Assam Government Distributes 5,690 Education Jobs, Total Appointments Cross 1.64 Lakh

The Assam government distributed appointment letters to 5,690 candidates in the education sector at a ceremony in Khanapara. With these new appointments, the total number of government jobs provided by the state has reached 1,64,359, surpassing the earlier promise of one lakh jobs.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the recruitment reflects the government’s commitment to employment and strengthening the education system. He also announced that the state plans to recruit another 65,000 teachers over the next five years to improve access to quality education.

The appointments include higher secondary teachers, upper primary teachers, assistant professors, and engineering college principals. The Chief Minister stated that the recruitment process was transparent and merit-based, adding that nearly 95,000 teachers have been recruited in the last five years.