Sainik School Nalanda Recruitment 2026 for 2 PGT Physics and Mess Manager Posts

• PGT Physics: A master's degree in Physics from a recognized university with at least 50% marks, a B Ed degree and CTET qualification are essential.
• PGT Physics desirable qualifications: Higher qualifications, teaching or working experience in English-medium public schools, particularly Sainik Schools, spoken English proficiency, ICT skills, and participation in games and co-curricular activities are preferred.
• Mess Manager: Matriculation or an equivalent qualification, at least five years of experience independently running a catering organization in civil establishments, Defence Services or a similar organization, and the ability to maintain mess accounts are essential.
• Mess Manager desirable qualifications: A recognized diploma or degree in catering; JCO or equivalent status in the catering trade, or more than five years of catering experience.

• Obtain the prescribed application format from the official school website.
• Fill in the form and attach a passport-size photograph, self-attested academic documents, experience certificate and caste certificate, if applicable.
• Arrange the applicable non-refundable fee through Demand Draft or the school's permitted online fee facility.
• Include the required unstamped self-addressed envelope (9'x4') and the other prescribed enclosures.
• Send the application by Ordinary, Registered or Speed Post, courier, or deliver it by hand to: The Principal, Sainik School Nalanda, Vill- Nanand, PO- Pawapuri, Dist- Nalanda, State- Bihar, Pin Code- 803115.
• Ensure the application reaches the school on or before 7 November 2026; applications received after this date will not be accepted.
• A scanned advance copy of the application and supporting documents may also be sent to the email address given in the official notice.

Recruitment overview

Sainik School Nalanda has issued a notice dated 04 Oct 26 for two contractual appointments at its campus in Pawapuri, Nalanda, Bihar. The school operates under the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, and is affiliated to CBSE. One vacancy is for PGT Physics and the other is for Mess Manager; both are designated UR.

Who can apply

The teaching post requires a master's degree in Physics with at least 50% marks from a recognized university, along with B Ed and CTET qualification. For Mess Manager, candidates need Matriculation or equivalent, at least five years of independent catering-management experience and the ability to maintain mess accounts. The permitted age ranges are 21–50 years for PGT Physics and 18–50 years for Mess Manager, assessed on 7 November 2026.

The appointments carry consolidated monthly pay of Rs 76,160 and Rs 46,720 respectively. The notice also identifies desirable qualifications and experience for each role, including English-medium school experience for the teaching post and catering qualifications for Mess Manager.

Application and receipt deadline

Download the prescribed format from the official school website and complete it with a passport-size photograph. Attach self-attested academic records, the experience certificate, a caste certificate where applicable, and the other listed enclosures. The application fee is Rs 500 for Unreserved/OBC applicants and Rs 300 for SC/ST applicants, with Demand Draft and online payment options specified.

Applications can be delivered by hand or sent through Ordinary, Registered or Speed Post, or courier. They must reach the Principal at Vill- Nanand, PO- Pawapuri, Dist- Nalanda, Bihar, Pin Code- 803115, by 7 November 2026. A scanned advance copy may also be emailed as provided in the notice. The school accepts no responsibility for postal delays or documents lost in transit, and late applications will be rejected.

Selection and enquiries

Only shortlisted applicants will be called for testing. Qualification in the Written Test is necessary to proceed to the Skill Test; dates, syllabus and marks have not been announced. No TA/DA will be paid for attending tests. For further details, candidates may call 06112-291507 or 8340218798 on working days during 0830h–1400h or 1700h–1900h.