The scheme, introduced by the Maharashtra Government through various Government Resolutions (GRs), is a mandatory three-year probationary period for newly appointed teachers in primary and secondary schools across the state. During this period, candidates are paid a fixed monthly honorarium rather than a full salary scale. Key Provisions & GR Updates
| Feature | Old System (Shikshan Sevak) | New System (Based on Recent GRs) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Shikshan Sevak (Trainee) | Probationary Teacher | | Pay Scale | Lower/Stipend during probation | Full Pay Scale from Day 1 | | Appointment Authority | Local Self-Government (ZP/Municipal) | Centralized via Pavitra Portal | | Probation Period | 3 Years | 2 Years (Standard Govt Probation) | | Eligibility | TET not always mandatory at appointment | TET Mandatory for appointment | maharashtra government gr for shikshan sevak
For schools with 10 or fewer students, D.Ed/B.Ed holders may be appointed on a purely contractual basis as per a February 2025 update. Government of Maharashtra Education Portal - SARAL The scheme, introduced by the Maharashtra Government through