The KVS PGT Exam (Post Graduate Teacher) is conducted by Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) to recruit teachers for Classes 11 & 12 in KV schools across India. It is one of the most sought-after central government teaching exams.
The following table shows KVS PGT Previous Year Question Papers:
| SUBJECT | QUESTION PAPER PDF | ANSWER KEY |
|---|---|---|
| PGT Physics | Physics_17-02-2023_S2 | Key |
| PGT Maths | Maths_28-02-2023_S2 | Key |
| PGT Hindi | Hindi_17-02-2023_S1 | Key |
| PGT English | English_23-02-2023_S1 | Key |
| PGT History | History_18-02-2023_S1 | Key |
| PGT Biology | Biology_20_02_2023_S1 | Key |
| PGT Chemistry | Chemistry_18-02-2023_S1 | Key |
| PGT Commerce | Commerce_17-02-2023_S2 | Key |
| PGT Computer Science | Computer_23-02-2023_S2 | Key |
| PGT Economics | Economics_23_02_2023_S1 | Key |
| PGT Bio technology | BioTech_20-02-2023_S1 | Key |
Here is the exam pattern for the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) recruitment (2025) in India:
| Part | Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General English (10 Q) & General Hindi (10 Q) | 20 | 20 |
| Part II | General Knowledge & Current Affairs (10 Q), Reasoning Ability (5 Q), Computer Literacy (5 Q) | 20 | 20 |
| Part III | Perspectives on Education & Leadership | 40 | 40 |
| Part IV | Subject-concerned (your specialisation e.g., Physics, Maths, English etc) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | — | 180 Questions | 180 Marks |
Key additional points:
- The exam mode is Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- There is no negative marking.
KVS PGT Detailed Syllabus
Part I – General English & General Hindi
General English:
- Verb types, Tenses and their forms Career Power+1
- Voice (Active & Passive) Career Power
- Subject-Verb Agreement Career Power
- Unseen Passages & Comprehension Career Power
- Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms) Career Power
- Idioms & Phrases Career Power
- Sentence Rearrangement, Error Correction, Fill in the Blanks Career Power+1
General Hindi:
- Antonyms, Synonyms Career Power+1
- Translation of sentences, Fill in the blanks Career Power
- Grammar topics: उपसर्ग-प्रत्यय, संधि, समास, तत्सम-तद्भव Jagranjosh.com+1
- Comprehension & phrases/muhavare Career Power
Part II – General Knowledge & Current Affairs, Reasoning Ability, Computer Literacy
General Knowledge & Current Affairs:
- Important Days & Events Career Power+1
- Indian History (Ancient/Medieval/Modern) Jagranjosh.com
- Books & Authors Career Power
- General Polity, Constitution, Economy, Indian Economy Career Power
- Science-Inventions & Discoveries, Science & Technology Career Power
- Sports & Important Events Jagranjosh.com
- Countries & Capitals, International Organisations etc. Career Power
Reasoning Ability:
- Arithmetic Number Series, Non-verbal series Career Power
- Analogies, Letter and Symbol series, Coding & Decoding Career Power
- Spatial Orientation, Visual Memory, Observation, Classification Career Power
- Statement & Conclusion, Cause & Effect, Logical Deduction Career Power
Computer Literacy:
- Computer Basics, Important Terms & Definitions Career Power
- Word Processor, PowerPoint, Internet, Desktop & Computer Peripherals Career Power
- Operating Systems, Computer History Career Power
Part III – Perspectives on Education & Leadership
This section evaluates your understanding of educational theory, pedagogical issues, leadership and school environment. Key topics include:
- Understanding the Learner: Growth, development, cognition, socio-emotional aspects Career Power+1
- Theories of Learning: Behaviourism, Cognitivism, Constructivism Jagranjosh.com
- Understanding Teaching & Learning: Planning, instructional strategies, ICT in education Career Power
- Creating a Conducive Learning Environment: Inclusion, diversity, classroom management, mental health, community engagement Career Power
- School Organization & Leadership: School structure, leadership models, teacher development, policies like National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020), Right to Education Act etc. Jagranjosh.com+1
Part IV – Subject Concerned (100 marks)
This part tests your specialised subject knowledge, depending on which PGT subject you have applied for (for example, Physics, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, History, Geography, Economics, Biology, Commerce, Computer Science, Hindi etc.) Career Power+1
Since each subject has a distinct detailed syllabus (which may be downloadable in PDF form for each subject) you’ll want to refer to the subject-specific PDF links. For example:
- For Geography: See detailed list of topics under “PGT Geography” in one of the sources. Toppersexam
- For English, Hindi, Physics etc: Similar subject-wise documents exist. Testbook+1
✅ KVS PGT Eligibility 2025
1. Age Limit
- Maximum age: 40 years
- Age relaxation (as per Govt. of India rules):
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC-NCL: +3 years
- PWD: +10 years
- Women candidates: No special extra relaxation other than category norms
- KVS employees: No age limit
✅ 2. Educational Qualifications (General for all PGT posts)
You must have:
(A) Master’s Degree (OR equivalent)
from a recognized university in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks.
