The State Government on Thursday upgraded the minimum educational qualification of Shiksha Sahayaks (SSs) from HSC to Plus Two.
The School and Mass Education Department approved a proposal on upgrading the minimum qualification of Shiksha Sahayaks as prescribed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). However, the incumbent Shiksha Sahayaks, who have HSC with CT qualification, shall not be affected by the change.
Similarly, the minimum qualification for appointment of Junior Clerks in district offices was upgraded from Plus Two to Plus Three. A notification in this regard was issued by the General Administration (GA) Department.
The Odisha Revenue Clerks Association had been demanding enhancement of the entry level qualification of Junior Clerks to graduation along with special cadre status.