KVS NVS Recruitment 2025: 14,967 Vacancies

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The KVS NVS Recruitment 2025 is here, opening doors to over 14,967 vacancies across Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas. If you’re dreaming of a stable career shaping young minds in prestigious central schools, this is your golden chance. From PGTs and TGTs to Principals and non-teaching roles, this notification covers it all.

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📊 Overview of KVS NVS Recruitment 2025

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Recruiting BodyCBSE on behalf of KVS & NVS
Notification TypeTeaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025
Total Vacancies14,967
Job Categories
  • Teaching (PGT/TGT/PRT)
  • Non-Teaching (Admin, Finance, Secretariat, Steno, JSA, etc.)
Application ModeOnline
Posting LocationKVS Schools / NVS Schools across India
Tier StructureTier-I, Tier-II, Skill Test / Interview

🎯 Total Vacancies in KVS NVS Recruitment 2025

The KVS NVS Vacancy 2025 offers one of the biggest recruitment drives of the year, covering both teaching and non-teaching posts across India. With thousands of openings in PGT, TGT, PRT, and multiple administrative roles.

CategoryKVSNVSTotal
Assistant Commissioner8917
Principal13493227
Vice-Principal58058
PGT (All Subjects)1,4651,5312,996
TGT (All Subjects)2,7943,4216,215
Librarian1470147
PRT (Primary Teachers)3,36503,365
Non-Teaching Posts1,1557871,942
Grand Total9,1265,84114,967

🔗 Essential Links for KVS NVS Recruitment 2025

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CBSE Official WebsiteCBSE Website
Apply Online Apply Here
Download NotificationDownload Here

💰 KVS NVS Salary Structure 2025

The KVS NVS recruitment salary structure is one of the biggest reasons why thousands of candidates apply every year. These posts fall under the 7th Central Pay Commission, offering a combination of strong base pay, career growth, job security, and government benefits. Whether you’re applying for PGT, TGT, PRT, Special Educator, Librarian, AE, Finance Officer, ASO, JSA or MTS, every position carries a clearly defined Pay Matrix Level that determines the starting salary, annual increments and long-term benefits.

Post CategoryPay LevelSalary Range (₹)
Assistant Commissioner (Academics) – NVSLevel-1278,800 – 2,09,200
Assistant Commissioner – KVSLevel-1278,800 – 2,09,200
Principal (KVS & NVS)Level-1278,800 – 2,09,200
Vice Principal (KVS)Level-1056,100 – 1,77,500
Post Graduate Teachers (PGT)Level-847,600 – 1,51,100
Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT)Level-744,900 – 1,42,400
PRT / PRT Music / PRT Special EducatorLevel-635,400 – 1,12,400
Administrative OfficerLevel-1056,100 – 1,77,500
Finance OfficerLevel-744,900 – 1,42,400
Assistant EngineerLevel-744,900 – 1,42,400
Assistant Section OfficerLevel-635,400 – 1,12,400
Junior TranslatorLevel-635,400 – 1,12,400
Senior Secretariat AssistantLevel-425,500 – 81,100
Stenographer Grade-ILevel-635,400 – 1,12,400
Stenographer Grade-IILevel-425,500 – 81,100
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)Level-219,900 – 63,200
Lab AttendantLevel-118,000 – 56,900
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)Level-118,000 – 56,900

🎖️ Additional Allowances

  • 10% Special Allowance for NVS staff (residential duty)

  • Except Assistant Commissioner (Academics)

  • HRA, DA, TA, LTC, Medical facilities under Central Govt. norms

  • 3% annual increment on basic pay

📜 Eligibility Criteria for KVS NVS Teaching & Non-Teaching Posts

The KVS NVS eligibility criteria 2025 define the minimum educational qualifications, age limits, experience requirements and professional certifications required for all teaching and non-teaching posts.


✔️ Educational Qualifications

  • Specific degrees required for each post (PGT, TGT, PRT, Special Educator, Librarian, AE, Finance Officer, ASO, JSA, MTS).

  • Minimum 50% marks required in most teaching posts.

  • All qualifications must be from recognized institutions.


✔️ Professional Certifications

  • CTET Paper-II: Mandatory for TGTs & some PGT posts.

  • CTET Paper-I: Mandatory for PRT & PRT Special Educator.

  • RCI Registration: Required for all Special Educator roles.

  • Typing Skills: Required for JSA & Stenographer posts.

  • Translation Diploma/Experience: Needed for Junior Translator.


✔️ Subject-Specific Requirements

  • TGT posts require relevant subjects studied for 3 years / 6 semesters.

  • PGT posts require a Master’s degree in the concerned subject.

