Sainik School Nagrota, Jammu and Kashmir, a residential school under the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, has advertised one regular TGT (Computer Science) post and two contractual posts—Art Master and Nursing Sister (Female). The school’s official advertisement gives 20 November 2026 as the last date for receipt of applications by Speed Post only. Selection is tentatively scheduled for December 2026/January 2027.
Vacancy and pay summary
| Post | Vacancies | Appointment | Age on 20 Nov 2026 | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TGT Computer Science | 1 (UR) | Regular | 21–35 years | Level 7: ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 + DA/allowances |
| Art Master | 1 (UR) | Contractual | 21–50 years | ₹35,000/month, except vacation/break period |
| Nursing Sister (Female) | 1 (UR) | Contractual | 18–50 years | ₹25,500/month, except break period |
Rent-free suitable accommodation and free messing with cadets are mentioned in the advertisement, subject to its terms. Contractual appointments begin with 11 serving months followed by a one-month break, may be extended annually up to a maximum of three years, and carry no claim to regular appointment.
Essential eligibility
TGT (Computer Science)
- BCA with at least 50% marks; or graduation in Computer Science/IT with at least 50% in the subject and aggregate, with Computer Science studied as the main subject in all years; or BE/BTech in Computer Science/Information Technology with at least 50%.
- CTET Paper-II conducted by CBSE or State TET (STET) as per NCTE guidelines.
- B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised institution with at least 50%; or three-year integrated B.Ed.–M.Ed. with at least 50%; or four-year integrated degree including B.Ed. component with at least 50% from an NCTE-recognised institution.
Desirable qualifications include higher studies, networking/IT/AI-ML courses, residential/English-medium teaching experience, English proficiency and co-curricular/sports ability. Desirable criteria should not be mistaken for essential eligibility.
Art Master
Applicants need a Master’s degree in Fine Arts with Painting specialisation; or graduation with Fine Arts/Art/Drawing and Painting plus a minimum four-year diploma; or Higher Secondary/Intermediate/Senior Secondary plus a minimum five-year full-time or seven-year part-time Fine Art/Painting/Drawing diploma from a recognised institution. Teaching experience, higher qualification and co-curricular achievements are desirable.
Nursing Sister (Female)
Essential requirements are B.Sc. Nursing or Nursing Diploma from a recognised institute, registration with the Indian/State Nursing Council and at least two years’ hospital/clinic experience. Residential-school experience and physical fitness are desirable.
How to apply: offline, Speed Post only
- Download the prescribed application form from the official Sainik School Nagrota notice.
- Fill it in capital letters, attach a passport-size photograph, bio-data and self-attested year/semester-wise academic certificates/testimonials relevant to the post.
- Pay the non-refundable ₹500 application fee by account-payee demand draft payable at Nagrota in favour of the Principal, Sainik School Nagrota, J&K, or deposit it in the bank account specified in the advertisement and attach proof. Verify all payment details directly in the official PDF before remitting.
- Include a self-addressed envelope with ₹55 postage stamps and superscribe the post applied for on the envelope.
- Send the complete application by Speed Post only so it reaches the Principal, Sainik School Nagrota, Jammu (J&K)–181221, on or before 20 November 2026. The school says postal delay is the applicant’s responsibility.
Eligible and shortlisted candidates may be called for the selection process tentatively in December 2026/January 2027. No TA/DA is payable for attending selection.
Important checks
- Age is calculated on the last date of receipt of application (20 November 2026); check category relaxations and the exact rule in the official notice.
- One TGT post is regular; Art Master and Nursing Sister are contractual. Do not compare the salary structures as identical.
- The application is not online. Avoid third-party “apply now” pages; use the official school PDF and prescribed form.
- School reserves the right to increase, decrease or cancel vacancies for administrative/policy reasons.
Official notification and related pages
Official Sainik School Nagrota recruitment PDF (5 pages) · Official school website · Government Jobs master page
Image is illustrative, not an official photograph of Sainik School Nagrota.
