Punjab govt announces up to Rs65,000 per month stipend for teaching interns

LAHORE: The Punjab government has sanctioned a 4.217 billion stipend package for college intern teachers to support more than 8,000 interns in the province.

The project is intended to motivate young intermediate-level students and recent graduates to pursue practical experience as teachers in colleges.

Stipend Breakup by Education Level

• Intermediate-level interns will get an Rs55,000 monthly stipend for 7 months.
• Meanwhile, BS-level interns will receive Rs65,000 a month for 10 months.

At the end of the internship, all the participants will receive experience certificates, their professional qualifications and their employability improved.

Inclusivity and Reserved Seats

The program also focuses on inclusivity and reserves 404 seats for minorities, 243 seats for disabled people, and 40 seats for transgender people. These practices provide equal opportunities to all sections of society to join the teaching internship program.

Funding Distribution

Rs4.217 billion has been earmarked for paying stipends and other program operating expenses.

The payment of monthly stipends not only encourages interns to apply themselves to teaching but also reduces financial pressure, enabling them to concentrate on acquiring essential hands-on experience.

Such support ensures the development of skills, professional expertise, and inculcates long-term careers in teaching.