{
  "topic": "how-to-get-teacher-job-in-kendriya-vidyalaya",
  "question": "How do I get a teaching job in Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS)?",
  "short_answer": "Clear CTET, wait for the KVS recruitment notification (PRT, TGT, PGT), pass the CBT and interview. Selection is on merit + interview marks.",
  "answer_md": "**Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS)** hires teachers through nationwide CBT-based recruitment drives roughly every 2–3 years.\n\n**Post-wise minimum qualifications:**\n- **PRT (Primary):** 10+2 + 2-year D.El.Ed + CTET Paper I. Age limit: 30.\n- **TGT (Classes VI–X):** Graduation with 50% + B.Ed + CTET Paper II. Age limit: 35.\n- **PGT (Classes XI–XII):** PG in subject with 50% + B.Ed. Age limit: 40.\n\n**Selection process:**\n1. Online CBT (150 questions, 2.5 hours).\n2. Skill test / demo teaching for shortlisted candidates.\n3. Interview (12 marks) + CBT (150 marks) — total 162.\n\n**Pay:** Level 6–8 of 7th CPC, starting ~₹35,400 basic + DA + HRA. Total in-hand ₹55,000–₹80,000 depending on city HRA.\n\nCheck **kvsangathan.nic.in** for the latest notification. Between drives, KVS also hires **contractual teachers** at the KV level — apply directly at the nearest KV.",
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  "city": null,
  "role": "Teacher",
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    "kendriya vidyalaya recruitment"
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  "sources": [
    {
      "url": "https://kvsangathan.nic.in/",
      "title": "KVS Sangathan"
    },
    {
      "url": "https://doe.gov.in/",
      "title": "7th CPC"
    }
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  "citation": "How do I get a teaching job in Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS)? — schooljobsinindia.com/answers/how-to-get-teacher-job-in-kendriya-vidyalaya",
  "updated_at": "2026-07-08T07:54:38.114912+00:00"
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