EVERY INFORMATION ABOUT KVPY , SYLLABUS OF KVPY, ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA, EXAM PATTERN , SELECTION PROCESS FOR KVPY, INTERVIEW PROCESS OF KVPY, CUT OFF OF KVPY, IMPORTANT DATES, PREPRATION TIPS,SCHOLARSHIP AWARD AND FAQ,S

 

What is KVPY?

The Indian Institute of Science administers KVPY to offer scholarship and contingency grants up to Pre Ph.D. for select students.

This programme aims to achieve the following:

• Discover students with flair and propensity for research
• Help students comprehend their perspective in their studies
• Support their research endeavours in basic sciences
• Guarantee augmentation of the best scientific minds for research and progress in the country

KVPY has the following streams:

• SA: Students in Class 11 can appear in this stream
• SX: Students in Class 12 can appear in this stream
• SB: Students studying Science in the first year of graduation can appear for this stream

If students clear the written exam and interview, they are then eligible for admissions to institutes like IISc or IISER

  

Syllabus for KVPY

For the SA stream:

Physics

1. Applications in Daily Life
2. Kinematics
3. Laws of Motion
4. Work, Energy and Power
5. Physical World and Measurement
6. Gravitation
7. Thermodynamics
8. Magnetic Effects of Current
9. Sources of Energy
10. Reflection
11. Refraction
12. Electromagnetic Induction

Chemistry

1. Thermodynamics
2. States of Matter: Gases and Liquids
3. Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
4. Environmental Chemistry
5. Chemical Reactions
6. Metals and Nonmetals
7. Periodic Classification of Elements
8. Carbon Compounds
9. Acids
10. Bases and Salts
11. Basic Concepts of Chemistry

Maths

1. Coordinate Geometry
2. Mathematical Reasoning
3. Statistics and Probability
4. Trigonometric Functions
5. Real Numbers
6. Polynomials
7. Geometry
8. Introduction to Trigonometry
9. Statistics
10. Quadratic Equations
11. Probability
12. Surface Areas and Volumes

Biology

1. Plant Physiology
2. Diversity of Living Organisms
3. Cell: Structure and Function
4. Human Physiology
5. Control and Coordination in Animals and Plants
6. Heredity and Evolution
7. Reproduction
8. Life Processes
9. Our Environment

For the SX stream:

Physics

1. Thermodynamics
2. Electrostatics
3. Refraction
4. Current Electricity
5. Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current
6. Magnetic Effects of Current
7. Reflection of Light
8. Electromagnetic Induction
9. Kinematics
10. Work, Energy and Power
11. Sources of Energy
12. Physical World and Measurement
13. Gravitation
14. Laws of Motion

Chemistry

1. Chemical Reactions
2. Environmental Chemistry
3. Solid State
4. Electrochemistry
5. Chemical Kinetics
6. Isolation of Elements
7. Periodic Classification of Elements
8. Surface Chemistry
9. States of Matter: Gases and Liquids
10. Metals and Nonmetals
11. Carbon Compounds
12. Basic Concepts of Chemistry
13. Thermodynamics
14. Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

Maths

1. Trigonometric Functions
2. Geometry
3. Linear Programming
4. Vectors and 3D Geometry
5. Calculus
6. Relations and Functions
7. Coordinate Geometry
8. Mathematical Reasoning
9. Real Number
10. Polynomials
11. Introduction to Trigonometry
12. Surface Areas and Volumes
13. Statistics and Quadratic Equations
14. Probability
15. Statistics and Probability

strong>Biology

1. Human Physiology
2. Biology and Human Welfare
3. Control and Coordination in Animals and Plants
4. Ecology and Environment
5. Cell: Structure and Function
6. Genetics and Evolution
7. Life Processes
8. Plant Physiology
9. Diversity of Living Organisms
10. Reproduction

For the SB stream:

Physics

1. Thermodynamics
2. Reflection
3. Electrostatics
4. Current Electricity
5. Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current
6. Waves and Optics
7. Electricity and Magnetism
8. Electrostatics and Thermal Physics
9. Electromagnetic Induction
10. Physical World and Measurement
11. Sources of Energy
12. Refraction and its Applications in Daily Life
13. Kinematics
14. Laws of Motion
15. Magnetic Effects of Current
16. Work, Energy and Power
17. Gravitation

