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Patna, August 6, 2025 — Bihar government has taken a significant step to address concerns raised by many teachers over recent postings by launching a mutual transfer portal. Teachers can now apply for inter-school transfers through the E-Shiksha Kosh portal, starting today and continuing through September 10. Navbharat TimesThe Indian Express
Under this new facility, teachers can coordinate with colleagues in the same category and subject to mutually exchange postings. The process emphasizes consensual transfers to preferred locations and aims to minimize dissatisfaction among educators. The Times of IndiaThe Indian Express
Key features of the portal:
- Teachers form groups (2 to 10 members) by subject/category and submit a transfer request.
- Mobile numbers are verified via OTP for direct communication.
- Transfer orders are issued within three days of application.
- Teachers must report to their new post within seven days; failure by any individual cancels the entire group’s transfer. The Times of IndiaThe Indian Express
Moreover, the Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), S. Siddharth, has instructed district officials to resolve all transfer-related complaints by August 31, with final postings to be completed between September 1 and 30. The Times of India
In addition, CM Nitish Kumar announced that teachers facing inter-district transfer issues may now choose up to three preferred districts. Committees led by District Officers will oversee this process to ensure transparency and prioritize educators’ preferences. The Times of India
LokView’s Perspective:
This mutual transfer initiative via the e-Shiksha Kosh portal is a smart move toward transparent and teacher-centric administration. By empowering educators to choose their preferred postings and ensuring timely actions, the government fosters trust, efficiency, and balance in staffing across Bihar’s schools.
Success hinges on robust oversight at district levels and adherence to timelines—both critical to benefit students and teachers alike.
