On behalf of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)  is responsible for conducting the NVS PGT examination to recruit candidates for Post Graduate Teacher Vacancies. The candidates who are preparing for the NVS PGT Teacher Exam must be aware of the NVS PGT Syllabus & Exam Pattern for a proper exam strategy. Candidates must read the complete article till the end to understand the complete syllabus and exam pattern to begin their preparation for the exam. 

NVS PGT Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025

NVS Recruitment 2025 Notification has been released for 5841 teaching and non-teaching vacancies, and the exam is scheduled for 10th and 11th January 2026. Candidates preparing for the exam must review the PGT Exam Syllabus as the first step in preparation, helping them understand the number of sections, important topics, section-wise distribution of questions, marking scheme, and more. Here we have shared the NVS PGT Syllabus 2025 and Exam Pattern for the ease of candidates. 

NVS PGT Syllabus 2025- Overview
Exam Conducting BodyCentral Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) 
BoardNavodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS)
Exam NameNVS PGT 2025
Post NamePost Graduate Teacher (PGT) and Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) (Modern Indian Language)
Vacancies1521
Mode of ExamOffline (Pen - Paper Mode)
Exam Duration2 Hours
NVS PGT Exam Date10th and 11th January 2026
Marking Scheme3 Mark
Negative Marking1 mark in paper 1 and ¼ marks in paper 2
Selection ProcessWritten Test- Interview
Official websitewww.cbse.gov.in, www.kvsangathan.nic.in, and www.navodaya.gov.in

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NVS PGT Exam Pattern 2025

There are two-tier examinations followed by an interview for selecting the candidates for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT). Tier 1 is an objective type, and Tier 2 exam is OMR-based and Descriptive type. 

NVS Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2025 

  • NVS Tier 1 Paper is divided into 6 parts.
  • There will be 100 questions for 300 marks in total.
  • The duration of the test will be 120  minutes (2 hours).
  • There will be negative marking for wrong answers in Tier-1; 1/3rd marks (i.e.1 marks) will be deducted for each wrong answer.
NVS PGT Exam Pattern 2025
PartsSubjectsNo. of QuestionsTotal MarksDuration
Part IGeneral Reasoning20602 Hours
(120 minutes)
Part IINumeric Ability2060
Part IIIBasic Computer Literacy2060
Part IVGeneral Knowledge2060
Part VLanguage Competency Test (English)1030
Part VILanguage Competency Test (One other Modern Indian Languages*)1030
Total100300

NVS Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2025

  • Negative marking- ¼th mark
  • combination of Pen-Paper and OMR-based
TypeNumber of QuestionsMarksDuration
Objective60602.5 hours
Descriptive1040
Total70100

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NVS PGT Syllabus

The NVS Syllabus for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts comprises topics from general awareness, reasoning, general English, and general Hindi. The exam will be held for a total of 150 marks. Check the detailed exam topics from here. 

NVS PGT Syllabus for General Awareness

  1. Important Days & Dates
  2. Indian History
  3. Books and Authors
  4. Indian National Movement
  5. Awards and Honors
  6. Budget and Five Year Plans
  7. General Polity
  8. Current Affairs – National & International
  9. Indian Economy
  10. States & Capitals of India
  11. International & National Organizations
  12. Science – Inventions & Discoveries
  13. Science & Technology
  14. Sports
  15. Abbreviations
  16. Countries & Capitals

NVS PGT Syllabus for Reasoning 

  1. Arithmetic Number Series/Letter and Symbol Series
  2. Spatial Orientation
  3. Observation
  4. Figures/Verbal Classification
  5. Relationship concepts
  6. Arithmetical Reasoning
  7. Non-verbal series
  8. Analogies
  9. Discrimination
  10. Visual Memory
  11. Similarities and Differences
  12. Spatial Visualization
  13. Coding and Decoding
  14. Statement and Conclusion
  15. Logical Deduction
  16. Statement and Argument
  17. Cause and Effect
  18. Making Judgments

NVS PGT Syllabus for General English 

  1. Verb
  2. Comprehension
  3. Unseen Passages
  4. Tenses
  5. Fill in the Blanks
  6. Vocabulary
  7. Voice
  8. Adverb
  9. Antonyms/Synonyms
  10. Subject-Verb Agreement
  11. Error Correction
  12. English Grammar
  13. Articles
  14. Sentence Rearrangement
  15. Idioms & Phrases

NVS PGT Syllabus for General Hindi

  1. Vocabulary.
  2. Grammar.
  3. Synonyms.
  4. Translation of Sentences.
  5. Fill in the Blanks.
  6. Error Detection.
  7. Comprehension.
  8. Phrases/Muhavare.
  9. Plural Forms etc.