(B) B.Ed. Degree
- B.Ed is compulsory for most PGT subjects.
- Exception: PGT (Computer Science) does not require B.Ed.
(C) Proficiency in Hindi & English
- You must be able to teach in both languages.
✅ 3. Subject-wise Required Qualifications (Important)
📘 PGT English
- Master’s in English
- B.Ed
📗 PGT Hindi
- Master’s in Hindi / Sanskrit with Hindi at graduation
- B.Ed
📘 PGT Mathematics
- Master’s in Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
- B.Ed
📗 PGT Physics
- Master’s in Physics / Applied Physics / Engineering Physics
- B.Ed
📘 PGT Chemistry
- Master’s in Chemistry / Biochemistry
- B.Ed
📗 PGT Biology
- Master’s in Botany / Zoology / Life Sciences / Genetics / Microbiology etc.
- B.Ed
📘 PGT Computer Science
Does NOT require B.Ed
Requires:
- B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science/IT) OR
- MCA / M.Sc (CS/IT) OR
- Equivalent degree
📗 PGT Economics
- Master’s in Economics / Applied Economics / Business Economics
- B.Ed
📘 PGT History / Geography / Political Science
- Master’s in respective subject
- B.Ed
📗 PGT Commerce
- Master’s in Commerce
(M.Com with Accountancy/Business Studies required) - B.Ed
📘 PGT Sanskrit
- Master’s in Sanskrit
- B.Ed
✅ 4. Other Important Conditions
- Degree must be from a recognized university.
- Minimum 50% marks required in both master’s degree and bachelor’s degree.
- CTET is NOT required for PGT.
Pay Scale KVS PGT
Here is the pay-scale information for the post of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) Post Graduate Teacher (PGT):
- Basic pay scale: ₹ 47,600 to ₹ 1,51,100 (Pay Level 8) according to the 7th CPC pay‐matrix. Testbook+2annanagarchennai.kvs.ac.in+2
- For contractual PGTs (non-regular), monthly consolidated pay: ₹ 27,500 in normal stations and ₹ 32,500 in hard stations. Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan
- Allowances (DA, HRA, TA) are extra over basic pay
FAQ KVS PGT
1. What is the educational qualification for KVS PGT?
You need a Master’s Degree with 50% marks in the concerned subject + B.Ed.
(Except PGT Computer Science — B.Ed not required.)
2. What is the age limit for KVS PGT?
Maximum age: 40 years
Age relaxations:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC-NCL: +3 years
- PWD: +10 years
- KVS employees: No age limit
3. Is CTET required for KVS PGT?
No. CTET is NOT required for PGT posts.
4. What is the KVS PGT salary?
- Pay Level-8: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (7th CPC)
- Allowances: DA, HRA, TA, Medical
- In-hand salary: Approx ₹75,000 – ₹82,000 (varies by city)
5. How many questions are asked in the KVS PGT exam?
Total 180 questions:
- Part I: 20 (English + Hindi)
- Part II: 20 (GK, Reasoning, Computer)
- Part III: 40 (Education & Leadership)
- Part IV: 100 (Subject Concerned)