NVS Group C Exam Guide 2026
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📊 NVS Group C Recruitment 2022 Overview
| Hiring Organization | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti |
|---|---|
| Posts | ASO Audit Assistant Junior Engineer Stenographer Computer Operator Catering Assistant JSA Electrician cum Plumber Lab Attendant Mess Helper MTS |
| Vacancy | 1832 |
| Starting for online applications | 12th January 2022 |
| Deadline for online applications | 10th February 2022 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 25th February 2022 |
| CBT Exam Dates | 8th to 13th March 2022 |
| Result Date | To be announced |
| Exam Conducting Authority | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti |
| Qualification | Graduates Government Jobs |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Posts | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Audit Assistant | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stenographer | 10 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 22 |
| Computer Operator | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Catering Assistant | 37 | 23 | 8 | 13 | 6 | 87 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Hqrs/RO Cadre) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre) | 254 | 167 | 62 | 93 | 46 | 622 |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | 113 | 73 | 27 | 40 | 20 | 273 |
| Lab Attendant | 59 | 38 | 14 | 21 | 10 | 142 |
| Mess Helper | 257 | 169 | 62 | 94 | 47 | 629 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (RO Cadre) | 14 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 23 |
| Total | 760 | 486 | 182 | 271 | 133 | 1832 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Posts
- Application Fee
- Lab Attendant, Mess Helper, Multi Tasking Staff
- Rs. 750/-
- Assistant Section Officer, Audit Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Engineer (Civil), Stenographer, Computer Operator, Catering Assistant, Junior Secretariat Assistant (HQ/RO Cadre), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre), Electrician cum Plumber
- Rs. 1000/-
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 18-30 years |
| Audit Assistant | 18-30 years |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 35 years |
| Stenographer | 18-27 years |
| Computer Operator | 18-30 years |
| Catering Assistant | 35 years |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Hqrs/RO Cadre) | 18-27 years |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre) | 18-27 years |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | 18-40 years |
| Lab Attendant | 18-30 years |
| Mess Helper | 18-30 years |
| Multi Tasking Staff (RO Cadre) | 18-30 years |
📊 Application Fee
- SC/ST
- 5 years
- OBC NCL
- 3 years
- Category
- Age Relaxation
- PWD SC/ST
- 15 years
- PWD General
- 10 years
- PWD OBC NCL
- 13 years
- Ex-Serviceman
- 3 years after deduction of service period from actual age
- Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt
- 5 years
- Persons ordinarily domiciled in State of Jammu & Kashmir during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989
- 5 years
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Posts | Educational Qualification | Desired Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | Degree from a recognized University. Knowledge of Computer Operation | 3 years experience |
| Audit Assistant | B Com | 3 years experience |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering OR Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with three years experience | 3 years experience (for Diploma Holders) |
| Stenographer | Senior Secondary School Certificate (Class XII) Shorthand speed of 80 words per minute and Typing Speed of 40 words per minute in English corresponding to 12000 KDPH. OR Shorthand speed of 60 words per minute and Typing Speed of 30 words per minute in Hindi corresponding to 9000 KDPH. | - |
| Computer Operator | Degree from a recognized Institution/University. Skill in word-processing & data entry with a one-year Computer Diploma | Familiarity with various software packages |
| Catering Assistant | Secondary School (X class pass) and Three Years Diploma in Catering or equivalent from an Institution recognized by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India/State Govt. OR Passed Sr. Secondary (Class XII) from CBSE with Hotel Management and Catering as Vocational Subject and at least one year experience in catering. OR Passed Sr.Secondary (Class XII) or equivalent and one-year diploma in catering or equivalent with three years experience in catering in reputed institution/hotels. OR Trade proficiency Certificate in Catering with a minimum of 10 years of service in Defence Services of the regular establishment (for Ex-Servicemen only). | - |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Hqrs/RO Cadre) | Senior Secondary Certificate (Class XII) from a recognized Board and possessing a minimum speed of 30 words per minute in English typewriting or 25 words per minute in Hindi typewriting [corresponding to 9000 KDPH (for English Typewriting) or 7500 KDPH (for Hindi Typewriting) on an average of 5 key depressions for each word] OR Passed +2 level of Senior Secondary from CBSE/State Board with Secretarial Practices and Office Management as