The Ministry of Education has released the 'Private Educational Institutions (School, College) MPO-Listed Teacher Transfer Policy 2026' to reduce the suffering of teachers and allow them to work closer to home. The revised policy, signed by Rehana Parvin, Secretary of the Secondary and Higher Education Division, was issued on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The ministry stated that the entire transfer process will now be conducted through automated software, eliminating the need for teachers to seek influence for transfers. The policy takes effect immediately upon issuance.

According to the new guidelines, teachers can initially apply for transfers within their home district. If no vacancy exists there, they may apply to any district within their division. A significant change under clause 3.8(g) allows teachers to transfer to the district of their spouse, a move described as a major relief for separated families. Teachers must complete at least two years in their current post before applying for a transfer, and another two years after joining a new post before reapplying.

Vacancy lists will be published online by the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education, and applications will only be accepted against those listed positions.