What is 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:

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.