KVS–NVS Tier‑1 Masterplan
100 Questions • 300 Marks • 2 Hours • OMR Objective Mode
General Reasoning • Maths • Computer • GK • English • HindiPart‑I: General Reasoning
20 Questions · 60 Marks
Focus: verbal + non‑verbal logic, puzzles, series, direction, coding.
Part‑II: Numerical Ability
20 Questions · 60 Marks
Focus: arithmetic, percentages, ratio, DI, simplification.
Part‑III: Basic Computer Literacy
20 Questions · 60 Marks
Focus: fundamentals, MS‑Office, internet, hardware & shortcuts.
Part‑IV: General Knowledge
20 Questions · 60 Marks
Focus: static GK + current affairs, education & schemes.
Part‑V: English Language
10 Questions · 30 Marks
Focus: grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, error spotting.
Part‑VI: Hindi / Other Language
10 Questions · 30 Marks
Focus: व्याकरण, शब्द भंडार, अपठित गद्यांश, मुहावरे.
Preparation Strategy – General Reasoning (20Q · 60M)
How to prepare
- Start with classification, analogy, series, coding‑decoding, direction, blood relations and syllogism; these chapters dominate most government exams. [web:270][web:279]
- Practise 30–40 questions daily in mixed sets; track accuracy first, then speed.
- Maintain a notebook of common patterns and “shortcut visuals” (family trees, direction diagrams, Venn diagrams).
Recommended books
- A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non‑Verbal Reasoning – R.S. Aggarwal (standard for almost all govt exams). [web:273][web:286]
- Analytical Reasoning – M.K. Pandey (strong for puzzles & high‑level reasoning). [web:273][web:286]
- Test of Reasoning & Numerical Ability – Sahitya Bhawan (combined practice sets tuned to govt pattern). [web:279]
Preparation Strategy – Numerical Ability (20Q · 60M)
How to prepare
- Revise basic arithmetic: number system, percentages, profit‑loss, simple & compound interest, ratio‑proportion, averages, time & work, time‑distance, mensuration, data interpretation. [web:270][web:279]
- Focus on conceptual clarity + standard formulas; then move to timed section‑wise tests (20‑question sets).
- Keep a formula sheet and revise it daily; practise DI from tables and bar graphs as they fetch easy marks.
Recommended books
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations – R.S. Aggarwal (full syllabus coverage). [web:274]
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic – Rajesh Verma (Arihant) (shortcut methods, lots of MCQs). [web:274]
- Test of Reasoning & Numerical Ability – Sahitya Bhawan for topic‑wise practice sets. [web:279]
Preparation Strategy – Basic Computer Literacy (20Q · 60M)
How to prepare
- Cover basics: types of computers, hardware, software, OS, memory, input–output devices, networking, internet, email, cyber security. [web:272][web:277]
- Give extra time to MS‑Word, Excel, PowerPoint shortcuts and file handling; questions often come directly from menus and shortcut keys.
- After theory, solve chapter‑wise MCQs and at least 3–4 full computer‑awareness mocks.
Recommended books
- Computer Awareness (Theory + 2000+ MCQs) – various exams (PW/other publishers; good one‑stop resource). [web:277]
- Computer General Knowledge – Arihant / similar (covers fundamentals + question bank). [web:283][web:285]
- Examcart Computer Jagrukta (Computer Awareness) MCQ Book for Hindi‑friendly practice. [web:280]
Preparation Strategy – General Knowledge (20Q · 60M)
How to prepare
- Divide GK into: static (history, polity, geography, economy, science, art‑culture) and current affairs (last 6–8 months). [web:272][web:274]
- Read a monthly current‑affairs magazine + one newspaper or news app summary daily, focusing on education, schemes, national & international events.
- Revise through one‑liners and previous‑year questions; give weekly GK mock tests.
Recommended books
- Lucent’s General Knowledge (static GK capsule widely used for all competitive exams). [web:273][web:274]
- The Mega Yearbook / Disha General Studies for updated facts and exam‑style coverage. [web:273][web:274]
- Monthly GK magazines – Pratiyogita Darpan / similar for current affairs revision. [web:274]
Preparation Strategy – English Language (10Q · 30M)
How to prepare
- Focus on error detection, fill‑in‑the‑blanks, basic grammar (tenses, articles, prepositions, subject‑verb agreement, voice, narration) and short RC passages. [web:272][web:273]
- Build vocabulary through daily word lists, synonyms–antonyms, phrasal verbs and commonly confused words.
- Practise 10–15 mixed English questions every day; revise mistakes in a notebook.
Recommended books
- Objective General English – S.P. Bakshi (Arihant) – grammar + practice sets. [web:273]
- Perfect Competitive English – V.K. Sinha – strong for rules & practice. [web:273]
- General English for All Competitive Exams – S.C. Gupta / Arihant for extra MCQs. [web:273]
Preparation Strategy – Hindi / Other Language (10Q · 30M)
How to prepare
- Revise व्याकरण: संधि, समास, वचन, लिंग, काल, वाक्य सुधार, वर्तनी, मुहावरे, लोकोक्तियाँ, पर्यायवाची–विलोम, वाक्य परिवर्तन. [web:272]
- Practise अपठित गद्यांश, त्रुटि‑शोधन और रिक्त स्थान पूर्ति वाले प्रश्न प्रतिदिन 10–15।
- Use bilingual notes so that grammar concepts are crystal‑clear and easy to recall in exam pressure.
Recommended books
- KVS/NVS Tier‑1 Guide (Hindi + English + Reasoning + Maths + Computer) – Kiran/Examcart for bilingual language sections. [web:268][web:271][web:278][web:282]
- Objective General Hindi – Arihant (covers full Hindi grammar & MCQs, useful for all exams). [web:272][web:286]
- Previous‑Year KVS/NVS Language Papers / Practice Sets from any reputed publisher to understand real exam style. [web:268][web:269][web:282]
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