Can We Apply For KVS Exam Without CTET Certificate?

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Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangthan (KVS) has released 13404 teaching vacancies for PGT TGT PRT and non teaching posts. KVS Application Link will be active till 26 December 2022 on official website. Before applying for the KVS TGT, PRT & PGT recruitment, it’s necessary to go through the KVS eligibility criteria , age limit and educational qualification. Many students have a query regarding KVS eligibility criteria.

Here we are having big question is that “Can we apply for KVS Exam without clearing CTET Exam“. Let’s find out!!. In this article, we have discussed the eligibility criteria for the teaching posts of Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs), Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) and Primary Teachers in KVS School.

KVS Eligibility Criteria 2022, KVS Qualification & Age Limit

KVS Exam 2022

KVS Exam 2022 is golden opportunity for candidate who want to teach as PGT TGT PRT posts in all over India. Candidate who were eagerly waiting for KVS 2022 recruitment process, there wait is over. Here we are going to explain regarding the KVS Exam 2022 Recruitment Eligibility.

Organization	KVS
Full Form	Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangthan
Organised by	Central Government under the Ministry of Human Resource Development.
Teaching Posts	PRT, TGT, PGT and Non Teaching
Examination Mode	Online
Selection Process	Written + Demo Teaching + Interview
Age Limit	PRT – 30 Yrs, TGT -35 yrs, PGT-40 yrs

KVS Teacher Qualification

Before applying for the KVS Exam 2022, candidates must be aware of the KVS Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit. There are few posts in KVS department like TGT (TGT – P & HE, TGT – AE & TGT – WE) where CTET Marks is not essential criteria. Here we have discussed about the KVS Essential & Desirable qualifications for various posts.

KVS TGT Eligibility Criteria

The Eligibility criteria for TGT in various subjects has been given below.

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks in the concerned subjects/combination of subjects and in aggregate.
B.Ed or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
Pass in the CTET Paper II by CBSE
Proficiency in teaching in Hindi and English medium.

KVS PGT/TGT/PRT Previous Year Cut Off

KVS PRT and Primary Teacher (Music) Eligibility Criteria

SL. No.	Post	Qualification (s)
1.	PRIMARY TEACHER	Essential: 1. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education Or Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) Or Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education 2. Qualified in the CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) conducted by the Govt. of India. 3. Proficiency to teach through Hindi & English media. Desirable: Knowledge of working on Computer.
2	PRIMARY TEACHER (MUSIC)	Essential: (i) Senior Secondary School Certificate with 50% marks or Intermediate with 50% marks or its equivalent and Bachelor Degree in Music or equivalent from a recognized University. (ii) Competence to teach through English/Hindi medium.Desirable: Knowledge of Computer Applications.

KVS Eligibility Criteria For PGT

Master’s Degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks.
B.Ed or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
Proficiency in teaching in Hindi and English medium.

KVS Detailed Eligibility Criteria

Can B.Ed appearing apply for KVS?

Yes, B. Ed and CTET both are mandatory for the KVS TGT Post.

(a) Four years integrated degree course of Regional College of Education of NCERT in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate.

(b) Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject/combination of subject and in aggregate.

KVS Age Limit 2022

Check out KVS TGT, PGT & PRT Teacher Age Limit 2022 below.

S.N.	Post Name	Age Limit
1	PRT	30
2	TGT	35
3	PGT	40

Note: Age relaxation will be given according to norms of Central Government for SC, ST, OBC and Other Candidates.

Age Limit Relaxation

The age limit relaxation for SC,ST,OBC, EWS, Women, PWD and other category has been given below :

S. No.	Category	Age Relaxation
1	Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe	5 years
2	Other Backward Classes	3 years
3	Women (All Category) for teaching posts only for TGT PGT and PRT	10 years
4	KVS Employees	No age bar
5	Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres	5 years for General 10 years for SC 8 years for years for OBC
6	Persons ordinarily domiciled in State of Jammu & Kashmir during 01-01-1980 to 31-12-1989	5 years
7	Persons with disabilities (including women)	(i) SC/ST – 15 years (ii) OBC – 13 years (iii) General – 10 years
8	Ex-Servicemen (Un-reserved/ General)(For Group-B posts only)	03-years Service after-deduction of the Military rendered from the actual age as on the closing date for receipt of applications
9	Ex-Servicemen (OBC) For Group-B posts only)	06 years (03 years + 03 years) after deduction of the Military Service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date for receipt of applications
10	Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) For Group-B posts only)	08 years (03 years + 05 years) after deduction of the Military Service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date for receipt of applications

Can We Apply For KVS Exam Without CTET Certificate?

CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) is a national-level exam which is conducted by CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) twice a year for the aspirants who want to secure a teaching job in govt. schools. For those candidates who want to apply for PRT & TGT posts, CTET is a compulsory exam.

KVS 2022 FAQ

Q. Is CTET mandatory for the KVS exam?
Ans. Yes, the CTET exam is mandatory for this exam. KVS Exam is a central-level exam

Q. Can I get my KVS Examination center to change?
Ans. No, the KVS decision is final and no request has been considered further

Q. Is KVS job transferable?
Ans. Yes, the KVS job is transferable in nature. However, an employee seeking to request a transfer within the same station can apply for KVs choice but the such transfer will be considered only against vacancy.

Q.Is B Ed compulsory for PGT in KVS?
Ans. Yes, B.Ed is compulsory for KVS PGT Exam.

KVS Recruitment 2022 Links
How to Prepare KVS?	KVS Previous Year Papers
KVS Study Material PDF	What is KVS?
KVS Eligibility Criteria	How to Prepare KVS?
KVS Exam Date	KVS Syllabus 2022
KVS Selection Process	KVS 2022
KVS Cut Off 2022	KVS Salary 2022
KVS Exam Centers List 2022	KVS PRT Study Material 2022