About Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan Recruitment 2026
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan has officially announced a recruitment drive for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016. There are 6205 vacancies to be filled through this drive. The appointed candidates will be posted in All India. The official notification is available on kvsangathan.nic.in.
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal. the application window opens on 27/09/2016. It is recommended to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Key highlights — age limit: 18–30 years; application fee varies by category. Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Detailed information about the selection process, exam pattern, and syllabus is available in the sections below.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details — Total 6205 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher (PRT) | 4348 | Passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam with CTET Exam Passed and 2 Year Diploma in D.Ed or B.El.Ed Exam | — |
| Primary Teacher (PRT) Music | 151 | 10+2 Intermediate Exam and Bachelor Degree in Music | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) English | 69 | Master Degree in English with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Hindi | 62 | Master Degree in Hindi / Sanskrit with Hindi as a Subject in Degree Level with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Physics | 68 | Master Degree in Physics / Electronics / Applied Physics / Nuclear Physics with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Chemistry | 61 | Master Degree in Chemistry / Bio Chemistry with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Economics | 48 | Master Degree in Economics / Business Economics with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Commerce | 96 | Master Degree in Commerce with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Maths | 73 | Master Degree in Mathematics with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Biology | 66 | Master Degree in Botany / Zoology / Life Science or Equivalent with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) History | 38 | Master Degree in History with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Geography | 31 | Master Degree in Geography with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed | — |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Computer Science | 78 | BE / B.Tech in CS / IT OR Any Stream with PGDCA OR M.Sc. CS OR MCA OR B.SC Cs / BCA with Master Degree OR DOEACC B Level OR C Level Exam. At Least Minimum 50% Marks | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) English | 90 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks English as a Subject in All the Three Year and Passed CTET Paper II Exam | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Hindi | 116 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Hindi as a Subject in All the Three Year and Passed CTET Paper II Exam | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Social Studies | 160 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Any Two Following History, Geography, Economics, Political Science and Passed CTET Paper II Exam | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Sanskrit | 53 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Sanskrit as a Subject in All the Three Year and Passed CTET Paper II Exam | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Maths | 126 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Any Two Following Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Computer Science, Statistics and Passed CTET Paper II Exam | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Physical Education (P&HE) | 67 | Bachelor Degree in Physical Education | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Art Education (AE) | 120 | Five Year Diploma in Drawing and Painting / Graphic Arts or Equivalent Degree | — |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Work Education (WE) | 74 | Degree / 3 Year Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering | — |
| Principal | 90 | Master Degree with 45% Marks, B.Ed Passed and Principal / Vice Principal OR 15 Years TGT/PGT Experience | — |
📊 Category-wise Reservation
Important Dates
| Application Start | 27/09/2016 |
| Last Date Application | 20/10/2016 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 20/10/2016 |
| Last Date Offline Payment | 24/10/2016 |
| Correction Window | 21-25 October 2016 |
| Principal Prt Exam Date | 17/12/2016 |
| Principal Prt Music Exam Date | 17/12/2016 |
| Pgt Prt Exam Date | 07/01/2017 |
| Tgt Tgt Music Exam Date | 08/01/2017 |
✏️ Correction Window: 21-25 October 2016
Application Fee
| General | 1200 |
| OBC | 1200 |
| SC | 0 |
| ST | 0 |
| PH / / / PwD | 0 |
| 750 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 31/10/2016 |
| Relaxation (OBC) | 3 years |
| Relaxation (SC) | 5 years |
| Relaxation (ST) | 5 years |
| Relaxation (PWD) | 10 years |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Varies by post. Primary Teacher: 10+2 with CTET and Diploma in D.Ed/B.El.Ed. PGT: Master's degree with 50% marks and B.Ed. TGT: Bachelor's degree with 50% marks and CTET Paper II. Principal: Master's degree with 45% marks, B.Ed, and 15 years of TGT/PGT experience or Principal/Vice Principal experience.
Experience Required: Principal post requires 15 years of TGT/PGT experience or Principal/Vice Principal experience.
Language Requirement: Hindi and English proficiency required for teaching posts. Sanskrit knowledge required for PGT Hindi and TGT Sanskrit posts.
Selection Process
Written Exam
Interview
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan — https://kvsangathan.nic.in.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the important dates for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016?
Application Start: 27/09/2016
What is the minimum educational qualification for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016?
Varies by post. Primary Teacher: 10+2 with CTET and Diploma in D.Ed/B.El.Ed. PGT: Master's degree with 50% marks and B.Ed. TGT: Bachelor's degree with 50% marks and CTET Paper II. Principal: Master's degree with 45% marks, B.Ed, and 15 years of TGT/PGT experience or Principal/Vice Principal experience.
What is the age limit for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016?
Minimum Age: 18 years.
Maximum Age: 30 years.
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
What is the application fee for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016?
General: 1200
OBC: 1200
SC: 0
ST: 0
PwD: 0
Female: 750
What is the selection process for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016?
Written Exam
Interview
What is the last date to apply online for KVS TGT, PGT, PRT, Principal Recruitment 2016?
The last date to apply online is 20 October 2016.
What is the application fee for General category candidates for Principal post?
The application fee for General category candidates for Principal post is ₹1200.
Is there any age relaxation for SC category candidates?
Yes, SC category candidates get 5 years age relaxation as per the cutoff date of 31 October 2016.
What is the minimum qualification required for Primary Teacher (PRT) post?
Candidates need to have passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam with CTET Exam Passed and 2 Year Diploma in D.Ed or B.El.Ed Exam.
What is the exam date for PGT/ PRT posts?
The exam date for PGT/ PRT posts is 07 January 2017.
What is the exam date for TGT / TGT Music posts?
The exam date for TGT / TGT Music posts is 08 January 2017.
What is the selection process for these posts?
The selection process includes a Written Exam followed by an Interview.
Where can I download the admit card for the exam?
The admit card can be downloaded from the official website https://kvsangathan.nic.in/DownloadAdmitCard.pdf.
What is the qualification required for PGT English post?
Candidates need a Master Degree in English with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed.
Is the application fee refundable?
The notification does not mention any refund policy for the application fee.
What is the total number of vacancies for all posts combined?
The total number of vacancies for all posts combined is 6205.
What is the age limit for TGT posts as on 31 October 2016?
The maximum age limit for TGT posts is 35 years as on 31 October 2016.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include Passport size photograph, Signature, 10th and 12th Marksheets, Graduation and Post Graduation Marksheets, B.Ed Degree Certificate, CTET Certificate, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Disability Certificate (if applicable), Experience Certificate (for Principal post), No Objection Certificate (if applicable), and ID Proof.
What is the exam mode for KVS recruitment?
The exam mode for KVS recruitment is offline.
What is the cutoff date for age calculation?
The cutoff date for age calculation is 31 October 2016.