NVS Shillong Recruitment 2026 Quick Overview

Vacancy Details

The notification covers the following posts across all 26 venue JNVs. Post-wise vacancy numbers for each school have not been individually listed in the official notification. The subjects/posts available are:

Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) — 14 Subject Categories:

Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) — 19 Subject Categories:

Other Posts:

Each venue JNV has specific subject requirements. Candidates should check the venue-wise list before submitting their registration form to the appropriate school.

Category-wise vacancy breakup (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS): Not mentioned in the official notification. Each JNV principal will manage selections independently based on their requirement.

Application Fee

Not mentioned in the official notification.

Based on the walk-in interview nature of this recruitment and standard NVS contractual engagement practice, no application fee appears to be required. However, candidates should confirm this from the official notification or the venue school before submission.

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Age Limit

Reference date for age calculation: 1st June 2026

Category-wise age relaxation (SC/ST/OBC/PwD): Not explicitly mentioned in the official notification for contractual engagement. Candidates from reserved categories should contact the venue principal for clarification.

Retired teachers up to the age of 65 years may also be considered, subject to fitness and willingness as per the notification.

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Educational Qualification

PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) — General Subjects

Candidates must have one of the following:

• Integrated Post Graduate Course from an NCTE recognized institution in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate, including B.Ed. component
• Master's Degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in aggregate in the concerned subject

AND

• B.Ed. from an NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks
• OR Three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. from an NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks
• OR Four-year Integrated Degree from an NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks, including B.Ed. component

Subject-specific Master's Degree requirements:

PGT Computer Science (IT)

• M.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) or MCA from a recognized institution with at least 50% marks
• OR M.E. or M.Tech. (Computer Science/IT) with at least 50% marks
• Plus B.Ed. or three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. or four-year Integrated Degree with B.Ed. component with at least 50% marks from NCTE recognized institution

PGT Physical Education (Male and Female)

• Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks

PGT MIL (Assamese and Manipuri)

• Integrated PG Course in concerned subject with at least 50% marks from NCTE recognized institution including B.Ed. component
• OR Master's Degree in the Modern Indian Language concerned with at least 50% marks, AND B.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks (or equivalent integrated degrees)

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TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) — General Subjects (English, Hindi, Maths, Science, Social Science)

Candidates must have one of the following:

• Four-year integrated degree course from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks in concerned subjects and in aggregate, including B.Ed. component
• OR Bachelors/Honours Degree with at least 50% marks in concerned subjects and in aggregate, plus B.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks (or three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. with at least 50% marks)
• OR Post-Graduation in concerned subject with minimum 55% marks, studied the mentioned subjects at graduation level, plus three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks

Additionally: Qualified in Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) Paper-II conducted by CBSE.

Subject-specific conditions for TGT:

• TGT Hindi: Hindi as Elective/Main subject for at least 3 years/6 semesters
• TGT English: English as Elective/Main subject for at least 3 years/6 semesters
• TGT Maths: Mathematics as Elective/Main for at least 3 years/6 semesters + Physics for at least 1 year + one of Chemistry, Electronics, Computer Science, Statistics for at least 1 year
• TGT Science: Biology/Life Science/Botany/Zoology as Main subject for at least 3 years/6 semesters, with Chemistry and Botany/Zoology as subsidiary subjects
• TGT Social Science: Any two subjects from History, Geography, Economics, Political Science at graduation level, with one being History or Geography as Main for at least 3 years/6 semesters
• TGT 3rd Languages (Assamese, Bengali, Manipuri, Mizo, Bodo, Khasi, Garo, Nepali): Studied concerned regional language as subject/elective for at least 3 years/6 semesters. B.Sc. (Hons.) in Physics or Chemistry holders are NOT eligible for TGT Maths.

