Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026 — Complete Guide

Kendriya Vidyalayas are among the best government schools in India. With 1,250+ schools across the country and abroad, they provide CBSE education at minimal fees.

KV Admission Process

1. Online registration — on kvsonlineadmission.kvs.gov.in (usually opens in March)
2. Document verification — service certificate, transfer certificate, age proof
3. Priority-based selection — based on parent’s employment category
4. Lottery (if needed) — when applications exceed seats in a priority category
5. Admission confirmation — with required documents and fees

Priority Categories

1. Category 1 — Children of transferable central government employees (highest priority)
2. Category 2 — Children of transferable defence/paramilitary personnel
3. Category 3 — Children of non-transferable central government employees
4. Category 4 — Children of state government employees
5. Category 5 — Children of any other category (25% RTE quota)

Why Choose KV?

• CBSE curriculum — nationally recognised, competitive exam-aligned
• Transferable admission — easy transfer between KVs across India
• Minimal fees — fraction of private school cost
• Quality teachers — centrally recruited through rigorous process
• Good results — KV students consistently perform well in boards and competitive exams

Based on KVS admission guidelines 2025–2026. Verify at kvsangathan.nic.in. Last updated: February 2026.