KVS Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Post Name | Educational Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| PGT – Hindi, English, Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, History, Geography, Economics, and Commerce | Two Years’ Integrated Post Graduate M.Sc. Course of Regional College of Education of NCERT in the concerned subject. OR Master’s Degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in aggregate in the relevant subject. B.Ed or equivalent degree from a recognized University. Proficiency in teaching in Hindi and English Media. |
| PGT Computer Science | At least 50% marks in aggregate in any of the following: B.E or B.Tech (Computer Science/IT) from a recognized University or equivalent Degree or Diploma from an institution/ university recognized by the Govt. of India. BE or B.Tech (any stream) and Post Graduate Diploma in Computers from a recognized University MSc. (Computer Science)/ MCA or Equivalent from a recognized University B.Sc. (Computer Science) / BCA or Equivalent and Post Graduate degree in the subject from a recognized University Post Graduate Diploma in Computer and Post Graduate degree in any subject from a recognized University ‘B’ Level from DOEACC and Post Graduate degree in any subject ‘C’ Level from ‘DOEACC’ Ministry of Information and Communication Technology and Graduation. Proficiency in teaching Hindi and English Medium |
| PGT - Biotechnology | At least 50% marks in aggregate in Master's degree in Biotechnology/ Genetics/ Microbiology/ Life science/ Bio science/ Bio chemistry. Proficiency in teaching Hindi & English. |
| TGT– English, Hindi, Social Studies, Science, Sanskrit, and Maths | Four years integrated degree course of Regional College of Education of NCERT in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate. OR Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject/combination of subject and in aggregate. B.Ed or equivalent degree from a recognized University. Pass in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) Paper-II, conducted by CBSE in accordance with the Guidelines framed by the NCTE for the purpose. Proficiency in teaching in Hindi and English medium |
| TGT (Physical and Health Education) | Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education or equivalent. |
| TGT (Art Education) | Five years’ recognized Diploma in Drawing and Painting/ Sculpture! Graphic Art OR Working knowledge of Hindi & English. Desirable : Working knowledge of Computer Applications |
| TGT (Work Experience) | Electrical Gadgets and Electronics: Three years Diploma after Higher Secondary in Electrical. Electronics Engineering from an institution recognized by the State Govt./ Govt. of India. (The minimum qualification for admission to the Diploma Course should be at least Higher Secondary). OR Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognized University. OR Graduate in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognized University. Working Knowledge of Hindi and English. Desirable : i) One year practical experience in a recognized workshop institution/factory. ii) Knowledge of Computer Applications. |
| PRT (All Subjects except Music) | Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) OR Senior Secondary(or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.EI.Ed.) OR Senior Secondary(or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education(Special Education) OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Qualified in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (Paper-I) conducted by the Govt. of India. Proficiency to teach through Hindi & English media |
| PRT (Music) | Senior Secondary School Certificate with 50% marks or Intermediate with 50% marks or its equivalent and Bachelor Degree in Music or equivalent from a recognized University. Competence to teach through English\Hindi medium. Desirable : Knowledge of Computer Applications |
| Assistant Commissioner, Principal | A. Academic (For Both) i) Master's Degree from a recognized university with at least 45% marks. ii) B.Ed or equivalent degree B. Experience (For Assistant Commissioner) Persons holding the post of Principal in the pay band of Rs. 15600-39100 with Grade pay of Rs. 7600/-(pre-revised)/(Level-12, Rs.78,800 to Rs.2,09,200 as per 7thCPC) with at least 03 years' experience Desirable: Knowledge of Computer Application Experience (For Principal) (i) Person holding posts of Principal in Central/State Govt./ Autonomous organizations of Central/ State Govt. OR (ii) Vice-Principal/Assistant Education Officers in Central/State Govt./ Autonomous organizations of Central/State Govt. with combined services of 05 years as PGT and 02 years as Vice-Principal. OR (iii) Person holding post of PGTs or Lecturer in Central/State Govt./ Autonomous organizations of Central/State Govt. with at least 8 years' regular service in the aforesaid grade. OR (iv) 15 years combined regular services as TGT and PGT out of which 03 years as PGT. Desirable Qualifications: Knowledge of Computer application |
| Vice Principal | A. Academic i) Master's Degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks. ii) B.Ed or equivalent degree B. Experience 02 years' experience of working on the post of Vice-Principal in Central/State Govt./Autonomous organization of Central/ State Govt. OR 06 years' experience of working on the post of PGT or Lecturer in Central/State Govt./ Autonomous organization of Central/State Govt.; OR 10 years' combined experience of working as PGT or Lecturer and TGT in the Central/State Govt./Autonomous organizations of Central/ State Govt. of which at least 3 years should be of working on the post of PGT or Lecturer. Desirable : Basic knowledge of working on Computer |
| Librarian | Bachelor degree in Library Science OR Graduate with one year diploma in Library Science from a recognized institution. Working knowledge of Hindi and English |
