How do I become a government school teacher in India?

The government-teacher pipeline in India is fairly standardised:

Step 1 — Qualification. Choose your track:

• Primary (Classes I–V): 10+2 + D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed / ITEP.
• Upper Primary / Middle (VI–VIII): Graduation + B.Ed.
• Secondary / Senior Secondary (IX–XII): PG in subject + B.Ed for PGT roles.

Step 2 — Eligibility test. Clear CTET (for central schools) or State TET (for state schools). Some states run their own super-TET / SET.

Step 3 — Recruitment exam. Apply through the relevant body:

• KVS / NVS / EMRS — central government schools.
• DSSSB (Delhi), UPSSSC, TSPSC, KPSC, MPTET — state boards.
• Army Public Schools (APS-CSB), Sainik Schools — semi-government.

Step 4 — Interview & demo. Most recruitments include a demo class + document verification.

Total time from graduation is typically 2–3 years. Salary starts at Level 6/7 of the 7th Pay Commission (₹35,000–₹50,000 basic).