New Delhi, 27 December. A significant development has emerged for job aspirants preparing for government positions in Delhi. The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) examinations scheduled for March have been put on hold by the Delhi Government. This decision comes under the directive of Education Minister Ashish Sood.
Alongside the suspension, it is understood that the government is seriously considering increasing the age limit for DSSSB exams.
The recruitment for Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) and Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts in Delhi government schools is planned through DSSSB exams. Candidates have long demanded relaxation in the age limits for these recruitments. In response, the government has temporarily halted the exams and initiated a review concerning age limit issues.
Candidates argue that the current age limits for DSSSB exams are quite restrictive, which excludes many eligible individuals from participating. They are requesting the maximum age limit to be raised to 36 years for PGT posts and 32 years for TGT posts. Their reasoning highlights that compared to other states and central recruitments, the age criteria for teacher recruitment in Delhi is notably stringent.
Similarly, candidates for Primary Teacher (PRT) posts are demanding an additional five-year age relaxation. Presently, only candidates up to 30 years of age are allowed to appear for DSSSB exams in Delhi, a rule that has caused widespread dissatisfaction among aspirants.
Following Education Minister Ashish Sood’s instructions, the Education Department and related officials are deliberating on proposals to increase the age limit. Sources indicate that the government is likely to take a final decision on this matter soon.
If the government decides to raise the age limit, it could provide relief to thousands of candidates. All eyes are now on the government’s forthcoming decision, which will clarify new exam dates and the extent of age relaxation to be granted.
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