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Exams » CBSE (VI - XII) » KVPY 2020 Application Till 30th Oct: KVPY Exam Date (Released), Eligibility, Exam Pattern

Written byZeshan Naz | 22-10-2020 | 1 Comment

KVPY 2020 Application Till 30th Oct: KVPY Exam Date (Released), Eligibility, Exam Pattern

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KVPY 2020-21: Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana is a prestigious and national level scholarship program which is run by the Indian Institute of Science. Aspirants who qualify KVPY will receive a monthly scholarship up to pre Ph. D. level. KVPY Registration 2020 began on 6th September 2020. 

KVPY 2020 Examination will be conducted on 31st January 2021. Students who will clear KVPY exam will be eligible for direct admission in top institutes like IISc and the various IISERs. In this article we have provided information regarding KVPY 2020 Eligibility, Application Form & Fee, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Off and more.

Apply Here for KVPY 2020-21.

Latest update on KVPY 2020-21 examination: KVPY 2020 Application Form Last date has been extended till 30th October 2020.

Practice Free KVPY SA Mock Tests On Embibe

KVPY 2020 Highlights

Before you apply for the KVPY Fellowship 2020, let’s have an overview of the KVPY exam:

Exam NameKVPY (Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana)
Conducting AuthorityIndian Institute of Science
StreamsSA, SB, and SX
Exam Centres54 Centres Pan India
KVPY Aptitude Test31st January 2021
NationalityCitizen of India
Official Websitewww.kvpy.iisc.ernet.in
Practice KVPY Free SB/SX Mock Tests Here

KVPY 2020 Application: Important Dates

IISC has released all the important dates for KVPY 2020 Examination. Let’s have a look at the dates:

EventExpected Dates
Online Application Starts6th September 2020
Last Date  to Apply30th October 2020
Release of KVPY Admit CardNovember 2020
KVPY 2020 Exam31st January 2021
Release of KVPY Answer KeyFebruary 2021
Interview RoundNo Interview for 2020-21
Declaration of Final KVPY ResultTo be announced

KVPY 2020 Eligibility Criteria

Due to the ongoing coronavirus situation, there are some changes in the eligibility criteria for KVPY 2020-21. Read the new KVPY Eligibility Criteria and see if you are eligible to apply.

StreamEligibility
SAFor KVPY 2020, all those students who have passed X Standard Board Examination are eligible to appear for the aptitude test. The student should produce a study certificate of XI class once they are selected as a provisional KVPY fellow.
SXCandidates have to clear their 10th class with at least 75% marks and for SC/PWD/ST 65% in aggregate in Mathematics & Science subjects. Applicants also have to succeed 10+2 examination with the subject Science & should obtain a minimum of 60% marks and for SC/PWD/ST 50%  in aggregate.
SBFor KVPY 2020, all those students who have passed XII Board Examination are eligible to appear for the aptitude test. The student should produce a study certificate of 1st year B. Sc./B.S./B. Stat./B. Math./ Int. M.Sc./ Int. M.S. once they are selected as a provisional KVPY fellow.

How To Fill KVPY 2020-21 Application Form?

The KVPY Application form is now available on the official website of KVPY. You can also click on the application link given in this article to apply for the exam. In order to apply for KVPY 2020-21, it is essential for you to know the steps to fill the application form. We get you the steps to abide by while filling KVPY application form:

  • – 1st Step: Visit the official website of KVPY- kvpy.iisc.ernet.in
  • – 2nd Step: Click on the link given for KVPY Registration.
  • – 3rd Step: Fill in your Personal details, Mobile Number, Email Id, Date of Birth and Enter the Captcha.
  • – 4th Step: Now, log in to fill the application form using the User Id and Password you received on your mail or mobile number.
  • – 5th Step: Enter your “Personal”, “Educational”, and “Residential” details.
  • – 6th Step: Upload your scanned “Photograph” and “Signature.”
  • – 7th Step: Now, proceed to pay the application fee.
  • – 8th Step: Submit the KVPY application form by clicking on the “Submit” button.
  • – 9th Step: Download the application form and take its print out for future reference.

KVPY 2020 Application Fee

The application fee for KVPY 2020 is tabulated below:

CategoryFee
General Category/OBC₹ 1,250/- (Rupees one thousand two hundred and fifty only)
SC/ST/PWD₹ 625/- (Rupees six hundred twenty five only)

Note: The fee can be paid through Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking or Challan.

KVPY 2020 Exam Pattern

KVPY exam pattern for stream SA, SB, and SX is more or less the same. The paper consists of 2 parts- Part I and Part II. Both the parts comprise 4 sections- Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. In Part I of all the stream, 1 mark will be awarded for correct answer and 0.25 marks will be deducted for incorrect response. In Part II of all the streams, for each correct answer, 2 marks will be given to the candidates and 0.5 marks will be deducted for wrong answers.

Stream SA

Subjects No of Questions Total Marks
Part -I Part-II
Mathematics 15 5 25
Physics 15 5 25
Chemistry 15 5 25
Biology 15 5 25
Total 60 20 100

Stream SB/SX

Subjects No of Questions Total Marks
Part -I Part-II
Mathematics 20 10 40
Physics 20 10 40
Chemistry 20 10 40
Biology 20 10 40

KVPY 2020 Syllabus

KVPY Syllabus is important for all students who are preparing for KVPY Exam 2020-21. It gives an idea of questions that are asked in the exam and also the important topics for the exam. Let’s see the syllabus for KVPY examination.