TGT Computer Science

• BCA with at least 50% marks from a recognized institution
• OR Graduation in Computer Science/IT with at least 50% marks (Computer Science as main subject in all years)
• OR BE/B.Tech. (Computer Science/IT) with at least 50% marks
• Plus CTET (Paper-II) qualification
• Plus B.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks (or equivalent integrated degrees)

TGT Art

• Bachelor's Degree in Drawing and Painting/Sculpture/Graphic Art/Fine Arts with at least 50% marks, with Drawing and Painting as Main subject in all years
• Plus B.Ed. with at least 50% marks from NCTE recognized institution

TGT Music

• Bachelor's Degree in Music/Performing Arts with at least 50% marks in concerned subject and in aggregate, with Music as main subject in all years of degree
• Plus B.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks

TGT Physical Education (Male and Female)

• Four-year integrated course or Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education/Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks
• OR Graduation with at least 50% marks plus B.P.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution with at least 50% marks in graduation and B.P.Ed. separately

TGT Library

• Bachelor's Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognized university with at least 50% marks
• Plus knowledge of Computer Applications

TGT Special Educator

• Graduation Degree from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks
• Any one of multiple B.Ed. (Special Education) qualifications, PG Diploma in Special Education, or Senior Diploma in Teaching the Deaf (multiple options listed in notification)
• Qualified in CTET (Elementary Stage Paper) conducted by CBSE
• Registered with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) with valid CRR number

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Female Staff Nurse

• B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing, or Regular Course in B.Sc. Nursing, or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized university/institute
• Registered as Nurse or Nurse Midwife (RN or RM) with any State Nursing Council
• Experience: Minimum two and a half years of experience in a hospital with at least 50 beds after acquiring the nursing qualification

Counselor

• Master's Degree (M.A./M.Sc.) in Psychology from a recognized university
• One Year Diploma in Guidance and Counselling from a recognized university
• Experience: At least one year of experience in Guidance and Counseling in educational institutes of Central/State/UT Government or Public Sector Undertaking

Hostel Superintendent

• Essential Academic Qualification: Graduation in any discipline
• Desirable: Master's degree / B.Ed., proficiency in regional language
• Prior Work Experience (one of the following):
  • Minimum 5 years in pay level 5 or above (7th CPC) in any recognized residential school
  • OR Minimum 7 years on consolidated pay not less than Rs. 29,200/month in any recognized residential school
  • OR Ex-Defence personnel with minimum 5 years in pay level 5 or above of 7th CPC
  • Note: Experience may be reduced to 3 years for candidates who have worked in JNVs

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Selection Process

The selection is purely based on a scoring/weightage system followed by a personal interaction (interview). There is no written exam.

For PGT posts — Total 100 marks:

For TGT posts (English, Hindi, Maths, Science, Social Science, Computer Science) — Total 100 marks:

For TGT Art and Music — Total 100 marks (80 marks weightage + 20 marks personal interaction)

For TGT Physical Education — Total 100 marks (80 marks weightage + 20 marks personal interaction)

For TGT Library — Total 100 marks (75 marks weightage + 25 marks personal interaction, with Computer Application certificate carrying 5 marks)

For TGT Special Educator — Total 100 marks (70 marks weightage + 30 marks personal interaction, with 16 marks for dealing with CwSN during interview)

For Female Staff Nurse — Total 100 marks (60 marks weightage + 40 marks personal interaction)

For Counselors — Total 100 marks (70 marks weightage + 30 marks personal interaction)

For Hostel Superintendent — Total 100 marks (60 marks weightage + 40 marks personal interaction)

Personal Interaction for PGT/TGT (core subjects) covers pedagogy, subject knowledge, regional language and English proficiency, suitability for residential schooling, computer proficiency, general knowledge, overall personality, and other areas.

Candidates found ineligible during document verification will not be permitted to appear in the personal interaction round.

