KVS & NVS Teacher Salary 2026 — PRT, TGT, PGT Pay & In-hand
KVS / NVS teacher salary by grade
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) are central-government autonomous bodies, so their teachers are on the 7th CPC pay matrix. The grade-to-level mapping is the same as other central schools; NVS being residential adds campus-linked perks.
| Grade | Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹) | Approx in-hand, town–metro (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) | Level 8 | 47,600 | 75,500–87,900 |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | Level 7 | 44,900 | 71,400–83,200 |
| PRT (Primary Teacher) | Level 6 | 35,400 | 56,900–66,900 |
Basic pay is the fixed 7th CPC entry cell. In-hand = basic + Dearness Allowance (60% from 1 January 2026) + HRA + Transport Allowance (with DA on it) − NPS (10% of basic + DA) − CGHS, before income tax. The lower figure is a Z-class town (HRA 10%), the higher an X-class metro (HRA 30%).
Perks and allowances
- Dearness Allowance — 60% of basic from January 2026.
- House Rent Allowance — 30% / 20% / 10% by city, or quarters on campus.
- Transport Allowance — by city and level.
- NVS residential perks — accommodation and campus facilities for staff.
- Deductions — NPS, CGHS and professional tax.
Career growth in KVS and NVS
Teachers move up the grades (PRT → TGT → PGT where qualified) and into leadership — Vice-Principal and Principal — each at a higher pay level. Both organisations have structured promotion and transfer policies across their national network of schools.
Sources & Official References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the in-hand salary of a KVS PGT?
A KVS PGT is at pay Level 8 (basic ₹47,600). With DA at 60%, in-hand is about ₹87,900 a month in a metro and about ₹75,500 in a Z-class town, after NPS and CGHS and before income tax.
Is NVS teacher salary the same as KVS?
Yes, the basic pay and 7th CPC levels are the same for KVS and NVS teachers. NVS schools are residential, so teachers there additionally get campus accommodation and related perks.
What pay level is a KVS PRT?
A KVS Primary Teacher (PRT) is at pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with an entry basic pay of ₹35,400 per month.
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