KVPY — Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana

Fellowship exam for Classes 11–12 and 1st-year college students. Practise Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology for Stream SA and SX/SB.

Physics

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Physics — Stream SA

Mechanics, optics, heat, and basic electricity for Class 11 (Stream SA)

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Physics — Stream SX/SB

Electrodynamics, modern physics, waves, and thermodynamics for Class 12 / 1st-year college

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Chemistry

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Chemistry — Stream SA

Atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding, and basic reactions for Class 11

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Chemistry — Stream SX/SB

Organic mechanisms, electrochemistry, and advanced physical chemistry for Class 12 / college

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Mathematics

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Mathematics — Stream SA

Algebra, trigonometry, co-ordinate geometry, and introductory calculus for Class 11

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Mathematics — Stream SX/SB

Calculus, probability, vectors, matrices, and combinatorics for Class 12 / college

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Biology

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Biology — Stream SA

Cell biology, genetics basics, human physiology, and ecology for Class 11

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Biology — Stream SX/SB

Molecular biology, evolution, biotechnology, and advanced ecology for Class 12 / college

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About this exam

Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) is a science aptitude examination designed to encourage students towards research careers in the basic sciences. It assesses scientific aptitude and analytical thinking across Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology rather than rote knowledge.

The exam is organised by streams — SA for Class 11 students and SX/SB for Class 12 and first-year undergraduate students. Practising aptitude-style questions across all four subjects is the best preparation.

Exam Pattern
Streams SA (Class 11), SX (Class 12), SB (1st-year undergraduate)
Subjects Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology
Question type Aptitude-based objective questions
Focus Scientific reasoning and analytical thinking
Syllabus & Topics Covered
  • Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology at school level
  • Emphasis on understanding and application rather than memorisation
  • Analytical and reasoning-based science questions
  • Stream SA draws largely on the Class 11 syllabus; SX/SB on Class 12 and beyond
How to Prepare
  • Focus on conceptual understanding — KVPY-style questions reward reasoning over recall.
  • Practise across all four science subjects, not just your favourites.
  • Solve analytical, application-based problems to build aptitude.
  • Attempt timed practice to manage the breadth of the paper.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does KVPY test?

It tests scientific aptitude and analytical thinking across Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology.

What are the KVPY streams?

Stream SA is for Class 11, while SX and SB are for Class 12 and first-year undergraduate students respectively.

Is KVPY about memorising facts?

No — it emphasises reasoning and the application of concepts rather than rote learning.

How should I prepare for KVPY?

Build strong fundamentals across all four science subjects and practise analytical, aptitude-style questions.

Are these KVPY practice questions free?

Yes. All KVPY practice on Safe Learning for Kids is free, with explanations.