Exam Pattern
How to Fill NTSE Application Form ?
NTSE application form can be filled both online and offline. While downloading the application form from the official NCERT website, you need to ensure to take the print on 8.5” * 14” size paper. With this, mention all the details correctly and submit the form to the school principal. However, leave the 4-digit of centre code blank, as it is to be filled by the liaison officer or the district officer later when submitted to him/her.
Stage I: Examination at the State/UT level comprises of Three Papers
| Paper | Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I | Mental ability Test(MAT) | 50 | 50 | 45 Min. |
| Paper-II | Language Test(LT) Hindi/English | 50 | 50 | 45 Min. |
| Paper-III | Scholastic Aptitude Test(SAT) | 100 | 100 | 90 Min. |
Stage II: Examination at the National Level comprises of Two Papers
| Paper | Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Timing(All Candidates Except Visually Challenged) |
| Paper-I | Mental ability Test(MAT) | 100 | 50 | 120 Min. | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Paper-II | Scholastic Aptitude Test(SAT) | 100(Science = 40, Social Science =40, Maths = 20) | 100 | 120 Min. | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM |
Important Details of NTSE
| Event | Date | Result |
| NTSE Stage-I Conducted all State & Union Territories | November | January – February |
| NTSE Stage-II Conducted all State & Union Territories | May | August |
NTSE Reservation
- 15% Scholarship is reserved for students belonging to the SC Category.
- 5% Scholarships is for students belonging to the ST Category.
- 4% for Physically Challenged students.
