The School Education Department, Government of Punjab has announced the School Teacher Interns Jobs 2026 — a fixed-term teaching internship for public schools across Punjab. The Punjab STI Jobs 2026 offer school-level internships with a monthly stipend of up to Rs 45,000, and applications are accepted online only at sti.pesrp.edu.pk until 18 October 2026.
The STI program hires interns for three teaching levels — Primary, Elementary, and High/Higher Secondary — with the engagement period running from 3 November 2026 to 31 May 2027. The recruitment follows a transparent, merit-based schedule: initial merit lists on 23 October, interviews on 29–30 October, and final placement orders on 2 November 2026. Punjab’s public sector is recruiting heavily this season — also see our guides on Punjab Police Jobs 2026 and PPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 — but the STI internship stands out because fresh graduates can apply with no experience requirement.
About School Education Department
About the School Education Department, Punjab
The School Education Department, Government of Punjab administers tens of thousands of government schools across all districts of the province — handling primary, elementary, and secondary education, teacher recruitment and training, school infrastructure, and curriculum implementation.
To meet staffing needs in schools and to give young graduates real classroom experience, the department runs the School Teacher Intern (STI) program — a fixed-term internship scheme under which interns are engaged in public schools on a temporary basis. STI positions are filled strictly through the official online STI portal (sti.pesrp.edu.pk), and selection is merit-based, calculated on academic qualifications. The internship does not convert into a permanent appointment, but selected interns receive an official completion certificate that strengthens future applications for regular teaching posts.
School Teacher Interns Jobs 2026 – Vacant Positions
The department is engaging School Teacher Interns across Punjab’s public schools at three teaching levels. Exact vacancies are announced school-wise on the STI portal.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Title | School Teacher Intern (STI) |
| Department | School Education Department, Government of Punjab |
| Teaching Levels | Primary, Elementary, High / Higher Secondary |
| Location | Public schools across all districts of Punjab |
| Vacancies | School-wise (as advertised on the STI portal) |
| Engagement Period | 3 November 2026 – 31 May 2027 |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs 38,000 – Rs 45,000 (level-wise) |
| Age Limit | 21 – 45 years |
| Application Mode | Online at sti.pesrp.edu.pk |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Eligibility Criteria for Punjab STI Jobs 2026
Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the teaching level you apply for:
- Primary Level Interns: BA / BSc (or equivalent 14-year degree) from a recognized university, with a monthly stipend of Rs 38,000.
- Elementary Level Interns: MA / MSc / BS (Honours), or BA / BSc, with a monthly stipend of Rs 40,000.
- High / Higher Secondary Level Interns: MA / MSc / BS (Honours) in the relevant subject, with a monthly stipend of Rs 45,000.
Candidates holding professional teaching qualifications such as B.Ed or M.Ed are given preference during final evaluation, although these are not mandatory for application.
Experience Required
No prior teaching experience is required — the program is designed to give fresh graduates classroom experience. Academically strong candidates and those with professional education credentials (B.Ed / M.Ed) get preference, but experience is not a condition of eligibility.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit is 21 to 45 years as of the closing date of applications.
Gender
Both male and female Pakistani nationals are eligible to apply. Seats are announced separately for boys’ and girls’ schools.
Salary and Benefits
STI interns are paid a fixed monthly stipend according to their teaching level — Rs 38,000 (Primary), Rs 40,000 (Elementary), and Rs 45,000 (High/Higher Secondary) per month. Beyond the stipend, interns receive an official completion certificate that strengthens future applications for regular teaching posts, gain seven months of real classroom experience, and get preference weightage in subsequent public-sector teaching recruitment. Registration and application on the STI portal are completely free, though no TA/DA is admissible for the test/interview process.
How to Apply for Punjab STI Jobs 2026
Applications are accepted online only through the official STI portal — follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the official School Education Department STI portal at https://sti.pesrp.edu.pk/.
- Register your account using a valid CNIC number and an active mobile number.
- Complete your profile by entering your personal details, domicile, and academic record accurately.
- Select your teaching level (Primary, Elementary, or High/Higher Secondary) and the school(s) you are eligible for.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents (CNIC, photographs, degrees/certificates).
- Review your complete application form carefully, then submit it online on or before 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Save or print your submitted application for your record.
