Raipur. There is important news for candidates in Chhattisgarh preparing to become special educators. The state government has amended the ‘Teacher Recruitment and Promotion Rules 2026,’ bringing changes to the eligibility criteria for primary and upper primary special educator positions. Under the new rules, it is now mandatory to possess the relevant academic degree or diploma, pass the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET), and be registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). The School Education Department issued a notification in this regard on November 5, 2026.
Amendment to Teacher Recruitment Rules 2026
According to the School Education Department’s notification, the Governor, exercising the powers conferred under Article 309 of the Constitution, has amended the Teacher Recruitment and Promotion Rules 2026. Specifically, changes have been made to sections four and five of Appendix-I of the rules, which pertain to minimum academic qualifications. The amendment clarifies the eligibility requirements for primary and upper primary special educator posts.
D.Ed. Mandatory for Primary Special Educators
As per the new provisions, for appointment to the post of Special Educator (Primary), a candidate must hold a D.Ed. in Special Education—or an equivalent qualification—from an institution recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), New Delhi.
Furthermore, candidates must be registered with the RCI and have qualified in the prescribed Teacher Eligibility Test (TET). In other words, a D.Ed. in Special Education degree alone is not sufficient for eligibility.
B.Ed. Required for Upper Primary Special Educators
For the post of Special Educator (Upper Primary), a B.Ed. in Special Education—or an equivalent qualification—is required. This degree must also be obtained from an institution recognized by the RCI.
Candidates for this position must also be registered with the RCI. Additionally, they are required to pass the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET), conducted in accordance with the relevant guidelines. Three conditions must be met for both posts
Under the revised rules, three key qualifications will be mandatory for the posts of special educator in both the primary and upper primary categories:
A D.Ed. or B.Ed. degree in Special Education—or an equivalent qualification—relevant to the specific post.
Registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
Qualifying the prescribed Teacher Eligibility Test (TET).
Following this amendment, an academic degree alone will no longer be sufficient for recruitment to special educator posts. Candidates must also [qualify for] the TET and…
