Punjab Government has recently announced a new notification regarding advance increments for Elementary School Teachers (EST) and Primary School Teachers (PST) based on their educational qualification. The aim of the new policy is to provide incentives to teachers with higher education degrees and encourage them to continue their education.

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Advance Increments for MA/MSc Qualified EST & PST

Advances for ESTs and PSTs with Master of Arts (MA) or Science (MSc) degrees are as follows:

• One time advance increment will be given to EST/PST who have obtained a Master’s degree in Arts (MA) or Science (MSc) with a minimum 2nd division.
• EST/PST will be given two times advance increment to those holding a Master’s degrees in Arts (MA) or Science (MSc) with at least first division.

Advance Increments for B.Ed Qualified EST & PST

The advance increments for EST and PST holders of Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degrees are as follows:

• One time advance increment will be given to EST/PST who holds a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree with at least 2nd Division.
• EST/PST will be given two times advance increment to those holding a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree with at least First Division.

Eligibility Criteria for Advance Increments

To be eligible for advance increases, EST and PST must meet the following criteria:

• Have completed the required educational qualification (MA/MSc or B.Ed) from a recognized university.
• Serve for at least two years in the current school.
• Should not be convicted of any crime or have any pending cases.

Benefits of the Advance Increments Policy

The new advance increment policy provides several benefits to EST and PST, including:

• Recognition and privileges of higher education degrees.
• Encouraging them to continue their education and improve their skills.
• Increase motivation and job satisfaction.
• Improved the quality of education in schools.

Official Punjab Government Notification

Conclusion

The new advance increment policy for EST and PST based on their academic merit is a step towards improving the quality of education in schools. This policy provides recognition and incentives for advanced academic degrees, encourages teachers to continue their education, and improves motivation and job satisfaction. Eligibility criteria for advance enhancements are clear and straightforward, making it easy for teachers to take advantage of this opportunity.