NVS PGT Tier 2 Syllabus 2025 

Knowing the NVS PGT Tier 2 Syllabus 2025 helps candidates to get familiar with the most important, high-weightage and frequently repeated topics, which will make their exam preparation a little easier and interesting.

SubjectsTopics
MathematicsSets
Relations & Functions
Trigonometric Functions 
Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
Linear Inequalities
Permutations and Combinations
Binomial Theorem
Sequence and Series
Straight Lines
Conic Sections
Introduction to Three-dimensional Geometry
Limits and Derivatives
Statistics 
Probability
Relations and Functions
Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Matrices
Determinants
Continuity and Differentiability
Applications of Derivatives 
Integrals
Vectors
Three - dimensional Geometry
Probability 
PhysicsUnits and Measurements
Motion in a Straight Line
Motion in a Plane
Laws of Motion
Work, Energy and Power
Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body & System of Particles and Rotational Motion
Gravitation
Mechanical Properties of Solids
Mechanical Properties of Fluids
Thermal Properties of Matter
Thermodynamics 
Behavior of Perfect Gases and Kinetic Theory of Gases
Oscillations and Waves
Electric Charges and Fields
Magnetism and Matter 
Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
Electromagnetic Waves
Ray Optics and Optical Instruments Ray Optics
Wave optics
Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Atoms & Nuclei
Semiconductor Electronics
ChemistryBasic Concepts of Chemistry
Structure of Atom
Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Chemical Thermodynamics 
Equilibrium 
Redox Reactions
Organic Chemistry -Some Basic Principles and Techniques
Classification of Hydrocarbons
Electrochemistry
Chemical Kinetics
d and f Block Elements
Coordination Compounds 
Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
BiologyThe Living World
Biological Classification
Plant Kingdom
Animal Kingdom
Morphology of Flowering Plants
Anatomy of Flowering Plants
Structural Organisation in Animals
Cell-The Unit of Life
Biomolecules
Cell Cycle and Cell Division
Photosynthesis in Higher Plants
Respiration in Plants 
Plant - Growth and Development
Breathing and Exchange of Gases
Body Fluids and Circulation 
Excretory Products and their Elimination
Locomotion and Movement
Chemical Coordination and Integration
Neural Control and Coordination
Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants
Human Reproduction
Reproductive Health
Computer ScienceComputer Systems and Organisation
Society, Law and Ethics
Computational Thinking and Programming – 2
Computer Networks
Database Management
Introduction to Computer System
Introduction to Python
Database concepts and the Structured Query Language
Emerging Trends
Introduction to Computer Networks 
CommerceIntroduction to Accounting
Theory Base of Accounting
Recording of Business Transactions
Trial balance and Rectification of Errors 
Financial Accounting – II
Accounting for Partnership Firms
Accounting for Partnership firms - Reconstitution and Dissolution
Retirement and death of a partner
Dissolution of a partnership firm
Accounting for Share Capital
Financial statements of a Company
Business Studies
EconomicsCollection, Organisation and Presentation of data
Statistical Tools and Interpretation
Introduction to Microeconomics
Consumer's Equilibrium and Demand
Producer Behaviour and Supply 
National Income and Related Aggregates
Money and Banking
Determination of Income and Employment
Government Budget and the Economy
Balance of Payments
Development Experience (1947-90) and Economic Reforms since 1991
Current challenges facing Indian Economy
Development Experience of India
GeographyGeography as a Discipline
The Earth
Landforms
Climate
Water (Oceans)
Life on the Earth
India-Physical Environment
Physiography
Climate, Vegetation and Soil
Hazards and Disasters: Causes, Consequences and Management
Transport, Communication and Trade
HistoryWriting and City Life
An Empire across Three Continents
Changing Cultural Traditions
Modern History
EnglishComprehension
Section B: Writing Ability
Section C: Grammar and Usage
Section D: Literature
Hindiआदिकाल से रीतिकाल
आधुनिक काल
गद्य साहित्य

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NVS PGT Syllabus 2025: FAQs

Ans. The NVS PGT Exam Pattern 2025 has been discussed in the article in detail.

Ans. For each correct answer, 3 mark is awarded and for each incorrect answer- 1 mark in paper 1 and 1/4th (0.25) mark in paper 2 will be deduction.

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