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Key Facts: KVS PGT Exam

100 MCQs

Total questions in the Tier-1 screening paper

KVS PGT Exam Pattern Guidelines

2 hours

Time limit for Tier-1 screening

KVS PGT Exam Pattern Guidelines

₹2,000 / ₹500

Exam fees for General/OBC vs. SC/ST/PwBD

KVS PGT Notification Bulletin

1:10 Ratio

Shortlisting ratio from Tier-1 for the Tier-2 examination

KVS PGT Recruitment Scheme

CBSE

Exam administrator for KVS recruitment

Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan Board

KVS PGT uses a two-tier CBT format. Tier-1 is a 120-minute, 100-question screening test covering reasoning, quantitative ability, computer basics, GK, English, and Hindi. Tier-2 is the subject-specific merit paper. The application fee is ₹2,000 for general candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwBD. This bank offers 100 free questions matching the Tier-1 blueprint.

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1In a certain code language, if the letters of the word 'TEACHER' are coded as 'VGCEJGT', how will the word 'STUDENT' be coded in that same language?

A.UVWFENT

B.UVGCEGP

C.UVWFGOP

D.UVWFGPV

Explanation: Each letter in the word 'TEACHER' is shifted forward by two positions (+2) in the English alphabetical order to generate the code 'VGCEJGT'. Applying the same rule to 'STUDENT' yields S+2=U, T+2=V, U+2=W, D+2=F, E+2=G, N+2=P, and T+2=V, resulting in 'UVWFGPV'.

2Introducing a woman, a man said, 'Her husband is the only son of my mother.' How is the woman related to the man?

A.Sister

B.Wife

C.Mother

D.Daughter

Explanation: The 'only son of my mother' for a man refers to the man himself. Since the woman's husband is this only son, the man is referring to himself as the husband, meaning the woman is his wife.

3A person starts from point A and walks 10 meters towards the North. He then turns right and walks 8 meters. Finally, he turns right again and walks 10 meters to reach point B. How far and in which direction is point B from point A?

A.8 meters East

B.8 meters West

C.10 meters East

D.10 meters South

Explanation: The movements are: 10m North (vertical displacement +10), 8m East (horizontal displacement +8), and then 10m South (vertical displacement -10). The net vertical displacement is 10 - 10 = 0, leaving a horizontal displacement of 8m to the East.

4Which of the following numbers completes the analogy: 8 : 64 :: 11 : ?

A.110

B.121

C.132

D.144

Explanation: The relationship is x : x^2. Since 8 squared is 64, the missing number is 11 squared, which is 121.

5In a certain code language, a word's code is the sum of the alphabetical positions (A=1, B=2, ...) of its letters. If 'RED' is coded as 27, how will 'BLUE' be coded?

A.30

B.40

C.50

D.60

Explanation: The code represents the sum of the numerical positions of the letters in the English alphabet. For 'RED', R=18, E=5, D=4, sum = 18+5+4 = 27. For 'BLUE', B=2, L=12, U=21, E=5, sum = 2+12+21+5 = 40.

6Identify the Venn diagram that best represents the relationship among: Doctors, Lawyers, Professionals.

A.Three mutually exclusive circles

B.Two concentric circles inside a larger third circle

C.Two separate circles both fully contained within a larger third circle

D.Three intersecting circles

Explanation: Both Doctors and Lawyers are subsets of Professionals. However, the profession of a Doctor is distinct from that of a Lawyer (they do not overlap), so they are represented by two disjoint circles both lying within the larger circle of Professionals.

7Statements: I. All teachers are learners. II. Some learners are researchers. Conclusions: 1. Some teachers are researchers. 2. All learners are teachers. Which of the conclusions logically follows?

A.Only conclusion 1 follows

B.Only conclusion 2 follows

C.Neither conclusion 1 nor 2 follows

D.Both conclusions 1 and 2 follow

Explanation: Since all teachers are learners and some learners are researchers, there is no guaranteed overlap between teachers and researchers. Thus, conclusion 1 is possible but not logically necessary. Conclusion 2 is also incorrect because 'All teachers are learners' does not imply that 'All learners are teachers' (only a subset of learners are teachers).

8Five students—P, Q, R, S, and T—are sitting in a row facing North. S is between T and Q. Q is to the immediate left of R. P is to the immediate left of T. Who is sitting in the middle of the row?

A.P

B.Q

C.S

D.T

Explanation: From the clues: P is to the left of T (PT). S is between T and Q (TSQ). Q is to the left of R (QR). Combining these sequences gives: P - T - S - Q - R. In this row of 5 students, S is sitting in the middle position.

9If in a certain code language, 'GOOD' is coded as '7-15-15-4' and 'BEST' is coded as '2-5-19-20', how will the word 'KVS' be coded?

A.11-21-19

B.11-22-19

C.12-22-20

D.10-21-19

Explanation: The code corresponds to the English alphabetical position of each letter: G=7, O=15, O=15, D=4 and B=2, E=5, S=19, T=20. For 'KVS', the letter positions are K=11, V=22, S=19. Thus, the code is '11-22-19'.

10Complete the number series: 3, 7, 15, 31, 63, ?

