, OBC(M)-10, OBC(MP)-3) |
Source: Official Notification, Page 1
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General & OBC | Rs. 400 |
| SC & ST | Rs. 200 |
| PwD | Exempted – no fee |
Payment Mode: Online (UPI, net banking, Visa/Master/Debit card)
Source: Official Notification, Page 1
Age Limit (As on 22 July 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 38 Years |
| Age Relaxation | 5 years relaxation for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, plus additional relaxation for Government servants as per service length |
Source: Official Notification, Page 1
Salary Details
| Post Name | Salary / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Special Primary Teacher | Pay Level 6, Group-C, Non-Gazetted |
Educational Qualification
Eligibility is limited to Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Manipur and can speak Manipuri or any tribal dialect. Educational criteria require 10+2 with at least 50% marks (45% for NCTE‑norms), a D.Ed. in Special Education or an equivalent D.El.Ed., and a valid TET‑1 qualification. Candidates must also have completed a six‑month training in inclusive education, or agree to undergo it before the exam.
Persons with disabilities must possess a benchmark disability of not less than 40%, certified by the competent authority, to be considered for the reserved PwD posts.
Source: Official Notification, Page 1
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
Source: Official Notification, Page 1
Documents Required
- Educational qualification certificates
- Age proof document
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD as applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving candidates
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Original documents for verification at the time of document verification
Exam Pattern
The CBT consists of 100 multiple‑choice questions: 50 General Knowledge, 25 Basic Mathematics and 25 English Language. Each question carries 1 mark, no negative marking, and the total duration is 75 minutes (100 minutes for PwD candidates with scribe assistance).
Age Relaxation Details
SC/ST candidates receive a 5‑year relaxation, OBC candidates a 3‑year relaxation, and Government servants obtain additional relaxation based on their continuous service length. The relaxed upper age limit is still calculated as of the notification date.
How to Apply for Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026?
- Register on the MSSC portal using the Employment Exchange sponsorship credentials
- Log in with the User ID and password created during registration
- Fill in personal, academic and category details as per the application form
- Upload photograph, scanned documents and signature, then accept the declaration
- Pay the application fee through UPI, net banking or card and submit the form
Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026 FAQs
The last date to apply is 20 August 2026. Candidates must submit their online applications before 5:00 PM on this day.
There are 80 vacancies for the Special Primary Teacher post. The breakdown includes 42 UR, 24 ST, 1 SC, 10 OBC(M) and 3 OBC(MP) seats.
The fee is Rs. 400 for General and OBC candidates, Rs. 200 for SC and ST candidates, while PwD candidates are exempted from any fee.
Candidates must be between 18 and 38 years old as on 22 July 2026, with 5‑year relaxation for SC/ST, 3‑year for OBC and additional relaxation for Government servants.
Applicants need 10+2 with at least 50% marks (45% under NCTE), a D.Ed. in Special Education or an equivalent D.El.Ed., and must have passed TET‑1.
Selection is based solely on performance in a Computer Based Test (CBT) covering General Knowledge, Basic Mathematics and English Language.
The post carries Pay Level 6 under Group‑C, Non‑Gazetted services; a specific monthly figure is not mentioned in the notification.
Apply online via the MSSC portal (https://manipurssc.mn.gov.in/) between 31 July and 20 August 2026, following the registration, form‑filling, document upload and fee‑payment steps.