The recruitment process for teaching and non-teaching positions at Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has seen some significant updates. One of the major changes is that the eligibility criteria for both organizations have now been standardized, meaning candidates can now apply for both KVS and NVS vacancies simultaneously. This adjustment in rules has also led to an extension of the online application deadline, which has now been extended to December 11, 2025.
Key Changes in Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
According to the latest notification from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the eligibility for positions such as Assistant Commissioner, Principal, Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) in subjects like Hindi, English, and Commerce, Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) in subjects including Hindi, English, Math, Science, Social Science, Physical Education, and Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) has been made uniform across both KVS and NVS. This means that candidates can now apply for teaching and non-teaching roles in both organizations using the same eligibility criteria.
The notice further states that candidates who previously applied for only one of the organizations—KVS or NVS—will now be given an opportunity to submit their applications for the other organization as well. The last date for online applications has been extended to December 11, 2025. For detailed information, applicants are advised to visit the official websites of CBSE, KVS, and NVS.
Recruitment for Over 14,000 Vacancies
The KVS and NVS recruitment for teaching and non-teaching positions includes a total of 14,967 vacancies. Interested and eligible candidates can apply by visiting the official websites at www.CBSE.gov.in, kvsangathan.nic.in, or navodaya.gov.in and clicking on the available application link. The deadline for submitting applications is now December 11, 2025.
Exam Dates and Recruitment Process
The Tier-1 exams for the KVS and NVS recruitment will be held on January 10 and 11, 2026. These exams will be conducted together by CBSE for both organizations, which will help streamline the recruitment process.
Important Details about the KVS and NVS Recruitment
The total 14,967 vacancies are distributed between KVS and NVS as follows:
KVS Vacancies:
Principal: 134
Vice Principal: 58
Assistant Commissioner Group A: 08
PGT: 1465
TGT: 2794
Librarian: 147
PRT (Special Educator, Music, and General): 3365
Non-Teaching Positions (Administrative Officer, Finance Officer, Assistant Engineer, Assistant Section Officer, Junior Translator, Senior Secretariat Assistant, Steno Grade 1, Steno Grade 2): 1155
Total KVS Vacancies: 9126
NVS Vacancies:
Principal: 93
Assistant Commissioner (Academic) Group A: 09
PGT: 1513
PGT (Modern Indian Languages): 18
TGT: 2978
TGT (Third Language): 443
Non-Teaching Positions (Junior Secretariat Assistant, Lab Attendant, MTS for various cadres): 787
Total NVS Vacancies: 5841
Age Limit for Various Posts
Minimum Age: 18 years for all posts
Primary Teacher (PRT): Maximum 30 years
Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT): Maximum 35 years
Post Graduate Teacher (PGT): Maximum 40 years
Vice Principal: Between 35 to 45 years
Principal: Between 35 to 50 years
Assistant Commissioner: Maximum 50 years
Candidates from SC/ST categories are eligible for a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC candidates are given a 3-year relaxation.
Exam Pattern and Structure
The recruitment exam for KVS and NVS positions will follow a uniform pattern for most positions, except for MTS. The Tier-1 exam will be an objective-type test with multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each question will carry 3 marks, and there will be negative marking for incorrect answers, with a deduction of 1 mark for each wrong response.
The exam will be divided into different sections:
Part I: General Intelligence – 60 marks
Part II: Quantitative Aptitude – 60 marks
Part III: Basic Computer Literacy – 60 marks
Part IV: General Knowledge – 60 marks
Part V: Language Proficiency (English) – 30 marks
Part VI: Language Proficiency (Modern Indian Language) – 30 marks
The total marks for the exam will be 300. Candidates will need to select one of the following languages: Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Oriya, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, or Urdu. Once the language is chosen, it cannot be changed later.
Specific Exam Pattern for MTS
For the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) positions, the Tier-1 exam pattern will differ slightly:
Part I: General Awareness & Current Affairs – 60 marks
Part II: Basic Computer Knowledge – 120 marks
Part III: Language Proficiency (English) – 60 marks
Part IV: Language Proficiency (Modern Indian Language) – 60 marks
The total marks will be 300, with negative marking for wrong answers.
Selection Process and Tier-1 Exam Details
The Tier-1 exam for most teaching and non-teaching positions, except for MTS, will be a qualifying paper. After the Tier-1 exam, candidates will be required to appear for Tier-2, which will consist of both objective and descriptive questions. The Tier-2 exam will carry 100 marks and will be followed by an interview worth 100 marks.
The final merit list will be determined based on the weightage of Tier-2 marks (85%) and the interview marks (15%). Only 10 times the number of candidates for each category will be shortlisted for Tier-2 after the Tier-1 exam. Further shortlisting will be done after Tier-2, with 3 to 5 candidates selected per post.
The Tier-1 exams for KVS and NVS recruitment will be held on January 10 and 11, 2026.
Application Fee
Assistant Commissioner, Principal, Vice Principal: Rs. 2800 for General (UR), OBC, and EWS candidates
Senior/Junior Secretariat Assistant, Stenographer, JSA, Lab Attendant, MTS: Rs. 1700 for General (UR), OBC, and EWS candidates
PGT, TGT, PRT, and other positions: Rs. 2000 for General (UR), OBC, and EWS candidates
For SC, ST, and Divyang candidates: Rs. 500 for all positions
The application fee can be paid through debit card, credit card, net banking, or other online payment methods.
The KVS and NVS recruitment for 2025 offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for teaching and non-teaching positions in prestigious educational organizations. The standardization of eligibility criteria for both organizations allows for greater flexibility in the application process. With the extended deadline and detailed exam structure, applicants now have sufficient time to prepare for the upcoming recruitment exams scheduled for January 2026.
