NVS Group C Exam Guide 2026
NVS Group C 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Post | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Nationality | No. of Attempts | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 18-30 years | Degree from a recognized university with computer operation knowledge | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | 3 years |
| Audit Assistant | 18-30 years | B.Com | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | 3 years |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 35 years | Degree in engineering or three years Diploma in civil engineering from a recognized university. | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | 3 years (for diploma holder) |
| Stenographer | 18-27 years | Class 12th certificate with shorthand and prescribed speed in typewriting either in Hindi Or English. | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | - |
| Computer Operator | 18-30 years | Degree from a recognized university along with skills in word processing & data entry | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | Familiarity with various software packages |
| Catering Assistant | 35 years | Class 10th certificate and three years Diploma in catering or equivalent from a recognized university | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | - |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Hqrs/RO Cadre | 18-27 years | Class 12th Certificate from a recognized board and possessing prescribed speed in typewriting either in Hindi or English. | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | Experience in accounts/administrative matters in Govt./ Semi Govt./ Autonomous organization |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre) | 18-27 years | Class 12th Certificate from a recognized board and possessing prescribed speed in typewriting either in Hindi or English | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | Experience in accounts/administrative matters in Govt./ Semi Govt./ Autonomous organization |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | 18-40 years | 10th class pass and ITI certificate or equivalent in trade of Electrician/Wireman/Plumbing from a recognized university. | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | 2 years experience in election installation & maintenance of appliances |
| Lab Attendant | 18-30 years | Class 10th pass with a certificate/diploma in Laboratory or 12th class with Science stream from a recognized board/university. | Indian | - | |
| Mess Helper | 18-30 years | Class 10th pass from recognized board | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | 10 years experience of working in Govt. residential organizations/schools. |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (RO Cadre | 18-30 years | Class 10th from a recognized board. | Indian | Until reach the maximum age limit | - |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 18-30 years |
| Audit Assistant | 18-30 years |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 35 years |
| Stenographer | 18-27 years |
| Computer Operator | 18-30 years |
| Catering Assistant | 35 years |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Hqrs/RO Cadre) | 18-27 years |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre) | 18-27 years |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | 18-40 years |
| Lab Attendant | 18-30 years |
| Mess Helper | 18-30 years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (RO Cadre) | 18-30 years |
📊 Application Fee
- SC/ST
- 5 years
- OBC NCL
- 3 years
- Category
- Age Relaxation
- PWD SC/ST
- 15 years
- PWD General
- 10 years
- PWD OBC NCL
- 13 years
- Ex-Serviceman
- 3 years after deduction of service period from the actual age
- Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt
- 5 years
- Persons ordinarily domiciled in State of Jammu & Kashmir during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989
- 5 years
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | Degree from a recognized University. Knowledge of Computer Operation |
| Audit Assistant | B.Com |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering OR Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with three years experience |
| Stenographer | Senior Secondary School Certificate (Class XII) Shorthand speed of 80 words per minute and Typing Speed of 40 words per minute in English corresponding to 12000 KDPH. OR Shorthand speed of 60 words per minute and Typing Speed of 30 words per minute in Hindi corresponding to 9000 KDPH. |
| Computer Operator | Degree from a recognized Institution/University. Skill in word-processing & data entry with a one-year Computer Diploma |
| Catering Assistant | Secondary School (X class pass) Three Years Diploma in Catering or equivalent from an Institution recognized by the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India/State Govt. OR Passed Sr. Secondary (Class XII) from CBSE with Hotel Management and Catering as Vocational Subject and at least one year experience in catering. OR Passed Sr.Secondary (Class XII) or equivalent and one-year diploma in catering or equivalent with three years experience in catering in reputed institutions/hotels. OR Trade proficiency Certificate in Catering with a minimum of 10 years of service in Defence Services of the regular establishment (for Ex-Servicemen only). |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Hqrs/RO Cadre) | Senior Secondary Certificate (Class XII) from a recognized Board and possessing a minimum speed of 30 words per minute in English typewriting or 25 words per minute in Hindi typewriting [corresponding to 9000 KDPH (for English Typewriting) or 7500 KDPH (for Hindi Typewriting) on an average of 5 key depressions for each word] OR Passed +2 level of Senior Secondary from CBSE/State Board with Secretarial Practices and Office Management as Vocational Subjects |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre) | Senior Secondary Certificate (Class XII) from a recognized Board and possessing a minimum speed of 30 words per minute in English typewriting or 25 words per minute in Hindi typewriting [corresponding to 9000 KDPH (for English Typewriting) or 7500 KDPH (for Hindi Typewriting) on an average of 5 key depressions for each word] OR Passed +2 level of Senior Secondary from CBSE/State Board with Secretarial Practices and Office Management as Vocational Subjects |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | 10th class pass. ITI Certificate or equivalent in the trade of Electrician or Wireman / Plumbing from a recognized Institute. At least 02 years of experience in electrical installation, wiring, and plumbing work. |
| Lab Attendant | 10th Class pass with a certificate/diploma in Laboratory Technique OR 12th Class with Science stream from a recognized Board / University |
| Mess Helper | Matriculation pass (Class X passed from a recognized board) 10 years experience of working in Government residential organizations/schools. Passing of Skill Test prescribed by NVS |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (RO Cadre) | Class X from a recognized board |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Post Name | Experience |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 3 years Experience |
| Audit Assistant | 3 years Experience |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 3 years Experience (For Diploma Holders) |
| Stenographer | - |
| Computer Operator | Familiarity with various software packages |
| Catering Assistant | - |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Hqrs/RO Cadre) | Knowledge of computer operation and data entry acquired either as a subject at +2 level or through a 06 months diploma in computers from a recognized institution or through computer literacy certificate at school level. Experience in accounts / administrative matters in Govt. / Semi Govt. / Autonomous organization |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre) | Knowledge of computer operation and data entry acquired either as a subject at +2 level or through a 06 months diploma in computers from a recognized institution or through computer literacy certificate at school level. Experience in accounts / administrative matters in Govt. / Semi Govt. / Autonomous organization |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | 02 Years experience in electrical installation & maintenance of appliances |
| Lab Attendant | - |
| Mess Helper | 10 years experience of working in Government residential organizations/schools |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (RO Cadre) | - |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.Is there any restriction over the number of attempts for the NVS Group C recruitment exam?
No such restrictions have been imposed on candidates. Candidates can apply until they reach the maximum age limit mentioned in NVS Group C Eligibility Criteria as per their categories.
Q2.Can foreigners or NRIs apply for the NVS Group C recruitment exam?
No, only Indian citizen candidates can apply for the posts under NVS Group C.
Q3.I have 9 years of experience working in a school. Will I be eligible to apply for the Mess Helper post under Group C?
No, the experience required for the Mess Helper post is 10 years.
Q4.What is the age relaxation provided to a person with 3 years of continuous service in the Central Government?
The said candidates will be able to receive 5 years of age relaxation as per the NVS Group C Eligibility Criteria 2022.
Q5.Where can I download the NVS Group C Eligibility Criteria?
Candidates can download the NVS Group C Eligibility Criteria from the official website of NVS in PDF format.
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