The DAV (Dayanand Anglo-Vedic) Group of Schools has released the DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 notification for recruitment to teaching and non-teaching posts across multiple states and zones in India. The DAV Centre for Management and Consultancy (DAVCMC) is conducting the DAV Common Battery Test (CBT-2027) for selection of candidates for various posts including PGT, TGT, PRT, NTT, Counsellors, Librarians, and Ministerial staff.
Interested candidates can apply online through the official DAV recruitment portal davrecruit.davcmc.in from 16 September 2026. The last date to submit the online form for verification is 08 October 2026, 8:00 PM. The CBT is tentatively scheduled to be held in December 2026 for most regions. Final selection will be based on the demo-interview conducted at the respective DAV schools.
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DAV School Staff 2026: Overview
The DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for candidates to join the DAV network of schools across India. Below is a detailed overview with all key information for aspirants.
Organization
DAV Centre for Management and Consultancy (DAVCMC)
16 Sep 2026 for most regions; 17 Sep for Chandigarh, Maharashtra A&C and Jharkhand-K; 20 Sep (date of publication) for Rajasthan; 21 Sep for HP-F; 22 Sep for Chhattisgarh
Online Form Submission for Verification (Step 1)
08 Oct 2026, 8:00 PM
Verification at DAV School (Step 2)
25 Sep–16 Oct 2026 (varies by region)
CBT Fee Payment (Step 3)
Within 7 days of approval
CBT Exam
December 2026 (January 2027 for HP Zone-F)
Result & P.E.C.
By 30 Dec 2026 (tentative)
Demo/Interview (Final Round)
Tentatively March–April 2027
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Posts
The DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 includes a wide range of teaching and non-teaching posts across various regions. Below is a detailed table showing the post-wise distribution.
LDC (Accounts), LDC (Admin), UDC, Assistant, Front Office Assistant/Receptionist, Library Assistant, Lab Assistant, Nurse, Store Keeper, Hostel Warden
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Notification
The DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Notification is provided below for candidates’ reference. This notification contains complete details about vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, and selection procedure. Aspirants can refer to it to ensure they meet all requirements before applying.
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Application Process
The DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 application process involves three steps. Candidates can apply for only one post using their own Registered Mobile Number (RMN).
Register with your own Registered Mobile Number (RMN)
3
Fill the online CBT form and submit it for verification by 08 Oct 2026
4
This is only a partial submission
Step 2: “Verified and Approved for Payment”
Step
Procedure
1
Print the form and take it, with your testimonials, to the nearest DAV school (verification centre) before 16 Oct 2026
2
This step is mandatory for final submission and it activates the payment portal
Step 3: “CBT Fee”
Step
Procedure
1
Pay the exam fee online within 7 days of approval
2
Where the ads state the fee, it is ₹300
DAV Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Events
Dates
Newspaper advertisements by zones/schools
16 – 22 September 2026
Online registration (Step 1: “Form Ready for Verification”)
16 September – 08 October 2026
Document verification at CBT verification centre (Step 2)
25 September – 16 October 2026
CBT fee payment (Step 3)
Within 7 days of “Verified and Approved for Payment”
CBT datesheet, exam centre selection and admit card
November 2026
CBT exam
December 2026
Result and Provisional Eligibility Card (P.E.C.)
Within 15–20 days after the last CBT
Demo-interview (Phase 3)
Advertised by schools in newspapers after the CBT
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is as per DAVCMC / State / CBSE norms, unless an ad says otherwise. The key qualifications for major posts are given below.
DAV School Staff Educational Qualification 2026
Post
Essential Qualification
NTT
2-year D.El.Ed or 2-year JBT or 4-year B.El.Ed (all face-to-face), or B.Ed from an NCTE-recognised institution. Female only.
Counsellor
Graduate/PG in Psychology or Child Development, or a Diploma in Career Guidance & Counselling.
PRT
Graduate/PG with 50% marks, plus JBT/D.El.Ed (face-to-face) or B.Ed, plus CTET/STET (Primary). For PET: BPEd/MPEd. Fine Arts/Music degree for those posts. Librarian: B.Lib/M.Lib.
TGT
Graduate/PG with 50% marks, plus B.Ed, plus CTET/STET (Middle/Secondary). For PET: BPEd/MPEd. BA/MA Fine Arts or Music for those posts. Librarian: B.Lib/M.Lib. 3 years’ teaching experience required.
PGT
PG in the subject with 50% marks, plus B.Ed (MPEd for PET). 5 years’ CBSE Sr. Secondary teaching experience mandatory. CTET/STET desirable. Experience certificate mandatory.
LDC (Accounts)
B.Com. Computer proficiency, Tally, and noting & drafting are preferred.
LDC (Admin)
Graduate degree. Computer proficiency, noting & drafting are preferred.
UDC (Accounts)
10 years as LDC (Accounts).
Assistant (Accounts)
10 years as UDC (Accounts).
Nurse
ANM/GNM.
