PM Shri School, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Mangan in Sikkim has released a walk-in interview notice, published in the Sikkim Express e-paper on 8 July 2026. The JNV Mangan is inviting qualified subject experts and coaches for part-time and contract posts for the 2026-27 session under the PM Shri Scheme. This is for candidates in and around Sikkim who want short-term, part-time teaching or coaching work at a central government residential school.
The notice covers a total of 8 posts across 7 categories, from sports coaching to music, dance, self-defence, yoga, and an ATL Tinkering Lab facilitator. A full post-wise breakdown of vacancies, pay, and qualification follows below. The place of posting is PM Shri School, JNV, Mangan, North Sikkim. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official PM Shri School, JNV, Mangan notification published in the Sikkim Express e-paper, dated 8 July 2026.
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Quick Summary
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | PM Shri School, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Mangan (Sikkim) |
| Post | Sports Coach, IKS Teacher, Music Expert, Classical Dance Expert, Self Defense Trainer, Yoga Teacher, ATL Facilitator |
| Total Vacancy | 8 |
| Salary | Rs. 12,500 to Rs. 30,000 per month (varies by post, see table below) |
| Application Mode | Walk-in interview only, no online application |
| Eligibility | Varies by post — B.P.Ed., graduation, diploma, or BE/BTech as applicable (full table below) |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview and document verification |
| Place of Posting | PM Shri School, JNV, Mangan, North Sikkim |
| Interview Date | 15 July 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates up to 50 years of age (as on 31.07.2026) meeting the post-wise qualification |
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About PM Shri School, JNV Mangan
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Mangan is part of the nationwide JNV system, run by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), an autonomous body under the Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India. JNVs are fully residential, co-educational schools that give free education, from Class VI to XII, mainly to talented children from rural areas.
JNV Mangan now carries the PM Shri prefix, meaning it has been picked to be upgraded under the PM Shri Scheme, a central programme that funds better infrastructure and teaching practice in line with the National Education Policy 2020. For a candidate, this post means working inside one of India’s established residential school systems, even on a short, part-time basis.
Mangan, Sikkim
Mangan is the headquarters of North Sikkim district, about 60–65 km from Gangtok by road, roughly a 2 to 2.5-hour drive along the Gangtok–Chungthang road. Candidates from Gangtok, Singtam, or Dikchu can travel to Mangan and back in a single day.
The nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP) in Siliguri, West Bengal, about 140 km away, and the nearest airports are Bagdogra and Sikkim’s own Pakyong airport. Candidates coming from Siliguri, Darjeeling, or outside Sikkim need a change of vehicle at Gangtok and should plan for a full day of travel, with an overnight halt before the interview if arriving from far.
Added context, not part of the official notification: mobile network and data can be patchy in parts of North Sikkim, so candidates travelling from outside Mangan may want to save a copy of their documents and this notice offline before setting out. Confirm current road conditions with the hiring office or local transport before travelling.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification published (Sikkim Express e-paper) | 8 July 2026 |
| Walk-in interview | 15 July 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Reporting time | 10:00 AM |
| Venue | PM Shri School, JNV, Mangan, Sikkim |
The notice gives only the interview date and the 10:00 AM reporting time. It does not mention a separate registration cut-off or a last date to submit documents in advance — everything happens on the interview day itself.
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Vacancy Details and Salary
The notice lists 7 categories of part-time/contract posts, with 8 vacancies in total. Each post has its own remuneration and tenure, as set by NVS norms for the PM Shri Scheme.
| Post / Discipline | No. of Posts | Remuneration (per month) | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports Teacher/Coach (Volleyball/Table-Tennis/Boxing) | 2 | Rs. 20,000 | 5 months |
| Indian Knowledge System (IKS) | 1 | Rs. 16,000 | 2 months |
| Music Expert (Instrumental) | 1 | Rs. 25,000 | 8 months |
| Classical Dance Expert | 1 | Rs. 25,000 | 8 months |
| Self Defense Trainer for Girls | 1 | Rs. 12,500 | 8 months |
| Yoga Teacher (Preferably Female) | 1 | Rs. 12,500 | 8 months |
| ATL Tinkering Lab Facilitator | 1 | Rs. 30,000 | 10 months |
| Total | 8 | — | — |
The notice states that the actual remuneration and honorarium will follow NVS norms as specified for the PM Shri Scheme, and NVS’s decision on this is binding.
