EMRS 2026 — Complete Guide: Syllabus, Eligibility, Salary & Cut-off
Last Updated: 23 August 2026 · By SarkariPaper Editorial
EMRS 2026 Overview
EMRS (Eklavya Model Residential Schools) recruitment fills teaching and non-teaching posts in residential schools for tribal students across India, managed by NESTS under Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
EMRS 2026 is expected to notify approximately 10,391 vacancies for Principal, PGT, TGT, PET, and non-teaching staff. Selection is through written test and interview.
EMRS teachers receive Pay Level 6–10 with in-hand salary of ₹45,000–₹80,000/month plus residential accommodation, medical, and tribal area allowances.
EMRS 2026 Important Dates
| Notification Release | 1 June 2026 |
| Application Opens | 1 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | 20 November 2026 |
| Official Website | https://nest.gov.in |
EMRS Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
PGT: Post-graduation + B.Ed. TGT: Graduation + B.Ed. Principal: Master's + B.Ed + experience
Age Limit
21–45 years (as on 1st January 2026)
OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
EMRS Selection Process
Written Test — Subject + General Awareness
Interview (for Principal/Senior posts)
Document Verification
EMRS Exam Pattern 2026
Written Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Subject Knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| General English & Hindi | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 170 | 170 |
EMRS Syllabus 2026
Full Syllabus →General Intelligence / Reasoning
General Awareness
Quantitative Aptitude
English Language
Download the complete EMRS topic-wise syllabus PDF →Premium (₹199/yr)
EMRS Posts — Which is Best?
EMRS offers 1+ posts across different departments. Here's a comparison to help you decide your target post before filling the form.
| Post | Salary | Promotion |
|---|---|---|
Schools Teacher As per notification TOP PICK | ₹25,000 – ₹60,000 | medium |
EMRS Salary Structure
Salary varies based on post, city tier (X/Y/Z) for HRA, and DA rate. Figures above are indicative for 2026 DA rates.
EMRS Cut-off Marks
All Cut-offs →EMRS 2025 Tier 1 Cut-off
Cut-offs vary by post. Detailed post-wise cut-offs (2015–2026) available withSarkariPaper Premium →
EMRS Preparation Strategy
Phase 1: Foundation (Month 1–2)
- ›Study the official syllabus and notification carefully
- ›Solve previous year question papers topic-wise
- ›Read daily current affairs for GK section
- ›Build strong basics in Maths, Reasoning & English
Phase 2: Mock Tests (Month 3)
- ›Attempt full-length mocks under exam time limit
- ›Analyse weak areas from mock test results
- ›Revise formula sheets and short notes weekly
- ›Focus on speed, accuracy and time management