The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) is recruiting 2499 posts through LDE and LDCE. Roles include Principal, Vice-Principal, PGT, TGT, Head Master and admin staff, it is an internal promotion for existing employees with better pay and career growth.
LDE works on seniority and qualifying exams, while LDCE is merit-based for finance and section officer posts. Apply online via the KVS portal with no fee. Selection is through exam and verification. Notification was issued on December 11, 2025 and the eligibility cut-off is January 1, 2026.
KVS LDE/LDCE Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) |
| Advertisement No. | 11-RPS055/4/2025-RPS |
| Post Name | Principal, Vice-Principal, PGTs (Hindi/Eng/Physics/Chem/Maths), TGTs, Head Master, Assistant Section Officer, Senior Secretariat Assistant, Junior Secretariat Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 2499 |
| Job Location | Kendriya Vidyalayas across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | kvsangathan.nic.in |
KVS LDE/LDCE Vacancy Details
A total of 2499 vacancies are available under Limited Departmental Examination (LDE) and Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE).
| Name of Post | UR | SC | ST | TOTAL | PwBD (LD) | PwBD (VI) | PwBD (HI) | PwBD (OTH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal | 157 | 0 | 0 | 157 | – | – | – | – |
| Vice-Principal | 99 | 18 | 08 | 125 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| PGT (Hindi) | 52 | 10 | 05 | 67 | 01 | 02 | 02 | 00 |
| PGT (Eng) | 73 | 14 | 07 | 94 | 01 | 02 | 02 | 01 |
| PGT (Physics) | 94 | 30 | 14 | 138 | 01 | 04 | 02 | 01 |
| PGT (Chemistry) | 89 | 27 | 12 | 128 | 01 | 04 | 02 | 01 |
| PGT (Maths) | 39 | 07 | 03 | 49 | 00 | 03 | 02 | 00 |
| PGT (Biology) | 58 | 10 | 06 | 74 | 01 | 03 | 02 | 00 |
| PGT (History) | 32 | 05 | 02 | 39 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 00 |
| PGT (Economics) | 55 | 17 | 08 | 80 | 01 | 03 | 01 | 00 |
| PGT (Geography) | 31 | 05 | 02 | 38 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 00 |
| TGT (English) | 140 | 79 | 39 | 258 | 05 | 04 | 04 | 03 |
| TGT (Hindi) | 19 | 39 | 21 | 79 | 01 | 02 | 02 | 00 |
| TGT (Science) | 78 | 41 | 24 | 143 | 02 | 04 | 03 | 02 |
| TGT (Maths) | 177 | 86 | 44 | 307 | 08 | 06 | 05 | 03 |
| TGT (Social Studies) | 140 | 77 | 36 | 253 | 05 | 03 | 04 | 03 |
| Head Master | 97 | 18 | 09 | 124 | 02 | 03 | 02 | 02 |
| Finance Officer | 04 | 0 | 01 | 05 | 0 | 0 | 01 | 0 |
| Section Officer | 06 | 0 | 0 | 06 | 0 | 01 | 0 | 0 |
| Asstt Section Officer | 83 | 16 | 08 | 107 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant | 140 | 26 | 13 | 179 | 02 | 02 | 02 | 02 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | 49 | 0 | 0 | 49 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 00 |
| – | 1712 | 525 | 262 | 2499 | 33 | 56 | 41 | 21 |
Eligibility Criteria of KVS LDE/LDCE Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025
Who Can Apply
- Only serving KVS employees are eligible
- Must fulfill educational qualification, experience, and service period as per post rules
Educational Qualification
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Principal/Vice-Principal | Master’s + B.Ed + CTET + 2-6 yrs exp as PGT/VP |
| PGTs | Master’s in subject + B.Ed + CTET |
| TGTs | Graduation + B.Ed + CTET Level-2 |
| Head Master | B.Ed + CTET + 2 yrs TGT exp |
| Assistant Section Officer | Graduation + computer course + 5 yrs SSA exp |
| Senior/Junior Secretariat Assistant | 12th + typing/computer + 5 yrs exp (for SSA) |
| Finance Officer | CA/ICWA + 5 yrs SO exp |
| Section Officer | Graduation + 5 yrs ASO exp |
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
| Post | Minimum Service/Qual Date | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | 6 yrs as VP | 50 Years |
| Vice-Principal/PGTs | 2-5 yrs as TGT/PGT | 50 Years |
| TGTs/Head Master | 2 yrs as PRT/TGT | 45 Years |
| Admin Posts (ASO/SSA/JSA) | 5 yrs service | 35-40 Years |
| LDCE (FO/SO) | 5 yrs in lower post | 50 Years |
Salary and Benefits
| Post | Pay Scale (Level) |
|---|---|
| Principal | Level 12: Rs.78,800-2,09,200 |
| Vice-Principal | Level 10: Rs.56,100-1,77,500 |
| PGTs | Level 8: Rs.47,600-1,51,100 |
| TGTs/Head Master | Level 7: Rs.44,900-1,42,400 |
| Admin (ASO/SSA/JSA) | Level 6: Rs.35,400-1,12,400 |
| FO/SO | Level 10: Rs.56,100-1,77,500 |
Additional Benefits:
- DA: 50%+ basic – inflation cover.
- HRA: 24% urban – quarters in KVs.
- Medical: Full CGHS for family.
- Pension/PF: NPS + gratuity.
- Leave: 30 annual + LTC. Gross Rs.50k-1.2L/month + perks = Rs.8-15L/year.
Selection Process
Exam + verification – qualifying for LDE, merit for LDCE.
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Written Exam | Objective papers |
| 2. Document Verification | Service/qual check |
| 3. Medical Fitness | Basic health |
| 4. Merit List | Seniority/merit based |
Written Exam Pattern
CBT/OMR, negative marking 1/4.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | Included |
| Pedagogy/Subject | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
Documents Required
Scan uploads originals for DV.
Mandatory:
- Service book extract.
- CTET cert (teaching).
- Photo & signature.
Application Fees
Gen/ OBC/ EWS: ₹00/-
SC/ ST/ PH/ ESM: ₹00/-
How to Apply Online for KVS LDE/LDCE 2025
Internal portal – 20 mins.
- Visit kvsangathan.nic.in
- Click on “LDE/LDCE Recruitment 2025”
- Register using employee details
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take a printout for reference
| Section | Details / Link |
|---|---|
| KVS LDE/LDCE Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 Apply Now | Apply online |
| KVS LDE/LDCE Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025 official Notification | Download PDF Notification |
| Official Website | Click Now |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Apply Opens | Dec 12, 2025 |
| Closes | Dec 26, 2026 |
| Exam | Feb 15, 2026 |
| Result | Mar 2026 |
Final Thoughts
The KVS LDE/LDCE 2025 offers 2499 teaching and admin posts for staff promotions. Pay ranges from ₹50,000–₹1.2 lakh with school perks and leadership roles.
Eligibility is based on the January 1, 2026 cut-off. Apply free online at kvsangathan.nic.in uploading the CTET certificate correctly. Deadline is January 12, 2026. Prepare pedagogy and subject basics, clear the exam and grow into leadership in KVS.
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