Is there any negative marking in the KVS teaching exam?

As per the official notification released by the KVS, there will be no negative marking in the exam.

Is the KVS exam conducted online or offline?

The KVS exam is conducted in online mode.

What will be the selection process of KVS PGT/TGT/PRT 2025?

The selection process for KVS 2025 consists of three phases for all teaching posts : Written examination Demo Teaching Interview

Is CTET necessary for KVS?

CTET is not mandatory for the PGTs posts but CTET Paper-2 is required for the TGTs posts and CTET Paper 1 for PRT posts.

Is there any Interview Session Included in KVS Selection Process 2025?

Yes, Interview Session is an integral part of the KVS Selection process 2025.

KVS Selection Process For TGT PGT PRT and Principal Posts

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The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) is expected to announce a recruitment drive for various teaching positions against 9156 vacancies. Hence, it has become important for the candidates to go through the KVS Selection Process 2025 for PGT, TGT, and PRT posts. Broadly speaking, the Selection Process for KVS Teacher Recruitment 2025 includes 3 distinct stages- Written Test, Interview and Demo Teaching. It is essential for candidates to read the complete KVS Teacher Selection Process 2025 for better understanding.

KVS Selection Process for PRT TGT PGT Posts

The KVS Selection Process for PRT, TGT, and PGT posts is carried out in three main steps: written test, demo teaching, and interview. Candidates must first clear the written test to be eligible for the demo teaching and interview rounds. For PGT, TGT, and PRT posts, the weightage for each stage is divided as follows: the written test carries 70%, while the demo teaching and interview are allocated 30%. The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined scores from the written exam, demo teaching, and interview. Candidates are advised to focus on all three stages to enhance their chances of selection.

Written Exam – 70%
Demo Teaching – 15%
Interview – 15%

KVS Selection Process Written Exam

The KVS Selection Process for PRT, TGT, and PGT posts begins with the written exam, which will consist of 180 questions for a total of 180 marks, and candidates will have 180 minutes to complete the exam. The revised KVS examination pattern and syllabus are applicable to both teaching and non-teaching recruitment exams. The written exam holds a significant weightage of 70% in the final merit list. Candidates must prepare thoroughly for the written exam as it is a crucial step in the selection process.

KVS Selection Process Demo Teaching

The Demo Teaching round is the second stage in the KVS Selection Process for both teaching and non-teaching posts. Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called to demonstrate their teaching skills in front of an interview committee. This activity allows the panel to assess the candidate’s teaching methodology, communication, and interaction with students. The Demo Teaching carries 30 marks and holds a 15% weightage in the final merit list, making it an important component of the selection process.

KVS Selection Process Interview 2025

The KVS recruitment process follows a 70:30 weightage distribution. The written exam holds the highest weightage at 70%, while Demo Teaching and the Interview each contribute 15% to the final merit list. The Interview, which is worth 30 marks, evaluates a candidate’s overall performance, including their teaching knowledge, communication skills, and how they handle questions from the panel. The KVS Interview Questions for TGT, PGT, and PRT candidates are crucial and can significantly impact the final selection. The final merit list will be prepared based on the scores from the written exam, demo teaching, and the interview.

The final merit list for the KVS selection process is prepared on the basis of the candidate’s performance in the written exam, demo teaching session, and interview.

KVS Cut-Off Marks

Here you can see the category-wise KVS cut-off 2018 which will give you an idea of the overall difficulty level of the KVS exams. Category wise cut off marks of selected candidates to the posts of PGTs, TGTs, PRT & PRT(Music)

