The wait is over for thousands of aspirants across India. The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) have officially released the admit cards for their upcoming Tier 1 recruitment examinations. Candidates who have successfully registered for various teaching and non-teaching positions can now access and download their hall tickets from the designated online portal.
KVS, NVS Tier 1 Exam Schedule and Dates 2026
The crucial first-tier examinations are scheduled to be conducted over two days: January 10 and January 11, 2026. The tests for different posts will be held in separate shifts on these dates, each with a duration of two hours.
On the first day, Saturday, January 10, 2026, the morning shift from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM will cater to candidates for the posts of Primary Teacher (PRT), Junior Secretariat Assistant, and Lab Attendant. Later that day, the examination for Multi-Tasking Staff (for both HQ and RO cadre) will be held in the afternoon from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
The examination schedule for Sunday, January 11, 2026, is as follows:
- Morning Shift (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM): Assistant Commissioner, Principal, Vice-Principal, and Post Graduate Teacher (PGT).
- Afternoon Shift (2:30 PM – 4:30 PM): This session is packed with candidates for Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), miscellaneous teaching posts, Librarian, Administrative Officer, Finance Officer, Junior Translator, Assistant Engineer, Assistant Section Officer, Senior Secretariat Assistant, and Stenographer Grade I & II.
How to Download Your KVS, NVS Admit Card 2026
Eligible candidates must follow a straightforward online process to obtain their hall ticket. The official website for downloading the admit card is navodaya.gov.in. Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Visit the official admit card portal at navodaya.gov.in.
- Locate and click on the admit card login link provided on the homepage.
- On the login page, enter your unique registration number. Please note that this number typically begins with '2598'.
- Next, enter the password you created during the initial online application process.
- Click the submit button after entering your credentials.
- Your KVS/NVS 2026 admit card will be displayed on the screen.
- Carefully download the hall ticket and save the PDF file.
- Take a clear, legible printout of the admit card to carry to your examination centre. It is a mandatory document for entry.
Key Points for Candidates to Remember
All applicants are advised to act promptly and not wait until the last minute to download their hall tickets to avoid any technical glitches or server congestion. Once downloaded, it is crucial to verify all the details printed on the admit card meticulously. Check your name, photograph, registration number, exam date, time, and the address of the examination centre. Any discrepancy should be reported to the concerned authorities immediately.
The admit card is a compulsory document for gaining entry into the examination hall. Candidates must also carry a valid photo ID proof (original) along with the admit card printout. Reaching the exam centre well before the reporting time is highly recommended to complete the necessary security and verification procedures.
This recruitment drive by KVS and NVS is a significant opportunity for job seekers in the education and administrative sectors. With the admit cards now available, the focus for candidates shifts to final preparations for the examinations slated for early 2026.