Eligibility (Post-Wise)
Qualification requirements differ for every post, so they are mapped individually below.
| Post | Essential Qualification / Certificate |
|---|---|
| Sports Teacher/Coach | B.P.Ed. from a recognized university/institution. Priority given to candidates with relevant coaching experience. |
| Indian Knowledge System (IKS) | Graduation with History as the main subject. |
| Music Expert (Instrumental) | Skilled in instruments such as Guitar, Tabla, Keyboard, and similar. |
| Classical Dance Expert | Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Classical Dance. |
| Self Defense Trainer for Girls | Expert in Judo/Karate with a relevant certificate. |
| Yoga Teacher | Graduate with a Yoga qualification. Preferably female. |
| ATL Tinkering Lab Facilitator | BE/BTech in Electronics/AI/Robotics with relevant experience. |
Age limit: Maximum 50 years as on 31.07.2026, for all posts. No minimum age is mentioned in the notice.
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Selection Process
The notice describes a single-round process built around the walk-in interview itself, rather than a written exam or multi-stage shortlisting.
- Candidates appear for a walk-in interview at PM Shri School, JNV, Mangan on 15 July 2026 at 10:00 AM.
- Original documents, Aadhaar Card, and passport-size photo are checked at the venue.
- A selection panel is formed from the candidates interviewed.
- Panel members are engaged as and when the school needs them, on a temporary, part-time/contract basis. The Vidyalaya reserves all rights in this regard.
One practical point from the notice: no TA/DA is paid for attending the walk-in interview. Candidates travel to Mangan entirely at their own cost.
How to Apply
This is a walk-in recruitment. There is no online form or postal application — candidates apply by attending the interview in person, with documents.
- Reach PM Shri School, JNV, Mangan by 10:00 AM on 15 July 2026 (Wednesday).
- Carry all original certificates for the qualification required for the chosen post.
- Carry an Aadhaar Card.
- Carry a passport-size photo.
- Attend the interview at own cost; no travel allowance is paid.
Documents to keep ready:
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photograph
- Educational certificates and mark sheets (degree/diploma/certificate as required for the post)
- Experience certificates, where the post calls for experience
- Age proof
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Original notification (Sikkim Express e-paper, 8 July 2026) | Source publication carrying this walk-in interview notice |
| Sikkim job update | See the site’s latest Sikkim government jobs section |
Should You Apply?
This suits candidates who live in or near Mangan, or who are comfortable travelling to North Sikkim for a short, fixed-term engagement. All 7 posts are part-time and contract-based, not permanent — tenures run from 2 months (IKS) to 10 months (ATL Facilitator), and NVS’s decision on engagement is final.
The sports coach post has the most openings (2 of the 8 total), so the field there may be a little wider than for single-vacancy posts. The ATL Tinkering Lab Facilitator post pays the most, at Rs. 30,000 a month over 10 months, and needs a BE/BTech, so it fits engineering graduates from the region better than a general candidate.
This does not suit candidates looking for permanent or pensionable government employment, or anyone who cannot absorb travel cost, since no TA/DA is paid even for attending the interview. The honest trade-off here is short tenure and part-time status, set against the chance to work inside a well-known central residential school system.
FAQs
Is there an application form for this JNV Mangan recruitment?
No. The notice does not ask for any online or written application. Candidates apply only by attending the walk-in interview at PM Shri School, JNV, Mangan on 15 July 2026 at 10:00 AM, with original documents.
What is the age limit for these posts?
The maximum age limit is 50 years as on 31 July 2026, as stated in the notification. No minimum age is mentioned.
Will selected candidates get a permanent NVS job?
No. All 7 posts are part-time/contract engagements for the 2026-27 session only, for periods ranging from 2 to 10 months. The notice states that Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti’s decision on engaging panel candidates is binding.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jharna Singh runs the regional desk for Sikkim and West Bengal. She covers recruitment, scholarships, college admissions, and apprenticeships — the updates that matter most to readers in our home region. She checks every notification carefully, so the eligibility criteria, deadlines, and application steps are always correct and easy to follow. The State Desk covers SSC and WBPSC job openings, state scholarships, district-level recruitment drives, and apprenticeships under NATS and NAPS — straightforward, reliable updates. Know more