DAV School Staff Age Limit 2026
Region
Age Limit
Bihar
Below 35 as on 31/12/2026, or up to 40 with 5+ years of CBSE teaching experience
Jharkhand-H
PGT max 40; TGT, PRT, NTT and non-teaching max 35
HP-I
NTT 18–45
Others
As per State/CBSE norms
Mandatory Requirements
Region
Mandatory Requirements
Chhattisgarh
B.Ed is mandatory for teaching posts
HP-I
B.Ed and TET are mandatory
Jharkhand B/H/J
B.Ed and TET are mandatory
Maharashtra
CTET/STET for TGT and PRT
All Regions
English fluency required for all posts; computer knowledge desirable
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes the DAV Common Battery Test (CBT-2027), followed by a demo-interview at the respective DAV school.
Stage
Details
CBT Exam
Held at DAV schools, mostly in December 2026
Provisional Eligibility Card (P.E.C.)
Qualifiers get a P.E.C.
Demo-Interview
P.E.C. holders can apply to any DAV school in India for a demo-interview (final round), which is advertised in newspapers
Final Selection
Based on the demo-interview at the school
Contractual Appointments
Candidates may be considered for contractual appointments based on Phase III performance
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Region-wise Details
The DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 covers multiple regions across India. Below is a detailed region-wise summary.
6 schools including DAV Model School Sec 15-A, C L Aggarwal DAV Model School Sec 7-B, Kailash Bahl DAV Sr Sec Public School Sec 7-B, DAV Public School Sec 8-C, DAV Public School Sec 39-D, DAV Public Sr Sec School Phase 10 Sec 64 Mohali
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Key Discrepancies to Watch
Item
Details
Application window opens
16 Sep 2026 for most regions; 17 Sep for Chandigarh, Maharashtra A&C and Jharkhand-K; 20 Sep for Rajasthan; 21 Sep for HP-F; 22 Sep for Chhattisgarh. All close 08 Oct 2026, 8:00 PM
CBT month
December 2026 for most; January 2027 for HP Zone-F, and in the header of Jharkhand Zone-K
Step 1 deadline
Delhi and MP C&D print “before 17 Oct 2026,” which conflicts with the 08 Oct portal close. Treat 08 Oct as the safe deadline
Jammu prints “davrecruitment.davcmc.in”; HP-B prints “daveme”/”davemc”; Rajasthan prints “davecruit”/”drdavrecruit.” The correct site is davrecruit.davcmc.in
Other errors in ads
Jammu lists the same email for R.S. Pura and Poonch; Rajasthan prints “Oct 2126” and “Offline CBT fee”; Jharkhand-H’s reference number says “Sep-2027”
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 Important Rules
Rule
Details
Single Application
You can apply for only one post, using your own Registered Mobile Number (RMN)
Duplicate Applications
Duplicate applications lead to cancellation
Centre Restriction
You cannot take the CBT at a centre where you, your spouse or a relative works
Non-CBT-Qualified Guest Faculty
Must take CBT 2027
Regular Staff Seeking Higher Post
Need an NOC from their school head
CBT-2026 Selected Candidates
Exempt only if they stay in the same school and post. Joining another DAV school needs CBT-2027 plus an NOC
Mobile Number & Email
Use your own mobile number and email, and keep them unchanged
CBT Common
The CBT is common for all posts, and vacancies differ by school
Final Selection
By demo and panel interview at zonal centres. Services are transferable
Age Relaxation
As per State/CBSE norms
DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online form for verification is 08 October 2026, 8:00 PM. The verification at DAV school must be completed before 16 October 2026.
Q2. How can I apply for DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates must register on the official portal https://davrecruit.davcmc.in/, fill the online CBT form, submit it for verification by 08 Oct 2026, print the form and take it with testimonials to the nearest DAV school before 16 Oct 2026, and pay the CBT fee online within 7 days of approval.
Q3. How many posts are available in DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The recruitment covers a wide range of teaching and non-teaching posts including PGT, TGT, PRT, NTT, Counsellor, Librarian, and Ministerial staff across multiple states and zones in India.
Q4. What is the eligibility for DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Eligibility is as per DAVCMC / State / CBSE norms. For PRT: Graduate/PG with 50% marks plus JBT/D.El.Ed or B.Ed plus CTET/STET. For TGT: Graduate/PG with 50% marks plus B.Ed plus CTET/STET with 3 years’ teaching experience. For PGT: PG in the subject with 50% marks plus B.Ed with 5 years’ CBSE Sr. Secondary teaching experience.
Q5. Is there an application fee for DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Yes, where the ads state the fee, it is ₹300, payable online within 7 days of approval.
Q6. What is the selection process for DAV School Staff Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The selection process includes the DAV Common Battery Test (CBT-2027), followed by a demo-interview at the respective DAV school. Qualifiers get a Provisional Eligibility Card (P.E.C.) and can apply to any DAV school in India for a demo-interview.
Q7. When will the DAV CBT 2026 be conducted?
Ans: The DAV-CBT is held at DAV schools, mostly in December 2026. For HP Zone-F and the header of Jharkhand Zone-K, it is scheduled for January 2027. The result and P.E.C. are expected by 30 December 2026 (tentative).
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