EMRS Recruitment 2025 Application Deadline Pushed to October 28th

In a major relief for thousands of aspirants, the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has officially announced the extension of the online application window for the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) Staff Selection Exam (ESSE)-2025. The original deadline has been extended by several days, granting candidates a final opportunity to submit their forms.

The new and final deadline for the EMRS Apply Online 2025 process is October 28, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM). The active online application link provides this crucial extra time for candidates to complete their registration for a significant number of teaching and non-teaching positions across EMRS nationwide.

Why the Extension?

While specific reasons often include high traffic volumes on the application portal or a request for more time from prospective candidates, the extension is a thoughtful move designed to accommodate applicants who may have faced last-minute technical difficulties or logistical challenges in compiling their documentation. This ensures that all eligible candidates have an equitable chance to participate in the recruitment drive.

Recruitment Highlights: Positions and Vacancies

This major recruitment initiative aims to fill a substantial number of posts in Eklavya Model Residential Schools, which are established to provide quality education to ST children in rural areas. The drive covers a total of 7,267 vacancies across various key roles.

Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official notification on the NESTS website for post-specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, experience requirements, and age limits.

Crucial Steps to Complete Your Application

With the deadline now set for October 28th, candidates must act quickly and meticulously. The online application link is accessible through the official NESTS website, nests.tribal.gov.in, or the designated examination services portal.

1. New Registration/Login: Candidates must first register with basic details to obtain a login ID and password.
2. Fill Application Form: Complete all personal, academic, and post-specific details accurately. Note that candidates can apply for more than one post, provided they meet the separate eligibility criteria for each, but they must fill out a separate application form and pay the requisite fee for each post.
3. Upload Documents: Carefully upload scanned copies of required documents, including the passport-size photograph, signature, mark sheets, degree certificates, and category/reservation certificates (if applicable). Ensure all documents adhere to the specified file size and format.
4. Fee Payment: Submit the application fee online through the payment gateway. The application fee structure varies based on the post and category, but the fee payment must also be completed by October 28, 2025.

The fee is generally higher for Principal, PGT/TGT, and Non-Teaching Staff posts for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, while female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt from the Application Fee but still need to pay a Processing Fee.

A confirmation page is generated only after successful fee payment, which is the final step in the submission process.

Mark Your Calendar: Exam Date Information

Alongside the application extension, the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE)-2025 dates have also been announced. The examinations are provisionally scheduled to be held on December 13th, 14th, and 21st, 2025. Aspirants should use this clarity on the exam schedule to intensify their preparation.

This five-day application extension is a final lifeline. Aspirants are urged not to wait for the last minute again, as the online application portal will permanently close at the end of October 28, 2025. Secure your chance to join the Eklavya Model Residential Schools system by completing your application today.