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What is NTSE?

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Last updated date: 19th Mar 2024
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The National Talent Search Examination is a prestigious examination that is conducted all across India. The NTSE had started back in 1963. The main reason for conducting these exams is the identification of talented young minds. This examination covers all aspects that include Science, Medicine, Management, Engineering as well as Law. This exam is open for one and all students who belong to India. This exam is conducted by NCERT. 

What is the Eligibility Criteria for Appearing in NTSE?

All candidates wanting to opt for the NTSE scholarship examinations 2022 must fulfill certain criteria as specified by NCERT. There are specific criteria for every state and UT which include academic qualifications and the minimum qualifying marks required for ensuring they are eligible. After meeting all these criteria, a student can apply for the NTSE examinations.


The NTSE Eligibility Criteria 2022 for stage 1 for the state level is listed as given below:

  • All students studying in 10th standard from recognized Private/Government schools are eligible to apply.

  • All candidates are allowed to attempt the examination from the state/UT they belong to. For the NTSE Examinations, there is no barrier on domiciles. 

  • SCERT of the respective states mentions some extra criteria that each student must follow. These are the minimum qualifying marks that you will need from your previous class.

  • Moreover, every student who opts for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) is also eligible for attempting these examinations. The minimum age limit for these candidates is 18 years. Also, they should not be working and be attempting their class 10th examinations for the very first time.


Here is a list of criterias that all candidates appearing in the Stage 2 examination must follow: 


For candidates studying in India:

  • All candidates must belong to India, which means they must be Indian Nationals, regardless of where they studied for their class 10th examinations.

  • Each student must qualify for stage 1 of the exam.


For candidates studying outside India:

  • All candidates who are studying abroad but have Indian Nationality are eligible for directly appearing in the Stage II examinations.

  • However, they should have a score of a minimum of 60 percent in their previous class.

  • All such candidates must necessarily plan to carry out their further studies in India in case they meet the eligibility criteria. 


NTSE Stage 1 Paper Solution

NTSE (National Talent Search Examination) is conducted in two stages: Stage-1 and Stage-2 where stage-1 is conducted by state and UTs individually for their states where stage-2 is conducted by NCERT on National level. Stage-1 for this year was conducted on 13th December in states Delhi, M.P., UP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Haryana, Assam, Maharashtra, and UT Chandigarh. Rest of the states and UTs will have their States and UT’s stage exam on the assigned date.


Exam for Both the Stage is Conducted in Two Tests:

MAT (Mental Ability Test): Questions are generally based on topics which check the students’ problem solving and critical thinking skills.


SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test): Questions are asked from Mathematics, Science, Social Science from 9th and 10th curriculum.


Exam Pattern for both the stages remains the same. The question paper is MCQ based and for every question, you get 4 options.


NTSE Exam Pattern:

Exam

No. of Questions

Maximum Marks

Time Allocated

MAT

100

100

120 minutes

SAT

100

100

120 minutes


Note:

  • There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

  • Every right answer earns 1 mark each.


Why should you Appear for NTSE?

  • Scholarship

One of the most essential benefits of clearing the NTSE is the scholarship which is awarded by the Central Government. An amount of Rs. 500 is given to each student every year. 


  • Preferences in Studying Abroad

NTSE is an examination that is recognized at an international level. Therefore, all the universities as well as educational institutes abroad give preference to students who have cleared and qualified for the examination. So, if you are planning to go abroad for further studies or applying for scholarships in the U.S, then appearing for the NTSE is a must for you. It will give you an edge over other students who have applied for the same course. 


  • Building Confidence

NTSE is a competitive examination and only limited students are awarded the scholarship. Confidence is the most important element that you need for cracking NTSE. Along with it, you need perseverance and talent. This examination shows you where you stand, and reflects on the strengths and weaknesses areas that improve the student's ability to understand all the different concepts. 


  • Get Admission in Top Education Institutes 

Many colleges in India have seats reserved particularly for students who have qualified for the NTSE. This is a prestigious examination that can help you get direct admissions after passing the admission test of the college that you plan to study from. NTSE is an examination that is recognized both in India and abroad. 


  • Getting a Competitive Edge While Applying for a Job 

For interviews and jobs, getting a preference over others is a huge advantage. Qualifying for the examination will give you a competitive edge over others. This is relevant for both government and private jobs.

FAQs on What is NTSE?

1. How can I access the NTSE stage 1 answer key?

Each state provides the answer key for NTSE after 15 days of the exam. Every student must verify their solutions with the answer key. This can help them to figure out how they have performed in the examinations. You can also get the answer key from the Vedantu website. The Vedantu website has the answer key year 2021 as well! You can also download the Vedantu app and make use of the answer key to know if your solutions are correct. 


Refer to Vedantu for free solutions chapter-wise and get free access to other online resources to enhance your learning.

2. How many papers will be there, and what is the language in which the exam is conducted?

The examination paper follows a multiple choice format, where each question has four options and there will be two tests. The pattern for both these are the same. They are Mental Ability Test which comprises 100 questions, Scholastic Aptitude Test comprising 100 questions and Language which comprises 100 questions. The time duration for each of these is 120 minutes.  The exam is carried out in two languages- Hindi and English. You can choose any one of them for writing the exam.

3. Are scholarships reserved for the reservation category?

Yes, as per NCERT and Government of India norms, there is a provision of reservation for Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Caste candidates. The reservation criteria for the same is set at 15% and 7.5%, respectively. For physically challenged students, reservations are set at 3%.  However, it must be kept in mind that only those candidates who are successful to obtain minimum qualifying marks under these categories are eligible for the scholarship.

4. Till which class/stage, will the scholarship be given?

Qualified students, studying Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Languages, Commerce, Vocational courses, are eligible to receive the scholarship up to PhD level as per UGC norms. The qualified students, studying professional courses in Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Management, and Law, are eligible to receive the scholarship up to Post Graduation level INR 2000 per month.

5. Are marks obtained in stage-1 included in stage-2?

No, Marks obtained in Stage- 1 are only used to see if you are eligible for Stage- 2 or not. And marks obtained in Stage- 2 are responsible for your selection in the scholarship programme.