
The DAV College Managing Committee (DAVCMC) has announced the DAV Recruitment 2026-27 drive for teaching and non-teaching staff across DAV Public Schools in India. The recruitment is being conducted for the 2027-28 academic session, with candidates from different states eligible to apply for the available posts.
The recruitment covers posts such as PGT, TGT, PRT, Nursery/Pre-Primary Teacher, Counsellor/Wellness Teacher and various non-teaching roles. The application process is conducted online through the centralised DAV recruitment portal, while the recruitment process includes document verification, a Computer-Based Test (CBT), demo class and interview.
DAVCMC released the DAV Staff Recruitment 2026-27 Notification on 16 September 2026 through its official recruitment portal, davrecruit.davcmc.in. Individual DAV schools and zones are also expected to publish their post-wise advertisements in national and regional newspapers between 16 and 22 September 2026.
Since vacancies can differ between schools and zones, candidates are required to check the specific advertisement of the school or zone they wish to apply for before submitting the application.
The DAV Recruitment 2026-27 process includes teaching and non-teaching positions, with applications being accepted online through the official DAV recruitment portal. Candidates should note the important dates related to registration, document verification, fee payment, admit card release and the DAV CBT.
| 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 |
| Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 8 October 2026 |
| 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 |
The DAV CBT is scheduled to take place in December 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the application and verification-related formalities within the specified timelines.
DAVCMC has not released a centralised vacancy figure for all of India. The number of vacancies will be notified separately by individual DAV schools or zones through their respective newspaper and website advertisements. Candidates should refer to the notification issued by their preferred school or zone, as the available posts and subject-wise vacancies may differ.
The eligibility requirements vary according to the post and subject. The general qualifications mentioned for the major categories are given below.
| 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 |
Candidates should check the relevant school or zone advertisement for the specific qualification requirements applicable to their preferred post.
he DAV Recruitment 2026 selection process includes the following stages:
Stage 1: Online CBT registration, document verification and fee payment.
Stage 2: Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted by the CBT Coordination Team, DAVCMC.
Stage 3: Demo class and interview conducted by the respective school’s Selection Committee.
Candidates who qualify for the CBT are issued a Provisional Eligibility Card (PEC).
The final employment offer is made after successfully clearing the demo class and interview.
Schools may charge a nominal handling fee during the demo-interview stage.
Eligible candidates can complete the DAV CBT 2027-28 registration through the official DAVCMC recruitment portal. The registration page allows candidates to create a new profile or log in to an existing profile.
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Steps to Apply for DAV Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the DAV recruitment application process:
Visit the official DAV Recruitment website, davrecruit.davcmc.in.
Register using your own mobile number and email ID and verify both through OTP.
Complete the CBT Registration Form with personal, academic and post-preference details.
Submit the form as “Form Ready for Verification”. The form remains editable at this stage.
Print the form and visit the nearest DAV Verification Center with the original testimonials.
Once the school verifies and approves the form, it becomes locked for editing.
Pay the CBT fee online within 7 days of approval.
Download and retain the confirmation receipt for future reference.
The DAV Recruitment 2026 application fee is Rs. 300 for all candidates. Candidates need to pay the fee online after document verification approval, within the prescribed fee-payment window. Successful fee payment is required to be eligible to appear for the DAV CBT.
The pay scales for teaching posts in DAV schools generally follow the levels given below. The exact in-hand salary may vary depending on the state and school.
| Post | Salary |
| 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) |
