The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, has issued an official notification for the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025. The recruitment drive aims to fill 1620 Non-Teaching posts across India under the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE)-2025.
This recruitment offers positions like Hostel Warden (Male/Female), Female Staff Nurse, Accountant, Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Lab Attendant. Eligible candidates with qualifications from 10th to Graduation can apply online through the EMRS portal before 23rd October 2025 (11:50 PM).
Overview – EMRS Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 Feature Details Organisation National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) Exam Name EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 Post Name Non-Teaching Staff (Various Posts) Total Vacancies 1620 Application Mode Online Notification Date 6th October 2025 Last Date to Apply 23rd October 2025 (till 23:50 Hours) Job Location Across India (All EMRS Schools) Selection Process Tier-I, Tier-II, Skill Test (for JSA) Official Website examinationservices.nic.in
EMRS Non-Teaching Vacancy 2025 – Post-wise Details Post Name Total Vacancies Hostel Warden (Male) 346 Hostel Warden (Female) 289 Female Staff Nurse 550 Accountant 61 Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) 228 Lab Attendant 146 Total 1620
Age Limit (as on 23 October 2025) Post Name Age Limit Hostel Warden (Male/Female) Up to 35 years Female Staff Nurse Up to 35 years Accountant Up to 30 years Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Up to 30 years Lab Attendant Up to 30 years
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years OBC: 3 years PwBD: 10 years Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules Existing EMRS Employees: Up to 55 years Educational Qualification Post Name Educational Qualification Hostel Warden (Male/Female) Four-year integrated degree from NCTE-recognized institute OR Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. Female Staff Nurse B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing + Registered Nurse or Midwife + 2.5 years experience in a 50+ bedded hospital. Accountant Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) from a recognized university. Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) 12th (Senior Secondary) + Typing speed of 35 wpm (English) or 30 wpm (Hindi). Lab Attendant 10th Pass + Certificate/Diploma in Lab Techniques OR 12th with Science stream.
Selection Process The EMRS Non-Teaching Recruitment will be held in multiple stages:
Tier-I: Preliminary Exam (Objective Type – Qualifying)Tier-II: Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive)Tier-III (for JSA): Typing Skill Test (Qualifying)Document Verification: For shortlisted candidatesApplication Fee Category Application Fee Processing Fee Total Payable General / OBC / EWS ₹1000 ₹500 ₹1500 SC / ST / PwBD / Female Nil ₹500 ₹500
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Important Dates Event Date Notification Release 6th October 2025 Online Application Start To be notified Last Date to Apply Online 23rd October 2025 (up to 23:50 hrs)
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Process Visit the official EMRS recruitment portal: examinationservices.nic.in Click on the “Apply Online” link for EMRS Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 . Fill Part A (Basic details) and Part B (Post-specific details). Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, certificates). Pay the application and processing fee (if applicable). Submit the form and take a printout for future reference. Note:
Separate applications must be submitted for multiple posts. Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and authentic. Important Links 
