FAQs

FAQs

NTSE FAQs

 

Q1. I am in class 10th. Can I give the NTSE Exam?

A: Yes! The class X students can give the Exam.

 

Q2. From where I can get the NTSE first stage (state level) forms?

A: Details below:

• The candidates who wish to apply for NTSE can get the forms offline.
• The eligible candidates would also receive the card through the post.
• The Admit card (stage 1) can be downloaded online from the NCERT official website.
• Visit the official website of NTSE
• Click on the official link for downloading the NTSE 2021 Admit Card.
• Enter ‘Application number’ and ‘Date of Birth’.
• Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
• Download and print Admit Card displayed on the screen.
• After receiving the hall ticket in hand, cross-check all the details.
• In case there is any change required the student needs to contact the authorities immediately.
• In case there is no photo or signature on the admit card, carry a photo and a photo id proof original to the exam hall.

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Q3. What is the syllabus for NTSE Exam?

A: There is no prescribed syllabus for the NTSE exam, The assessment is based on the syllabus of the state and central education board.

It basically focuses on understanding how well have the students understood the concepts and skills learned in the school syllabus.

It has 2 tests Mental Ability Test (MAT) - To judge their reasoning power, thinking ability, judging/evaluating/discriminating ability, lateral thinking, etc. hence would have a variety of questions based on analogies, classification, series, pattern, hidden figures, coding-decoding, etc.

Scholastic Aptitude Test and  (SAT). – includes Maths, Science and Social Science.

 

Q4. How many exams are there in the NTSE?

A: There are 2 level exams conducted every year.

• 1st level is conducted by States and Union Territories
• 2nd level is conducted by NCERT

 

Q5. How many scholarships are given in NTSE?

A: 1000 scholarships are given every year.

 

Q6.     Do we have any language test in NTSE?

A: Since 2018 we do not have any language tests only MAT and SAT.

 

Q7.     Is there any reservation in the NTSE scholarship?

A: Yes!, SC/ST/Physically challenged candidates to have a reservation of 15%, 7.5%, and 3% respectively.

 

Q8.     Where are the examination centers for the first stage?

A: Check the official site for NCERT for the updated list of centers.

 

Q9.     What is my district/center code?

A: The center code is available on the admit card, if not then contact the school authorities, if downloaded online then call the concerned authority and if taken offline then contact the concerned person.

 

Q10.  Where my interview would be held?

A: Interviews are arranged at various places in the country depending on the number of candidates found eligible from different regions.

 

Q11.  Is there any state quota in NTSE?

A: There is a state quota for stage 1, only selected candidates would qualify for the national level based on merit. There is no state quota at the final level.

 

Q12.  I am in class IX. Can I appear in NTSE?

A: Only Class X students can appear for NTSE. The student who appeared for class VIII cannot appear the exam again.

 

Q13.  When the result of NTSE Stage- 1 held in November will be declared?

A:

Event	Date
National level Exam  in  all States and Union Territories	13th May 2021

 

Q14.  Is there any negative marking in NTSE?

A: No there is no negative marking from 2021.

 

Q15.  What type of questions is there in the NTSE Stage -1 exam?

A: MCQ’s with only one correct answers are asked in stage 1.

 

 

Q16.  I don’t know to whom to send my NTSE form to?

A: The NTSE form needs to be submitted to your school and the school would process it further.

 

Q17.  I have not received my admit card for the state level NTSE. What should I do?

A: You need to collect the admit card personally, if not dispatched.

 

Q18.  I have cleared 1st Level State Talent Search Examination. How I can apply for National Level Round?

A: No Need to apply, The form would be sent to the registered address.

 

Q19.  Can I request for evaluation / rechecking of my mark sheet?

A: No, There is no provision for re-checking

 

Q20.  What is the advantage of clearing NTSE?