Double-check every entry before submission — merit lists are generated directly from the data you enter.
Required Documents Checklist
Keep these documents ready (originals plus scanned copies) before applying:
- Valid CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- Domicile certificate of Punjab
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Matriculation and Intermediate certificates
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree and detailed marks certificates (per your teaching level)
- B.Ed / M.Ed degree (if held — gives preference)
- Valid mobile number and active email address
Selection Procedure
The STI selection process is merit-based and follows this timeline:
- Online applications are received through the STI portal until 18 October 2026.
- Merit calculation is done on the basis of academic qualifications, with preference for professional education credentials (B.Ed / M.Ed).
- Initial merit lists are displayed on 23 October 2026 on the notice boards of the respective schools and the STI portal.
- Objections and grievances regarding the initial merit lists are received and redressed by the Tehsil Level Committee from 26 to 27 October 2026.
- Interviews of shortlisted candidates are conducted on 29 and 30 October 2026.
- Final merit lists are displayed on 31 October 2026 at 10:00 AM.
- Placement orders are issued on 2 November 2026 through the STI portal, and interns join their assigned schools for the engagement beginning 3 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Date | Details |
|---|---|
| 18 October 2026 | Last date for online application (11:59 PM) |
| 23 October 2026 | Display of initial merit list (school notice boards + STI portal) |
| 26–27 October 2026 | Redressal of objections / complaints (Tehsil Level Committee) |
| 29–30 October 2026 | Interviews of shortlisted candidates |
| 31 October 2026 | Display of final merit list (10:00 AM) |
| 2 November 2026 | Issuance of placement orders via the STI portal |
| 3 November 2026 | Internship engagement begins |
| 31 May 2027 | Internship engagement ends |
Why Consider a Career as a School Teacher Intern
For fresh graduates, the STI program is one of the easiest doors into Punjab’s public sector: no application fee, no experience requirement, and transparent merit-based selection where your academic record decides your ranking. The stipend of up to Rs 45,000 is competitive for an internship, and the official completion certificate carries real weight when you later apply for permanent teaching posts, including PPSC educator recruitments. With seats announced school-wise in every district, you can apply in your own tehsil without relocating — and candidates serious about a teaching career who hold B.Ed/M.Ed degrees get preference in final evaluation.
FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for Punjab STI Jobs 2026?
18 October 2026 (11:59 PM). Late applications are not accepted. - Where do I apply for School Teacher Interns Jobs 2026?
Online only at https://sti.pesrp.edu.pk/. Applications by post or by hand are not accepted. - What is the monthly stipend for STI interns?
Rs 38,000 (Primary), Rs 40,000 (Elementary), and Rs 45,000 (High/Higher Secondary) per month. - Is a B.Ed or M.Ed degree compulsory for STI jobs?
No — BA/BSc (Primary), MA/MSc/BS (Elementary), or MA/MSc/BS (Honours) in the relevant subject (High/Higher Secondary) is enough. However, B.Ed/M.Ed holders get preference in final evaluation. - Can both male and female candidates apply?
Yes. Male and female Pakistani nationals aged 21–45 can apply; seats are announced separately for boys’ and girls’ schools. - Will the STI internship become a permanent job?
No. The engagement is fixed-term (3 Nov 2026 – 31 May 2027) and is not converted into a regular appointment, though interns receive an official completion certificate. - Is there any application fee?
No. Registration and application are completely free, though no TA/DA is paid for the test/interview process.
Contact Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | School Education Department, Government of Punjab |
| Official STI Portal | https://sti.pesrp.edu.pk/ |
| Program | School Teacher Interns (STI) 2026 |
| Advertisement Source | Jang newspaper, published 4 October 2026 |
Final Word
The Punjab STI Jobs 2026 program is a rare combination: a paid government internship, open to fresh graduates, with transparent merit-based selection. With the last date of 18 October 2026 fast approaching, eligible candidates should register on the official portal at sti.pesrp.edu.pk and submit their applications well before the deadline.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official advertisement published in Jang on 4 October 2026 by the School Education Department, Government of Punjab. Verify all details from the official STI portal (sti.pesrp.edu.pk) before applying. For any query or correction regarding this article, contact us at contact@jobzrio.com.
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