The Calcutta High Court is scheduled to commence hearings on May 7, 2025, regarding appeals challenging the termination of approximately 32,000 primary school teachers in West Bengal. These teachers were recruited in 2016 based on the 2014 Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) results. A single bench had previously invalidated their appointments in May 2023, citing irregularities in the recruitment process, including the hiring of untrained candidates without proper interviews or aptitude assessments .​

The upcoming hearings will be conducted by a division bench comprising Justices Tapabrata Chakraborty and Reetobroto Kumar Mitra. The court has directed all involved parties, including the West Bengal Board of Primary Education, to submit relevant documents by May 7 . Given the substantial number of petitioners, the bench has suggested that a single lawyer represent all affected teachers to streamline the proceedings .​

This case is pivotal, as it will determine the future of thousands of educators and could significantly impact the state’s education system. The court’s decision will address the balance between rectifying alleged recruitment irregularities and maintaining educational continuity in West Bengal.

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