Kendriya Vidyalaya ONGC Cambay, established in 1983, is a project school sponsored by the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) in Cambay, Gujarat. Located approximately 2 kilometers from Cambay, the school is situated in the town of Khambhat, known for its historical significance and proximity to the ancient site of Lothal, where remnants of the Indus Valley Civilization were excavated. The school operates under the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and is managed locally by ONGC Cambay.
The institution aims to provide quality education to the children of transferable central government employees, including those from defense and paramilitary forces, by offering a common program of education. The school's mission is to pursue excellence and set the pace in the field of school education, initiating and promoting experimentation and innovations in education in collaboration with other bodies like the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
The vision of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan is to impart knowledge and values, nurturing the talent, enthusiasm, and creativity of its students to seek excellence through high-quality educational endeavors. The school offers a healthy and wholesome environment for studies and co-curricular activities, with experienced faculty, well-equipped laboratories, a state-of-the-art computer lab, spacious playgrounds, and facilities for sports and games.
A vibrant 'Scouts and Guides' department is another hallmark of this eminent Vidyalaya. Facilities for guidance and counseling by professional experts, personal care, and attention by the faculty are aspects that make this Vidyalaya a class apart from other schools. The school is located in Khambhat, a town with a rich history and cultural heritage, known for its precious stone works in jewelry, sweets, and kites.
The town is also home to a 900-year-old Masjid and Jain temples, adding to the cultural richness of the area. The school is well-connected by rail, with the Khambhat railway station serving as a major transport hub. The nearest major cities include Baroda (82 km away) and Ahmedabad (92 km away), both accessible by train. Anand, famous for AMUL, the dairy giant, is 55 km away from Cambay and is connected by train.
The school operates under the CBSE affiliation number 400016 and the school number 14118. The UDISE code for the school is 24150401902. The school's contact details are as follows: Postal Address: Kendriya Vidyalaya ONGC Cambay, PO- Kansari, Dist- Anand, Gujarat, PIN - 388630; Phone Number: 02698-226900; Email: [email protected]; Website: https://ongccambey.kvs.ac.in/.