PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) Course Details
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Post Graduate Teacher |
| Course Type | Professional / Teacher Eligibility Course |
| Purpose | To prepare candidates for teaching classes 11 & 12 in schools (Senior Secondary Level) |
| Eligibility Criteria | – Master’s Degree in the relevant subject (M.A/M.Sc/M.Com etc.) – B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education) from a recognized university – Minimum 50–55% marks in post-graduation (varies by board/state) |
| Exam Conducting Bodies | – KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan) – NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti) – DSSSB – State PSCs (like BPSC, UPPSC, RPSC) – PGT recruitment boards |
| Subjects Available | English, Hindi, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Commerce, Computer Science, etc. |
| Course Duration | 1–2 Years (for B.Ed / Training Programs) |
| Course Mode | Offline / Online / Distance Learning |
| Selection Process | Written Examination → Interview → Document Verification |
| Average Salary (Govt. Sector) | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 per month (as per 7th Pay Commission, Level 8) |
| Private School Salary Range | ₹25,000 – ₹70,000 per month (depending on school & experience) |
| Age Limit | 21 – 30 years (varies by category & recruitment board) |
| Career Opportunities | PGT Teacher → Head of Department → Vice Principal → Principal → Education Officer |
| Higher Studies Options | M.Ed, Ph.D. (Education), Educational Administration Courses |
| Popular Recruitment Exams | KVS PGT, NVS PGT, DSSSB PGT, UP PGT, BPSC PGT, RPSC PGT, HP PGT |
| Skills Required | Subject expertise, Communication Skills, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Student Mentoring |
| Best For | Aspirants aiming to become senior secondary teachers in government or reputed private schools |