Question : SHORTAGE OF TEACHERS IN KVS



(a) whether there is shortage of teachers of various subjects in Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) which is adversely affecting the studies of the students;

(b) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto;

(c) the number and location of such Kendriya Vidyalayas in the country, State-wise; and

(d) the corrective steps taken in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (DR. D. PURANDESWARI)

(a) to (b): As on 01.03.2012, out of 40,800 sanctioned posts, 5609 posts of teachers are lying vacant in Kendriya Vidyalayas all over the country. However, recruitment to fill up the vacant post of teachers is a continuous process. There is also a provision to appoint teachers on contractual basis against such vacancies.

(c): The state-wise details of vacant posts of teachers are annexed.

(d): The recruitment process for various posts of teachers in Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan is at an advanced stage of completion.