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Salary and Pay Scale

Additional benefits mentioned in the notification:

• Rent-free bachelor accommodation within the Vidyalaya campus (if available)
• Free meals along with students during the contract period
• Maximum remuneration payable for 10 months in a session

Note: If the regular incumbent joins during the contract period, one month's remuneration will not be paid to the contractual staff as per the terms of engagement.

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Probation Period and Bond Details

• The engagement is purely on temporary/contractual basis up to the end of academic session 2026-27 or till a regular incumbent joins, whichever is earlier.
• The contract will automatically stand terminated on expiry of the stipulated period or when a regular appointee joins against the vacancy.
• Contractual staff will have no claim for extension or regularization of service in Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti.
• Selected candidates will need to execute a Contract Agreement on a Rs. 100 Non-Judicial Stamp in prescribed format before the Principal of the respective JNV.
• The contract may be terminated before expiry if performance is found unsatisfactory or conduct is deemed unsuitable for a co-educational residential institution.

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Job Location

Selected candidates will be posted at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas under the Shillong Region. These schools are located across seven states: Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh.

Contract staff are required to stay in the Vidyalaya campus and perform duties as per the directions of the Principal, at par with regular staff.

The specific venue school allotment will depend on which school a candidate registers with and gets selected at. Candidates should identify the correct venue school for their subject before submitting their registration form.

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Walk-in Interview Venues

The notification lists 26 JNV venues for the walk-in interview. A few key venues and their assigned subjects are:

How to Apply

This is a walk-in interview process with an email-based registration system. There is no online application portal. Follow these steps carefully:

👉Step 1: Download the Registration Form (Annexure-A) from the official NVS Shillong Regional Office website or from the official notification PDF

👉Step 2: Identify the correct venue JNV for the subject and post you are applying for. Each subject is mapped to a specific venue school. Only send your form to the school where your subject is listed.

👉Step 3: Fill in the Registration Form completely with accurate personal, educational, and professional details. Affix a self-attested recent passport-size photograph.

👉Step 4: Send the filled registration form via email to the email address of the venue Vidyalaya/Principal. No supporting documents are to be attached at this stage. The form alone should be emailed.

👉Step 5: Submit the email registration between 13 April 2026 and 28 April 2026. Forms received after 28 April 2026 will not be considered.

👉Step 6: The venue Principal will review registrations and schedule interview dates within the 6 to 9 May 2026 window. Candidates will be notified of their specific interview date by 1 May 2026 via their registered email.

👉Step 7: Attend the walk-in interview physically at the assigned venue JNV on the scheduled date. Bring all original certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, one recent passport-size photograph, and an identity proof (Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, or identity card issued by Government schools/colleges).

👉Step 8: Carry self-attested photocopies of all documents. Experience certificates must be in the prescribed format as per the annexures in the notification (Format-B for PGT/TGT/Staff Nurse/Hostel Superintendent, Format-C for Counselors with JNV experience, Format-D for Counselors with non-JNV experience).

Required Documents

Bring the following on the day of walk-in interview:

• Original certificates and mark sheets from Class 10 onwards
• Self-attested photocopies of all the above
• Experience certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure-B, C, or D as applicable)
• One recent passport-size photograph
• Identity proof: Voter ID / Aadhaar Card / Identity Card issued by Government Schools and Colleges
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable, with documentary proof
• Physical disability certificate if applicable
• CTET/CTET Paper-II certificate (for applicable TGT posts)
• RCI registration certificate with valid CRR number (for TGT Special Educator)
• State Nursing Council registration certificate (for Female Staff Nurse)

Note: No documents are required at the time of email registration. All originals must be presented physically on the day of the walk-in interview.

