Punjab opens new e-transfer round for school teachers: full schedule and how to apply
Promoted teachers, those awaiting postings and staff in outsourced schools can apply on the SIS portal from October 15 to 19. Orders will be issued on October 27.
At a glance
- Online applications run from October 15 to 19, 2026, through the School Information System (SIS) portal.
- Eligible: promoted teachers, teachers awaiting postings and teachers serving in outsourced schools.
- Document verification takes place October 20–22, objections are resolved October 23–26, and orders are issued October 27.
- Teachers who give too few preferences can be posted to any available vacancy under the Punjab E-Transfer Policy 2024.
Punjab's School Education Department has opened a new e-transfer round for government school teachers. An official notification issued on October 15, 2026, sets out a 13-day timetable ending with transfer orders on October 27.
Who can apply
- Promoted teachers
- Teachers awaiting postings
- Teachers serving in outsourced schools
Schedule
| Step | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online applications | October 15–19, 2026 |
| Document verification | October 20–22, 2026 |
| Resolution of objections | October 23–26, 2026 |
| E-transfer orders issued | October 27, 2026 |
How to apply
- Log in to the School Information System (SIS) portal.
- Review the list of vacant positions.
- Select your preferred postings in order.
- Submit before the deadline and keep a record of your application.
Rules to know
District Education Authority CEOs have been told to make sure promoted teachers are correctly tagged on the SIS portal. Under the Punjab E-Transfer Policy 2024, if a promoted teacher or a teacher awaiting posting submits too few preferences, or none that are vacant, the department can assign them to any available vacancy. Choosing enough realistic options is therefore the best way to land a preferred school.
The department says the aim is to fill vacant posts quickly and fairly through a transparent online process.
Questions people are asking
When is the last date for the Punjab teachers e-transfer?
Online applications close on October 19, 2026. E-transfer orders are scheduled for October 27, 2026.
Where do teachers apply?
On the School Education Department's School Information System (SIS) portal, where applicants review vacancies and choose their preferred postings.
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