A: NTSE benefits details below:

1. The biggest advantage for the students who have cleared the NTSE exam is, they are eligible for additional scholarships from the central government worth ₹500 per year.
2. NTSE scholar students who opt to study further in Science and Social Science stream get scholarship up to doctorate level and students opting for professional courses get scholarship till postgraduate level.
3. When planning to study abroad or applying for a U.S. scholarship, the students who have cleared the NTSE scholarship exam are preferred over other students, as the abroad universities and education institutes are aware of the scheme. They are aware that students with high intellectual skills and talent can only clear this exam.
4. NTSE is a very competitive exam and only 1000 qualified students are granted scholarships. This exam also prepares the students in cracking future competitive exams, as it helps the students analyze where they stand, what are their strengths and weaknesses.
5. NTSE exam helps the student to improve their skills and strengthens their confidence to face any other competitive exams. And prepares them for a bright future.
6. Many renowned colleges in India have exclusive seats reserved for NTSE qualified students, The NTSE scholar students can clear the entrance test of the institute with a good score as they have already cleared the NTSE scholarship exam which would help them top the entrance test and get direct admission to the famous and prestigious institution.
7. Even the institutes in abroad prefer an NTSE scholar, as they are aware of the skills and talent required to acquire the NTSE scholarship over the other students who have applied for the same.
8. ‘NTSE scholar’ on a resume is an added advantage when you apply for jobs or interviews, NTSE scholars are preferred when applying for a government job and also are accepted in various private and prestigious jobs. As they can face the interview well.
9. An NTSE scholar gets a discount on the books and course material at high school level, which helps the student to purchase expensive books an affordable cost. Which would help them study well and build a base for bright future.
10. If the student is willing to change the school an NTSE scholar is given more preference over the other students.
11. NTSE scholar gets benefits during NDA selections.
12. The NTSE scholar gets a discount in course fees for JEE or any other medical coaching.
13. IIIT-H NOK examination has extra seats booked for NTSE and KVPY scholars.
14. An NTSE Scholar gets bonus marks for admission in IIIT - D undergrad program. An NTSE scholar can earn 6 bonus points.
15. An NTSE scholar gets ₹15000 at the end of class XI
16. You get fame in newspaper advertisements by the coaching institute you are studying in. as they would like to advertise that their coaching institutes have scholars, which would grab other students for their institute.
17. Fiitjee gives a scholarship up to 1lakh for NTSE scholars based on their criteria to financially help them in further studies.
18. An NTSE scholar gets free test series from a career point, to prepare better for other entrance exams.
19. An NTSE scholar gets a free final revision module package from motion academy, which would further build their confidence.
20. An NTSE scholar will be eligible for the SHE scholarship and can have an added advantage of it.
21. If an NTSE scholar is applying for MS/MBA abroad, on applying for scholarships additional marks are given for being an NTSE scholar. Which would benefit them and ease them get through it.

 

21.  Is there any district quota in NTSE?

A: No

 

 

Q22.  Questions are different in different states in NTSE first stage?

A: The number of questions allocated for each subject will be :

Physics	12
Chemistry	11
Biology	12
Mathematics	20
History	10
Geography	10
Pol. Science	10
Economics	5

 

Q23.  What are the contact Address?

A:

Department of Educational Measurement  and Evaluation
NCERT, Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi – 110016
For NTS Examination Inquiry: Phone No. : 011-26560464
For NTS Scholarship Inquiry: Phone No. : 011-26562704
Fax No. : 011-26515382
Website: www.ncert.nic.in

 

North Eastern Region

Directorate of School Education

Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh

Naharlagun-79111

Arunachal Pradesh

 

Deputy Director

Director of Secondary Education

Kahilipara, Assam

Guwahati-781019 (Assam)

 

Programme Officer (Science)

Science Unit,

Directorate of Education (Schools)

Lamphelpat

Imphal (Manipur).

 

Sr. Grades Lecturer (NTS Exam)

Directorate of Educational Research And Training

Arbuthnot Road,

Nongrimmaw

Shillong-793011 (Meghalaya).

 

Academic Officer

M.B.S.E. Office

Chaltlang, Aizawl

Mizoram-796012.

 

Joint Controller of Examinations

Nagaland Board of School Education

Post Box No.98.

Kohima-797001 (Nagaland).

 

Assistant Director (Exam.)

Department of Education

Govt. of Sikkim, Tashiling

Gangtok-737103 (Sikkim)

 

Joint Director

S.C.E.R.T.

Abhoy Nagar, P.O.

Agartala, Tripura-799005 (West)

 

Eastern region

Principal
State Institute of Education
Siksha Sadan, Link Road
Port Blair-744101(A&N Islands)

 

Director
State Council of Educational Research and Training
Mahendru, Patna-800006 (Bihar)

 

Secretary
Jharkhand Intermediate Council Education ,
Rameshwaram, Bariyartu,
Dist. Ranchi (Jharkhand).

