Hey learners,
The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) have officially released the Tier-1 provisional answer keys and scanned OMR answer sheets for the recruitment of various teaching and non-teaching posts. Candidates who appeared in the examination can now download their OMR sheets and answer keys online and submit objections, if required.
This recruitment process is conducted under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and the examination was held in January 2026.
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| KVS NVS Tier-1 Recruitment Drive 2025 Admit Card | Download Now |
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| KVS & NVS Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 Notification | Read Notification |
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| KVS & NVS Recruitment 2025 - Important Dates | KVS & NVS Recruitment 2025 – Application Fees |
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| Notification Release Date: 13 November 2025 Online Application Start Date: 14 November 2025 Last Date to Apply Online: 04 December 2025 (Extended 11/12/2025) Last Date for Fee Payment: 04 December 2025 Exam Date: 10th and 11th Jan 2026 Answer key Released: 31st January 2026 *All Information Subject to Verification |
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KVS & NVS Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Overview
The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) have announced a massive recruitment drive for 14,967 posts under the Teaching and Non-Teaching categories.
KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) – 9,126 Posts
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Commissioner | 08 |
| Principal | 134 |
| Vice-Principal | 58 |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | 1,465 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | 2,794 |
| Librarian | 147 |
| Primary Teachers (PRT) | 3,365 |
| Non-Teaching Posts | 1,155 |
NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti) – 5,841 Posts
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Principal | 93 |
| Assistant Commissioner | 09 |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | 1,513 |
| PGT (Modern Indian Language) | 18 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | 2,978 |
| TGT (3rd Language) | 443 |
| Non-Teaching Posts | 787 |
KVS & NVS Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
Minimum age for all posts: 18 years.Maximum age varies by post:
- For posts like Principal: Up to 50 years.
- For other posts (like PGT, TGT, PRT): Typically up to 40 years, 35 years, or as specified.
The “cut-off date” for calculating age and eligibility is the last date of submission of online application.
KVS & NVS Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria (Educational & Experience)
Below are selected post-wise eligibility highlights. You must check the detailed notification for full requirements.
| Post | Key Qualifications / Experience |
|---|---|
| Principal (KVS/NVS) | Master’s degree (50% marks) in relevant subject; B.Ed or integrated B.Ed-M.Ed (50%); For NVS: 3 years as Vice-Principal (Level-10) or 12 yrs as PGT/Lecturer (Level-8). |
| Assistant Commissioner (Academics) in NVS | Master’s degree (50%); B.Ed; 3 yrs as Principal (Level-12). Upper age limit 45 years. |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | Master’s degree in concerned subject (50% marks) OR integrated PG with B.Ed component; B.Ed (50%) or equivalent. Proficiency in Hindi & English. Upper age limit ~40 years. |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% in relevant subject(s) + B.Ed or 4-year integrated B.Ed degree; Proficiency in Hindi & English. Upper age limit ~35 years (for many posts). |
| Non-Teaching Posts (e.g., Junior Secretariat Assistant, Lab Attendant, Multi-Tasking Staff) | Varies widely: e.g., JSA – Graduate + 3 yrs service; Lab Attendant – 10th/12th class with diploma; MTS – 10th pass. Upper age limit ~30 years for many such posts. |
- Meeting the age and educational criteria does not guarantee appointment — final eligibility verification will be done by KVS/NVS.
- The age limits given above are maximum limits for the general category; reserved categories get relaxation as per rules.
- The detailed notification contains desirable qualifications, language proficiency (Hindi & English), computer knowledge, experience in residential schools (for NVS), and other conditions.
- For all posts, only Indian nationals are eligible.
How to Download KVS NVS Tier-1 Answer Key & OMR Sheet
Candidates can follow the steps below to check their response sheet and provisional answer key:
- Visit the official CBSE examination portal
- Click on the KVS/NVS Answer Key & OMR Sheet link
- Log in using your Roll Number and Date of Birth
- Download the scanned OMR answer sheet
- Check the provisional answer keys carefully
How to Raise Objection Against KVS NVS Answer Key 2026
If a candidate is not satisfied with any answer in the provisional key, they can challenge it by following these steps:
- Log in through the same official link
- Select the question(s) you want to challenge
- Upload supporting proof or justification
- Pay ₹1000 per question as processing fee
- Submit the objection before the deadline
Keep in Mind:
- Only online objections will be accepted
- Objections sent via email, letter, or offline mode will be rejected
- The fee is non-refundable unless the objection is accepted