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Crack the KVS NVS Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 01/2025) with expertly curated KVS NVS Study Notes 2026 for PRT, TGT, PGT, Principal, and Non-Teaching posts. These study notes cover compelete syllabus topics, important questions, and updated exam patterns to help in your preparation and score high in the upcoming recruitment exams. Download the KVS NVS 2026 Study Notes now!
KVS & NVS 2026 Exam Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Bodies | Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), CBSE |
| Posts Covered | PGT, TGT, PRT, Principal, Vice Principal, Assistant Commissioner, AO, FO, AE, Librarian, JSA, SSA, Stenographer, Lab Attendant, MTS |
| Selection Stages | Tier-1 (Prelims), Tier-2 (Subject Exam), Interview/Skill Test (as applicable) |
| Tier-1 Mode | OMR-Based Objective Test |
| Tier-2 Mode | Subject Knowledge Test (Objective + Descriptive) |
| Interview Weightage | 15% (for applicable posts) |
| Tier-2 Weightage | 85% (for interview posts) |
| Skill Test | For JSA, Stenographer Grade I & II |
| Negative Marking | Tier-1: 1 mark; Tier-2: 0.25 mark per wrong answer |
| Tier-1 Duration | 2 Hours (No sectional timing) |
| Tier-2 Duration | 2.5 Hours |
| Languages (Tier-1) | English + 12 Modern Indian Languages |
| Application Mode | Online through CBSE/KVS/NVS official portals |
| Eligibility | Indian Nationals only |
| Fee Exemption | SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (Processing fee applicable) |
| Salary Range | ₹18,000 – ₹2,09,200 (Post-wise) |
| Document Verification | Mandatory at final stage |
| Official Websites | cbse.gov.in, kvsangathan.nic.in, navodaya.gov.in |
KVS NVS Study Notes 2026 PDF for PGT, TGT, PRT & Non-Teaching Posts
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To help candidates master every stage of the KVS NVS Recruitment 2026, we’ve created a comprehensive Study Notes PDF covering Tier-1, Tier-2, Interview, and Skill Test preparation. These notes are fully aligned with the CBSE KVS NVS syllabus, exam pattern, and latest recruitment rules, making them essential for PGT, TGT, PRT, JSA, Steno, AE, AO, FO, and all other posts. Download the Study Notes PDF here!
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Join Now!Latest KVS NVS Syllabus 2026 for PGT, TGT, PRT – Tier-1 & Tier-2
Get the latest KVS NVS Syllabus 2026 PDF to prepare accurately for Tier-1, Tier-2, Interview, and Skill Test. The official post-wise syllabus and updated exam pattern for PGT, TGT, PRT, JSA, Steno, AO, FO, AE and other posts is now available for download. Candidates can use this to understand subject-wise topics, marking scheme, weightage, and important updates for upcoming KVS NVS Recruitment 2026.
Download the Syllabus PDF below!
| Post Name | Download Link |
|---|---|
| PGT (All Subjects) | |
| TGT (All Subjects) | |
| PRT | |
| Principal | |
| Vice Principal | |
| Assistant Commissioner | |
| Administrative Officer | |
| Finance Officer | |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) | |
| Stenographer Grade I & II | |
| Lab Attendant | |
| Junior Translator | |
| AE (Civil) | |
| MTS (NVS) |
KVS & NVS Exam Pattern 2026 – Tier-1 & Tier-2
The KVS NVS Recruitment 2026 selection process includes Tier-1 (Prelims), Tier-2 (Subject Exam), Interview/Skill Test, depending on the post. Tier-1 is qualifying, while Tier-2 marks are used for final merit.
KVS NVS Tier-1 Exam Pattern (Qualifying Stage)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Mode: OMR-Based (Objective), 300 marks
- Negative Marking: 1 mark per wrong answer
- Medium: English + 12 Modern Indian Languages
Tier-1 Pattern for All Posts (Except NVS MTS)
| Part | Test Component | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Reasoning | 20 | 60 |
| II | Numeric Ability | 20 | 60 |
| III | Basic Computer Literacy | 20 | 60 |
| IV | General Knowledge | 20 | 60 |
| V | English Language | 10 | 30 |
| VI | Modern Indian Language (candidate’s choice) | 10 | 30 |
| Total | — | 100 | 300 |
Tier-1 Pattern for NVS Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
| Part | Test Component | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 60 |
| II | Computer Basics | 40 | 120 |
| III | English Language | 20 | 60 |
| IV | Modern Indian Language | 20 | 60 |
| Total | — | 100 | 300 |
Level of Questions in Tier-1
| Post | Expected Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| PGT, Principal, AC | Post-Graduation level |
| TGT, AO, FO, AE, ASO | Graduation level |
| PRT, JSA, Lab Attendant | Senior Secondary |
| MTS | Secondary level |
KVS NVS Tier-2 Exam Pattern (Subject Knowledge Test)
- Duration: 2.5 Hours
- Mode: OMR + Descriptive
Medium: Hindi & English (except language posts) - Final Merit Weightage:
Tier-2: 85%
Interview: 15% (where applicable)
Tier-2 Pattern
Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer in the objective section.
| Component | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Objective (Subject-based) | 60 | 60 |
| Descriptive (Short Answers/Essay) | 10 | 40 |
| Total | 70 | 100 |
Interview & Skill Test (Post-Wise)
Posts With Interview (85% + 15% Weightage)
- Assistant Commissioner
- Principal
- Vice Principal
- PGT
- TGT
- Librarian
Posts With Skill Test
- JSA (Typing + CPT)
- Stenographer Grade I & II (Shorthand + Typing + CPT)
Skill Test Qualifying, but CPT is 100 marks (40% required).
Posts With No Interview / No Skill Test
Final selection based only on Tier-2 marks:
- ASO
- SSA
- Lab Attendant (NVS)
- MTS (NVS)
How to Prepare Using KVS NVS Notes (Bullet Style)
- Use updated KVS NVS notes to cover the complete post-wise syllabus for PGT, TGT, PRT, JSA, Steno & others.
- Start with basic concepts, then move to exam-oriented notes for Tier-1 & Tier-2.
- Make short notes of important formulas, grammar rules, teaching methodologies & subject facts for quick revision.
- Solve KVS NVS previous year papers along with notes to understand question patterns.
- Attempt daily quizzes & mock tests to build accuracy and speed for both Tier-1 (OMR) and Tier-2 (Subject Exam).
- Revise notes regularly using the 3-cycle revision method
- Use post-specific notes (PGT/TGT/PRT, AO, FO, AE, JSA, SSA, MTS) for targeted preparation.
- Highlight weak areas in your notes and revise them more frequently.
- Keep a separate section for teaching aptitude, pedagogy, NEP 2020, computer basics, and current affairs.
- Use PDF notes for travel-time revision and quick last-moment preparations.
Use these expert-curated notes, PDFs, and practice sets to improve your chances of cracking the upcoming recruitment. Good luck!
