Recruitment Begins Tomorrow for Teaching and Non-Teaching Posts in Central Schools
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released a short notification announcing the upcoming recruitment drive for Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) for the year 2025. Applications for both teaching and non-teaching positions will open from 14 November 2025, giving candidates a fresh opportunity to secure a position in Central Government schools. Interested and eligible applicants can submit their forms online through the official websites of CBSE, KVS, and NVS.
Application Window and Official Notification
The brief announcement has been issued under Advertisement No. 01/2025, confirming that the online application process will remain active from 14 November to 4 December 2025. All registrations and submissions must be completed before the deadline, as only applications received through the official portals—cbse.gov.in, kvsangathan.nic.in, and navodaya.gov.in—will be considered valid.
CBSE has advised candidates to rely solely on the information published on the official websites for accurate and updated details regarding the recruitment procedure, eligibility, and examination schedule.
Vacancies Across KVS and NVS
The 2025 recruitment campaign will fill multiple teaching and non-teaching positions in KVS and NVS schools across the country. The major teaching posts include:
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Primary Teacher (PRT)
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Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)
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Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
In addition to teaching roles, several administrative and support staff positions will also be filled under the non-teaching category. Detailed information about individual vacancies and the number of posts will be provided in the full notification expected shortly.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements vary depending on the post applied for. Educational qualifications, professional certifications, and experience (where applicable) must align with the guidelines mentioned in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check subject-wise and post-wise qualifications on the recruitment portals once the detailed advertisement is published.
Age Limit
The age limit differs according to the post category. CBSE has fixed 4 December 2025 as the reference date for determining age eligibility. Applicants belonging to reserved categories will receive relaxation as per Government of India norms.
Selection Process
The recruitment procedure for KVS and NVS schools involves multiple stages designed to assess both academic knowledge and practical skills. The process typically includes:
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Written Examination – The first stage for all teaching and non-teaching posts.
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Skill Test (If Required) – Applicable for posts where practical abilities need to be evaluated.
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Document Verification – Candidates clearing the initial rounds must present original documents for verification.
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Medical Examination – Final stage to assess the physical fitness of selected applicants.
Only candidates who qualify each stage will be shortlisted for final appointment.
Application Fee
An online application fee will be applicable for candidates, and the amount will differ according to the category and the post. The exact fee structure will be provided in the detailed notification.
How to Apply Online
Candidates can submit their applications by following the steps below:
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Visit the official recruitment portal of CBSE, KVS, or NVS.
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Complete the registration process to generate a login ID.
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Fill in academic qualifications, personal information, and professional details (if applicable).
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Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format.
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Pay the application fee online and submit the form before 4 December 2025.
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Download and save a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
A Key Opportunity for Aspiring Teachers
The recruitment drive for 2025 offers a significant opportunity for thousands of teaching and administrative aspirants aiming to work in Central Government-run schools. With competitive pay scales, nationwide postings, and long-term career stability, these roles attract applicants from across the country each year. Candidates planning to apply are advised to prepare their documents in advance and submit their applications well before the deadline.