Stream Syllabus
SA Analytical Skills, Syllabus of class 11th subjects (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology)
SB Analytical Skills, Syllabus of class 12th (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology).
SX Analytical Skills, Syllabus of their respective class. Syllabus of class 12th(Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics). 1st year of B.Sc. / B.S. / B.Stat. / B.Math. / Int. M.Sc. / M.S. syllabus is also applicable.

KVPY 2020 Cut Off

We will give the KVPY 2020 cut off once aptitude test is over. For now, we present you the previous year’s cut off for 2019. Let’s see the KVPY cut off 2019 in the table below:

Streams Previous Years Cut off Score 2019
General SC/ST PWD
SA 50/100 40/100 40/100
SB 48/100 34/100 34/100
SX 57/100 40100 40/100

KVPY 2020 Preparation: Practice Papers And Mock Tests For KVPY

When you prepare for KVPY 2020 Exam, care should be taken that you are moving in the right direction. The more you practice, the fewer errors you make. Attempting the KVPY Practice Test Series, based on the pattern of the KVPY Exam should form an integral part of your preparation because it tells you about your level of KVPY exam preparation. Most importantly, it also tells you the areas which need your attention. Revision is the key to remember all that you have studied. KVPY study materials and practice links are given below.

SubjectsLinks
BiologyClick Here
ChemistryClick Here
MathematicsClick Here

All the students are advised to solve KVPY Previous Year’s Papers to clear the cut off.

KVPY 2020 Admit Card

The KVPY 2020 Admit Card will be issued by the exam conducting authority through online mode. Aspirants can tentatively download the admit card in November/December 2020. Aspirants will get their KVPY Hall Ticket by entering their login credentials.  The admit card contains the name of the candidate, roll number, exam center venue, exam date & time, category, etc. The exam will be conducted across 54 exam centers pan-India.

KVPY 2020 Interview

No interview will be conducted for KVPY 2020-21 as per the directive of IISC.

Due to the recent coronavirus outbreak, KVPY exams are already late. To ensure that the exams are finished on time, IISC has decided not to conduct interviews this year. As one-time measure, KVPY Fellowship 2020 will be awarded solely based on aptitude test without interviews. The KVPY Aptitude Test planned to be conducted on 31st January 2020 will be the final selection process.

KVPY 2020 Result

KVPY result for 2020-21 will be declared for only 1 stage – Aptitude Test. Fellowship will be awarded to candidates based on their performance in the KVPY aptitude test. The result of this test will be considered final and no interviews will be conducted. The aptitude test result date is yet to be announced. Keep visiting this page to get the latest updates on KVPY results 2020.

Note: KVPY results will be declared online on the official website of KVPY. There will be no offline copies of the same.

KVPY 2020 Scholarship

Basic Science Monthly Fellowship Annual Contingency Grant
SA/SX/SB  – during 1st to 3rd years of – B.Sc./B.S./B.Stat./B.Math. / Integrated M.Sc. /M.S. Rs. 5000 Rs. 20000
SA/SX/SB  – during  M. Sc. / 4th to 5th  years of Integrated M.Sc. /M.S./M.Math./M.Stat. Rs.7000 Rs. 28000
The Fellow continues to study Basic Science courses in school/junior college/university, and maintains a minimum level of academic performance of first class or 60% (50% for SC/ST/PWD) marks in aggregate or equivalent grade points and the students have to necessarily pass all the subjects prescribed for that particular academic year (two semesters in case of semester system) and should have obtained the above-specified percentage of marks.

FAQs Related To KVPY Exam 2020-21

Q: When can I apply for KVPY 2020?

A: You can apply for KVPY 2020-21 exam on the official website of KVPY. Check all the details about KVPY registration process on Embibe.

Q: Will KVPY 2020 be postponed?

A: Due to the coronavirus situation, KVPY 2020 was postponed. Now, IISC has released the new dates for KVPY Fellowship exam. Check all the details here on Embibe along with practice materials.

Q: Who are eligible for KVPY?

A: For KVPY 2020-21, there are some changes in the eligibility criteria. Before you apply for the exam, you must check if you are eligible for KVPY aptitude test or not. You can check all the details about KVPY exam including eligibility criteria, cut off marks, exam pattern, and admit card here on Embibe.

Q: Can Class 11 students give KVPY?

A: Yes, students from Class 11 are eligible for KVPY exam.

Q: What happens if we qualify and clear KVPY?

A: The students who qualify in the KVPY Exam are eligible for a fellowship as well as admissions into institutes like the IISc and the IISER based on additional criteria. This exam has 3 Streams: SA (Class 11), SX (Class 12), and SB (First year BSc).

Q: Is KVPY hard?

A: Most of the students consider KVPY aptitude test tougher than other exams. It depends on your preparation level and your knowledge of the subject.

Q: What is syllabus of KVPY?

A: KVPY syllabus is similar to that of the syllabus from class X/XII/1st year of B.S./ B.Sc./B. Math./B. Stat./M.S./Int. You can check the detailed KVPY syllabus and practice questions on Embibe for free.

Since the KVPY syllabus is similar to that of JEE, you can practice JEE Main questions to ace in the KVPY aptitude test:

Practice Important JEE Main Questions Here

Candidates must follow the KVPY 2020 Exam Pattern & Syllabus and plan their KVPY study plan accordingly. It will also be beneficial if they practice and take tests online as the KVPY 2020 is conducted only in the online mode. For any information regarding KVPY 2020 or exams in general, feel free to post your comments in the section below.

Watch out for the latest KVPY 2020 updates that we share regularly on Embibe.

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