STI Merit List 2026: How to Check, Complain and Prepare for Interviews
The STI merit list 2026 for Punjab's School Teacher Interns went up on 23 October 2026 on the notice board of each school that advertised a post, not as one province-wide PDF. If you applied through the STI portal before the 18 October deadline, visit every school you applied to, check your position, lodge any complaint on 26–27 October, and get your documents ready for interviews on 29–30 October. The final merit list follows on 31 October and agreement letters are due on the portal on 2 November.
This guide explains what each stage means, how merit is worked out, what to take to the interview and how to avoid the fake "merit list" pages and agents that appear every year.
STI 2026 schedule at a glance
The School Education Department (SED) Punjab published this timeline with the October 2026 STI advertisement. Dates below match the schedule reported by several outlets; always confirm with the head of the school you applied to, because the school is where the list is displayed.
18 October 2026 (11:59 pm): online applications closed on the STI portal.
23 October 2026: initial merit list displayed on each school's notice board.
26–27 October 2026: complaints and objections heard by the tehsil-level committee.
29–30 October 2026: interviews of shortlisted candidates at the school.
31 October 2026 (10:00 am): final merit list displayed at the school and on the portal.
2 November 2026: letters of agreement issued through the STI portal.
3 November 2026 to 31 May 2027: internship period, as reported for this round.
Where and how to check the STI merit list
There is no single "STI merit list PDF" for the whole of Punjab. Each school prepares its own ranking for its own vacant intern slot, so:
Make a list of every school you applied to. Log in to the official STI portal (sti.pesrp.edu.pk) with your CNIC and password and note the names of the schools you applied to.
Visit each school's notice board. The initial list is posted at the school, not online. If you applied to several schools, you need to check each one separately.
Check your details, not just your rank. Confirm your name, CNIC, qualification, marks and the merit score shown against you.
Photograph the list. Keep a clear photo with the date visible. You will need it if you file a complaint.
Check the portal again on 31 October. The final list is shown both at the school and on the STI portal.
If a school has not displayed its list, speak to the school head first, then your Assistant Education Officer (AEO) or the tehsil education office. The SED helpline published on the portal is 042-111-11-2020.
How STI merit is calculated
Under the SED's STI policy, the school head ranks applicants out of 100, mainly on academic record. In simple terms:
Degree marks carry the most weight (up to 85 marks in total for academics, combining matric, intermediate and your bachelor's or master's/BS degree).
A B.Ed or M.Ed adds marks (up to 10), which is why professional teaching degrees are "preferred" in the advert.
The interview is worth only a few marks (5 under the policy), so your position on the initial list matters most.
Higher percentages earn full marks. Top marks for a degree generally need 90% or more in a semester system or 80% or more in an annual system, with marks falling as percentages drop.
The hiring committee is made up of the school head, an education officer and a parent member of the school council. Because the interview carries so few marks, an error in how your marks were entered can matter more than your interview performance, so check the initial list carefully.
How to lodge a complaint (26–27 October)
If your marks are wrong, your name is missing or someone ineligible is ranked above you, use the complaint window. Complaints are heard by the tehsil committee.
Write a short, dated application addressed to the tehsil complaint committee, giving your name, CNIC, the school name, and exactly what is wrong.
Attach copies of the documents that prove your point (for example, the mark sheet showing your correct percentage).
Attach the photo of the merit list you took on display day.
Submit it within 26–27 October and keep a receiving or reference you can show later.
Complaints made after the window are unlikely to be considered, because interviews start on 29 October.
Documents to take to the STI interview
Carry originals and two sets of attested photocopies of:
CNIC
Matric, intermediate and degree certificates, with detailed mark sheets or transcripts
B.Ed or M.Ed certificate and transcript, if you have one
Domicile and proof of permanent address in the tehsil (see how to get a domicile certificate)
Recent passport-size photographs
A printout of your STI portal application
Equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC if any qualification is from a foreign or non-standard board
No travelling or daily allowance (TA/DA) is paid for the interview. A short, tidy CV helps you answer "tell us about yourself" confidently; our CV format for jobs in Pakistan guide shows a simple layout.
Questions to prepare for
Why do you want to teach at this school and level?
How would you manage a large or mixed-ability class?
How would you explain a basic concept in your subject to a struggling pupil?
How will you keep pupils engaged without corporal punishment?
Are you able to reach the school on time every day?
STI stipend and eligibility recap
For readers checking whether the offer is worth it, these are the terms reported for the 2026 round:
Monthly stipend: Rs 38,000 (primary), Rs 40,000 (elementary) and Rs 45,000 (high and higher secondary). Confirm the exact figure in your letter of agreement.
Age: 21 to 45 years.
Qualification: at least BA/BSc for primary; BA/BSc, MA/MSc or BS (Hons) for elementary; MA/MSc or BS (Hons) in the relevant subject for high and higher secondary. B.Ed/M.Ed preferred.
Location: you apply to schools in the tehsil of your permanent address.
Nature of the post: a temporary internship, not a regular BPS post. It does not give a right to regularisation, but interns receive an experience certificate at the end.
After you are selected
Download your letter of agreement from the STI portal from 2 November and read every term before signing.
Join within the time given in the letter (the policy allows three working days).
Keep attendance records: wilful absence of more than seven days in a month can lead to termination.
Interns get limited casual leave (two days a month with permission) and cannot be transferred to another school.
Beware of fake merit lists and agents
Every STI round brings copycat websites with "STI" in their name, fake WhatsApp "merit list PDFs" and people promising selection for a fee. Remember:
The only official sources are your school's notice board, the official STI portal (sti.pesrp.edu.pk) and the School Education Department, Punjab.
There is no fee to be selected as an STI. Never pay anyone to "fix" your merit position.
Never share your STI portal password or CNIC copies with strangers or unofficial sites.
Frequently asked questions
When will the STI merit list 2026 be displayed?
The initial merit list was displayed on 23 October 2026 at each school, and the final merit list is due on 31 October 2026 at 10:00 am at the school and on the STI portal.
Is the STI merit list available online?
The initial list is on school notice boards. The final list is shown at the school and on the official STI portal.
How much is the STI stipend in 2026?
As reported for this round, Rs 38,000 for primary, Rs 40,000 for elementary and Rs 45,000 for high and higher secondary schools per month.
Is STI a permanent government job?
No. STI is a temporary internship that runs for the school year and does not lead to regularisation, although it gives classroom experience and a certificate.
Can I complain if my name is missing from the merit list?
Yes. Submit a written complaint with supporting documents to the tehsil committee on 26–27 October 2026.
Find teaching jobs and next steps
While you wait for the final list, keep other options open. Browse teacher jobs, see the latest jobs in Pakistan or jobs in Lahore, and check the latest PPSC advertisement for regular, permanent government posts.
Sources
School Education Department, Punjab – official STI portal: sti.pesrp.edu.pk
ProPakistani – STI jobs merit list and interview schedule 2026
Bloom Pakistan – Punjab announces School Teacher Intern jobs 2026
Pakera – Punjab School Teacher Internship 2026 (policy and merit criteria)
Updated 24 October 2026 by the Jobsiz Editorial Team. Dates are set by the School Education Department and may change; confirm with your school.
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