Maharashtra Government Gr For Shikshan Sevak May 2026

Maharashtra Government GR for Shikshan Sevak: A Complete Breakdown of Rights, Pay Scale, and Permanent Appointment

Published on: May 4, 2026
Category: Maharashtra Education Policy | Shikshan Sevak Rules

GR for Regularization: A 2023 GR clarified that Shikshan Sevaks who completed 5 continuous years of service as of a cut-off date would be considered for regularization as Assistant Teachers, provided they met new eligibility norms (e.g., acquiring higher qualifications like B.Ed. if initially appointed with D.Ed.).
GR on Salary Revision: In 2024, the state issued a GR increasing the monthly honorarium to bring it closer to the minimum pay of a regular teacher, following demands from teachers’ unions.
GR on Age Relaxation: Several GRs have extended age limits for existing Shikshan Sevaks applying for permanent recruitment exams.

Contractual Nature: Initially hired for 1 to 3 years.
Performance-Based: Extension depends on school needs and performance.
Lower Salary: Initially receives a fixed honorarium (less than regular pay scale).
Path to Permanency: After completing a specific number of years (usually 3 to 5 years), they become eligible for a regular, pensionable post.

In this post, we break down the latest GR, explaining what it means for current Shikshan Sevaks, aspiring candidates, and the quality of education in Maharashtra. Maharashtra Government GR for Shikshan Sevak: A Complete

Use the search filter for the School Education and Sports Department. GR for Regularization: A 2023 GR clarified that