Rajasthan Extends Contracts of Vocational Trainers, Over 2,100 Government Schools to Continue Classes Without Disruption

In a major relief for thousands of contractual vocational trainers across Rajasthan, the Rajasthan Council of School Education (RCScE) has extended the existing contracts under two major vocational education tenders, ensuring that trainers continue their services until the ongoing tender process is completed.

The decision comes after concerns were raised over the expiry of existing contracts while fresh tenders were still under evaluation, creating uncertainty for thousands of trainers working in government schools across the state.

Existing Agreements Extended Until Tender Process Concludes

The Rajasthan Council of School Education issued separate orders extending the contracts under:

• Tender No. 03/2022-23
• Tender No. 21/2022-23

According to the official notification signed by State Project Director and Commissioner Dr. Rashmi Sharma, the existing agreements will remain valid for 20 days or until the tender process is completed, whichever is earlier.

During the extension period, all existing terms and conditions of the contracts will continue without any changes.

Over 2,100 Government Schools to Benefit

The extension covers vocational education programmes running in more than 2,100 government schools across Rajasthan.

The two tenders include:

• Tender No. 03/2022-23 (NIB Code: RSE2223A0247): Covers 1,520 government schools
• Tender No. 21/2022-23 (NIB Code: RSE2223A1369): Covers 586 government schools under an Online Open Competitive Bid (OCB)

The move ensures that vocational education classes continue without interruption while the state finalises the appointment of new Vocational Training Providers (VTPs).

Who Will Benefit?

The extension applies to:

• Vocational Trainers
• Skill Knowledge Facilitators (SKFs)
• Vocational Coordinators

All personnel engaged through empanelled Vocational Training Providers (VTPs) under the existing contracts will continue working during the extension period.

District education authorities and schools have also been directed to inform the concerned trainers about the government's decision.

Why the Extension Matters

The temporary extension prevents an immediate disruption in Rajasthan's vocational education programme, which operates under Samagra Shiksha and the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF).

Without the extension, thousands of trainers faced uncertainty over their employment, while students in government schools risked losing access to vocational education classes.

The decision provides temporary job security for trainers and ensures that students continue receiving skill-based education without interruption.

What Happens Next?

While the extension offers immediate relief, it remains a temporary arrangement.

The future engagement of vocational trainers will depend on the completion of the ongoing tender process and the appointment of new implementing agencies.

Once the fresh tenders are finalised, the Rajasthan government is expected to announce the next phase of vocational education implementation across the state.

FAQs

Why did Rajasthan extend vocational trainers' contracts?

The contracts were extended to prevent disruption in vocational education while the state government completes the ongoing tender process for new service providers.

How long will the contract extension remain valid?

The extension will remain in effect for 20 days or until the tender process is completed, whichever comes first.

How many schools are covered under the extension?

The decision covers vocational education programmes in more than 2,100 government schools across Rajasthan.

Which employees are covered by the extension?

The extension applies to Vocational Trainers, Skill Knowledge Facilitators (SKFs), and Vocational Coordinators working through existing Vocational Training Providers.