NVS PGT Exam Pattern 2024:
The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has officially released the NVS Exam Pattern 2024 on its website navodaya.gov.in. Aspiring candidates aiming for roles such as Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), and Principal should carefully review the latest exam structure to plan their preparation effectively.
Since the NVS recruitment process is highly competitive, understanding the exam pattern is the first crucial step toward cracking the test.
Exam Structure
The NVS Recruitment 2024 examination will be conducted in two stages. The first stage is common across all posts, consisting of 150 objective-type questions. However, the subject areas covered will vary depending on the post applied for:
Principal Post: Includes questions on Residential System and Administration & Finance, which are not part of the TGT and PGT syllabi.
TGT & PGT Posts: These sections are excluded, and the focus is on respective teaching domains and educational practices.
Overview: NVS Exam Pattern 2024
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti |
| Exam Name | NVS Recruitment 2024 |
| Post Categories | TGT, PGT, Principal |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for each correct answer, -0.25 for each wrong answer |
| Medium of Test | Bilingual – Hindi & English |
| Special Language Provisions | TGT (Third Language) – Part V in the concerned third language; TGT & Miscellaneous Teachers – Language Competency (Part VI) in regional language selected by the candidate |
| Experience Requirement | Previous teaching/administrative experience is desirable |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | cbseitms.nic.in/nvsrecuritment |
Candidates are advised to stay updated with the official NVS website for notifications regarding the application dates and detailed syllabus. A strong understanding of the NVS Exam Pattern 2024 will help candidates prepare smartly and boost their chances of success.
NVS PGT Exam Pattern 2024
The NVS Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) exam follows a structure similar to the Principal exam but with a few key differences—most notably, the addition of Teaching Aptitude and an expanded focus on Domain Knowledge. The exam consists entirely of objective-type questions, with a total of 150 marks spread across six sections.
Detailed Exam Structure for PGT
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | |
| Part II | General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Part III | Knowledge of ICT | 10 | 10 | |
| Part IV | Teaching Aptitude | 10 | 10 | |
| Part V | Domain Knowledge (Subject-Specific) | 80 | 80 | |
| – Based on graduation-level subject knowledge | ||||
| – Questions on critical & creative teaching | ||||
| – Experiential and case study-based pedagogy | ||||
| – NEP 2020 insights | ||||
| – For PETs only: Khelo India & Fit India | ||||
| Part VI | Language Competency Test | 20 | 20 | |
| (Conducted in regional language opted by candidate) | ||||
| Total | 150 | 150 | 3 Hours |
This structure ensures a well-rounded evaluation of candidates—testing not just subject expertise but also general aptitude, ICT skills, and teaching acumen. Strong preparation across all sections is key to cracking the PGT exam.
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