Oman’s Ministry of Education, in coordination with the Ministry of Labour, has announced a new round of teaching vacancies, opening the door for graduates and aspiring educators to join the country’s school system. The move aims to strengthen the teaching workforce and support sustainable employment for Omani job seekers.This vacancy is open to candidates holding a university degree in Education or a general university degree supplemented by a Postgraduate Diploma in Education.Eligibility also applies to students expected to graduate in the 2025/2026 academic year, whether in first semester, second semester or summer semester.In addition, the Ministry of Education has reopened the doors for graduates from previous years who did not take the recruitment exam, as well as graduates who had previously taken the exam but did not meet the passing score.
Application process and timeline
Applications must be submitted electronically through the designated recruitment link on the Ministry of Education Education Portal.The application window will run from February 22, 2026 to March 12, 2026. Candidates must complete their submission within this period.Applicants must upload all necessary documents, including academic transcripts and identification documents. English language specialists must provide a recognized proficiency certificate such as IELTS or TOEFL, while French and German graduates must submit a DELF certificate where applicable.All applications will be scrutinized in detail against established admissions and selection criteria.
Graduates from outside Oman
The ministry noted that graduates from outside the Sultanate who were still on the waiting list in previous years must complete equivalency and certification of their academic qualifications. This step is necessary to ensure that the appointment process goes smoothly if they are nominated.
Support national employment goals
The announcement is in line with the directives of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq to monitor and advance programs that support sustainable employment of job seekers across various sectors.Through this recruitment initiative, the Ministry of Education aims to not only fill classroom vacancies but also integrate new talent into Oman’s public education system while providing structured opportunities for aspiring teachers.
