KVS 2026 — Complete Guide: Syllabus, Eligibility, Salary & Cut-off
Last Updated: 23 August 2026 · By SarkariPaper Editorial
KVS 2026 Overview
KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan) recruits teachers for PRT (Primary), TGT (Trained Graduate), and PGT (Post Graduate) posts in Kendriya Vidyalayas across India.
KVS 2026 is expected to notify approximately 13,404 teaching vacancies. CTET is mandatory for PRT and TGT posts. Selection includes written test and performance test (for PRT).
KVS teachers earn Pay Level 6–8 with in-hand salary of ₹45,000–₹70,000/month plus summer vacation, medical, and transfer benefits across India.
KVS 2026 Important Dates
| Notification Release | 1 June 2026 |
| Application Opens | 1 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 November 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | 10 December 2026 |
| Official Website | https://kvsangathan.nic.in |
KVS Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
PRT: 12th + D.El.Ed + CTET. TGT: Graduation + B.Ed + CTET. PGT: Post-graduation + B.Ed
Age Limit
18–40 years (as on 1st January 2026)
OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
KVS Selection Process
Written Test — Subject + General English + General Hindi
Performance Test (PRT only)
Interview (if applicable)
Document Verification
KVS Exam Pattern 2026
Written Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Subject Knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| General English & Hindi | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 170 | 170 |
KVS Syllabus 2026
Full Syllabus →General Intelligence / Reasoning
General Awareness
Quantitative Aptitude
English Language
Download the complete KVS topic-wise syllabus PDF →Premium (₹199/yr)
KVS Posts — Which is Best?
KVS offers 1+ posts across different departments. Here's a comparison to help you decide your target post before filling the form.
| Post | Salary | Promotion |
|---|---|---|
Teacher Recruitment As per notification TOP PICK | ₹25,000 – ₹60,000 | medium |
KVS Salary Structure
Salary varies based on post, city tier (X/Y/Z) for HRA, and DA rate. Figures above are indicative for 2026 DA rates.
KVS Cut-off Marks
All Cut-offs →KVS 2025 Tier 1 Cut-off
Cut-offs vary by post. Detailed post-wise cut-offs (2015–2026) available withSarkariPaper Premium →
KVS Preparation Strategy
Phase 1: Foundation (Month 1–2)
- ›Study the official syllabus and notification carefully
- ›Solve previous year question papers topic-wise
- ›Read daily current affairs for GK section
- ›Build strong basics in Maths, Reasoning & English
Phase 2: Mock Tests (Month 3)
- ›Attempt full-length mocks under exam time limit
- ›Analyse weak areas from mock test results
- ›Revise formula sheets and short notes weekly
- ›Focus on speed, accuracy and time management