Chemistry

1. Metals and Nonmetals
2. Environmental Chemistry
3. Solid State
4. Electrochemistry
5. Chemical Kinetics
6. Isolation of Elements
7. Surface Chemistry
8. Chemical Bonding
9. Chemistry of Noble Gases
10. Structure and Bonding
11. Alkenes
12. Cycloalkenes, Dienes and Alkynes
13. Thermodynamics
14. Chemical Reactions
15. Basic Concepts of Chemistry
16. Periodic Classification of Elements
17. Carbon Compounds
18. Acids, Bases and Salts
19. States of Matter: Gases and Liquids
20. Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

Maths

1. Coordinate Geometry
2. Mathematical Reasoning
3. Statistics and Probability
4. Trigonometric Functions
5. Linear Programming
6. Relations and Functions
7. Analytical Geometry in Two Dimensions
8. Vector Algebra
9. Evaluation of Integrals
10. Statistics
11. Surface Areas and Volumes
12. Vectors and 3D Geometry
13. Calculus
14. Real Number
15. Polynomials
16. Geometry
17. Introduction to Trigonometry
18. Quadratic Equations
19. Probability

Biology

1. Plant Physiology
2. Reproduction
3. Diversity of Living Organisms
4. Cell: Structure and Function
5. Biology and Human Welfare
6. Biotechnology
7. Genetics
8. Life Processes
9. Human Physiology
10. Control and Coordination in Animals and Plants
11. Genetics and Evolution
12. Our Environment
13. Ecology and Environment

 

Exam Pattern for KVPY

Particulars	Details
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Biology
Type of Questions	Objective (MCQs)
Mode of Examination	Computer-based test
Exam Duration	3 hours
Number of Questions	80 questions (SA stream) and 120 questions (SB and SX stream)
Marks	100 (SA stream) and 120 (SB and SX stream)
Languages	English and Hindi
Marking Scheme	1 mark awarded for each correct answer (Part 1) 2 marks awarded for each correct answer (Part 2)
Negative Marking	¼ mark deducted for each incorrect answer (Part 1) ½ mark deducted for each incorrect answer (Part 2)

Here is the distribution of marks for the exam:

For Stream SA

Subjects	Questions		Total Marks
	Part 1	Part 2
Physics	15	5	25
Chemistry	15	5	25
Mathematics	15	5	25
Biology	15	5	25
Total	60	20	100

For Stream SB and SX

Subjects	Questions		Total Marks
	Part 1	Part 2
Physics	20	10	40
Chemistry	20	10	40
Mathematics	20	10	40
Biology	20	10	40
Total	80	40	160

 

Eligibility Criteria for KVPY

• Class:

  You must be a student in classes 11 to the first year of any undergraduate programme in Basic Sciences.

• Boards:

  You must be a student of SSC, ICSE or CBSE boards.

• Nationality:

  You must be an Indian national to give this exam.

• Subjects:

  Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Biology (for all streams).

• Scores in Class 10:

  As a general category student, you need a minimum aggregate of 75% in your Class 10 exam.

  As an SC, ST or PwD category student, you need a minimum aggregate of 65%

• Scores in Class 12:
  As a general category student, you need a minimum aggregate of 60% in your Class 12 exam./div>

  As an SC, ST or PwD category student, you need a minimum aggregate of 50%
• Scores in 1st year of an undergraduate course:

  As a general category student, you need a minimum aggregate of 60% in your Class 12 exam.

  As an SC, ST or PwD category student, you need a minimum aggregate of 50%.

• Number of attempts:

  Since KVPY has different exams for different streams, you can only give the exam once for each stream.

 

Registration for KVPY

To register for KVPY, you need to:

1. Register a new account at the official website.
2. Fill in your details and choose your examination centre.
3. Upload your photo, signature and other documents.
4. Pay the application fees through either Credit or Debit Card, Netbanking or E-Challan.
5. Download the admit card from the website.

Application Fees for KVPY

Here are the application fees for the KVPY exam:

Category	Application Fees
General and OBC	Rs. 1000/-
SC, ST and PwD	Rs. 500/-

 

Selection Procedure for KVPY

To get shortlisted for the KVPY scholarship, you need to clear the aptitude test and the interview.

Aptitude Test

• The application forms are first scrutinized to make sure you meet the eligibility criteria
• Once you’re eligible, you are called for the aptitude test
• This test is conducted in English and Hindi at different centres across the country
• The details of the venue and seat number will be published on the official website in the second week of October 2018

Personal Interview

• Based on your performance in the aptitude test, you are then called for an interview
• This interview tests your knowledge in science and research
• After the interview, the final list of qualifying candidates is released
• The scholarship is awarded on your performance in both stages of the exam

 

Admit Card for KVPY

The KVPY Admit Card contains your name, roll number, exam centre, date, timing and other exam-related information.

