I have done an MSW from IGNOU. Can I apply for sociology at the TGT or PGT level in any school?
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1 Answer
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1. PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) – Sociology
You may be eligible, depending on the school board and job notification. Here's how:
General Eligibility for PGT Sociology:
Master's degree in Sociology with at least 50–55% marks (depending on board).
B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education) is usually mandatory.
Some schools or states accept MSW as equivalent to Sociology, especially for related social Science positions — but not always.
With an MSW:
You can apply for PGT Sociology only if the school/recruiting body recognizes MSW as a relevant subject.
For example:
KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan
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