The Sindh Education and Literacy Department (SELD), Government of Sindh, has officially issued transfer orders for 4,600 teachers, including Primary School Teachers (PST) and Junior Elementary School Teachers (JEST).
According to the notification released today, these transfers have been carried out on STR (Student–Teacher Ratio) basis. The decision aims to ensure a balanced distribution of teachers across schools and to address staff shortages in overcrowded and under-resourced institutions.
Key Highlights of the Transfer Process
Total teachers transferred: 4,600
Designations involved: PST & JEST
Transfer policy:
STR-based adjustment
Issuing authority: Sindh Education and Literacy Department
Objective: Improved teaching balance and better learning outcomes
Purpose of STR-Based Transfers
The STR-based transfer policy focuses on aligning the number of teachers with student enrollment in schools. This step is expected to:
Reduce teacher surplus in low-enrollment schools
Provide adequate teaching staff to high-enrollment schools
Improve classroom management and education quality
Strengthen the public education system across Sindh
Implementation & Compliance
Transferred teachers have been directed to report to their new schools within the stipulated time as mentioned in their respective orders.
Education officials have emphasized strict compliance to ensure smooth implementation of the policy.
A Step Toward Educational Reform
January 05 2026 STR transfer list of Sindh Govt Teachers Male female
Download STR transfers list Pdf
This large-scale transfer reflects the Sindh Government’s ongoing efforts to reform the education sector, promote transparency, and ensure equitable access to quality education for all students.
Teachers and stakeholders are advised to stay connected with official SELD notifications for further updates.