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Important Instructions

• Engagement is purely on contractual basis for the session 2026-27 only, with no right to regularization
• Candidates found ineligible during document verification on interview day will not be allowed to participate in the personal interaction
• Each contractual staff member is required to stay on the Vidyalaya campus
• Staff must devote full time to Vidyalaya duties and cannot engage in any trade or business independently during the contract period
• Contract will terminate automatically when a regular incumbent joins, regardless of remaining contract duration
• One month's remuneration will not be paid if the regular incumbent joins during the contract period
• Candidates must submit an undertaking that no criminal case or complaint of criminal nature is pending against them
• Retired teachers up to 65 years of age may be considered subject to fitness and willingness
• 8 days of casual leave are available for a 10-month contract period
• The remuneration for short breaks will be paid only in the month of April on completion of the contract
• Contract staff are not entitled to any terminal benefits at the end of the contract
• The registration form must be emailed, not posted. No hard copy submission is required at the registration stage.

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The selection process here is not your typical competitive exam route, and that changes a few things candidates should think about carefully before registering.

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Who Is This Really For?

This engagement suits candidates who already have solid experience in the education sector and are looking for structured work in a recognized government residential school setting. The weightage system rewards experience heavily, particularly residential school experience. Freshers who have just cleared B.Ed. with no teaching experience will likely score very low on the experience component, which carries significant weightage across all posts.

For candidates in Northeast India who are comfortable with residential life and have prior JNV or government school experience, this is a well-suited short-term engagement. The salary is reasonable, accommodation and meals are provided within the campus, and working within NVS adds credibility to a teaching resume.

If you have been working as a contractual teacher in any JNV previously, your chances here are notably better because the weightage tables favor residential school experience and JNV-specific experience is rewarded at double the marks of non-residential government school experience.

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Hidden Challenges

The contractual nature of this engagement is both its key feature and its biggest limitation. There is no guarantee of extension beyond the session, and there is no path to regularization through this route. If a regular teacher joins mid-session, the contract ends — and importantly, one month's salary may not be paid in that scenario.

The posting locations are spread across Northeast India, including some relatively remote districts. Candidates who are not comfortable living on campus in a residential school setting in states like Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, or interior parts of Assam and Meghalaya should think practically about relocation before applying.

The application process itself requires attention. You must identify the correct venue JNV for your subject, send your registration to the right email address, and ensure you are available physically for the interview between 6 to 9 May 2026. If you send your form to the wrong venue or miss the email window, there is no provision for transfer or reconsideration.

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Reality Check

The monthly remuneration of Rs. 40,625 to Rs. 44,900 is acceptable for a contractual role, but this should be understood clearly — it is contractual pay, not a government pay scale. No terminal benefits, no pension, and no guarantee of continuation. The accommodation and meals benefit on campus does partially offset daily living costs, which is worth factoring in.

For candidates who are already in the Northeast and have prior teaching experience in recognized schools, this is genuinely worth attending the walk-in for. For someone relocating from another state purely for a one-session contract, the calculation needs to be more careful. The subjects available are specific per venue, and many venues have only one or two posts open, so competition within each venue will be real even if it is not as broad as a national-level exam.

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❓Frequently Asked Questions

These are the questions that come up most among candidates once they read through this notification.

Q1. How many vacancies are there in NVS Shillong Walk-in Interview 2026?

The total vacancy count is not specified in the official notification. There are 36 post categories across 26 JNV venues. Each venue has specific subject requirements. Candidates should check the venue-wise subject list in the official notification and contact the respective JNV principal for exact vacancy availability at that school.

Q2. What is the last date to register for NVS Shillong Walk-in Interview 2026?

The last date to submit the registration form via email to the venue Vidyalaya principal is 28 April 2026. Registration starts from 13 April 2026. The walk-in interview itself will be held from 6 May to 9 May 2026.

Q3. Who can apply for this NVS Shillong contractual recruitment?

Qualified teachers with the relevant degree and B.Ed. qualification can apply for PGT and TGT posts. B.Sc. Nursing graduates with 2.5 years of hospital experience can apply for Female Staff Nurse. M.A./M.Sc. Psychology holders with one year counseling experience can apply for Counselor. Graduates with specific residential school work experience can apply for Hostel Superintendent.

Q4. What is the age limit for NVS Shillong 2026 recruitment?

