The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the KVS NVS Admit Card 2026 for the massive recruitment drive of 15,762 vacancies. This recruitment encompasses a wide range of teaching and non-teaching positions across Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS). Candidates who have successfully applied for these posts can now download their hall tickets to participate in the Tier-1 examination scheduled for mid-January. With over 15 lakh aspirants expected to appear, the competition is fierce, making it essential for candidates to secure their admit cards early and verify all exam-day details.
KVS NVS Admit Card 2026: Overview
| Recruiting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Organization Name | KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya) & NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya) |
| Total Vacancies | 15,762 (KVS: 9,921 |
| Admit Card Release Date | January 8, 2026 |
| Exam Dates | January 10 & 11, 2026 |
| Mode of Examination | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Official Websites | cbse.gov.in / kvsangathan.nic.in / navodaya.gov.in |
Exam Details & Shift Timings
The examination will be conducted in two shifts daily across various centers in the country. Candidates must report at least 90 minutes before the commencement of the exam for biometric verification and facial recognition checks.
| Exam Date | Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Timing | Post Names Covered |
| January 10, 2026 (Saturday) | Morning | 08:00 AM | 09:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Primary Teacher (PRT), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Lab Attendant |
| January 10, 2026 (Saturday) | Afternoon | 01:00 PM | 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| January 11, 2026 (Sunday) | Morning | 08:00 AM | 09:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Principal, Vice-Principal, Assistant Commissioner |
| January 11, 2026 (Sunday) | Afternoon | 01:00 PM | 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM | Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), Librarian, ASO, SSA, Stenographer, AE, Junior Translator |
KVS NVS Tier-1 Exam Pattern
The Tier-1 exam is an objective-type screening test designed to qualify candidates for the next phase of the selection process.
- Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper mode using OMR sheets).
- Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Total Marks: 300 Marks (3 marks per correct answer).
- Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours).
- Negative Marking: Applicable for incorrect answers.
- Subjects Covered: Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General Knowledge/Current Affairs, Computer Literacy, English Language, and Hindi/Regional Language.
How to Download KVS NVS Admit Card 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to obtain their hall tickets:
- Visit the official CBSE recruitment portal at cbse.gov.in or the official KVS/NVS websites.
- Locate and click on the link titled “Download KVS NVS Admit Card 2026 for Tier-1”.
- A login page will appear. Enter your Registration Number (Note: It should start with the prefix “2598”).
- Input your Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) or Password.
- Type the Security Pin (Captcha) exactly as shown on the screen.
- Click on the “Submit” button to view your dashboard.
- Verify your details (Name, Photo, Exam Center) and click on “Download Admit Card”.
- Take 2-3 clear printouts of the PDF for exam day use.
Official Links
| CBSE Official Portal | cbse.gov.in |
| KVS Official Website | kvsangathan.nic.in |
| Direct Admit Card Download Link | Click Here |
