About Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti Recruitment 2026
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti has officially announced the recruitment process for TGT, PGT, Principal and Other Posts Recruitment 2016. A total of 2072 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Selected candidates will be posted across Across India.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details â Total 2072 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Commissioner | 2 | Master Degree in Humanities/Science/Commerce with at Least 5 Years Minimum Experience. | â |
| Principal | 40 | Master Degree with 50% Marks and B.Ed. Degree with Presently Working in Intermediate College or Vice Principal or 12 Year Experience. | â |
| PGT Biology | 77 | Master Degree in Botany / Zoology / Life Science / Bio Science or Equivalent with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Chemistry | 90 | Master Degree in Chemistry / Bio Chemistry with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Commerce | 52 | Master Degree in Commerce with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Economics | 112 | Master Degree in Economics with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT English | 76 | Master Degree in English with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Geography | 56 | Master Degree in Geography with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Hindi | 78 | Master Degree in Hindi with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT History | 70 | Master Degree in History with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Mathematics | 117 | Master Degree in Mathematics with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Physics | 102 | Master Degree in Physics / Applied Physics / Electronics Physics with 50% Marks. | â |
| PGT Information Technology | 50 | BE / B.Tech with Computer Science / IT / M.Sc. Computer Science / MCA / B.Sc Computer Science with 50% Marks. | â |
| TGT English | 159 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks English as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Hindi | 132 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Hindi as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Math | 229 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Maths / Physics, Chemistry as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Science | 72 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Botany / Zoology / Chemistry as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Social Studies | 68 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks History with Geography / Economics / Pol. Science OR Geography with History / Econ. / Pol. Science And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Assamese | 40 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Assamese as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Bengali | 61 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Bengali as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Bodo | 7 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Bodo as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Garo | 7 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Garo as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Gujrati | 16 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Gujrati as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Kannada | 8 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Kannada as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Khasi | 5 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Khasi as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Malayalam | 5 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Malayalam as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Marathi | 9 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Marathi as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Mizo | 5 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Mizo as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Nepali | 5 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Nepali as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Oriya | 20 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Oriya as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Punjabi | 15 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Punjabi as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Tamil | 1 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Tamil as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Telugu | 4 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Telugu as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| TGT Urdu | 27 | Bachelor Degree with 50% Marks Urdu as a Elective Subject. And B.Ed & TET Passed. | â |
| Music Teacher | 41 | Bachelor Degree with Music. For more details see full notification. | â |
| Art Teacher | 50 | PG Degree in Drawing / Painting or Equivalent. For more details see full notification. | â |
| PET Male | 28 | Bachelor Degree in Physical Education. | â |
| PET Female | 91 | Bachelor Degree in Physical Education. | â |
| Librarian | 45 | Bachelor Degree with 1 Year Diploma in Librarian Science. | â |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 10/09/2016 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16/10/2016 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 09/10/2016 |
| Last Date For Correction | 24/10/2016 |
| Principal Exam Date | 04/12/2016 |
| TGT Exam Date | 11/12/2016 |
| PGT Exam Date | 11/12/2016 |
| Principal Admit Card Available | 12/11/2016 |
| TGT/PGT Admit Card Available | 25/11/2016 |
âī¸ Correction Window: 24/10/2016
Application Fee
| Assistant / Commissioner / (General) | 1500 |
| Assistant / Commissioner / (OBC) | 1500 |
| Other / Posts / (General) | 1000 |
| Other / Posts / (OBC) | 1000 |
| SC | 0 |
| ST | 0 |
| PH / / / PwD | 0 |
| (All / Categories) | 0 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Age Cutoff Date | 31/07/2016 |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| â | â |
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti â the official website.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for TGT, PGT, Principal and Other Posts 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 is the total number of vacancies for this recruitment?
The total number of vacancies is 2072 across all posts.
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply online is 16 October 2016.
What is the application fee for General/OBC candidates for other posts?
The application fee for General and OBC candidates for other posts (except Assistant Commissioner) is Rs. 1000.
What is the application fee for Assistant Commissioner post for General/OBC?
The application fee for Assistant Commissioner post for General and OBC candidates is Rs. 1500.
Are SC/ST/PH candidates required to pay any fee?
No, SC/ST/PH candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Is there any fee exemption for female candidates?
Yes, female candidates of all categories are exempted from fee payment.
What is the age limit for TGT posts?
The maximum age limit for TGT posts is 35 years as on 31 July 2016.
What is the age limit for PGT posts?
The maximum age limit for PGT posts is 40 years as on 31 July 2016.
What is the age limit for Principal post?
The age limit for Principal post is 35 to 45 years as on 31 July 2016.
What qualification is required for PGT Mathematics?
Candidates must have a Master Degree in Mathematics with 50% marks.
What qualification is required for TGT English?
Candidates must have a Bachelor Degree with 50% marks and English as an elective subject, along with B.Ed and TET qualification.
How many vacancies are there for PGT Economics?
There are 112 vacancies for PGT Economics.
When will the TGT/PGT exam be held?
The TGT/PGT exam date is 11 December 2016.
When will the admit card for TGT/PGT be available?
The TGT/PGT admit card will be available from 25 November 2016.
What is the correction window date?
The last date for correction in the application form is 24 October 2016.
Important Links
Important links will be added once the official notification is released.