The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in collaboration with Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), has released the admit cards for the Tier-1 written examination under the joint recruitment drive (Notice No. 01/2025). These admit cards are now available for download for various teaching and non-teaching positions. The examination is scheduled to be held on January 10 and 11, 2026, in multiple shifts.
Candidates who applied for posts such as Assistant Commissioner, Principal, Vice-Principal, PGT, TGT, PRT, Librarian, and non-teaching roles including AE, Finance Officer, AO, ASO, Jr Translator, SSA, Stenographer, JSA, Lab Attendant, and Multi-Tasking Staff must download their hall tickets immediately. The admit card is mandatory for entry into the examination hall, along with a valid photo ID proof.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | November 14, 2025 |
| Online Application End | December 11, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | December 11, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | December 13 to 15, 2025 |
| Exam City Intimation Release | December 26, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | January 8, 2026 (Available Now) |
| Tier-1 Exam Dates | January 10 & 11, 2026 |
| Result Announcement | To be updated later |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Approximate Vacancies |
|---|---|
| KVS Posts (Teaching & Non-Teaching) | 9,921 |
| NVS Posts (Teaching & Non-Teaching) | 5,841 |
| Total | 15,762 |
Note: Detailed post-wise and category-wise breakup (including Assistant Commissioner: 22, Principal: 161, PGTs: ~3,200+, TGTs: ~6,000+, PRTs: 3,630, Non-Teaching: ~1,594) is available in the official notification.
Application Fee (Recap)
| Category / Post Group | Fee Amount (in INR) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Higher Posts like AC/Principal) | 2,800 |
| SC / ST / PH / ESM | 500 |
| General / OBC / EWS (PGT/TGT/PRT etc.) | 2,000 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Lower Non-Teaching) | 1,700 |
Payments were made online.
Eligibility / Educational Qualification (Recap)
Eligibility varies by post:
- Teaching posts require relevant degrees (B.Ed for most, subject-specific qualifications for PGT/TGT).
- PRTs need D.El.Ed or equivalent.
- Non-teaching roles require graduation/diploma in relevant fields. Age limits range from 18 to 50 years (post-wise), with relaxations for reserved categories.
Selection Process
- Tier-1 Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Skill Test / Proficiency Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The current admit card is for the Tier-1 exam.
How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the official websites: https://kvsangathan.nic.in (for KVS) or https://navodaya.gov.in/nvs/ (for NVS), or the CBSE portal at https://cbse.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Admit Card section.
- Locate the link for “Admit Card for Tier-I Exam – KVS NVS Recruitment 01/2025”.
- Click on the login/download option.
- Enter your Registration Number (starting with 2598) and Date of Birth (or Password).
- Complete the captcha verification if required.
- Your admit card will display on the screen with details like exam date, shift, center, timing, and instructions.
- Download the PDF and take a clear color printout for the exam day.
Direct Admit Card Login Portal (KVS): https://cbseitms.nic.in/kvs/FindAdmitCard/FindAdmitCard
Candidates should verify all details on the admit card and report to the center as per the schedule. Exams are conducted in two shifts daily (morning: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM; afternoon: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM).
How to Check Status / Result
- For Exam Status / Admit Card: Use the above login to access or re-download.
- For Result: Results will be published on the official KVS/NVS websites after the exam. Log in with your credentials to view scores and status.
Keep checking the official portals for any updates or notices.
In conclusion, with the KVS NVS Tier-1 exams commencing on January 10 and 11, 2026, download your admit card without delay and prepare thoroughly for this major opportunity in central government schools. This recruitment fills thousands of teaching and non-teaching vacancies across Kendriya and Navodaya Vidyalayas. For reliable updates, direct links, exam instructions, and all sarkari job notifications, depend on engmust.com as your trusted source. We provide timely and accurate information to support your government career aspirations. Best of luck for your examination!