To download your admit card:

1. Visit the official website.
2. Go through the ‘Useful Links’ section.
3. Click the ‘KVPY 2018 Admit Card Download’ tab.
4. Enter your ‘Application Number’, ‘Date of Birth’ and ‘Submit’.
5. Click the ‘Generate Admit Card’ tab.
6. Download your admit card and take printouts for future purposes.

Do note that you won’t be allowed to give the exam without your admit card.

 

 

KVPY Important Dates 2020

Dates are tentative

Release of the application form	3rd week of July 2020
Application form will be closed on	4th week of August 2020
Admit card will be available from	3rd week of October 2020
Examination date	1st week of November 2020
Answer key will be released on	4th week of November 2020
Declaration of Result	3rd week of December 2020
Interview Date	3rd week of January 2020

 

 

Cut-off for KVPY

The KVPY cut-offs are determined on the basis of the minimum qualifying marks and scores obtained in the aptitude test and interview

Here are the cut-offs for KVPY 2017:

Stream	General Cut-off	SC, ST and PwD Cut-off
SA	50	40
SX	57	40
SB	48	34

Here are the cut-offs percentage for KVPY 2017:

Stream	General Cut-off	SC, ST and PwD Cut-off
SA	55% and above	45% and above
SX	55% and above	43% and above
SB	50% and above	34% and above

 

Interviews for KVPY

Here are the documents you need to carry at the time of the interview:

• Application form
• Interview call letter
• Admit card for the aptitude test
• Original mark sheets
• Caste certificate (for SC and ST candidates)
• Medical certificate (for physically and visually impaired candidates)
• Self-appraisal form
• Study certificate form (to be obtained from the Principal or head of your current academic institution)
• Teacher’s recommendation form

 

Scholarships and Awards through KVPY

KVPY offers two fellowship grants in basic sciences for students enrolled in different courses (and years)./p>

Basic Sciences (SA, SX and SB)	Monthly Fellowship	Annual Contingency Grant
During the first to third years of B.Sc., B.S., B.Stat., B.Math., Integrated M.Sc. or M.S.	Rs. 5000	Rs. 20,000
During M.Sc., fourth or fifth years of Integrated M.Sc., M.S., M.Math. or M.Stat.	Rs. 7000	Rs. 28,000

Renewal or continuation of the fellowship:

• The annual renewal of the fellowship depends on your overall performance
• This consists of first class marks (60%) or an equivalent grade point average (50% for SC, ST and PwD candidates)
• If you fail to secure the stipulated marks, you will forfeit the fellowship
• In the subsequent year, you can renew the subscription by securing the minimum marks - which are an aggregate calculated over all the previous years
• If you opt out of your basic science stream at any point, you will forfeit the scholarship and contingency grant

 

 

Preparation Tips for KVPY

1. Strengthen Your Fundamentals: Focus on the core concepts of subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology) rather than mugging them up. Once your basic concepts are strong, any problem can be solved by applying the principles.

2. Solve Previous Year’s Papers: Try to attempt as many previous years’ papers for KVPY as you can. Solving them in an exam-like environment will make you evaluate your level of preparedness and also help you discover your strengths and weaknesses.

3. Practice Diligently: Apart from the syllabus, go through numerical and multiple choice questions given at the back of almost all reference books for Classes 11 and 12.

4. Study from the Right Books: Only study from books and study material of repute. Don’t waste your time and energy in going through irrelevant study material, as this will leave you confused, and might also deplete your confidence.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Are KVPY SX and SB question papers the same?

Ans: Yes, they are same.

Q2. Will there be more than one correct type of question in KVPY?

Ans: No, there are no such types of questions in KVPY SA, SX or SB.

Q3. Can I use a calculator in KVPY online examination?

Ans: You don’t need to bring a physical calculator, there will be a calculator option on your screen which you can use when needed. It will be a non-programmable one (can calculate square roots, cube roots, logarithms, trigonometric functions, etc).

Q4. Will the rough sheets be provided in the KVPY online test?

Ans: Yes, you will be provided rough sheets and in case you need extra, you can ask the invigilator for more.

Q5. Can I take a computer-based test in Hindi?

Ans: Yes.

Q6. What colleges can I get into through KVPY?

Ans: Colleges like IISC and IISER consider your KVPY scores during their individual admission processes.

Sr. No.	Colleges
1	Indian Institute of Science
2	Indian Institute of Science Education and Research