Overview
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) is hiring 2,499 talented educators and administrators for various teaching and non-teaching positions. This is a golden opportunity for graduates and postgraduates with B.Ed qualifications to build a rewarding career in one of India’s premier educational institutions. The recruitment process will be conducted through Limited Departmental Examination (LDE) / Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE).
🏢 Organization Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) |
| Official Website | www.kvsangathan.nic.in |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Link | Available on KVS Website |
📊 Total Vacancies: 2,499 Posts
| Position | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 157 |
| Vice-Principal | 125 |
| PGT (Physics) | 138 |
| PGT (Chemistry) | 128 |
| PGT (Economics) | 80 |
| PGT (Biology) | 74 |
| PGT (English) | 94 |
| PGT (Hindi) | 67 |
| PGT (Maths) | 49 |
| PGT (History) | 39 |
| PGT (Geography) | 38 |
| TGT (Maths) | 307 |
| TGT (English) | 258 |
| TGT (Social Studies) | 253 |
| TGT (Science) | 143 |
| TGT (Hindi) | 79 |
| Head Master | 124 |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant | 179 |
| Assistant Section Officer | 107 |
| Section Officer | 6 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | 49 |
| Finance Officer | 5 |
| TOTAL | 2,499 |
💼 Post Type
Teaching Posts: Principal, Vice-Principal, PGT (Various Subjects), TGT (Various Subjects), Head Master
Non-Teaching Posts: Finance Officer, Section Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Senior Secretariat Assistant, Junior Secretariat Assistant
🕐 Job Type
Permanent Government Position | Full-time | 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Salary Structure
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 12 December 2025 |
| Online Application Closes | 26 December 2025 |
| Last Date for CTET Submission | 01 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Verification | 09 January 2026 |
| LDCE Examination Date | 15 February 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 01 January 2026 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
For Teaching Posts (TGT & PGT):
- B.Ed Degree from NCTE recognized institution with minimum 50% marks
- Master Degree in relevant subject (50% marks) + B.Ed from NCTE recognized institution
- 4-Year Integrated B.Ed course from NCTE recognized institution (50% marks)
- 3-Year Integrated B.Ed-M.Ed from NCTE recognized institution (50% marks)
- CTET Qualification mandatory (Paper-II for TGT, Paper-I for Head Master positions)
For Principal Position:
- At least 3 years regular service in KVS as Vice-Principal or PGT
- Master’s Degree with B.Ed as per NCTE standards
For Vice-Principal Position:
- Minimum 5 years regular service in KVS as PGT/TGT/Trained Graduate Teacher
- Master’s Degree with minimum 65% marks in previous examination
- B.Ed from NCTE recognized institution
For Non-Teaching Posts:
- Finance Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent qualification with 1-4 years service experience
- Section Officer: 3 years service as Assistant Section Officer/Steno Grade-II/UDC
- Assistant Section Officer & Others: 3 years regular service in KVS
💰 Salary & Pay Structure
Salary as per 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix
The exact salary details depend on the position and level:
- Teaching Positions (PGT/TGT): Pay Level 10-13 as per 7th CPC
- Administrative Posts: Varies from Pay Level 2-8 depending on designation
- Additional Benefits: HRA (House Rent Allowance), DA (Dearness Allowance), and other applicable government allowances
Note: Specific monthly salary amounts are determined by posting location and individual pay scales under 7th CPC.
⏳ Age Limit (Cut-off: 01 January 2026)
- Age relaxation for SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- Age relaxation for OBC candidates: 3 years
- Age relaxation for PwBD candidates: As per government rules
- Upper age limit for internal candidates: Applicable as per KVS service rules
- Note: Age calculation based on 01.01.2026 cutoff date
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted through Limited Departmental Examination (LDE) / Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) in two tiers:
Tier-I: Written Examination
- Total Marks: 40 marks
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Format: Pen-Paper and OMR based
- Subject: Subject Knowledge
Tier-II: Personal Interview / Screening Test
- Total Marks: 60 marks
- Evaluation: Merit-based selection
Final Selection:
- Merit list prepared based on combined Tier-I and Tier-II performance
- Selection in ratio of 1:4 or 1:2 based on vacancies
- For some non-teaching posts, selection based on Tier-I marks only
Qualifying Marks:
- General/OBC/EWS: 35% in both Tier-I and Tier-II
- SC/ST/PwBD: 33% in both tiers
Examination Centers:
Tentatively located in Regional Offices of KVS across major cities
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.kvsangathan.nic.in
- Locate Recruitment Notification: Find the LDE/LDCE 2025 notification under the “Employment” section
- Check Eligibility: Verify you meet all educational and service requirements
- Register with Your Organization: Your Controlling Officer will create portal credentials and registration link
- Receive Login Credentials: Wait for email with Employee Code and credentials from CBSE Help Desk
- Fill Online Application: Use the link provided by your Controlling Officer to complete the application form
- Upload Required Documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph (colored)
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Service certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- CTET certificate (where applicable)
- Submit Application: Complete online submission before 26 December 2025
- Get Hard Copy Verified: Print the application and submit to your Controlling Officer for verification by 09 January 2026
- Keep Safe: Retain signed hard copy for future reference and retain application number for correspondence
Important: No changes allowed after final submission. Apply with extreme care.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Before applying, keep these documents ready:
✓ Photo ID proof (Aadhar/PAN/Driving License) ✓ Recent colored passport-size photograph (4×6 cm) ✓ Educational certificates (Graduation and Masters degree) ✓ B.Ed certificate from NCTE recognized institution ✓ Service certificates (current and previous employment) ✓ CTET certificate (mandatory for teaching posts) ✓ Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC candidates) ✓ PwBD certificate (if applicable) ✓ Aadhar card or proof of identity ✓ Proof of APAR grading (for in-service candidates)
📘 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.kvsangathan.nic.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
🔑 Quick Facts to Remember
- CTET is mandatory for all teaching positions – submit proof by 01 January 2026
- Only one post can be applied for even if eligible for multiple
- No changes allowed after final submission – be extra careful
- Merit list will be published on KVS website and regional office websites
- Examination at KVS Regional Office centers – exact location to be confirmed
- Disabled candidates: 20 additional minutes per hour + can bring own scribe
- 5% relaxation in qualifying marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the application fee? A: Fee details are not mentioned in the official notification. Check the website while applying or contact your Controlling Officer.
Q: Can I apply for more than one post? A: No, candidates can apply for only one post even if eligible for multiple.
Q: Is CTET compulsory? A: Yes, CTET qualification (Paper-II for TGT, Paper-I for Head Master) is mandatory for teaching posts.
Q: When will the exam be held? A: The LDCE examination is scheduled for 15 February 2026 at KVS Regional Office centers.
Q: How will selection happen? A: Through two-tier examination – Written Test (40 marks) + Personal Interview (60 marks). Merit list based on combined performance.
Q: Is there age limit relaxation? A: Yes, SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC gets 3 years relaxation, and PwBD as per government rules.
Last Updated: 12 December 2025 | Good Luck! 🌟