 

Asstt. Director
Directorate of TE & S.C.E.R.T.
Bhubaneswar-751001(Orissa)

 

Asstt. Director of School Education (T&E)
Directorate of School Education, West Bengal
Bikas Bhawan, 7th Floor
East Block, Salt Lake City
Kolkata-700091 (West Bengal)

 

Northern Region

Head, Science and Math Department.
State Institute of Education
Sector-32
Chandigarh (U.T.) 160032.

 

Sr. Sc. Counsellor, Science Branch
Directorate of Education
Behind L.S.R. College,
Amar Colony, Lajpat Nagar-IV
New Delhi-110024.

 

Secretary
J&K State Board of School
Education, Rehari Mohalla
Jammu (J&K).

 

Lecturer in Physics, Science Wing
S.C.E.R.T., Sohna Road
Opp. Panchayat Bhawan
Gurgaon-122001 (Haryana).

 

Principal
State Council of Educational
Research and Training, RABON
Solan-173211 (Himachal Pradesh).

 

Sr. Lecturer
State Institute of Science Education
SCO 66-67, Sector 17-A
Chandigarh-160017.(Punjab)

 

Secretary
Board of Secondary Education
Ajmer-305001 (Rajasthan).

 

Director
Bureau of Psychology
State Council of Educational Research and Training,
2 Lowther Road
Allahabad-211001 (UP).

 

Asstt. Director/Sr. Lecturer
State Council of Educational Research and Training
At & P.O. Narendra Nagar
Tehri Garhwal-249175 (Uttaranchal)

 

 

Western Region

Asstt. Professor
State Council of Educational Research and Training
Shankar Nagar, Raipur, Chattishgarh-492001.

 

Headmaster
Government High School
Opp. Custom House
Vaniyawad, Nani Daman-396210

 

Headmaster
Government High School
Zanda Chawk,
Silvassa (Via Vapi-396230)
Dadra & Nagar Haveli.

 

Deputy Director
State Institute of Education
Alto-Porvorim
Bardez-403521 (Goa).

 

Chairman
Gujarat State Examination Board
Delhi Chakla, R.C. High School
Ahmedabad-380001 (Gujarat).

 

Senior Lecturer
Rajya Shiksha Kendra
Pustak Bhawan “B” Wing,
Arera Hills
Bhopal-462023 (M.P.)

 

Commissioner
Maharashtra State Council of Examinations
17-Dr. Ambedkar Road
Pune-411001 (Maharashtra).

 

Southern Region

Deputy Commissioner
Office of The Director of Govt. Examinations,
Chapel Road, ABIDS
Hyderabad-500001 (A.P.)

 

Director
DSERT, No.4, 100 feet Ring Road
Bana Sanshankari, 3rd State
Bangalore-560085 (Karnataka)

 

Liaison Officer (NTS Exam.)
State Council of Educational Research and Training
Vidhya Bhavan, Poojappura (P.O.)
Thiruvananthapuram-695012,Kerala.

 

Asstt. Headmaster
Government Sr. Secondary School
Kavaratti Island
Lakshadweep-682555.

 

Joint Director
Directorate of Education
New Saram
Pondicherry-605013.

 

Director
Directorate of Govt. Examinations
College Road, Kodambakkam,
Chennai-600006.

 

Q24.  How is the exam center allotted in Stage 2?

A: There are 36 Centers across India for stage 2 exams, and normally the candidate is allotted a center to the state he belongs to.

 

Q25.  Who should I contact for seeking information about the NTSE Stage 2 roll number and venue of the exam?

A: You need not contact anybody, as you would receive the details via post.

 

Q26.  Where should I contact for NTS National Level Examination Inquiry?

A: You can contact Via Phone or email provided below

Phone no.- 011-26560464 (Timings 2.30 PM to 4.30 PM only)

Email- ntsexam.ncert@gov.in

 

Q27.  Who should I contact in case of a discrepancy in the Stage 1 admit card?

A: The student needs to contact their authorities immediately.

 

Q28.  Is my photo not clear on my admit card? What should I do?

A: No Worries! You can carry a photo ID proof to the exam center.

 

Q29.  I have misplaced my admit card. Can I still appear for the exam?

A: No, You cannot appear for the exam without the admit card.

 

 

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