The DPE Primary Exam Date for 1st phase has now been confirmed. The Directorate of Primary Education (DPE) will organize the first phase written exam on Friday, January 2, 2026. This is an important update for thousands of candidates who applied earlier and have been waiting for the final schedule.
The information was shared on Wednesday (December 10) by Mahbubur Rahman Tuhin, the Public Relations Officer of the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education. He confirmed the date through a Facebook post. After the announcement, many applicants expressed relief because they can now continue their preparation with a clear timeline.
Earlier, on November 5, the Ministry published the circular for the first phase. The notice listed the divisions that will take part in the early phase of the exam. Those candidates will now sit for the written exam at the very beginning of the new year.
Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025 (1st Phase)
The recruitment circular mentions that the first phase includes applicants from the following divisions:
- Rajshahi Division
- Khulna Division
- Barishal Division
- Sylhet Division
- Mymensingh Division
- Rangpur Division
The Ministry has also released the circular for the second phase, which will cover Dhaka and Chattogram Divisions. These two divisions have 4,166 vacant posts. Their exam will be held later, but the first-phase applicants will face the written test on January 2.
This recruitment is one of the largest teacher hiring processes in the country. Every year, a huge number of candidates apply because the job offers stability, respect, and a chance to serve the nation by teaching young students.
DPE Primary Exam 2026 (1st Phase) Overview
- Authority: Directorate of Primary Education (DPE)
- Post Name: Assistant Teacher
- Total Posts in 2nd Phase: 4,166
- Included Divisions (1st Phase): Rajshahi, Khulna, Barishal, Sylhet, Mymensingh, Rangpur
- Exam Type: Written (MCQ Type)
- Exam Date: January 2, 2026
DPE Assistant Teacher Exam 2026
The Ministry of Primary and Mass Education has almost completed all arrangements for the first-phase exam. The written test will follow the common MCQ format. The subjects usually include Bangla, English, Mathematics, and General Knowledge. The difficulty level remains moderate, but competition is always very high due to the huge number of applicants.
A relevant source from the Ministry said that all exam centers across the listed divisions are preparing to conduct the exam smoothly. They are focusing on a safe and fair exam environment so that candidates can participate without any trouble.
Seat plans, exam centers, and detailed instructions will be published soon on the official website. Candidates should check updates regularly to avoid missing important information.
How to Download the DPE Admit Card
The DPE always publishes the admit card online. Once the admit cards are released, candidates will follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website at dpe.gov.bd or the designated admit card portal.
Step 2: Click on the “Admit Card” option from the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your User ID and Password that you received during the online application process.
Step 4: Click on the “Submit” button.
Step 5: Download and print your admit card.
The admit card is very important. Without it, no candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall. The admit card will also show the exam venue, seat plan, and all necessary instructions.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Reach the exam center early to avoid last-minute problems.
- Bring your printed admit card and a valid ID card.
- Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, or smartwatches.
- Read every instruction on the admit card carefully.
- Follow the official website for any new notice.