The Tamil Nadu Graduate Teachers Federation has called on the state government to hold the Special Teacher Eligibility Test promptly. The Supreme Court recently extended the deadline for in-service teachers to clear the test.
The Tamil Nadu Graduate Teachers Federation urged the state government to conduct the Special Teacher Eligibility Test without delay. The group said teacher vacancies must be filled when schools reopen to avoid affecting students.
The Supreme Court extended the deadline for in-service teachers to clear the test from August 31, 2027, to August 31, 2028. The state government has scheduled the exam for July 4.
General secretary P. Patrick Raymond called for quality training and guidelines through SCERT and DIET. He also urged legal measures to protect the job security of senior teachers.