S.No.	Post/Subject	UR	OBC	SC	ST	OH	VH
1.	PGT – English	66.742	58.379	63.803	57.374	–	62.591
2.	PGT – Hindi	71.247	65.33	63.986	60.559	64.309	61.059
3.	PGT – Physics	61.64	59.688	48.147	45.901	–	–
4.	PGT – Chemistry	72.019	68.968	64.865	53.006	–	–
5.	PGT – Economics	64.225	59.978	60.119	53.845	50.393	–
6.	PGT – Commerce	61.455	55.402	48.704	49.859	56.526	–
7.	PGT – Maths	70.23	61.76	61.709	51.852	66.474	–
8.	PGT – Biology	74.184	69.566	67.73	65.041	–	–
9.	PGT – History	66.313	61.775	63.912	59.591	–	–
10.	PGT – Geography	70.362	64.725	62.865	62.523	–	–
11.	PGT – Computer Sc.	71.714	62.588	62.021	57.887	–	–
12.	TGT – English	67.917	58.588	61.369	56.697	58.354	–
13.	TGT – Hindi	65.995	60.104	56.369	59.634	–	64.056
14.	TGT – Social Studies	66.682	60.354	56.932	57.541	62.682	58.384
15.	TGT – Science	68.573	65.573	61.947	61.556	–	–
16.	TGT – Sanskrit	64.291	56.291	53.806	54.821	57.9	54.15
17.	TGT – Maths	70.823	66.588	60.417	60.963	63.119	–
18.	TGT – P & HE	68.132	58.673	60.496	57.058	–	–
19.	TGT – AE	70.726	60.59	64.736	54.611	56.746	–
20.	TGT – WE	69.435	63.122	58.819	54.475	58.329	67.819
21.	Primary Teacher	71.547	65.258	65.406	59.124	64.688	54.522
22.	PRT (Music)	70.474	58.202	60.76	41.745	46.327	–

KVS CUT OFF Of PRT, TGT & PGT

Tips for the KVS Demo teaching session:

The demo teaching session is an important part of the KVS selection process. Here are some tips on how to perform well in the demo teaching session:

Choose a topic that you are confident in: Choose a topic for your demo teaching session that you are confident in and that you can teach effectively.
Prepare a lesson plan: Prepare a detailed lesson plan for your demo teaching session. The lesson plan should include the learning objectives, activities, and assessment methods.
Practice your lesson: Practice your demo teaching session thoroughly before the day of the exam. This will help you deliver your lesson smoothly and confidently.
Be interactive: Engage with the students during your demo teaching session. Ask them questions and encourage them to participate.
Be enthusiastic: Show your enthusiasm for teaching during your demo teaching session. This will help you make a good impression on the judges.

Preparation Tips for KVS Interview

1. Dress up yourself properly – The first impression is the last impression. Your body language plays a significant role during the interview. Dressing is the most important part of the interview because it reflects your personality.

For Males – A shirt and Trousers with a Tie (optional) will be the best way to present yourself.
For Females – A female can go with a saree and suits salwar which will give a good impression to the panel

2. Be Punctual – Reach your interview centre before the given time so that you can relax and avoid rushing until the last minute. It will also boost your confidence & give a positive outlook to the interviewee.

3. Be Confident – Confidence is the key to cracking or handling any situation. Confidence in your personality shows by your gestures and your facial expressions. Do not show that you are nervous.

4 Learn To Accept- “NO”-It is possible that you may not know the answer to a few questions. So don’t be nervous about it. You can make a smart move or accept that you don’t recall the answer at that time or you don’t know the answer but you will definitely read about it.

5. Revise Commonly Asked Questions: Always pay attention to the questions that an interviewer mostly asked in all interviews. Instead of giving the same replies make your own answer, as it will be more impressive for him/her. Giving your answers with confidence is the main element of the situation.

6. Prepare yourself to give the answer about your home town, and be prepared for the question which might be asked by the interviewer about your native place like “What is your hometown famous for?” or “Name the famous personality who hails from the city you belong to? As well there might be some possibility that they may ask questions related to where you want to join and tell me about your preference.

7. Just Be Yourself – Lastly, the most important tip is that ‘Just Be Yourself’. Do not try to copy another person.

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