Vocational Subjects | Knowledge of computer operation and data entry acquired either as a subject at +2 level or through 06 months diploma in computers from a recognized institution or through computer literacy certificate at school level. Experience in accounts / administrative matters in Govt. / Semi Govt. / Autonomous organization. |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre) | Senior Secondary Certificate (Class XII) from a recognized Board and possessing a minimum speed of 30 words per minute in English typewriting or 25 words per minute in Hindi typewriting [corresponding to 9000 KDPH (for English Typewriting) or 7500 KDPH (for Hindi Typewriting) on an average of 5 key depressions for each word] OR Passed +2 level of Senior Secondary from CBSE/State Board with Secretarial Practices and Office Management as Vocational Subjects | Knowledge of computer operation and data entry acquired either as a subject at +2 level or through 06 months diploma in computers from a recognized institution or through computer literacy certificate at school level. Experience in accounts / administrative matters in Govt. / Semi Govt. / Autonomous organization |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | 10th class pass. ITI Certificate or equivalent in the trade of Electrician or Wireman / Plumbing from a recognized Institute. At least 02 years of experience in electrical installation, wiring, and plumbing work. | 02 Years experience in electrical installation & maintenance of appliances |
| Lab Attendant | 10th Class pass with a certificate/diploma in Laboratory Technique OR 12th Class with Science stream from a recognized Board / University | - |
| Mess Helper | Matriculation pass (Class X passed from a recognized board) 10 years experience of working in Government residential organization/schools. Passing of Skill Test prescribed by NVS | - |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (RO Cadre) | Class X from a recognized board | - |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Posts | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer, Audit Assistant, Computer Operator, Catering Assistant, Lab Attendant & Multi Tasking Staff | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stenographer, Junior Secretariat Assistant (HQ/RO Cadre), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JNV Cadre), Electrician cum Plumber & Mess Helper | Computer Based Test Skill/Trade Test |
| Junior Engineer | Computer Based Test Interview |
📊 Exam Information 8
| Data Interpretation & Analysis | Reasoning | English Language | General/Economy/ Banking Awareness | Computer Aptitude |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabular Graph | Verbal Reasoning | Reading Comprehension | Financial Awareness | Internet |
| Line Graph | Syllogism | Grammar | Current Affairs | Memory |
| Pie Chart | Circular Seating Arrangement | Vocabulary | General Knowledge | Keyboard Shortcuts |
| Bar Graph | Linear Seating Arrangement | Verbal Ability | Static Awareness | Computer Abbreviation |
| Radar Graph Caselet | Double Lineup | Word Association | Banking and Financial Awareness | Microsoft Office |
| Missing Case DI | Scheduling | Sentence Improvement | - | Computer Hardware |
| Let it Case DI | Input Output | Para Jumbles | - | Computer Software |
| Data Sufficiency | Blood Relations | Cloze Test | - | Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies |
| Probability | Directions and Distances | Error Spotting | - | Networking |
| Permutation and Combination | Ordering and Ranking | Fill in the blanks | - | Number System |
| - | Data Sufficiency | - | - | Operating System |
| - | Coding and Decoding | - | - | Basic of Logic Gates |
| - | Code Inequalities | - | - | - |
| - | Course of Action | - | - | - |
| - | Critical Reasoning | - | - | - |
| - | Analytical and Decision Making | - | - | - |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | 2.5 hours |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| Language Test (General English & General Hindi) | 30 | 30 | |
| Basic knowledge of computer operation, General Awareness and current affairs, POCSO Act, RTI Act 2005, Legal Aptitude, Service Rules, and Establishment Rules | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 130 | 130 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | 2.5 hours |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| Language Test (General English & General Hindi) | 20 | 20 | |
| Basic knowledge of Computer Operation, General Awareness & current affairs | 20 | 20 | |
| Subject Knowledge (Accountancy, Annual Accounts, Taxation, Budgeting, Auditing & Financial Management, GeM | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 130 | 130 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 | 2 hours |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Subject Knowledge including CVC guidelines on tendering GFR | 60 | 60 | |
| Language Test (General English & General Hindi) | 10 | 10 | |
| Basic knowledge of computers | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language Test (General English & General Hindi) | 40 | 40 | 2 hours |
| General Awareness & current affairs | 30 | 30 | |
| Basic knowledge of Computer Operation | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | 2.5 hours |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | |
