B.ED DEGREE HOLDERS ELIGIBLE FOR TGT AND PGT POSTS

B.ED DEGREE HOLDERS ELIGIBLE FOR TGT AND PGT POSTS

14-DEC-ENG 18

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

PATNA----------------------------The Delhi High Court has delivered a significant judgment for B.Ed degree holders. They will now be eligible for both TGT and PGT posts, providing relief in teacher recruitment.

In a major development related to teacher recruitment in Delhi, there is good news for B.Ed degree holders. The Delhi High Court recently delivered a crucial judgment, under which B.Ed degree holders will now be considered eligible not only for TGT but also for PGT posts. This decision is a significant achievement, especially for those candidates who have been preparing to become teachers for years and were facing uncertainty regarding their eligibility.

The case was heard by a bench of Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Saurabh Banerjee. During the hearing, petitions filed by the Delhi government and the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) were dismissed. These petitions challenged the orders previously issued by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT). The CAT orders had clarified that B.Ed degree holders could be considered eligible for both TGT and PGT posts.

The petitioners argued that B.Ed (Special Education) and B.Ed (General) are different qualifications and therefore, general B.Ed degree holders cannot be considered eligible for PGT posts. However, the Delhi High Court rejected this argument and upheld the CAT orders. The court stated that if the advertisement does not explicitly specify different qualifications, then B.Ed degree holders will be considered eligible for both TGT and PGT posts.

This decision has brought a wave of joy among B.Ed students and young people aspiring to become teachers. For the past several years, there have been disputes regarding the eligibility of B.Ed degree holders in the teacher recruitment process. Sometimes it was said that general B.Ed holders were only eligible for TGT posts, while they were not recognized for PGT posts. In some cases, B.Ed in Special Education was considered a separate qualification, and only those candidates were considered eligible for PGT posts. This decision has brought new hope for aspiring teachers. They can now apply for both positions, significantly enhancing their career prospects. Furthermore, this ruling will increase transparency in the teacher recruitment process, preventing unnecessary confusion for candidates regarding eligibility criteria.

In previous years, advertisements issued by the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) had created confusion regarding the B.Ed. qualification. Many candidates tried to ascertain whether their degree was valid for both TGT and PGT positions before applying. Now, with this order from the Delhi High Court, it is clear that B.Ed. degree holders can apply for both positions.

Education experts believe that this decision could be a landmark for teacher recruitment processes not only in Delhi but across the entire country. It will provide equal opportunities for aspiring teachers and help qualified talent secure employment. Simultaneously, this decision will promote equality and transparency in the education sector.

This case has also highlighted that ambiguous or discriminatory rules regarding qualifications are not in the best interest of students and candidates. The court, by issuing a precise and clear order, has ensured that deserving candidates are not deprived of their rights. Following this decision, many students who were hesitant to apply for TGT or PGT positions can now apply with confidence.

This ruling will increase employment opportunities for B.Ed. degree holders and encourage more candidates to participate in the teacher recruitment process. This decision is considered a positive step towards justice and equality in the education sector.

In short, the Delhi High Court's decision opens new avenues for B.Ed. degree holders. They will now be eligible to apply for both TGT and PGT positions. This decision will boost the morale and confidence of candidates and ensure the appointment of qualified and trained individuals in the education sector.