Calcutta High Court to Hear Challenge Against New School Service Commission Rules
In a critically important legal growth, a petition has been filed in the Calcutta High court challenging the new regulations introduced by the West Bengal School Service Commission for 2025. Justice Parthasarathi Chattopadhyay has granted permission for the case, which is set to be heard on June 5. The new rules, released just before the teacher recruitment examination, emphasize prior teaching experience and classroom management skills, raising concerns among aspiring educators.
The recently published gazette outlines several key changes: the written examination will now carry a weight of 60 marks, an increase from the previous 55. Additionally, educational qualifications will be awarded a maximum of 10 marks, up from 3. The interview component remains unchanged at 10 marks, while teaching experience and lecture demonstrations will also be evaluated with a maximum of 10 marks each. Notably,candidates up to 40 years of age as of January 1,2025,are eligible to apply,which adds another layer of complexity to the recruitment process.As the hearing approaches, many are watching closely to see how these changes will impact the future of teaching in West Bengal.
