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Education
Bihar Education Dept. Bans Jeans and T‑Shirts for Teachers in 2026
✍️ Jagran Josh
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 01:46 PM
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The Bihar Education Department has announced a new dress code for teachers, banning jeans and T‑shirts and requiring formal attire for the upcoming academic year.
The Bihar Education Department has issued a directive that will take effect from the 2026 academic year, prohibiting teachers from wearing jeans and T‑shirts in schools. The new guidelines aim to promote a uniform and professional appearance among educators.
Under the updated dress code, teachers are required to wear formal attire such as shirts, blouses, and trousers or skirts. The department stated that the change is intended to enhance the learning environment and set a positive example for students.
The directive will be enforced across all government schools in the state, and schools are expected to inform teachers of the new requirements well before the start of classes. Failure to comply may result in administrative action.
Under the updated dress code, teachers are required to wear formal attire such as shirts, blouses, and trousers or skirts. The department stated that the change is intended to enhance the learning environment and set a positive example for students.
The directive will be enforced across all government schools in the state, and schools are expected to inform teachers of the new requirements well before the start of classes. Failure to comply may result in administrative action.