Sainik School Nagrota Recruitment 2026
Sainik School Nagrota Recruitment 2026
Apply for Lab Assistant, Ward Boy, Band Master, PEM/PTI & Counselor Posts
Sainik School Nagrota, Jammu and Kashmir, affiliated with CBSE, New Delhi, has invited applications from eligible and suitable candidates for various posts on a contractual basis. The recruitment is being conducted for positions including Lab Assistant (Chemistry), Ward Boys, Band Master, PEM/PTI-cum-Matron (Female), and Counselor.
The appointments will initially be made for one year, comprising 11 serving months and 01 month break period. The contract may be extended up to a maximum period of three years, depending upon satisfactory performance and institutional requirements.
Interested candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria and submit their application forms within the prescribed deadline.
Important Dates
Last Date for Receipt of Application Forms: 25 September 2026
Age Cut-off Date: 25 September 2026
Contract Period: Initially one year, consisting of 11 serving months plus 01 month break period
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Maximum Extension: Up to 3 years, subject to satisfactory performance and institutional requirements
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive includes the following vacancies:
1. Lab Assistant (Chemistry)
Vacancy: 01
Category: UR
Pay: ₹25,500 per month
Accommodation: Rent-free suitable accommodation
Essential Qualification: Intermediate/12th with Science or equivalent qualification in the relevant subject.
Desirable: Higher qualification will be preferred.
Age Limit: 18 to 50 years as on 25 September 2026.
2. Ward Boys
Vacancies: 04
Category: 03 Unreserved and 01 OBC
Pay: ₹20,000 per month
Benefits: Rent-free suitable accommodation and free messing with cadets.
Essential Qualification: Matriculation.
Desirable Qualifications/Skills:
Higher qualification.
Proficiency in spoken English and sports.
Basic knowledge of computers and first aid.
Age Limit: 18 to 50 years as on 25 September 2026.
3. Band Master
Vacancy: 01
Category: UR
Pay: ₹29,200 per month
Benefits: Rent-free suitable accommodation and free messing with cadets.
Essential Qualification: Potential Band Master/Band Major/Drum Major course from the AEC Training Centre, Pachmarhi, or equivalent course from Naval/Air Force institutions.
Desirable: Proficiency in sports and participation in extracurricular activities.
Age Limit: 18 to 50 years as on 25 September 2026.
4. PEM/PTI-cum-Matron (Female)
Vacancy: 01
Category: UR
Pay: ₹25,500 per month
Benefits: Rent-free suitable accommodation and free messing with cadets.
Age Limit: 18 to 50 years as mentioned for the post in the notice; the notice’s opening eligibility paragraph specifically states the PEM/PTI-cum-Matron (Female) age range as 18–50 years as on 25 September 2026.
Essential Qualification: Candidates should possess any one of the following:
Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) – 4 years degree course; OR
Three years Graduation + one year B.P.Ed. Diploma; OR
B.Sc. Physical Education, Health Education & Sports + one year B.P.Ed. Diploma.
Desirable:
Experience of working in residential schools as Warden/Matron.
Proficiency in sports or participation at State and/or National level in any sport.
NCC certificate holder.
5. Counselor
Vacancy: 01
Category: UR
Pay: ₹35,000 per month
Benefits: Rent-free suitable accommodation and free messing with cadets.
Age Limit: 21 to 50 years as on 25 September 2026.
Essential Qualification:
Candidates should possess one of the following qualifications:
Graduate/Post Graduate in Psychology; OR
Post Graduate in Child Development; OR
Graduate/Post Graduate with Diploma in Counselling having at least 50% marks.
Desirable:
Minimum one year of experience in providing career/educational counselling to students at schools.
Working knowledge and experience in placement bureaus.
Registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India as a Vocational Counsellor.
Interest in extracurricular activities and aptitude for residential school life.
Salary and Other Benefits
Selected candidates for Sainik School Nagrota Recruitment 2026 will receive a monthly contractual remuneration ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹35,000, depending upon the post.
In addition to the prescribed monthly pay, several posts carry facilities such as rent-free suitable accommodation and free messing with cadets, as specified in the recruitment notice.
How to Apply ?
Eligible candidates are required to submit their application forms as prescribed by Sainik School Nagrota.
Candidates should:
Visit the official website of Sainik School Nagrota.
Go to the “Notices” section.
Check the detailed recruitment notification and prescribed application form.
Read the terms and conditions carefully.
Fill out the application form with the required details.
Attach the required documents and certificates.
Submit the completed application form so that it reaches the school on or before 25 September 2026.
Official Website
For the application form, detailed terms and conditions, eligibility requirements and other recruitment details, candidates should visit the official Sainik School Nagrota website:
Key Points
Sainik School Nagrota is offering contractual opportunities across academic support, residential school care, music/band, physical education and counselling roles. Candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualifications and age criteria can apply for the relevant post.
The last date to submit the application form is 25 September 2026, so eligible applicants should complete the process well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.
Recruiting Institution: Sainik School Nagrota, Jammu & Kashmir
Affiliation: CBSE, New Delhi
Recruitment Type: Contractual
Total Vacancies: 8
Contract: Initially 1 year, extendable up to 3 years
Last Date: 25 September 2026
