Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026, 80 Posts – Apply Online

Teaching is one of the most respected professions in Manipur, and the state government has been actively working to fill vacancies in schools across the state. If you are a special education trained teacher looking for a government teaching job in Manipur, here is an opportunity you should not miss. The Manipur Staff Selection Commission has released a notification for 80 Special Primary Teacher posts on a regular basis in the Education Department. The online application process started on 31st July 2026 and the last date to apply is 20th August 2026.

Now, what makes this recruitment different from regular primary teacher recruitments is the special education component. These posts are specifically for teachers trained in special education. You need to hold a D.Ed. in Special Education or equivalent qualification with a valid RCI CRR number. Additionally, you must have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test-1. The selection will be through a Computer Based Test covering General Knowledge, Basic Mathematics and English Language. There is no negative marking in the exam, which is a relief for candidates who tend to second-guess their answers.

The Manipur Staff Selection Commission is conducting this recruitment under Advertisement Number 02/2026. Only candidates sponsored by the concerned Employment Exchange of Manipur are eligible to apply. The posts are in Group-C, Non-Gazetted services with Pay Level 6. The exam will be held at Imphal, Churachandpur and Senapati centres. If you have been preparing for teaching exams in the northeast, this is one of the more straightforward opportunities available right now.

Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026 — Overview

Vacancy Details — 80 Posts

The 80 vacancies for Special Primary Teacher are distributed across different categories. Unreserved category has the highest share with 42 posts, followed by ST with 24 posts. OBC (Manipuri) has 10 posts and OBC (Manipur Pastoral) has 3 posts. SC category has 1 post. Within the 80 total posts, seats are also earmarked for Persons with Disabilities — 1 post each under Blindness and Low Vision, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Locomotor Disability.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility for Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher posts has four components. First, the candidate must be a citizen of India. Second, the candidate must be able to speak Manipuri or any of the Tribal dialects of Manipur. Third, the candidate must be a 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.

The educational qualification is specific. Candidates need 10+2 or equivalent with at least 50% marks from a recognised university or board. Alternatively, 10+2 with at least 45% marks as per NCTE Recognition Norms and Procedure Regulations 2002 is also acceptable. Along with this, candidates need D.Ed. in Special Education from an RCI-approved institute with a valid RCI CRR number. Or D.El.Ed. with a recognised qualification through an RCI-approved institution. Additionally, 6 months of training in teaching in the cross-disability area of inclusive education is required. And finally, the candidate must have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test-1 conducted by the State Government or any agency approved by NCTE.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 38 years as on the date of notification of the advertisement. The upper age limit is relaxable for government servants appointed under the Government of Manipur to the extent of their continuous service in the post or service. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation and OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation. 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 for Manipur SSC Special Primary Teacher posts must be paid online through UPI, net banking or Visa/Master/Debit card. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee or through any other mode will be summarily rejected. The fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be held in reserve for any other examination.

Selection Process — Exam Pattern

Selection is based on performance in the Computer Based Test. The CBT consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks. The exam duration is 75 minutes. For PwD candidates using a scribe, 20 minutes extra time per hour is provided, making the total duration 100 minutes. All questions are of Class XII level. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

The exam has three sections. General Knowledge carries 50 questions and 50 marks. Basic Mathematics carries 25 questions and 25 marks. English Language carries 25 questions and 25 marks. The General Knowledge section assesses knowledge of politics, history, geography, literature, sports, arts, culture and special education. If the exam is held in more than one shift, marks will be normalised using the MSSC normalisation formula.

Tie-Breaking Criteria

In case of candidates having the same score after normalisation, ties are resolved using the following criteria in order: first, total marks in the Computer Based Examination; second, date of birth with older candidates placed higher in the list; third, alphabetical order of names if required.

How to Apply Online

Applications must be submitted online through the link on the Manipur SSC website. Only candidates sponsored by the concerned Employment Exchange are allowed to apply. Register on the portal using parameters matching your Employment Exchange sponsorship credentials. Login using your User ID and password. Enter your profile parameters accurately including Name, Date of Birth, Category, Language, RCI CRR status and Government Service NOC if applicable. Upload your photo, scanned documents and signature. Accept the mandatory qualification-validation declaration checkbox. Confirm your details and pay the fee via UPI, net banking or card. Once payment is confirmed, the form is submitted and an acknowledgement receipt is generated.

Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in MSSC Special Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026?

There are 80 vacancies for the post of Special Primary Teacher in the Education (S) Department, Government of Manipur. UR-42, ST-24, SC-1, OBC(M)-10, OBC(MP)-3.

When can I apply online?

The online application window opens at 5:00 PM on 31st July 2026 and closes at 5:00 PM on 20th August 2026.

Who can apply for MSSC Special Primary Teacher?

Only candidates already sponsored by their concerned Employment Exchange in Manipur are allowed to submit applications online. The candidate must be a permanent resident of Manipur and must be able to speak Manipuri or any Tribal dialect.

What is the application fee?

The fee is Rs. 400 for General and OBC candidates, and Rs. 200 for SC and ST candidates. PwD candidates are exempted from paying any fee.

What is the educational qualification?

Candidates need 10+2 with at least 50% marks, along with D.Ed. in Special Education (or equivalent D.El.Ed.) with a valid RCI CRR number, 6 months cross-disability training, and must have passed TET-1.

Is there negative marking?

No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in this exam.

What are the exam centres?

The exam will be conducted at Imphal, Churachandpur and Senapati. Applicants choose their preferred centre at the time of submitting the online application.

What is the salary?

The post carries Pay Level 6 under Group-C, Non-Gazetted services as per the 7th CPC pay matrix.