Latest Update — October 27, 2026
Today, October 27, 2026, is the last day of the grievance window. Candidates who found any mistake in their name, marks, qualification record or merit position in the initial STI merit lists must file their objection with the Tehsil-Level Committee today — the window closes after October 27 and will not reopen. The initial lists, displayed on October 23, 2026 on the notice boards of the schools candidates applied to, are not published online at this stage, so candidates should visit their school notice board and photograph the full list, with the school name visible, before filing any objection.
The next stages follow immediately: interviews of shortlisted candidates will be held on October 29 and 30, 2026 — candidates should carry their original documents and arrange their own travel, as no TA/DA is provided for the recruitment process. The final merit list will be displayed on October 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM on school notice boards and on the STI portal (sti.pesrp.edu.pk), agreement letters will be issued through the portal on November 2, 2026, and the internship period runs from November 3, 2026 to May 31, 2027.
Background: Initial Merit Lists (October 23, 2026)
The School Education Department Punjab has displayed the initial merit lists for School Teacher Interns (STI) recruitment 2026 today, October 23, 2026, on the notice boards of the schools where candidates applied. Online applications under advertisement IPL-10494 closed on October 18, 2026, and the selection process has now moved to the merit stage. Candidates should visit their respective school to check their name and merit position in the initial list.
Anyone who finds a mistake in their marks, qualification record or merit position can file a grievance with the Tehsil-Level Committee on October 26 and 27, 2026. Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be held on October 29 and 30, and the final merit list will be displayed on October 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM on school notice boards and on the STI portal, sti.pesrp.edu.pk.
Note: This article is about the School Education Department’s province-wide STI recruitment through the online portal. It is separate from the Special Education Department’s STI vacancies, which follow their own offline process.
Key Details
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Department | School Education Department, Government of Punjab |
| Post | School Teacher Interns (STIs) |
| Advertisement | IPL-10494 |
| Applications closed | October 18, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Initial merit list | Displayed October 23, 2026 — school notice boards |
| Grievances / objections | October 26–27, 2026 — Tehsil-Level Committee |
| Interviews | October 29–30, 2026 |
| Final merit list | October 31, 2026, 10:00 AM — notice boards + sti.pesrp.edu.pk |
| Letters of Agreement | November 2, 2026 — through the STI portal |
| Internship period | November 3, 2026 to May 31, 2027 |
| Age limit | 21 to 45 years |
| Helpline | 042 111 11 2020 |
Monthly Stipend by School Level
| School Level | Monthly Stipend | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | Rs 38,000 | BA / BSc |
| Elementary | Rs 40,000 | MA / MSc / BS / BA / BSc |
| High / Higher Secondary | Rs 45,000 | MA / MSc / BS Hons (relevant subject) |
Candidates holding a professional qualification such as B.Ed or M.Ed are given preference in the selection process.
How to Check Your Name in the Initial Merit List
- Visit your school: The initial merit list is displayed on the notice board of the school you applied to — it is not published online at this stage.
- Check your record carefully: Verify your name, CNIC, qualification marks and merit position, and note your merit number.
- File a grievance in time if needed: If anything is wrong, submit your objection to the Tehsil-Level Committee on October 26 or 27, 2026, with copies of your documents. Objections filed after these dates will not be entertained.
- Prepare for the interview: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on October 29 and 30, 2026. Keep your original CNIC, degrees, domicile and other documents ready.
- Watch for the final list: The final merit list will appear on October 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM on school notice boards and on sti.pesrp.edu.pk. Selected candidates will receive their Letters of Agreement through the portal on November 2, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I see the STI initial merit list 2026?
The initial merit list is displayed on the notice board of the school where you applied. At this stage it is not available online; the final merit list on October 31 will also be published on sti.pesrp.edu.pk.
What if my name is missing or my marks are wrong?
You can file a grievance with the Tehsil-Level Committee on October 26 and 27, 2026. Take your application record and attested documents with you.
When are the STI interviews?
Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be held on October 29 and 30, 2026.
When does the STI internship start?
Selected candidates will receive Letters of Agreement on November 2, 2026, and the internship runs from November 3, 2026 to May 31, 2027.
How much stipend do STIs get?
Rs 38,000 per month at primary level, Rs 40,000 at elementary level and Rs 45,000 at high and higher secondary level.