The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), acting on behalf of the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), has officially published the Final KVS NVS Tier 2 Answer Key 2026. This release covers a wide spectrum of teaching and non-teaching positions, including TGT and PGT Computer Science, Finance Officer, Stenographer Grade 1, PGT History, PGT Economics, and TGT (Work Experience). Candidates who appeared for the examinations conducted between March 27 and March 31, 2026, can now cross-verify their responses against the definitive answer keys.
The examination structure featured an OMR-based objective section alongside a pen-paper descriptive format across a 2.5-hour window, targeting a massive recruitment drive encompassing 15,762 vacancies across posts like PGT, TGT, PRT, Principal, and Vice Principal. Please note that no further objections or challenges will be entertained against this final answer key publication.
Overview of KVS NVS Tier 2 Exam 2026
For quick reference, candidates can review the key parameters of the recruitment cycle below:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | CBSE (on behalf of KVS & NVS) |
| Exam Name | KVS NVS Tier 2 Exam 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 27th March – 31st March 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 15,762 (Teaching & Non-Teaching) |
| Posts Covered | PGT, TGT, PRT, Principal, Vice Principal & others |
| Exam Mode | OMR-based (Objective) + Pen-Paper (Descriptive) |
| Exam Duration | 2.5 Hours |
| Answer Key Release Date | August 17, 18, 20 and 21, 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Released |
| Official Download Link | cbseit.in/cbse/2026/kvjnvkeyt2/ |
| Official Websites | kvsangathan.nic.in / navodaya.gov.in / cbse.gov.in |
| Contact | [email protected] | 011-24050452, 53, 56, 57, 77 |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
Steps to Download KVS NVS Tier 2 Answer Key 2026
Follow these structured steps to access your response sheets and final answer keys:
- Visit the official link – cbseit.in/cbse/2026/kvjnvkeyt2/
- Log in using your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Download the scanned image of your attempted OMR answer sheet and the provisional answer key for your respective post and exam shift.
- Save the files on your device and take a printout. Cross-check your responses with the official answer key to estimate your objective section marks.
- Important: This is the only opportunity to download the scanned OMR answer sheet. No further chance will be provided after 17th May 2026.
Score Calculation Formula
The objective section consists of 60 questions worth 1 mark each (total 60 marks) with a negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer. The descriptive section comprises 10 questions worth 4 marks each, totaling 40 marks.
- Estimated Objective Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 1) – (Number of Wrong Answers × 0.25)
Subject-Wise Final Answer Key PDFs
Access the final answer key documents released across multiple phases (including the 4th phase on August 21, 2026, for PGT Chemistry, Assistant Commissioner, and Junior Translator posts):
| Subject | Answer Key PDF |
|---|---|
| PGT Computer Science | Download PDF |
| TGT Computer Science | Download PDF |
| Stenographer Grade 1 | Download PDF |
| Finance Officer | Download PDF |
| Administrative Officer | Download PDF |
| Assistant Engineer | Download PDF |
| Multi Tasking Staff | Download PDF |
| PGT Assamese | Download PDF |
| PGT Bangla | Download PDF |
| PGT Biotechnology | Download PDF |
| PGT Garo | Download PDF |
| PGT Manipuri | Download PDF |
| PGT Tamil | Download PDF |
| PGT Telugu | Download PDF |
| PGT Urdu | Download PDF |
| TGT Assamese | Download PDF |
| TGT Bangla | Download PDF |
| TGT Gujarati | Download PDF |
| TGT Kannada | Download PDF |
| TGT Malayalam | Download PDF |
| TGT Manipuri | Download PDF |
| TGT Marathi | Download PDF |
| TGT Nepali | Download PDF |
| TGT Odiya | Download PDF |
| TGT Punjabi | Download PDF |
| TGT Tamil | Download PDF |
| TGT Telugu | Download PDF |
| TGT Urdu | Download PDF |
| PGT History | Download PDF |
| PGT Economics | Download PDF |
| TGT (Work Experience) | Download PDF |
| PGT (Chemistry) | Download PDF |
| Assistant Commissioner | Download PDF |
| Junior Translator | Download PDF |
Subsequent Steps for Candidates
Once you have calculated your estimated score using the official answer key and marking scheme, candidates who clear the Tier 2 examination will be invited for subsequent selection rounds, which include a Skill Test and/or Interview depending on the specific position applied for. Keep your credentials ready and monitor the official portals for upcoming announcement updates.