NVS Contractual Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for PGT, TGT, Staff Nurse

The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has officially announced the NVS Contractual Recruitment 2026 drive, offering rewarding opportunities for both teaching and non-teaching positions across various regions. For educators and medical professionals looking to build a career during the 2026-27 academic session, this recruitment campaign covers vital roles such as Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs), Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs), Librarians, and Staff Nurses. Job locations span across key regional hubs including Lucknow, Chandigarh, and Patna.

Candidates who wish to apply can access the official application process directly through www.nvsrolko.org. To help applicants navigate this hiring cycle smoothly, detailed information regarding regional schedules, vacancy breakdowns, eligibility requirements, and salary structures has been outlined below.

NVS Contractual Recruitment 2026: Overview

A snapshot of the key highlights regarding the NVS contractual engagement process is provided in the summary table below:

Regional Important Dates and Schedules

Timelines vary significantly depending on the regional office handling your application. Review the schedule for Lucknow, Chandigarh, and Patna carefully:

NVS Contractual Vacancy Distribution 2026

The opening spans diverse subject domains across PGT and TGT disciplines, along with specialized staff nurse roles. The comprehensive distribution is outlined below:

Salary Structure & Remuneration

Remuneration for selected candidates depends on whether their assigned school falls under a normal station or a hard station category:

Age Limit Specifications

For teacher applicants, the maximum age limit is 50 years as of July 1st of the engagement year. However, for retired government school teachers or former NVS staff, the upper age limit is extended up to 65 years as of July 1st.

Educational Qualification Checklists

Ensure you meet the necessary academic criteria before submitting your application:

Educational Qualification for Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) Posts

• Post Graduate Course with at least 50% marks in aggregate, including B.Ed. component (OR)
• Master’s Degree from a recognized institution with at least 50% marks in aggregate in the subject concerned (AND)
• B.Ed. Degree from an NCTE-recognized institution with at least 50% marks (OR)
• Three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. from an NCTE-recognized institution with at least 50% marks (OR)
• Four-year integrated degree with at least 50% marks from an NCTE-recognized institution, including B.Ed. component

Educational Qualification for PGT Computer Science

• M.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) (OR)
• MCA from a recognised institution with at least 50% marks, or M.E. or M.Tech. (Computer Science/IT) from a recognised institution with at least 50% marks, along with a B.Ed. Degree from an NCTE recognised institution with at least 50% marks (OR)
• 3 years integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. or a four-year integrated degree with B.Ed. component from an NCTE-recognised institution with at least 50% marks

Educational Qualification for TGT (Trained Graduate Teachers) Posts

• 4-year integrated degree course from an NCTE recognised institution with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject and in aggregate, including B.Ed. component (OR)
• Bachelor’s/Honours Degree from a recognised institution with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject, with B.Ed. from an NCTE recognised institution with at least 50% marks, along with a valid Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) Paper-II qualification and competence to teach through English and Hindi medium (OR)
• Post Graduation in the concerned subject / any specialization in the concerned subject with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade

Educational Qualification for the Post of Staff Nurse (Female)

• B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing from a recognized University/Institute (OR)
• Regular course in B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University/Institute (OR)
• Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University/Institute (AND)
• Registered as a Nurse or Nurse Midwife (RN or RM) with any State Nursing council
• Two and a half years of experience in a minimum 50 beded Hospital after acquiring the nursing degree

Official Recruitment Notifications & Downloads

For regional details, candidates can review or download the respective notification files below:

• NVS Contractual Notification 2026 PDF (Lucknow) – Click to Download
• NVS Contractual Notification 2026 PDF (Patna) – Click to Download
• NVS Contractual Notification 2026 PDF (Chandigarh) – Click to Download

What to Do Next

Once you have verified your eligibility checklist and submitted your form before your region's respective deadline, make sure to monitor the official portal (www.nvsrolko.org) for correction windows, merit list publications, or personal talk schedules. Prepare your physical certificates, educational testimonials, and ID proofs in advance for smooth verification during the final interview and selection stages.