PM SHRI KV AFS Chandinagar Special Educator Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya AFS Chandinagar is conducting a walk-in recruitment for the position of Special Educator in 2026. Kendriya Vidyalayas are operated under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and serve children of transferable Central Government employees including defence personnel. This recruitment is specifically for the KV located at Air Force Station Chandinagar. Special Educators in KVs work with children with special needs, providing inclusive education support. The selection will be done through walk-in interview process where eligible candidates can appear directly with required documents. This is a contractual/guest teacher position typical of KV recruitment drives at individual school level.

Important Dates

Note: Exact dates will be published on the school website and notice board.

Vacancy Details

Note: Exact vacancy count will be specified in the official notification. KV school-level recruitments typically have 1-2 positions per notification.

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Bachelor of Education in Special Education (B.Ed. Special Education) OR Bachelor's degree with B.Ed. and Diploma in Special Education
• Specialization Required: Learning Disability / Intellectual Disability / Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Desirable: Master's degree in Special Education or relevant field
• Additional: Valid RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) registration certificate
• Proficiency in Hindi and English languages

Age Limit

Typical/Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Valid Indian identification documents required

Application Process

This is a Walk-in Interview recruitment. No online application required.

Steps to Participate:

1. Download the notification from PM SHRI KV AFS Chandinagar official website or school notice board
2. Prepare application in prescribed format (biodata format usually provided in notification)
3. Arrange all required documents in original plus one set of self-attested photocopies
4. Reach the venue on the specified walk-in interview date at reporting time mentioned
5. Submit application and documents at the registration desk
6. Appear for interview as per the schedule/token number provided
7. Attend document verification if shortlisted on the same day

Required Documents:

• Filled application form with passport size photograph
• Educational certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, B.Ed., Special Education qualifications)
• RCI registration certificate
• Experience certificates (if any)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar card
• PAN card

Application Fees

Note: Walk-in interviews at KV school level typically do not require application fees.

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted through the following stages:

1. Document Verification: Initial screening of all educational qualifications, RCI registration, caste certificates and other mandatory documents to ensure eligibility criteria are met.

1. Written Test/Screening Test: A written assessment may be conducted covering special education pedagogy, child psychology, inclusive education practices, and subject knowledge relevant to special education (typically 50-100 marks).

1. Personal Interview: Candidates who clear document verification (and written test if conducted) will face an interview panel comprising Principal and senior teachers. Assessment will cover teaching methodology, special education expertise, classroom management skills, and communication abilities (typically 20-50 marks).

1. Demonstration/Practical Assessment: Candidates may be asked to demonstrate teaching skills or handle situation-based scenarios related to special education classroom management.

1. Final Merit List: Based on combined performance in all stages, final selection will be made. Preference given to candidates with relevant experience and higher qualifications.

1. Medical Fitness: Selected candidate must provide medical fitness certificate before joining.

Selection Test Pattern (if conducted)

Written Test Pattern (Typical/Indicative)

Note: Written test pattern varies by school. Some schools may conduct only interview without written test.

Interview/Viva Voce

Negative Marking: Typically no negative marking in KV school-level recruitment tests. If negative marking exists, it will be 0.25 marks per wrong answer.

Qualifying Marks: General candidates typically need 40-50% marks to qualify each stage.

Syllabus for Special Educator Position

Special Education Pedagogy

• Types of disabilities and their characteristics
• Learning disabilities: Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia
• Intellectual disabilities and assessment methods
• Autism Spectrum Disorder: identification and intervention
• ADHD and behavioral management strategies
• Individualized Education Program (IEP) development
• Assistive technology in special education
• Curriculum adaptation and modification techniques

Inclusive Education

• Concept and philosophy of inclusive education
• Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
• National Education Policy 2020 provisions for inclusive education
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• Barrier-free education environment
• Collaboration with regular teachers and parents
• Assessment and evaluation in inclusive settings

Child Psychology & Development

• Stages of child development (cognitive, social, emotional, physical)
• Piaget's theory of cognitive development
• Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory
• Learning theories and their application
• Motivation and classroom management
• Emotional and behavioral disorders in children
• Counseling techniques for children with special needs

Assessment and Intervention

• Screening and identification tools
• Diagnostic assessment methods
• Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)
• Remedial teaching strategies
• Multi-sensory teaching approaches
• Behavioral intervention techniques
• Progress monitoring and reporting

Professional Skills

• Communication skills (verbal and non-verbal)
• Parent counseling and collaboration
• Therapeutic techniques (basic speech therapy, occupational therapy concepts)
• Classroom organization for special needs
• Record keeping and documentation
• Professional ethics in special education

General Awareness

• Current developments in special education in India
• Government schemes for persons with disabilities
• Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) guidelines
• Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan policies
• National policies on education and disability

Salary and Benefits (Typical/Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Professional Development: Training opportunities through KVS workshops and seminars
• Working Environment: Structured school environment with resources for special education
• Experience Certificate: Valid teaching experience in central government school
• EPF/ESI: May be applicable as per engagement terms

Note: Special Educators hired at individual KV school level are typically on contractual/guest teacher basis with consolidated monthly remuneration. Salary varies by school and may range from ₹25,000 to ₹35,000 per month. Regular PGT/TGT/PRT positions in KVS have different pay scales under 7th CPC (Level 7/8 for PGT, Level 6/7 for TGT). Exact terms will be specified in the appointment letter.

Special Educators in Kendriya Vidyalayas initially join on contractual basis at school level. With experience and performance, they may apply for regular KVS recruitment when advertised centrally by Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan headquarters. Career progression includes opportunities to become Senior Special Educator, Resource Teacher, or transition to PGT/TGT positions by qualifying CTET and KVS national-level recruitment. Experienced special educators may also pursue roles in CBSE resource centers, NCERT, or state education departments.

For walk-in interview recruitment, no formal admit card is issued. Candidates should bring the downloaded notification, filled application form, and all original documents along with self-attested photocopies on the interview date. The reporting time and venue details will be clearly mentioned in the official notification published on the school website and notice board. Candidates are advised to reach the venue 30 minutes before the reporting time mentioned in the notification.

The result of the walk-in interview will be declared within 7-10 days after the interview process is completed. Selected candidates' names will be displayed on the school notice board and may also be uploaded on the school website. Selected candidates will be intimated through phone call or email for joining formalities. The merit list will show the names of selected and waitlisted candidates. Joining instructions and document requirements will be communicated to selected candidates individually.

Typical/Indicative cutoff expectations: For Special Educator positions in KVs, cutoff depends on the number of applicants and difficulty level of selection test. Generally, candidates scoring above 60% in written test (if conducted) and performing well in interview have good chances of selection. Category-wise cutoffs typically vary with UR candidates needing 55-65%, OBC candidates 50-60%, and SC/ST candidates 45-55% marks. Candidates with B.Ed. Special Education, RCI registration, and prior teaching experience in special education receive preference during merit list preparation.

Walk-in Interview Venue

Venue: PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya AFS Chandinagar premises

Location: Air Force Station Chandinagar (exact address will be provided in official notification)

State: The specific state location of AFS Chandinagar will be mentioned in the notification (Chandinagar locations exist in multiple states including Madhya Pradesh, Haryana)

Note: This is a school-level recruitment and the walk-in interview will be conducted only at the KV AFS Chandinagar campus. Candidates must physically present themselves at this location on the specified date. No other exam centres will be available as this is not a centralized examination.