Bastar ITI Darbha Guest Lecturer (COPA) Recruitment 2026

Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Darbha, District Bastar, Chhattisgarh

The Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Darbha, District Bastar, Chhattisgarh, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Guest Lecturers in the trade of Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) on a contractual basis. The recruitment aims to fill 4 vacant positions of Guest Lecturers for the academic session 2026-27. The ITI Darbha operates under the administrative control of the Directorate of Technical Education, Department of Skill Development and Technical Education, Government of Chhattisgarh, and is affiliated to the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT), New Delhi. The institute offers vocational training programs as per the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) and is committed to producing skilled manpower for the IT and computer services sector.

About ITI Darbha and COPA Trade

Government ITI Darbha is located in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, a region known for its tribal population and developmental challenges. The institute plays a crucial role in providing skill development and vocational training to the youth of Bastar division, enabling them to become self-reliant and employable. The COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant) trade is one of the most popular and in-demand courses at the institute. COPA trains students in computer basics, operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, internet usage, database management, and basic programming. The demand for qualified COPA instructors has increased significantly due to the growing emphasis on digital literacy and IT skills in rural and tribal areas.

Vacancy Details

Note: The engagement is purely contractual and temporary for the academic session 2026-27. No right for regular appointment or continuation is conferred. Reservation policy of Government of Chhattisgarh applies as per rules.

Eligibility Criteria

Pay Scale & Remuneration

Application Fee

Note: There is no application fee for submission. However, selected candidates must execute a notarized affidavit on ₹50 stamp paper at the time of joining the position.

Age Limit

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Step 1: Download the official notification and application form from the Bastar district website at https://bastar.gov.in or collect from the ITI Darbha office.
2. Step 2: Fill the application form completely using blue or black ink pen in block letters.
3. Step 3: Attach self-attested photocopies of: HS/11th Mark Sheet and Certificate, NCVT/NAC/NITTTC/DOEACC/BCA/PGDCA/Degree/Diploma certificates, Domicile Certificate of Chhattisgarh, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar Card/Voter ID, and 2 recent passport-size photographs.
4. Step 4: Send via Speed Post / Registered Post / In-person to:
   
   To,
   The Principal,
   Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Darbha,
   District Bastar, Chhattisgarh – PIN: 494445
5. Step 5: Application must reach by 22 August 2026, 5:00 PM. Write "Application for the Post of Guest Lecturer – COPA" on the envelope.

Selection Process

Note: This recruitment is subject to the outcome of High Court case WPS 4836/2020 pending before the Chhattisgarh High Court. In case of a tie, the candidate with higher age will be placed higher. If age is also the same, the candidate whose application was received earlier will be given preference.

Terms and Conditions

• The engagement is purely contractual and temporary for the academic session 2026-27.
• No claim for regular appointment or permanency will be entertained.
• The guest lecturer shall not be entitled to pension, provident fund, medical allowance, or leave encashment.
• Services can be terminated at any time by the competent authority without reason.
• Candidates must produce all original documents at the time of joining for verification.
• Any false or misleading information leads to immediate disqualification.
• The decision of the Selection Committee is final and binding.
• Candidates must possess a valid Chhattisgarh domicile certificate.
• Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the selection process.
• The recruitment is subject to High Court case WPS 4836/2020.

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