The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) exam is one of the most sought-after teaching and non-teaching recruitment exams in India. Candidates aspiring to become teachers, principals, or work in administrative roles in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) must prepare well to crack this competitive exam.
NVS Exam Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria vary depending on the post applied for:
- Principal – Master’s Degree with B.Ed and relevant experience
- PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) – Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with B.Ed
- TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) – Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject with B.Ed and CTET qualification
- Non-Teaching Staff – Varies as per the post (Clerk, Staff Nurse, Librarian, etc.)
NVS Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The NVS exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The general exam pattern includes:
1. Exam Pattern for PGT & TGT
| Section |
Subjects |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
| Part 1 |
General English & Hindi |
20 |
20 |
| Part 2 |
General Awareness |
10 |
10 |
| Part 3 |
Reasoning Ability |
10 |
10 |
| Part 4 |
Teaching Aptitude |
20 |
20 |
| Part 5 |
Subject-Specific |
80 |
80 |
| Total |
– |
150 |
150 |
2. Exam Pattern for Principal
Includes:
- Reasoning & General Awareness
- Educational Leadership & Management
- Perspectives on Education
- Subject Knowledge
- English & Hindi Language
For Non-Teaching Staff, the exam pattern differs as per the role.
Best Books for NVS Exam 2025
- Teaching Aptitude – “Teaching Aptitude & Teaching Attitude” by R. Gupta
- Reasoning – “A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning” by R.S. Aggarwal
- General Awareness – “Lucent’s General Knowledge”
- English & Hindi – Objective English by S.P. Bakshi, Samanya Hindi by Lucent
- Subject-Specific Books – NCERT Books (for TGT/PGT Subjects)
NVS Exam 2025 Preparation Tips
- Understand the Syllabus – Check the official syllabus and focus on important topics.
- Create a Study Plan – Allocate time for each subject and stick to the schedule.
- Practice Previous Year Papers – Solving previous years’ question papers helps in understanding the exam pattern.
- Take Online Mock Tests – Attempt online tests to improve speed and accuracy.
- Stay Updated with Current Affairs – Regularly read newspapers and current affairs magazines.
- Revision is Key – Revise important concepts frequently.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How can I apply for the NVS Exam 2025?
A: You can apply online through the official website navodaya.gov.in once the application form is released.
Q2: Is CTET required for NVS TGT Recruitment?
A: Yes, CTET is mandatory for TGT candidates.
Q3: How many times is the NVS exam conducted in a year?
A: The exam is generally conducted once a year based on vacancies.
Q4: What is the age limit for NVS recruitment?
A: The age limit varies for different posts:
- PGT: Up to 40 years
- TGT: Up to 35 years
- Principal: Up to 50 years
- Non-Teaching Posts: Varies as per the role
Q5: Is there negative marking in the NVS exam?
A: No, there is no negative marking in the NVS recruitment exam.
