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Delhi LG VK Saxena has approved the continuation of 410 part-time vocational teachers for the 2025-26 academic year. The move ensures uninterrupted skill-based education under the NSQF framework in government schools. These teachers, serving since the 1970s, play a key role in vocational training for Classes 9-12. The approval comes amid concerns over declining numbers due to retirements and lack of fresh recruitment.

Key Points: Delhi LG VK Saxena Approves 410 Vocational Teachers' Contract Renewal

  • LG approves extension for 410 vocational teachers till March 2026
  • Renewal covers 9 teachers in aided schools
  • PTVTs have served Delhi schools since the 1970s
  • Department cites declining numbers due to retirements
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Delhi LG approves continuation, renewal of 410 Part Time Vocational Teachers

LG VK Saxena greenlights continuation of 410 part-time vocational teachers in Delhi schools, ensuring skill-based education for 2025-26 academic session.

"These teachers are crucial for delivering skill-based education under NSQF in Classes 9 to 12 - Education Department"

New Delhi, July 8

In a move that would further strengthen the education system in Delhi Government Schools by ensuring uninterrupted teaching facilities, Delhi LG, VK Saxena has approved the continuation and renewal of Part Time Vocational Teachers (PTVTs) engaged in Government and Government-aided schools in Delhi for the Academic Session 2025-26.

According to the release, the Education Department of the Delhi Government had sought the extension of 410 PTVTs - comprising 402 qualified and 8 non-qualified teachers - in Delhi Government schools from 01.04.2025 to 31.03.2026, which was approved by the LG.

In addition, Saxena has approved the renewal of contracts for 02 contractual Part Time Vocational Teachers appointed under the Hospitality and Tourism vocational stream, for the period from 01.03.2025 to 28.02.2026.

The proposal also covers the continuation of 09 Part Time Vocational Teachers currently deployed in 04 Government-aided Senior Secondary Schools in Delhi for the academic year 2025-26.

Part Time Vocational Teachers have been serving in Delhi schools since the late 1970s and early 2000s on a contingent or contractual basis. They were originally engaged to teach vocational subjects and they continue to do so under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF), which was introduced by the CBSE to replace the earlier vocational stream.

These teachers are currently engaged in delivering skill-based education to students in Classes 9 to 12, in alignment with the NSQF.

The Department has highlighted that the number of PTVTs has been steadily decreasing due to superannuation and the absence of fresh recruitment, making it crucial to retain the existing teachers for continuity in skill education.

Of the 505 PTVTs presently working in Delhi Government schools, 410 are contingent-paid, whose continuation has now been approved, while the remaining 95 are working against temporary posts that are renewed annually with the concurrence of the Finance Department.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good decision but why only renewal? Government should create permanent posts for these teachers. They've been working for decades on contract basis - this is injustice. Security and benefits are important too!
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Aman W
As someone who studied in Delhi govt school, I can say vocational teachers made huge difference. Learned basic electrical work that helps me even today. But quality control is must - some teachers just mark attendance and leave.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see 8 non-qualified teachers being renewed. While experience matters, shouldn't there be a pathway for them to get proper certification? Skill is important but teaching methodology matters too.
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Vikram M
Finally some good news! These teachers are backbone of skill education. But why only 410? With new education policy focusing on vocational training, we need more such teachers across all schools. #SkillIndia
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Kavya N
My daughter's school has excellent vocational teacher for fashion design. She's now considering it as career option. More schools need such exposure. Government should also update equipment - many labs have outdated machines.
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David E
The decreasing numbers mentioned are concerning. If India wants to become manufacturing hub, we need to invest more in vocational training at school level. Renewal is good but need long-term plan.

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