A.95

B.127

C.125

D.111

Explanation: The pattern is that each term is twice the previous term plus one: (3*2)+1 = 7; (7*2)+1 = 15; (15*2)+1 = 31; (31*2)+1 = 63. Following this rule, the next term is (63*2)+1 = 127.

About the KVS PGT Exam

The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) PGT Recruitment Exam is a prestigious national-level examination administered by CBSE for appointing Post Graduate Teachers in central government-run Kendriya Vidyalayas across India. Under the latest patterns, the selection incorporates a qualifying Tier-1 screening test of 100 marks to assess core reasoning, numerical aptitude, computer literacy, general knowledge, and language proficiency in English and Hindi. Candidates clearing the screening cut-offs progress to the subject-specific Tier-2 test. This preparation set provides 100 high-quality questions structured to emulate the Tier-1 common screening paper.

Exam sponsor: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

The KVS PGT selection process involves a Two-Tier system. Tier-1 is a Computer-Based Screening Test consisting of 100 objective-type MCQs covering General Reasoning (20), Numerical Ability (20), Basic Computer Literacy (20), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (20), English Language (10), and Regional/Hindi Language Competency (10). Tier-1 is qualifying in nature, used to shortlist candidates for the subject-specific Tier-2 exam. The shortlisting ratio is approximately 1:10 against the number of vacancies. The final merit list is based on Tier-2 marks and subsequent professional competency assessments (demo teaching/interview).

Time Limit

Tier-1: 2 hours (120 minutes). Tier-2: 2.5 hours (150 minutes).

Passing Score

Cut-off marks for Tier-1 are determined post-exam based on candidate performance and the vacancies available, shortlisting approximately 10 times the number of posts for Tier-2.

Exam / Certification Fees

₹2,000 (₹1,500 application fee + ₹500 processing fee) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay ₹500 processing fee only (exempted from application fee).

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20%

General Reasoning

Covers logical puzzles, coding-decoding, blood relations, series completion, direction sense, and verbal/non-verbal reasoning.

20%

Numerical Ability

Tests arithmetic proficiency including number systems, percentages, ratios, averages, profit & loss, simple/compound interest, and data interpretation.

20%

Basic Computer Literacy

Covers hardware/software basics, Windows operating system, MS Office applications, computer networks, internet usage, and cybersecurity principles.

20%

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

Includes national and international current affairs, science & technology, Indian history, geography, constitution, and key education reforms/policies.

10%

English Language

Tests basic English grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction, synonyms/antonyms, idioms, and reading comprehension.

10%

Regional/Hindi Language Competency

Assesses Hindi grammar, word usage, sandhi, samas, vocabulary, sentence correction, and comprehension passages.

Preparing for the KVS PGT Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Cut-off marks for Tier-1 are determined post-exam based on candidate performance and the vacancies available, shortlisting approximately 10 times the number of posts for Tier-2.
Assessment: The KVS PGT selection process involves a Two-Tier system. Tier-1 is a Computer-Based Screening Test consisting of 100 objective-type MCQs covering General Reasoning (20), Numerical Ability (20), Basic Computer Literacy (20), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (20), English Language (10), and Regional/Hindi Language Competency (10). Tier-1 is qualifying in nature, used to shortlist candidates for the subject-specific Tier-2 exam. The shortlisting ratio is approximately 1:10 against the number of vacancies. The final merit list is based on Tier-2 marks and subsequent professional competency assessments (demo teaching/interview).
Time limit: Tier-1: 2 hours (120 minutes). Tier-2: 2.5 hours (150 minutes).
Exam / certification fees: ₹2,000 (₹1,500 application fee + ₹500 processing fee) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay ₹500 processing fee only (exempted from application fee). Official sources

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KVS PGT: Suggested Study Strategy

1Dedicate regular practice to numerical ability and logical reasoning as they together account for 40% of the Tier-1 screening score.

2Brush up on computer literacy fundamentals including keyboard shortcuts, Excel formulas, and standard internet protocols.

3Track daily national and international current affairs, paying special attention to sports, awards, science advancements, and education policies.

4Review basic English and Hindi grammar concepts (like parts of speech, sandhi, and sentence correction) to secure high marks in the language sections.

5Manage your time carefully during practice; you have exactly 1.2 minutes per question in the actual exam.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam structure for KVS PGT?

KVS PGT selection consists of a Tier-1 screening test (100 objective MCQs on general aptitude and languages) to shortlist candidates, and a Tier-2 subject-specific exam. Final selection combines Tier-2 performance and the interview/demo teaching stage.

How long is the KVS PGT Tier-1 exam?

The Tier-1 screening exam has a duration of 2 hours (120 minutes) for 100 questions.

What is the application fee for the KVS PGT exam?

The fee is ₹2,000 (comprising a ₹1,500 application fee and a ₹500 processing fee) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay ₹500 processing fee only.

Are there negative marks in KVS PGT Tier-1?

Negative marking rules depend on the specific notification bulletin. Typically, a penalty of 1/3rd or 1/4th mark applies to incorrect objective responses.

Is Hindi language proficiency mandatory for KVS PGT?

Yes, proficiency in teaching in both English and Hindi media is a mandatory eligibility requirement, and Hindi language is tested in the screening paper.

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