Punjab Extends Deadline for School Teacher Interns (STI) Programme. The Punjab government has officially extended the deadline for submitting applications for the School Teacher Interns (STI) Programme, giving interested candidates more time to apply for teaching positions across the province.
According to the latest announcement, applicants can now submit their forms until November 24, 2025. This extension has been welcomed by thousands of aspiring teachers who were struggling to meet the earlier deadline.
Schedule for STI Programme 2025
The government has released a revised timeline to ensure fairness and transparency throughout the recruitment process.
New STI Programme Dates
- Application Deadline: November 24, 2025
- Display of Merit List: November 26, 2025 — 10:00 PM outside respective schools
- Interviews of Shortlisted Candidates: November 29, 2025
- Issuance of Appointment Orders: December 1, 2025
These dates apply to all districts participating in the STI recruitment cycle.
Strong Response from Candidates
Officials revealed that the programme has already received over 220,000 applications, highlighting the massive interest among young and educated individuals seeking teaching opportunities in government schools. The STI Programme continues to attract candidates due to:
- Opportunity to work in public schools
- Gaining teaching experience
- Skill development for future teaching careers
- Serving the education sector of Punjab
The large number of applications also reflects the shortage of job opportunities and the eagerness of qualified candidates to contribute to the education sector.
Purpose of the STI Programme
The School Teacher Interns Programme was launched to overcome teacher shortages and improve learning outcomes in government schools. Under the initiative, interns are appointed temporarily to fill vacant teaching posts until permanent recruitment is completed.
STIs receive:
- Monthly stipend
- Teaching experience
- Practical classroom exposure
- Opportunity to work closely with school administrations
Why the Deadline Was Extended?
The government extended the date due to:
- High number of applicants
- Technical issues faced by some candidates
- Requests from schools and district offices
- Ensuring equal opportunity for all eligible individuals
The extension aims to ensure a smooth and transparent selection process.
Conclusion
The extension of the STI Programme 2025 deadline offers a timely opportunity for aspiring teachers across Punjab. With updated dates and a strong applicant turnout, the government aims to complete the hiring process efficiently and place qualified interns in schools by December.