| Finance Officer | B.Com with 50% marks in the aggregate and at least 4 years post qualification experience in the Audit and Accounts works. OR Finance Officer M.Com with 50% marks and at least 3 years post qualification experience in the Audit and Accounts works. OR CA (Inter) or ICWA (Inter) or MBA (Finance) or PGDM (Finance) (2 years full time or 3 years part time) with 2 years post qualification experience in the Audit and Accounts works. Knowledge of Computer Applications |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Graduation in Civil Engineering from a recognized University. 2 years' experience in design and engineering in the concerned branch. OR 3 years Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institute and 5 years' experience in concerned branch |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Graduate with 3 years' experience as UDC in Central/ State Govt./ Autonomous Bodies/ Public Sector Undertakings Desirable : Knowledge of Computer Applications |
| Hindi Translator | Master's degree of a recognized University in Hindi with English/ English with Hindi/ any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi medium and English/ in any subject other than Hindi or English, with English medium and Hindi/ in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi and English as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level OR Recognized Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English & vice-versa or two years' experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government office, including Government of India Undertaking |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant | Graduation Three years' experience as LDC in Central Govt./ Govt./Autonomous Bodies/Public Sector Undertakings Desirable : Knowledge of Computer Applications |
| Stenographer Grade II | 12th pass or equivalent from a recognized Board or University. Skill test Norms Dictation : 10 mts @ 80 w.p.m Transcription: 50 mts (Eng) 65 mts (Hindi) (On computer) |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | Class XII pass or equivalent qualification from recognized board or university. A typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer. Working knowledge of Hindi. Knowledge of Computer Applications |
📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| PGT (All Subjects) | Upper Age Limit: 40 Years |
| TGT (All Subjects) | Upper Age Limit: 35 Years |
| PRT (All Subjects including Music) | Upper Age Limit: 30 Years |
| Assistant Commissioner | Upper Age Limit: 50 Years |
| Principal | Minimum Age Limit: 35 Years Maximum Age Limit: 50 Years |
| Vice Principal | Minimum Age Limit: 35 Years Maximum Age Limit: 45 Years |
| Librarian | Upper Age Limit: 35 Years |
| Finance Officer | Upper Age Limit: 35 Years |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Upper Age Limit: 35 Years |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Upper Age Limit: 35 Years |
| Hindi Translator | Upper Age Limit: 35 Years |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant | Upper Age Limit: 30 Years |
| Stenographer Grade II | Upper Age Limit: 27 Years |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | Upper Age Limit: 27 Years |
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Age Relaxation
- KVS Employees
- No Limit
- Other Backward Classes
- 3 years
- Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe
- 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen (OBC) (For Group-A posts only
- 08 years (03 years + 05 years)
- Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) (For Group-A posts only)
- 10 years (05 years + 05 years)
- Ex-Servicemen (General) (For Group-A posts only
- 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen (OBC) (For Group-B &C posts only)
- 06 years (03 years + 03 years) after deduction of the Military Service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date for receipt of applications
- Ex-Servicemen (General) (For Group-B &C posts only
- 03 years after deduction of the Military Service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date for receipt of applications
- Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) (For Group-B & C Posts only)
- 08 years (03 years + 05 years) after deduction of the Military Service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date for receipt of applications
- Persons with disabilities (including women) (i) SC/ST (ii) OBC (iii) General
- 15 years 13 years 10 years
- Women (All Categories) for teaching posts (PGT, TGT, Librarian and PRT only).
- 10 years
- Persons ordinarily domiciled in State of Jammu & Kashmir during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989
- 5 years
- Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres (An applicant claiming age relaxation under this para should produce a certificate from his/her employer to the effect that he/she is a Government Servant as on the date of Advertisement.) as per GOI rules
- 05 years for General 08 years for OBC 10 years for SC/ST
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the education qualification needed for Assistant Section Officer (ASO) post?
Candidates should have Graduated with 3 years' experience as UDC in Central/ State Govt./ Autonomous Bodies/ Public Sector Undertakings
Q2.How many attempts are allowed for the KVS examination?
There are no such limits to apply for for KVS recruitment.
Q3.What is the upper age limit for Senior Secretariat Assistant post?
The upper age limit for Senior Secretariat Assistant post is 30 years.
Q4.What is the education qualification needed for Librarian post?
Candidates should have Bachelor degree in Library Science OR Graduate with one year diploma in Library Science from a recognized institution.
Q5.What is the upper age limit for Assistant Commissioner post?
The upper age limit for Assistant Commissioner post will be 50 years.
Q6.What is the desirable qualification for Vice Principal post?
The desirable qualification for the Vice Principal post is Basic knowledge of working on Computer.
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