  • Special subject rules apply for Maths, Science, Social Studies, MIL & Computer Science.


✔️ Experience Requirements

  • Leadership posts (Principal, VP, AC) require mandatory experience.

  • Non-teaching roles like AO, Finance Officer, AE require work experience in relevant fields.


✔️ Age Limits

  • PRT: Up to 30 years

  • TGT: Up to 35 years

  • PGT: Up to 40 years

  • Principal/AC: Up to 45–50 years

  • Non-teaching posts: 27–35 years depending on role

  • Age relaxation applicable as per Government norms.


✔️ Language & Computer Skills

  • Ability to teach in Hindi & English required for most teaching posts.

  • Working knowledge of computer applications preferred/mandatory in many posts.

📝 KVS NVS Selection Process 2025

The KVS NVS selection process 2025 varies by post but generally includes a written examination, skill-based tests (where applicable), and document verification. Each stage is designed to assess academic knowledge, teaching ability, technical skills, and suitability for central government school roles.


✔️ 1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)

  • Conducted for all teaching and non-teaching posts.

  • Objective-type questions covering subject knowledge, teaching aptitude, reasoning, language skills, and general awareness.

  • Post-specific CBT syllabus applies for PGT, TGT, PRT, AE, Finance Officer, ASO, JSA, and others.


✔️ 2. Interview (Post-Specific)

  • Applicable mainly for PGT, TGT, PRT, Principal, Vice Principal, Assistant Commissioner.

  • Assesses teaching ability, communication, classroom presence, and professional competence.


✔️ 3. Skill Test / Trade Test (Where Required)

  • Stenographers → Shorthand & typing test

  • JSA/SSA → Typing test

  • Translator → Translation skills

  • Work Experience Teacher / AE / Lab posts → Practical/skill-based testing

  • Music/Art Teachers → Practical demonstration


✔️ 4. Document Verification

  • Verification of educational certificates, CTET, RCI registration, caste certificates, experience proofs, and identity documents.

  • Only candidates who clear all stages are included in the final merit list.


✔️ 5. Final Merit List

  • Prepared based on CBT + Interview/Skill Test (weightage varies by post).

  • For posts without interviews, CBT score alone decides selection.

📝 KVS NVS Exam Pattern 2025 (Tier-1 & Tier-2)

The KVS NVS exam pattern 2025 is conducted in multiple stages depending on the post. The selection process includes Tier-1 (Preliminary Screening Test), Tier-2 (Subject Knowledge Test) and Skill Tests for applicable posts such as JSA and Stenographers. The pattern remains uniform across KVS and NVS with clear marking rules, bilingual question papers, and fixed qualifying criteria.


🔹 Tier-1 Exam Pattern (All Posts Except MTS – NVS)

Mode: OMR (Objective)
Duration: 2 hours
Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 300
Marking: +3 marks for correct, –1 mark for wrong (1/3rd negative)

Tier-1 Structure (All Posts Except MTS)

PartSectionQuestionsMarks
Part-IGeneral Reasoning2060
Part-IINumeric Ability2060
Part-IIIBasic Computer Literacy2060
Part-IVGeneral Knowledge2060
Part-VLanguage Competency (English)1030
Part-VILanguage Competency (MIL*)1030
Total100300

🔹 Tier-1 Exam Pattern for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS – NVS)

Mode: OMR (Objective)
Duration: 2 hours
Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 300

PartSectionQuestionsMarks
Part-IGeneral Awareness & Current Affairs2060
Part-IIBasic Computer Operations40120
Part-IIIEnglish Language2060
Part-IVModern Indian Language (MIL*)2060
Total100300

🌐 Medium of Examination (Tier-1)

  • Parts I–IV: Bilingual → English + chosen Modern Indian Language

  • English Language section → English only

  • Modern Indian Language (MIL) section → Only in the chosen language

  • Candidates must choose one MIL from:
    Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu

  • The selected language cannot be changed later.


📚 Tier-1 Difficulty Level

  • PGT / Principal / Vice-Principal / ACPost-Graduate level

  • TGT / AO / FO / AE / ASO / Translator / SSA / StenoGraduation level

  • PRT / JSA / Lab AttendantSenior Secondary level

  • MTSSecondary level


🔄 Combined Tier-1 (Important Rule)

Tier-1 may be conducted combined for multiple posts.
Candidates will still receive separate merit lists for each post they applied for.

Example:
If a candidate applies for PGT Hindi, TGT Hindi, and Hindi Translator
A single Tier-1 exam may be held, but three separate merit lists will be generated.