| Language Test (General English & General Hindi) | 30 | 30 | |
| Knowledge of Computer Operation and MS Office | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 130 | 130 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 15 | 15 | 2.5 hours |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| Language Competency Test | 20 | 20 | |
| Knowledge of Computer operation | 10 | 10 | |
| Domain/Profession Knowledge | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental & Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | 2.5 hours |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | |
| General Awareness &Current Affairs | 30 | 30 | |
| Language Competency Test | 30 | 30 | |
| Basic Knowledge of Computer Operation | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 130 | 130 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 15 | 15 | 2.5 hours |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| Language Competency Test | 30 | 30 | |
| Subject-specific knowledge | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 15 | 15 | 2.5 hours |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| Language Competency Test | 20 | 20 | |
| Subject-specific knowledge | 70 | 70 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language Test (General English & General Hindi) | 40 | 40 | 2 hours |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | |
| Basic Knowledge of Computer Operation | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Event
- Date
- Exam Date
- 08th March to 13th March 2022
- Interview Date
- To be Announced
- Last Date to Apply
- 10th February 2022
- Final Merit list Date
- To be announced
- Application Start Date
- 12th January 2022
- Admit Card Release Date
- 25th February 2022
📊 NVS Recruitment 2022 Salary
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer ASO | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) in the Pay Matrix |
| Audit Assistant | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) in the Pay Matrix |
| Junior Translation Officer | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) in the Pay Matrix |
| Junior Engineer Civil | Level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300) in the Pay Matrix |
| Stenographer | Level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) in the Pay Matrix |
| Computer Operator | Level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) in the Pay Matrix |
| Catering Assistant | Level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) in the Pay Matrix. |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant HQRS / RO | Level-2 (Rs. 19900-63200) in the Pay Matrix |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant JNV Cadre | Level-2 (Rs. 19900-63200) in the Pay Matrix |
| Electrician Cum Plumber | Level-2 (Rs. 19900-63200) in the Pay Matrix |
| Lab Attendant | Level-1 (Rs. 18000-56900) in the Pay Matrix |
| Mess Helper | Level-1 (Rs. 18000-56900) in the Pay Matrix |
| Multi Tasking Staff MTS | Level-1 (Rs. 18000-56900) in the Pay Matrix |
📊 Recommended Books & Authors
| Best Book For NVS Group C Exam Preparation | Author/Publication |
|---|---|
| Comprehensive Guide to SBI Bank PO Preliminary & Mains Exam (8th Edition) | Disha Experts |
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | R.S. Aggarwal |
| A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Objective Question Bank of Computer Awareness for General Competitions | Arihant |
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
| Banking Awareness | RPH Editorial Board |
| Analytical Reasoning | MK Pandey |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.How many vacancies have been released for the NVS Group C recruitment process?
A total of 1832 vacancies has been released for the NVS Group C posts.
Q2.How can I apply for the NVS Group C Exam?
The Candidates need to apply online from the official website of NVS.
Q3.What is the exam date of non-teaching posts for NVS recruitment 2022?
The exam date of non-teaching posts for NVS recruitment 2022 is 9 March 2022 to 11 March 2022
Q4.What is the last date to apply for NVS Recruitment 2022?
The last date to apply for NVS Recruitment 2022 is 10th February 2022
Q5.Will there be a Written Test in NVS Group C Recruitment?
As of now, the selection process hasn’t yet been decided by the NVS. As soon as the selection process is notified by the NVS, we will inform you.
Q6.Is there an application fee to be paid for MTS Post?
Yes. there is an application fee of INR 750 for all the candidates who desire to apply for the NVS Group C MTS Post.
Q7.What is the qualification for NVS MTS Posts?
The qualification for NVS MTS Posts is 10th pass
Q8.What is the age - limit for the post of Assistant Section Officer?
The age-limit for the Assistant Section Officer ASO is 18-30 years
Q9.What is the last date to apply for the NVS Group C Exam 2022?
The Last date to apply online is 10th February 2022.
Q10.What are the conditions of the typing test for stenographer post?
Shorthand speed of 80 words per minute and Typing Speed of 40 words per minute in English corresponding to 12000 KDPH. OR Shorthand speed of 60 words per minute and Typing Speed of 30 words per minute in Hindi corresponding to 9000 KDPH.
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