The Army Welfare Education Society (AWES) has officially announced the Online Screening Test (OST) for the recruitment of educators for Army Public Schools (APS) throughout India for the academic year 2025-26. These schools, affiliated with the CBSE, are situated in cantonments and military stations and are overseen by local military authorities. The AWES OST is set to take place on the 20th and 21st of September 2025, with the objective of selecting qualified candidates for the positions of Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), and Primary Teacher (PRT). This article offers detailed information regarding the AWES Teacher Recruitment 2025, encompassing eligibility requirements, the selection process, application fees, key dates, and the application procedure.
AWES Teacher Recruitment 2025 – Notification Overview
| Name of the Post | PGT, TGT, PRT |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced by schools |
| Age Limit | Below 40 (fresh candidates); 40–55 with experience (as on 01/04/2026) |
| Salary | As per AWES norms |
| Educational Qualification | Post-Graduation/ Graduation with B.Ed./D.El.Ed./B.El.Ed. |
| Selection Process | Online Screening Test, Interview, Teaching Skills Test |
| Job Location | Across India (APS clusters) |
| Application Dates | 05/06/2025 to 16/08/2025 |
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How to Apply for AWES Teacher Recruitment 2025:
- Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are required to register online via the AWES Online Registration Portal (awes-guide.stage.smartexams.in).
- To complete the profile registration, it is necessary to possess a valid AADHAR CARD, MOBILE NUMBER, and e-mail ID.
- Applicants must upload photocopies of pertinent documents (Recent Photograph, Signature, Proof of Date of Birth, and academic qualification certificates).
- The final step involves the payment of the examination fee for each post.
- The deadline for submitting online applications is 16/08/2025 by 23:59 Hours.
Salary:
- Ad-hoc appointments may have different pay structures.
- As per AWES norms, varying by post and school.
Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit:
- Fresh candidates: Below 40 years.
- Experienced candidates (Army Spouses/Others): 40–55 years with 5 years teaching experience (cumulative for Army Spouses; in last 10 years for others).
- Experience must be in relevant category (e.g., PGT/TGT experience for PGT post).
Educational Qualification:
PGT: A Post-Graduation degree with a minimum of 50% marks along with a B.Ed. degree (also with 50% marks) from an institution recognized by the NCTE. There are specific subject requirements for Computer Science, Informatics Practices, and Physical Education, which are detailed in the notification.
TGT: A Graduation degree with at least 50% marks plus a B.Ed. (50% marks) or an Integrated Degree Course from NCERT with a minimum of 50% marks is required. The CTET/TET is mandatory for appointment. Specific subject combinations are needed for Sanskrit, Hindi, English, SST, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, and Physical Education.
PRT: A Graduation degree with 50% marks along with a B.El.Ed. or a 2-year D.El.Ed. (Both with 50% marks) or a B.Ed. for individuals who were in service prior to 11/08/2023 (subject to the NCTE Bridge Course). The CTET/TET is mandatory for appointment. Specific qualifications are required for Physical Education.
Other Conditions: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in teaching English and Hindi, as well as possess knowledge of computer applications. The CTET/TET is not mandatory for OST but is required for regular appointments as TGT/PRT.
Application Fee:
- Payable online via UPI/Debit/Credit Cards/Net Banking.
- Rs.385 per post (PGT/TGT/PRT).
Selection Process:
- Interview
- Online Screening Test (OST)
- Police Verification
- Evaluation of Teaching Skills & Computer Proficiency
Important Links:
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| AWES Notification Pdf | Click Here |
Important Dates:
| Registration Start Date | 05/06/2025 |
| Registration Closing Date | 16/08/2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 22/08/2025 to 24/08/2025 |
| Admit Card Availability | 08/09/2025 |
| Online Exam Date | 20–21/09/2025 |
| Reserve Exam Date | 22–23/09/2025 |
| Result Declaration | After 08/10/2025 |