🎯 Tier-2 Exam Pattern (Subject Knowledge Test)

Mode: Pen-Paper + OMR (Hybrid)
Duration: 2.5 hours
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer (1/4th)

ComponentTypeQuestionsMarks
Subject Knowledge – ObjectiveMCQ6060
Subject Knowledge – DescriptiveWritten1040
Total70100

Tier-2 Medium

  • Bilingual: Hindi & English

  • For PGT (Modern Indian Language) & TGT (3rd Language) → Exam only in the concerned language


🔥 Shortlisting Rules

  • Tier-1 → Tier-2: Top 1:10 candidates

  • Tier-2 → Interview: Top 1:3 candidates

  • Tier-2 → Skill Test: Top 1:5 candidates

  • Candidates with equal marks at cutoff are also shortlisted.


⚠️ Negative Marking Rules

  • Tier-1: –1 mark for each wrong answer

  • Tier-2 (Objective): –0.25 marks for each wrong answer

  • Multiple marked responses → Treated as wrong


🧪 Skill Tests (Post-Specific)

Junior Secretariat Assistant (KVS)

Typing Test (Qualifying)

  • English → 35 wpm

  • Hindi → 30 wpm

Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)

  • MS Word

  • MS Excel

  • MS Access

  • MS PowerPoint

  • Internet

  • Total Marks: 100

  • Minimum Qualifying: 40%


Junior Secretariat Assistant (NVS)

  • Typing Test only

    • English → 30 wpm

    • Hindi → 25 wpm


Stenographer Grade-I & Grade-II

Shorthand Test

  • Dictation: 10 minutes @ 80 wpm

  • Transcription:

    • 50 minutes (English)

    • 65 minutes (Hindi)

Typing Speed

  • English → 40 wpm

  • Hindi → 35 wpm

⏰ Important Dates for KVS NVS Recruitment 2025

ActivityDate
Registration Start14 November 2025
Registration Close04 December 2025
Fee Deposit Start14 November 2025
Fee Deposit Close04 December 2025

🖥️ How to Apply Online for KVS NVS Recruitment 2025

The KVS NVS recruitment apply online process is completely digital and must be completed through the official application portal.

  1. Visit CBSE official website
  2. Click on “Recruitment → KVS/NVS 2025”
  3. Register with valid email & mobile
  4. Fill form → Upload photo, signature, certificates
  5. Pay fee → Submit → Take printout

💸 Application Fee for KVS NVS Recruitment 2025

The KVS NVS application fee 2025 must be paid online through the official portal using the authorised payment gateway. Each post has a fixed examination fee plus a processing fee, and the payment must be completed digitally.

✔️ Single Fee for Same Post (KVS + NVS)
Candidates applying for the same post in both KVS and NVS need to pay the examination fee only once.

✔️ Fee Exemption for Certain Categories
SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen are exempt from the examination fee, but the ₹500 processing fee applies to everyone.

PostExamination FeeProcessing Fee
Assistant Commissioner₹2300₹500
Principal₹2300₹500
Vice Principal₹2300₹500
PGT₹1500₹500
Assistant Engineer₹1500₹500
Finance Officer₹1500₹500
Administrative Officer₹1500₹500
TGT₹1500₹500
Librarian₹1500₹500
PRT₹1500₹500
Assistant Section Officer₹1500₹500
Junior Translator₹1500₹500
Senior Secretariat Assistant₹1200₹500
Stenographer Grade-II₹1200₹500
Stenographer Grade-I₹1200₹500
Junior Secretariat Assistant₹1200₹500
Lab Attendant₹1200₹500
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)₹1200₹500

📂 Documents Required for KVS NVS Application 2025

The KVS NVS documents required 2025 must be uploaded in the correct format during the online application.

  • canned photo & signature (JPG, <50KB)
  • Class 10th certificate (DOB proof)
  • Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
  • Educational certificates
  • CTET certificate (for TGT/PRT)

🌟 Final Word: Your Dream Govt Job Awaits!

The KVS NVS Recruitment 2025 isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to shape India’s future. With 14,967 vacancies, transparent selection, and nationwide postings, this is your shot at stability, respect, and growth. Best of luck, champions! May your preparation be strong, your exam be smooth, and your posting be perfect.

Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

🧠 How to Prepare for the KVS NVS Recruitment Exam

Preparing for the KVS NVS recruitment exam requires clarity, structure, and discipline—not endless hours of random study. This exam has two predictable layers: Tier-1 (screening) and Tier-2 (subject knowledge), and each phase demands a different mindset. The goal is simple: understand the pattern, prioritise what carries marks, and build momentum through consistent practice rather than overwhelming yourself with scattered material.

Below is a preparation approach shaped specifically around the syllabus, difficulty level, and scoring style of the KVS NVS 2025 exam.


