Great news for existing employees of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS). The official notification for the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDE/LDCE) 2025 has been released.
This recruitment drive is specifically for current KVS staff members who want to climb the career ladder. There are 2,499 vacancies open for various positions including Principal, PGTs, TGTs, and administrative roles.
If you are eligible, you must act fast. The application window is short, closing on December 26, 2025, and the exam is scheduled for February 2026.
| Organization | Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) |
| Exam Name | Limited Departmental Examination (LDE) / LDCE |
| Total Posts | 2499 |
| Who Can Apply? | Existing KVS Employees only (Internal) |
| Application Mode | Online (via Controlling Officer) |
| Last Date | December 26, 2025 |
| Exam Date | February 15, 2026 |
Important Dates
You need to keep a close eye on these dates to avoid missing the deadline.
- Notification Released: December 11, 2025
- Online Link Activation: December 12, 2025
- Last Date for Controlling Officer to Create Link: December 19, 2025
- Last Date for You to Apply Online: December 26, 2025
- Hardcopy Verification Deadline: January 9, 2026
- LDE Written Exam Date: February 15, 2026
Vacancy Details (2499 Posts)
KVS has distributed the vacancies across teaching and non-teaching staff. Here is the breakdown:
Administrative & Senior Posts:
- Principal: 157
- Vice-Principal: 125
- Head Master: 124
- Section Officer: 06
- Finance Officer: 05
- Assistant Section Officer (ASO): 107
- Senior Secretariat Assistant: 179
- Junior Secretariat Assistant: 49
Post Graduate Teachers (PGT):
- Physics: 138
- Chemistry: 128
- English: 94
- Economics: 80
- Biology: 74
- Hindi: 67
- Maths: 49
- History: 39
- Geography: 38
Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT):
- Maths: 307
- English: 258
- Social Studies: 253
- Science: 143
- Hindi: 79
Eligibility Criteria
Since this is a departmental exam, your service history within KVS is the most important factor. The cut-off date for calculating your age and service duration is January 1, 2026.
1. For Principal & Vice-Principal
- Principal: You need at least 8 years of combined regular service. Alternatively, holding a Master’s degree with specific years of service in lower grades (like Vice-Principal) is required.
- Vice-Principal: Open to PGTs with 5 years of regular service.
2. For PGT Posts (Teaching)
To apply for PGT, you generally need to be working as a TGT currently.
- Service Requirement: At least 3 years of regular service as a TGT in KVS.
- Academic: Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks + B.Ed.
3. For TGT Posts (Teaching)
To apply for TGT, you usually come from the Primary Teacher (PRT) cadre.
- Service Requirement: At least 5 years of regular service as a PRT.
- Academic: Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks + B.Ed.
- Mandatory: You must have qualified CTET (Paper-II).
4. For Non-Teaching Posts
- Head Master: PRTs with at least 5 years of regular service and CTET Paper-I qualification.
- Section/Finance Officer: Requires existing service as Assistant Section Officer or similar grades for 3-4 years depending on the specific post.
- Secretariat Assistants: Based on 3 years of regular service in the lower grade (e.g., Sub-staff applying for JSA).
Selection Process
The selection isn’t just based on your service record; you have to pass a test.
1. Teaching Posts (Principal, VP, PGT, TGT)
- Tier-I (Written Exam): A combination of Pen-Paper and OMR-based tests. It is 150 minutes long (2.5 hours).
- Tier-II (Interview): Candidates who pass the written exam will be called for an interview.
- Weightage: The final list is usually based on written marks and interview performance.
2. Non-Teaching Posts
- Finance Officer / Section Officer: Written Exam + Interview.
- ASO, SSA, JSA: Selection is based only on the Written Exam (Tier-I). There is no interview for these clerical posts.
Qualifying Marks:
You need to score a minimum of roughly 35% (General/OBC) or 33% (SC/ST/PwBD) to qualify, though this varies slightly by category.
How to Apply Online
The application process for LDE is different from open recruitment. You cannot just go to the website and register yourself directly; your Controlling Officer (usually your Principal or In-charge) starts the process.
Follow these steps:
- Contact Your Officer: Your Controlling Officer will log into the KVS portal and register you using your Employee Code.
- Receive the Link: Once they register you, a unique application link will be emailed to you.
- Fill the Form: Click the link, fill in your details, and upload your photo, signature, and certificates.
- Submit & Print: Submit the form online. Take a printout immediately.
- Verification: Hand over the hard copy of the application to your Controlling Officer. They will verify your service details, sign, and stamp it.
- Record Keeping: The verified hard copy stays with your unit/school for record purposes.
Note: Do not wait until the last day (Dec 26). The Controlling Officer must create your link by Dec 19, so approach them early!
Important Links
- Official Website: www.kvsangathan.nic.in
- Syllabus: Available under the “Employment” tab on the official site.
