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NVS Eligibility Criteria 2023
NVS Eligibility Criteria 2023: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti released the notification for PGT, and TGT recruitment. Candidates interested in applying for the same should be aware of the eligibility criteria to be met.
NVS Eligibility 2023
NVS Recruitment is open to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria put in place by NVS. These include nationality, age, education, experience, etc. Candidates should carefully read and understand each of the criteria mentioned below.
NVS Age Criteria
The following is the age criteria for the available posts:
S.no | Post | Maximum Age Limit |
---|---|---|
1 | Principal | 50 |
2 | PGT | 40 |
3 | TGT and Misc | 35 |
Age Relaxation
Maximum relaxation in upper age limit will be as under:
Sl. No. | Category of Persons | Extent of age relaxation / concession |
(a) | Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
(b) | Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
(c ) | Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs, TGTs and Miscellaneous Category Teachers posts | 10 years |
(d) | Regular NVS Employees | No age bar |
(e) | Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres | 5 years |
(f) | Persons ordinarily domiciled in State of Jammu & Kashmir during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | 5 years |
(g) | Persons with disabilities SC/STOBC (NCL)General For woman with disability, clause (c) is not applicable. | 15 years 13 years 10 years |
(h) | Ex-Servicemen who has put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he / she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding age limit. (Important: Such ex- serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules). |
NVS Educational Qualification
The educational qualification for the various posts under NVS Recruitment 2023 are as indicated below-
1. Principal
The following is the educational qualification required for the post of Principal:
- Master’s degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks.
- B.Ed or equivalent teaching degree.
- At least 3 years experience as House Master of a fully residential school.
- Proficiency in English & Hindi/concerned Regional language
2. PGT
There are various posts available under PGT. The following are the educational qualifications for each post:
S.No. | POST | Master Degree in the subject |
(i) | PGT (English) | English |
(ii) | PGT(Hindi) | Hindi |
(iii) | PGT(Physics) | Physics/Applied Physics/Electronics Physics/ Nuclear Physics |
(iv) | PGT(Chemistry) | Chemistry/Bio Chemistry |
(v) | PGT(Mathematics) | Mathematics/Applied Mathematics |
(vi) | PGT(Economics) | Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics |
(vii) | PGT(History) | History |
(viii) | PGT(Geography) | Geography |
(ix) | PGT(Commerce) | Commerce with Accounting/Cost Accounting/ Financial Accounting as a major subject of study. Holders of Degree of M.Com. in Applied/Business Economics shall not be eligible. |
(x) | PGT (Biology) | Botany / Zoology / Life Sciences / Bio Sciences / Genetics / Micro Biology / Bio-Technology / Molecular Bio / Plant Physiology provided that applicant had studied Botany and Zoology at Graduation level. |
PGT in Computer Science
The qualifications for PGT in CS is as follows:
(xi) | PGT (Computer Science) | Essential Qualifications | Desirable Qualifications |
---|---|---|---|
1. At least 50% marks in aggregate in any of the following: BE or B.Tech (Computer Science/IT) from a recognized University/Institute. OR 2. BE or B.Tech (any stream) and Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science from a recognized University/Institute. OR 3. M.Sc (Computer Science/IT)/MCA from a recognized University. OR 4. B.Sc (Computer Science)/BCA and Post Graduate Degree in any subject from a recognized University. OR 5. Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science/IT and Post Graduate Degree in any subject from a recognized University / Institute. OR 6. ‘B’ level from DOEACC/NIELT and Post Graduate Degree in any subject. OR 7. ‘C’ level from DOEACC/NIELT Ministry of Information and Communication Technology and Graduation. 2. Proficiency in teaching in Hindi/English. Desirable: B.Ed Degree Note: For subsequent promotion, the incumbent will have to acquire B.Ed. degree. | B.Ed Degree |
NVS 2023 – Qualifications for TGT
The following are the educational qualifications required for TGT aspirants:
S.No. | POST | Master Degree in the subject |
(i) | TGT(English) | English as an Elective Subject at Degree Level |
(ii) | TGT(Maths) | Maths, Physics and Chemistry |
(iii) | TGT(Science) | Botany, Zoology and Chemistry |
(iv) | TGT(Hindi) | Hindi as an elective at Degree level |
(v) | TGT(Social Studies) | History with Geography / Economics / Political Science OR Geography with History / Economics / Political Science |
Qualifications for Miscellaneous Posts
Here are the qualifications for the rest of the posts in the NVS Recruitment 2023.
1. Music
The qualifications for the post of Music teacher are-
Essential Qualifications
Five years of study in a Music institution recognized by the concerned State Govt. as equivalent to a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree. OR A Bachelors Degree in Music from a recognized university OR Higher Secondary/Sr.Secondary with any one of the following: Sangeet-Visharad examination of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal, Bombay or Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyalaypeeth, Lucknow or Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwa Vidyalaya, Khairagarh (MP) or Sangeet Prabhakar examination of the Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad. OR Following Degree/Diploma awarded by Pracheen Kala Kendra, Chandigarh: Sangeet Bhushan with Graduation in any discipline.Sangeet Nritya Bhushan with graduation in any Sangeet Visharad or Sangeet Nritya Visharad with Sr.Secondary/Intermediate/I examination of 3 years Degree Course.
Desirable Qualifications
- Working knowledge of English and Hindi or other Regional Language.
- Experience of working in a residential school.
- Working knowledge of Computers.
Sr. No. | Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
2. | Art | Four years Recognized Diploma in any discipline of Fine Arts as Drawing/Painting/Sculpture/Graphic Arts/Crafts after passing Senior Secondary Examination (Class XII or equivalent) OR Five years Recognized Diploma in any discipline of Fine Arts as Drawing/Painting/Sculpture/Graphic Arts/Crafts after passing Secondary Examination (Class X or equivalent) OR Degree in Fine Arts/Crafts from a recognized University OR B.Ed. Degree in Fine Arts from Regional College of Education. | B.Ed. degree. Working knowledge of English and Hindi or other Regional Languages. Experience of Working in a Residential School. Working knowledge of Computers |
3. | PET (Male & Female) | Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from a recognized institution. OR D.P.Ed. from a recognized University/Institution provided that the admission qualification for the diploma is at least a University’s Degree. | Working knowledge of English and Hindi or other Regional Language. Experience of working in a residential school. Diploma from National Institute of Sports. |
4. | Librarian | University degree in Library Science from a recognized institution OR Graduation with One-year Diploma in Library Science from a recognized Institution Working knowledge of English and Hindi or other Regional Language | (i) Experience of Working in a residential school. ii) Knowledge of Computer Operations. |
NVS Eligibility 2023 – Conclusion
Candidates interested in joining the NVS should make sure to check the official website for updates. The blogs linked below will also be updated as and when more information is released.
NVS Exam Dates 2023 | NVS Recruitment 2023 | NVS Syllabus 2023 |
NVS Application Form 2023 | NVS Cut Off 2023 | NVS Salary 2023 |
NVS Eligibility Criteria 2023 – Frequently Asked Questions
A1. The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti is recruiting PGTs (Post Graduate Teachers) and TGTs (Trained Graduate Teachers).
A2. Candidates can apply for the post of TGT and PGT for various subjects. They’re also recruiting for the post of Principal.
A3. For the candidates applying for the role of principal the maximum age is 50.
A4. The age limit for NVS TGT is 40 years.
A5. The age limit for NVS PGT and miscellaneous posts is 35.
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