🔍 1. Start With the Exam Structure to Avoid Wasting Time

Many aspirants jump straight into books without understanding how the exam is built.
Tier-1 has a heavy focus on reasoning, numerical ability, G.K, computer basics, English and MIL skills—and every question carries three marks. That means accuracy matters more than speed.

Tier-2, on the other hand, tests depth: subject knowledge, analytical thinking, and your ability to explain concepts clearly in both objective and descriptive formats.

When you understand this structure, your study plan becomes sharper and more purposeful.


📘 2. Build a Strong Base in High-Weightage Areas First

For Tier-1, concentrate on the sections that give you the highest returns:

  • General Reasoning → consistent scoring if practiced regularly

  • Basic Computer Literacy → straightforward, repetition-based

  • Language Competency (English + MIL) → the only secure scoring area for many aspirants

Avoid spending early weeks on low-return, memory-heavy topics. Master sections where you can confidently secure 60–70 marks quickly.


🧮 3. Use the 25-Day Rule for Reasoning & Numerical Ability

These two sections can make or break your Tier-1 score.
A steady 25-day cycle works best:

  • Days 1–10 → Learn foundations and solve beginner–level questions

  • Days 11–20 → Shift to moderate-level and time-bound practice

  • Days 21–25 → Solve mixed sets and strengthen weak areas

This structured rotation builds accuracy without burnout.


💻 4. Don’t Ignore Computer Literacy — It’s a Hidden High Scorer

Most candidates underestimate this section, yet it provides the easiest marks.
In Tier-1 (and especially for MTS), computer basics carry huge weightage.

Focus areas include:

  • File management

  • MS Office basics

  • Internet operations

  • Computer terminology

  • Input–output devices

Twenty minutes of daily revision is enough to secure more than half the marks from this section.


📚 5. Frame Your Tier-2 Preparation Around the Actual Classroom Role

Tier-2 is not just about theory—it checks whether you can apply knowledge.
For teaching posts, focus heavily on:

  • Concept clarity

  • Real-world classroom examples

  • How to teach a topic in simple words

  • Chapter-wise explanations

  • Practical scenarios

For non-teaching posts, Tier-2 requires job-specific mastery: administration, finance basics, document handling, translation, subject laws, procedural accuracy, etc.

Treat Tier-2 as a “job readiness test,” not just an academic exam.


📝 6. Practice Descriptive Answers Using Real Questions

Tier-2 includes a descriptive section worth 40 marks.
This is where many candidates lose final selection.

Use the PREP method for descriptive writing:

  • Point — Make your core argument clear immediately

  • Reason — Explain why the point matters

  • Example — Add a short classroom or practical example

  • Presentation — Keep the answer structured and readable

This method ensures you don’t overwrite or get stuck.


🧭 7. Use the “3–1–1 Formula” for Efficient Revision

Once your syllabus is covered, switch to this revision cycle:

  • 3 days → Full revision of high-weightage topics

  • 1 day → Revision of weak areas

  • 1 day → Mixed-topic practice under time limits

This rotation prevents forgetting while keeping you exam-ready at all times.


🔐 8. Create a Practical Last-Minute Strategy

For the final 14 days:

  • Avoid new topics

  • Solve one full-length mock daily

  • Revise your error notes

  • Focus on high-accuracy sections

  • Practice language sections (English + MIL) consistently

This last phase should build your confidence, not create confusion.


🧩 9. For JSA, Steno, Translator and Non-Teaching Posts—Skill Practice is Mandatory

These roles have practical tests like typing, shorthand, translation and CPT.
Practice them daily because no matter how high you score in Tier-1, failing skill tests will stop your selection.

Focus on:

  • Typing speed

  • Formatting accuracy

  • Active vocabulary

  • Practical MS Office skills

  • Real translation exercises

FAQs KVS NVS Recruitment 2025

1. What is the KVS NVS eligibility for teaching posts?

You need the required subject degree, professional teaching qualification (B.Ed./D.El.Ed.) and CTET, depending on whether you’re applying for PGT, TGT or PRT roles.

2. Is CTET compulsory for KVS NVS teacher recruitment?

Yes. CTET Paper-II is mandatory for PGT/TGT, while CTET Paper-I is essential for PRT candidates. Without CTET, teaching posts cannot be filled.

3. What is the KVS NVS salary structure for teachers?

PGT posts fall under Level-8, TGT under Level-7, and PRT under Level-6. All posts receive DA, HRA, TA and central benefits. NVS posts include an extra 10% residential allowance (except AC-Academics).

4. What is the KVS NVS selection process for 2025?

It includes Tier-1 (screening test), Tier-2 (subject exam) and Interview/Skill Test based on the post. Shortlisting is merit-based and category-wise.

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