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The DAV College Managing Committee (DAVCMC) has opened its yearly recruitment drive for teaching and non-teaching staff across DAV Public Schools in India. This year’s cycle is meant for the 2027-28 academic session, and candidates from all states can apply for posts such as PRT, TGT, PGT, and various non-teaching roles. The whole process runs online through a centralized computer-based test conducted by DAVCMC. Read the article below to know the details of the recruitment, vacancy, application fees, and more.
DAVCMC has extended the Last Date to Apply Online link from till 11 October 2026 and Document Verification Date remains same till 16 October 2026.
DAV Recruitment 2026-27 Out
DAVCMC has released the DAV Recruitment 2026-27 notification for PRT, TGT, PGT, and non-teaching posts across DAV schools in India, with online applications open from 16th September to 11 October 2026 (extended). Candidates need to complete document verification at their nearest DAV Verification Centre and pay the fees before appearing in the CBT scheduled for December 2026. Selection follows a three-phase process covering the CBT, demo class, and interview, with admit cards to be released in November 2026.
DAV Staff Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | DAV College Managing Committee (DAVCMC) |
| Posts | PGT, TGT, PRT, Nursery/Pre-Primary Teacher, Counsellor/Wellness Teacher, Non-Teaching Staff |
| Exam Name | DAV CBT 2027-28 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | davrecruit.davcmc.in |
DAV CBT Exam 2027: Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of the following important dates for the DAV School Recruitment 2026-27 process. The CBT is scheduled to be conducted in December 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | |
| Document Verification | 25 September to 16 October 2026 |
| Fee Payment | Within 7 days of verification approval |
| Admit Card | November 2026 |
| DAV CBT Exam | December 2026 |
DAV Vacancy 2026-27
The exact number of vacancies will be announced separately by each DAV school or zone through their own newspaper and website advertisements, so a single all-India vacancy count is not issued by DAVCMC centrally. Candidates are advised to check the specific advertisement of the zone or school they wish to apply to, since posts and subject-wise openings vary widely by state.
| Post/Role | Vacancy Details |
|---|---|
| PGT | Subject-wise vacancies will be announced by individual schools/zones |
| TGT | Subject-wise vacancies will be announced by individual schools/zones |
| PRT | School/zone-wise vacancies |
| Nursery/Pre-Primary Teacher | School/zone-wise vacancies |
| Counsellor/Wellness Teacher | School/zone-wise vacancies |
| Non-Teaching Staff | LDC, UDC, Assistant, Receptionist, Library Assistant, Lab Assistant, Nurse, etc. |
DAV Eligibility Criteria: Who is Eligible?
Educational qualification requirements differ by post and subject. The table below gives a general idea for the major categories.
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| PRT (Primary Teacher) | Graduation with B.Ed. or equivalent, as per subject requirement |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | Graduation with B.Ed. in the relevant subject |
| PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) | Postgraduate degree with B.Ed. in the relevant subject |
| Nursery/Pre-Primary Teacher | Graduation with Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) or equivalent; female candidates only |
| Lab Assistant (Chemistry/Physics/Biology) | B.Sc. in the relevant subject |
| LDC/UDC/Assistant | Graduation, preferably in commerce for accounts-related posts |
| Library Assistant | Graduation with a diploma in library and Information Science, where specified |
| Nurse | B.Sc. Nursing or GNM |
DAV CBT Apply Online Link
Candidates can fill out the DAV CBT 2027-28 registration form directly through the link below. This link takes applicants straight to the login and registration page on the official DAVCMC recruitment portal, where they can create a new profile or sign in to an existing one.
How to Apply for DAV School Recruitment 2026?
The DAV application process has multiple stages, starting with online registration and ending with fee payment. Candidates must complete each step in order, since the form gets locked after verification. Below is the step-by-step process to apply.
- Visit the official DAV Recruitment 2027 website, davrecruit.davcmc.in.
- Register using your own mobile number and email ID, and verify both through OTP.
- Fill the CBT Registration Form with personal, academic, and post-preference details.
- Submit the form as “Form Ready for Verification” (this stage remains editable).
- Print the form and visit the nearest DAV Verification Center with original testimonials.
- After the school verifies and approves the form, it gets locked for editing.
- Pay the CBT fee online within 7 days of approval.
- Download and save the confirmation receipt for future reference.
DAV Application Fees
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| DAV Application Fee | Rs. 300 |
| Applicable For | All candidates |
| Payment Mode | Online |
| Fee Payment Stage | After document verification approval |
| Payment Deadline | Within the prescribed fee-payment window |
| CBT Eligibility | Fee payment is required to appear for the CBT |
DAV Exam Pattern 2026-27
The DAV CBT is a computer-based exam lasting 90 minutes in total, split into two back-to-back papers held in the same slot. This year’s exact pattern will be confirmed by DAVCMC closer to the exam date, but based on the pattern followed in recent cycles, candidates can expect the structure below.
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Questions | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | 20 minutes | 15 MCQs | English |
| Paper 2 | Main Subject/Post Knowledge | 70 minutes | 40 MCQs | English, except regional languages, Hindi & Sanskrit |
There is no negative marking in the exam. The test is held in three shifts across India – morning, afternoon, and evening.
DAV Teacher Selection Process 2026
Selection for DAV posts happens in three phases, and candidates must clear each stage to move ahead.
- Phase 1: Online CBT registration, document verification, and fee payment.
- Phase 2: Computer-Based Test conducted by the CBT Coordination Team, DAVCMC.
- Phase 3: Demo class and interview conducted by the individual school’s Selection Committee.
- Only candidates who qualify for the CBT receive a Provisional Eligibility Card (PEC).
- Final employment offers are given only after clearing the demo and interview round.
- Schools may charge a nominal handling fee at the demo-interview stage.
DAV Salary 2026 (Expected)
Pay scales for teaching posts in DAV schools generally follow the levels below, though the exact in-hand salary can vary by state and school.
- PGT: Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100 (Level 8)
- TGT: Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400 (Level 7)
- PRT: Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 (Level 6)



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