PM SHRI School JNV Kandhamal Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 15 Teachers/ Experts Posts

PM SHRI School at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) Kandhamal is recruiting 15 Teachers and Expert positions under the PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) initiative. This recruitment is conducted by the school administration to fill teaching positions across various subjects for quality education delivery. PM SHRI Schools are upgraded model schools under the central government scheme aiming to provide exemplary education. Selected candidates will serve as subject teachers, trained graduate teachers, or subject experts depending on their qualification and specialization. The positions offer stability, government benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to nation-building through education.

Important Dates

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Educational Qualification

• TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher): Bachelor's Degree with minimum 50% marks + B.Ed./B.El.Ed. from recognized university
• PGT (Post Graduate Teacher): Master's Degree in relevant subject with minimum 50% marks + B.Ed. from recognized university
• Subject Experts: Master's Degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks and NET/SLET/SET qualification
• Primary Teachers: Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with minimum 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.)
• CTET/TET qualification mandatory for teaching positions

Age Limit

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

Candidates must be Indian citizens as per the Constitution of India.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official PM SHRI School JNV Kandhamal website or designated recruitment portal
2. Click on 'Recruitment 2026' or 'Teachers/Experts Recruitment' notification link
3. Read the detailed notification carefully and check eligibility criteria
4. Click on 'Apply Online' or 'New Registration' button
5. Register with valid email ID and mobile number to generate Registration ID
6. Login using Registration ID and password
7. Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and professional details
8. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents (JPG/PDF format)
9. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
10. Submit the application form and save the acknowledgement/registration slip
11. Take printout of the submitted application for future reference

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)

Selection Stages

1. Screening of Applications: Initial shortlisting based on educational qualifications, experience, and eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification.

1. Written Examination: Computer-based or offline written test covering subject knowledge, teaching methodology, general awareness, reasoning ability, and language proficiency. Duration typically 2-3 hours.

1. Skill Test/Demo Teaching: Shortlisted candidates may be required to give a demonstration lesson or teaching presentation to assess classroom management and subject delivery skills.

1. Personal Interview: Face-to-face interview conducted by expert panel to evaluate subject expertise, communication skills, teaching aptitude, and overall personality. Carries 15-20% weightage.

1. Document Verification: Original certificates and documents verified including educational qualifications, age proof, category certificates, experience certificates, and identity proof.

1. Medical Examination: Basic medical fitness test to ensure candidate meets health standards required for teaching profession.

1. Final Merit List: Prepared based on combined performance in written test, interview, and other stages as per prescribed weightage.

Written Examination Pattern

Paper-I (General Aptitude & Subject Knowledge)

Paper-II (Subject Expert Level - if applicable)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer in objective type questions. No negative marking for descriptive questions if any.

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History, Culture and National Movement
• Geography of India and World
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Economic and Social Development
• Environmental Ecology and Biodiversity
• General Science and Scientific Research
• Current National and International Events
• Sports, Awards and Honors

Teaching Aptitude & Pedagogy

• Principles of Teaching and Learning
• Learner-Centered and Activity-Based Teaching
• Classroom Management Techniques
• Assessment and Evaluation Methods
• Educational Psychology and Child Development
• Inclusive Education and Special Needs
• ICT in Education and Digital Learning
• National Education Policy (NEP) 2020

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Logical and Analytical Reasoning
• Number Series and Pattern Recognition
• Coding-Decoding and Blood Relations
• Direction Sense and Ranking
• Data Interpretation and Analysis
• Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
• Problem Solving and Decision Making

Language Proficiency

• Grammar and Vocabulary
• Comprehension and Précis Writing
• Sentence Formation and Error Detection
• Synonyms, Antonyms and Idioms
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech
• Essay and Letter Writing

Subject-Specific Knowledge (varies by post)

• Mathematics: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Statistics, Number Theory
• Science: Physics (Mechanics, Optics, Electricity), Chemistry (Organic, Inorganic, Physical), Biology (Botany, Zoology, Human Physiology)
• Social Science: History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology
• English: Literature, Grammar, Composition, Communication Skills
• Hindi: Vyakaran, Sahitya, Rachna, Kavya
• Computer Science: Programming, Data Structures, Networking, Database Management

Educational Technology & Innovation

• Use of Audio-Visual Aids in Teaching
• E-Learning Platforms and Tools
• Smart Classroom Technologies
• MOOCs and Online Resources
• Educational Research Methodology
• Innovative Teaching Practices

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits: Grade Pay, Annual Increment, Medical Facilities, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension (as per NPS/OPS), Children Education Allowance, and other central government benefits.

Career progression in PM SHRI Schools follows the central government education service ladder. Teachers can be promoted from TGT to PGT level, and subsequently to Vice Principal and Principal positions based on experience, performance, and departmental examinations. Further opportunities exist for selection as District Education Officers, Deputy Directors, and senior administrative roles in the education department through competitive internal selections and seniority-cum-merit basis.

Admit cards will be released approximately 10-15 days before the examination date on the official recruitment portal. Candidates must download the admit card by logging in with their Registration ID and password. The admit card contains important details including exam date, time, venue, reporting time, and instructions. No physical admit card will be sent by post; candidates must carry a printout along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

Results will be declared on the official website within 4-6 weeks after the examination or interview process. Candidates can check their results by entering their Registration ID or Roll Number. The result will display category-wise merit lists with qualifying status. Shortlisted candidates will be called for subsequent selection stages. Final selection list will be published after completion of all recruitment stages including document verification.

Typical cutoff marks for written examination range between 55-65% for General category, 50-60% for OBC, and 45-55% for SC/ST categories. The cutoff varies annually based on exam difficulty level, number of applicants, and vacancy positions. Subject-specific posts generally have higher cutoffs (60-70% for General) compared to general teaching positions. Interview cutoff typically requires minimum 40-50% marks across all categories.

Examination Centres

North India: Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur, Shimla, Dehradun, Jammu, Prayagraj, Meerut, Agra

South India: Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, Mysuru, Coimbatore, Madurai

East India: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Ranchi, Rourkela, Cuttack, Gaya, Jamshedpur, Berhampur, Kandhamal (Odisha)

West India: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, Nagpur, Indore, Bhopal, Vadodara, Nashik, Rajkot

Northeast India: Guwahati, Shillong, Agartala, Imphal, Aizawl, Dibrugarh, Itanagar, Gangtok

Central India: Bhopal, Indore, Raipur, Bilaspur, Jabalpur, Gwalior