The Office of the District Basic Education Officer, Lakhimpur Kheri has released a fresh Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya recruitment for 158 contractual posts for the 2026–27 academic session. The official district portal lists the recruitment from 28 October to 30 November 2026, and all advertised posts are reserved for women candidates only. The vacancy total combines 149 posts in upgraded KGBVs with 9 additional posts in KGBVs running Classes 6 to 8. The recruitment spans teaching and non-teaching work, including Principal, PGT, Computer Science teacher, Care Taker, Office Superintendent/Clerk, Lab Assistant, Peon, Chowkidar, Cook, Full-Time Teacher, Part-Time Teacher and Assistant Cook. Qualification varies sharply by post, from Class 8 for some support roles to Intermediate, graduation, postgraduate and B.Ed./training qualifications for academic positions. Monthly contractual honorarium also varies, with examples including ₹30,000 for Principal, ₹22,000 for many PGT posts, ₹24,200 for Care Taker, ₹12,430 for Office Superintendent/Clerk, and lower fixed honorarium for support roles. Applications must be sent by registered post or speed post and reach the District Basic Education Officer, Lakhimpur Kheri by 30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Office of District Basic Education Officer, Lakhimpur Kheri |
| Recruitment | Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Recruitment 2026–27 |
| Total Vacancies | 158 |
| Upgraded KGBV Vacancies | 149 |
| Class 6–8 KGBV Vacancies | 9 |
| Eligible Applicants | Women candidates only |
| Employment Nature | Contractual |
| Application Mode | Offline by Registered Post / Speed Post |
| Start Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Location | Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh |
Main Vacancy Groups
The 149-post table includes Principal subject posts, PGTs in several subjects, Computer Science, Care Taker, Office Superintendent/Clerk, Lab Assistant, Peon, Chowkidar and Cook posts.
The additional 9-post table includes Full-Time Teachers, Part-Time Teachers and Assistant Cook positions for KGBVs covering Classes 6 to 8.
Basic Qualification
Qualification is post-specific.
- Principal / PGT: relevant postgraduate and prescribed teacher-training qualification.
- Computer Science: recognised computer degree/postgraduate qualification as specified.
- Care Taker: graduate and B.Ed. as stated in the notice.
- Office Superintendent / Clerk: Intermediate plus accepted computer qualification and typing requirement.
- Lab Assistant: Intermediate in Science / laboratory-related qualification.
- Peon / Chowkidar / Cook: Class 8 pass.
- Class 6–8 teaching posts: relevant trained graduate / subject qualification as specified.
Candidates should read the official PDF for the exact subject and training combination applicable to their chosen post.
Age Limit
The notice states different age rules by post. Principals have a separate age range, while most remaining posts use the notified general contractual age criteria. Candidates should check the exact line for the chosen post before applying.
Use the Age Calculator after identifying the correct age cut-off from the notification.
Honorarium
Contractual monthly honorarium varies by role. Examples from the official table include:
- Principal: ₹30,000
- PGT: ₹22,000
- Care Taker: ₹24,200
- Office Superintendent / Clerk: ₹12,430
- Lab Assistant: ₹7,147
- Peon / Chowkidar: ₹7,147
- Cook: ₹6,433
- Full-Time Teacher (Classes 6–8): ₹25,410
- Part-Time Teacher: ₹12,790
- Assistant Cook: ₹6,755
Selection Process
The notice provides a merit-based evaluation using academic and training marks. The District Selection Committee may also apply the notified post-specific assessment rules.
For Office Superintendent/Clerk, a computer Hindi and English typing test is part of the process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment listed | 28 October 2026 |
| Last date for receipt | 30 November 2026 |
| Closing time | 5:00 PM |
How to Apply for KGBV Lakhimpur Kheri Recruitment 2026
- Read the official recruitment PDF and choose the exact post/subject.
- Confirm your qualification, age and category eligibility.
- Use the Government Job Eligibility Checker only as a preliminary aid.
- Prepare self-attested copies of academic, training, experience and category certificates. The Government Job Document Checklist can help organise them.
- Fill the prescribed application form provided with the notification.
- If applying for more than one post, submit separate applications as instructed.
- Send the application by registered post or speed post to the Office of the District Basic Education Officer, Samagra Shiksha, Lakhimpur Kheri, PIN 262701.
- Ensure the application reaches the office by 30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
For offline application preparation, see How to Apply for Government Jobs.
Important Instructions
- Only women candidates are eligible for the advertised posts.
- Separate applications are required for separate posts.
- Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.
- Internet printouts or unsupported educational claims are not accepted in place of valid certificates.
- Contractual honorarium is post-specific.
- Vacancy numbers may increase or decrease.
- Candidates should rely on the official Lakhimpur Kheri district notice for any amendment.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Official Lakhimpur Kheri Recruitment Page | District recruitment listing |
| Official KGBV Recruitment PDF | 8-page notification and application form |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 158 contractual vacancies in total.
Who can apply?
The recruitment is for women candidates only.
What kinds of posts are included?
The notification includes Principal, PGT, teachers, Care Taker, Clerk, Lab Assistant, Peon, Chowkidar, Cook and Assistant Cook roles.
What is the last date?
Applications must reach the office by 30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Is the application online?
No. Applications must be sent by registered post or speed post.
Are these permanent posts?
No. These are contractual appointments for the 2026–27 academic session.