CBSE Unveils Tier-I Exam Schedule for KVS and NVS Recruitment

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the Tier-I exam schedule for teaching and non-teaching positions in Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS). Candidates can now check their assigned exam cities and download the Exam City Slip from the official CBSE website. The exams are scheduled for January 10 and 11, 2026, with specific shifts for various positions. Important instructions regarding login procedures and exam city changes are also provided to ensure candidates are well-prepared. Stay updated by regularly checking the official websites.

By Ambika Singh Dec 28, 2025, 09:48 IST

Exam Schedule Released by CBSE

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the Tier-I examination schedule for both teaching and non-teaching positions within the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS). Candidates who have registered can now view their designated exam city and download the Exam City Slip from the official website cbse.gov.in.

Steps to Access Exam City Slip

How to Check Exam City Slip

Applicants who have successfully completed the online application for KVS and NVS recruitment can log in using their registration number (which begins with 2598) along with the password they created during the application process. It is important to note that the application number should not be used for this login.

Exam Dates and Shifts

The Tier-I examination is set to take place over two days in January 2026:

10 January 2026 (Monday)
- Morning Shift (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM): Positions include Primary Teacher, Junior Secretariat Assistant, and Lab Attendant.
- Afternoon Shift (2:30 PM – 4:30 PM): Multi-Tasking Staff under HQ and RO Cadre.
11 January 2026 (Tuesday)
- Morning Shift (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM): Senior Administrative and Teaching roles such as Assistant Commissioner, Principal, Vice-Principal, and Post Graduate Teacher.
- Afternoon Shift (2:30 PM – 4:30 PM): Includes Trained Graduate Teacher, Librarian, Administrative Officer, Finance Officer, Junior Translator, Assistant Engineer, Assistant Section Officer, Senior Secretariat Assistant, and Stenographer Grade I & II.

Key Instructions for Candidates

Important Instructions

Candidates must log in using their registration number, not the application number.
The exam city cannot be altered under any circumstances.
Complete details regarding the exam center will be provided on the admit card, which will be available two days prior to the exam.
Candidates are encouraged to frequently check the official CBSE, KVS, and NVS websites for any updates concerning the recruitment process.

Conclusion

This ensures that candidates are well-informed about their exam center, shift timings, and login requirements ahead of time.