For PGT, TGT, and Female Staff Nurse: maximum 50 years as on 1 June 2026. For Counselors: above 28 and below 50 years as on 1 June 2026. For Hostel Superintendent: minimum 35 and maximum 62 years as on 1 June 2026. Retired ex-NVS and government school teachers may apply up to 65 years.

Q5. Is CTET mandatory for applying as TGT?

Yes. For TGT posts in English, Hindi, Maths, Science, Social Science, and Computer Science, candidates must have qualified in CTET (Paper-II) conducted by CBSE. TGT posts like Art, Music, Physical Education, Library, and 3rd Language subjects have different conditions. TGT Special Educator requires CTET (Elementary Stage) qualification.

Q6. What is the selection process for NVS Shillong contractual engagement?

There is no written examination. Selection is based on a document-based weightage scoring system that includes marks for educational qualification, B.Ed. percentage, higher qualifications, teaching experience, and then a personal interaction (interview). Total marks vary by post (typically 75 to 80 for document scoring and 20 to 40 for personal interaction, totalling 100 marks).

Q7. What is the monthly salary for contractual teachers in NVS Shillong 2026?

PGT: Rs. 42,250 per month. TGT: Rs. 40,625 per month. Female Staff Nurse: Rs. 40,625 per month. Counselor: Rs. 44,900 per month. Hostel Superintendent: Rs. 35,750 per month. In addition, campus accommodation and free meals are available during the contract period.

Q8. How do I apply for NVS Shillong Walk-in Interview 2026?

Download and fill the Registration Form (Annexure-A) from the official notification. Email it to the venue JNV principal's email address (given in the notification) between 13 and 28 April 2026. No documents need to be attached with the email. All originals must be brought physically on the day of the walk-in interview.

Q9. Is this a permanent government job?

No. This is a purely contractual engagement for the academic session 2026-27 only, or until a regular incumbent joins the post, whichever is earlier. There is no provision for regularization or extension of service. Contractual staff have no claim to permanent employment in NVS through this route.

Q10. Which states are covered under NVS Shillong Region?

The Shillong Regional Office covers JNVs in Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh. The 26 interview venues are spread across these seven states, with the majority in Assam.

Q11. Can I apply for multiple posts or multiple venues?

The notification does not explicitly restrict applications to one venue or one post. However, each post is assigned to a specific venue JNV, and candidates must submit their form to the correct school's email based on the subject they are applying for. If you are eligible for more than one subject, you may contact the respective venue principals separately.

Q12. What documents are needed on the day of the walk-in interview?

Original certificates from Class 10 onwards with self-attested photocopies, experience certificate in prescribed format (Annexure-B, C, or D), one passport-size photograph, identity proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID), category certificate if applicable, and for specific posts — State Nursing Council registration, RCI registration certificate, or CTET certificate as relevant.

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Final Instructions for Candidates

This NVS Shillong contractual recruitment is a practical option for qualified teachers and professionals in the Northeast who have the right subject background and some relevant experience. The walk-in format keeps the process straightforward, but the email registration deadline of 28 April 2026 needs to be treated seriously. Missing it means missing the window entirely, since the venue principals schedule interviews based on the registration pool they receive.

If your subject matches one of the 26 venue schools listed in the notification, identify the correct venue, download the registration form, and email it before the deadline. On the interview day, make sure your experience certificates follow the prescribed Annexure format. That document accuracy often makes a real difference in the scoring system used here.

Check the official NVS Shillong Regional Office website at navodaya.gov.in/nvs/ro/Shillong/en/home/index.html for the official notification PDF, Annexure forms, and any updates or corrections that may be issued before the interview dates.

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👉 This article is based on the official notification (Ref No. 2-16/NVS(SHR)/Estt.I/133, dated 09 April 2026) issued by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, Regional Office Shillong, and has been simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and legally binding information, always refer to the official notification and the official NVS Shillong website.