DAV Staff Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for LDC, PGT, PRT and More Posts

DAV Staff Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The recruitment process for DAV Staff Recruitment 2026 follows a fixed timeline set by DAVCMC. Candidates should note each stage carefully, as the CBT datesheet will be condensed and multiple exams may fall on the same day/slot.

DAV Staff Vacancy 2026 – Posts Notified

DAV Staff Vacancy 2026 covers both teaching and non-teaching roles. The official notification states that all posts listed below may not be vacant in every school or zone; candidates must check individual school newspaper advertisements for the exact vacant posts near them.

Teaching Posts

• Nursery/Pre-Primary Teacher (female candidates only)
• Counsellor/Wellness Teacher
• PRT (Primary Teacher) – English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Maths, Science, Social Science, Computer Science, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bengali, Odia, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Music, Dance, Painting/Art & Craft, Library (Grade II), Physical Education
• TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) – English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Maths, Science, Social Science, Computer Science, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bengali, Odia, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Music, Dance, Painting/Art, Library (Grade I), Physical Education
• PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) – English, Hindi, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History, Political Science, Economics, Commerce, Computer Science, Psychology, Home Science, Sociology, Physical Education, Bengali

Ministerial / Non-Teaching Posts

• LDC (Accounts)
• LDC (Administration)
• UDC
• Assistant
• Front Office Assistant/Receptionist
• Library Assistant
• Lab Assistant (Biology)
• Lab Assistant (Chemistry)
• Lab Assistant (Physics)
• Lab Assistant (Computer)
• Nurse

Note: Vacancy numbers for each post are not specified in the official notification and are expected to be announced through school/zone-wise newspaper advertisements.

DAV Staff Recruitment Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for each post are not specified in the official notification provided. DAVCMC states that eligible candidates should refer to the specific school/zone advertisement published in national and regional newspapers between 16 and 22 September 2026 for post-wise eligibility details. One general eligibility condition is confirmed: a candidate is not allowed to appear in the CBT from an exam centre (school) where he/she, or his/her spouse or relative, is currently working.

DAV Staff Recruitment Qualification

Post-wise educational qualification is not specified in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the relevant school advertisement for the qualification required for their chosen post (Nursery/Pre-Primary Teacher, PRT, TGT, PGT, or Non-Teaching posts).

DAV Staff Recruitment Application Fee

Candidates who are verified and approved by their chosen DAV school must pay the CBT application fee online within 7 days of approval.

Only candidates who complete the fee payment will be permitted to appear in the CBT.

DAV Staff Recruitment Salary

Salary/pay-scale details for the teaching and non-teaching posts are not specified in the official notification.

DAV Staff Recruitment Selection Process

Selection under DAV Staff Recruitment 2026 takes place in two main stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): A centralised online exam conducted all over India as per the datesheet prepared by DAVCMC.
2. Demo-cum-Interview (Phase 3): Conducted separately by individual DAV schools, as and when advertised. Only candidates who clear both the demo and interview are offered employment. Schools may charge a nominal handling fee at this stage.

DAV CBT 2027-28 Exam Pattern

The CBT will be a computer-based exam of a total of 1.5 hours (90 minutes), comprising two papers held one after the other in the same slot. Note: this is last year's pattern; the pattern for CBT 2027-28 may change and will be notified in November 2026.

There is no negative marking in the DAV CBT.

Documents Required at the CBT Exam Centre

Candidates will not be allowed entry into the exam centre without the following mandatory items:

• Printed/hard copy of the Admit Card
• One recent, coloured passport-size photograph
• Original government-issued photo ID (PAN card, Driving Licence, Voter ID, Passport, Aadhaar/E-Aadhaar, etc.) matching the name and photo on the Admit Card

Prohibited items inside the exam centre include stationery items (printed/written material, calculators, pen drives, log tables, electronic pens/scanners), communication devices (smartwatch, mobile phone, Bluetooth devices, earphones, camera, etc.), wallets, goggles, handbags/pouches, and any opened or packed food item (except for diabetic candidates).

How to Apply for DAV Staff Recruitment 2026

1. Check advertisements for vacancies in different DAV schools/zones in national and regional newspapers (16 to 22 September 2026).
2. Visit the official DAV Recruitment website: davrecruit.davcmc.in.
3. Fill the online CBT Registration Form before 08 October 2026 and submit it as "Form Ready for Verification" (partial submission; the form remains editable at this stage).
4. Print the form and take it to the nearest DAV Verification Centre for verification of original testimonials (25 September to 16 October 2026). The school will verify and mark it "Verified and Approved for Payment"; after this, the form is locked.
5. Pay the CBT fee of Rs. 300/- online, within 7 days of approval, on the DAV Recruitment website only.
6. Wait for the datesheet, choose exam centre preference online (first-come-first-serve basis), and download the Admit Card once issued (November 2026).
7. Appear for the CBT as per the assigned date, shift, and centre (December 2026).

DAV Staff Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

Online applications for DAV Staff Recruitment 2026 are accepted only through the official portal: davrecruit.davcmc.in. Candidates must use their own Registered Mobile Number (RMN) and personal email ID throughout the process - the same details are needed later for verification, Admit Card download, and the Provisional Eligibility Card (PEC). Each candidate may apply for one post only, and duplicate applications will not be accepted.

Instructions for CBT Registration and Login Form

For Unregistered Users

• Please enter your full name, mobile number, and email address accurately. These details must belong to you.
• Your mobile number and email will be verified via OTP. Ensure you have access to the number and email you provide.
• The mobile number and password you provide will be used for all future logins. Choose a strong and memorable password.
• Please provide a valid email address. All official communication will be sent to this email.

For Registered Users

•  Enter your Username – This will be the mobile number that you provided during registration.
• Enter your Password – Use the same password that you created at the time of registration.
• Click on the "Login" button to access your account.
• If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" option to reset it.
• Visit your nearest DAV Verification Centre to get the form verified by the Admin.
• After verification, log in again and go to Proceed to Payment to complete your payment.

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