The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is conducting a joint recruitment drive for Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) to fill approximately 15,762 teaching and non-teaching vacancies. This includes posts like PRT, TGT, PGT, Librarian, Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), and others.
As of January 08, 2026, the Tier-1 admit cards have been released today. The written examination (offline OMR-based) is scheduled for January 10 and 11, 2026, in multiple shifts across India.
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NVS & KVS Admit Card 2026 Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Bodies | KVS & NVS |
| Total Vacancies | 15,762 (KVS: ~9,921; NVS: ~5,841) |
| Exam Conducting Body | CBSE |
| Exam Dates (Tier-1) | January 10 & 11, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Released on January 08, 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Shifts | Two shifts per day (morning & afternoon) |
| Official Websites | cbse.gov.in, kvsangathan.nic.in, navodaya.gov.in |
NVS & KVS Admit Card 2026 Exam Schedule & Shift Timings
The exam will be held in two shifts each day. Specific post-wise shifts (e.g., PRT and JSA in morning shift on Jan 10) will be mentioned on your admit card.
- Morning Shift: Typically 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM (reporting time ~1-1.5 hours earlier)
- Afternoon Shift: Timings as per admit card
Late entry is strictly prohibited. Over 15 lakh candidates are expected to appear.
How to Download KVS/NVS Admit Card 2026
- Visit any official website:
- Look for the link: “KVS-NVS Recruitment 2025 Tier-1 Admit Card” or similar (under Recruitment/Announcements/Admit Cards section).
- Enter your Registration Number (starts with 2598) and Password/Date of Birth.
- Submit and download the PDF.
- Take 2-3 printouts and verify all details (name, photo, exam center, shift, etc.).
Important: No admit card will be sent by post. Carry a printed copy + valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.) to the exam hall.
For direct access:
- KVS Admit Cards section: https://kvsangathan.nic.in/en/admit-cards/
- NVS Admit Cards section: https://navodaya.gov.in/nvs/en/Recruitment/Admit-Card/
- Join Rojgar Result Channel
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Details Mentioned on Admit Card
- Candidate’s name, roll number, photo & signature
- Exam date, shift, and reporting time
- Exam center address and code
- Important instructions (e.g., prohibited items like mobiles)
If there’s any discrepancy, contact the helpline immediately: 011-24050452/453/456/457/477 or email kvsnvs.recruitment2025@cbseshiksha.in.
NVS & KVS Admit Card 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
- Reach the center well in advance.
- Carry admit card + ID proof.
- Avoid guessing (negative marking applies).
- Prohibited items: Electronics, calculators, notes.
- Follow COVID/other safety protocols if mentioned.
The exam city intimation was released on December 26, 2025.
For latest updates, regularly check the official websites:
Best of luck for your KVS/NVS 2026 exam! Download your admit card immediately from the official links above.