KVS & NVS Exam Centre List 2026: Official Cities, Allocation Process, and Admit Card Guide

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the essential guidelines for the 2026 unified recruitment examination for KVS and NVS vacancies. As candidates prepare for this competitive selection process, understanding the logistical framework of the examination centres is crucial for a smooth test-day experience.

Understanding the Exam Centre Allocation Process

The allocation of test centres for the KVS and NVS exam is a systematic process managed by the CBSE. During the initial application phase, candidates were invited to specify their top three preferences for examination cities. Final assignments are determined by the exam authorities based on local infrastructure capacity, seating availability, and specific administrative requirements.

Important Things to Remember About KVS NVS Exam Centre 2026

• The Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre for the Principal post will be available only in Delhi/NCR.
• Candidates must choose three preferred exam cities while submitting the application form.
• The final exam centre will be allotted based on the preferences filled by the candidates and the availability of seats.
• Once the exam centre has been allotted, candidates will not be permitted to request any changes.
• The exam authority reserves the right to add, remove, or modify exam centres depending on administrative requirements.
• The details of the allotted exam centre will be mentioned on the Admit Card, which candidates can download before the examination.

KVS NVS Exam Centre List 2026

The table below provides a comprehensive list of cities across India designated for the upcoming recruitment exams.

State	City
A&N Islands	Port Blair
Andhra Pradesh	Tirupathi, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada
Assam	Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Silchar
Bihar	Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur
Chandigarh	Chandigarh, Raipur, Bilaspur, Bhilai-Durg
Delhi	Delhi
Uttar Pradesh	Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Prayagraj, Noida/Gr. Noida, Varanasi
West Bengal	Kolkata, Siliguri

How to Check Your Allotted Exam Centre

Candidates can verify their specific exam centre location by downloading their official hall ticket. Access the links below to secure your documentation:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I change my exam centre after it has been allotted?

No, requests for changes to an allotted exam centre are not entertained by the CBSE. Candidates should carefully verify details on their admit card upon release.

Where will the Principal post exam be held?

The Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the Principal post is restricted to the Delhi/NCR region only.