The National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) is a national-level scholarship test conducted by NCERT for Class 10 students to identify and nurture talented minds. It offers scholarships up to the Ph.D. level and includes two stages—MAT and SAT—covering reasoning, science, math, and social studies.
Important Dates (Tentative for 2025)
Application Start: August 2025
Stage I Exam: November 2025
Stage II Exam: June 2026
Scholarship Details
Students who qualify for both stages of the NTSE are awarded scholarships throughout their academic journey:
Class 11 & 12: ₹1,250 per month
Undergraduate & Postgraduate: ₹2,000 per month
Ph.D.: As per UGC norms
Eligibility
Academic Qualification: Students currently enrolled in Class 10 from recognized schools, including open schools, are eligible to apply.
Age Limit: Applicants must be below 18 years of age at the time of examination.
Nationality: Open to Indian nationals, including those studying abroad.
Application Process
Obtain Application Form: Available through state/UT liaison officers or official websites.
Admit Card: Issued by the respective state/UT authorities for Stage.
Opening Date: 17-Jun-2025 12:41 PM
Closing Date: 17-Jun-2025 12:41 PM
MAT (Mental Ability Test)
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) – includes Science, Mathematics, and Social Science.
Syllabus.
The NTSE syllabus aligns with the NCERT curriculum for Classes 9 and 10
- MAT Topics:
- Analogies, Classification, Series, Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Venn Diagrams
- Mathematical Operations, Calendar, Clock, etc.
- SAT Topics:
- Science:
- Physics: Motion, Force, Energy, Light, Sound
- Chemistry: Atoms, Molecules, Chemical Reactions, Acids, Bases
- Biology: Cell Structure, Reproduction, Heredity, Environment
- Mathematics: Number Systems, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics
- Social Science:
- History: Indian Freedom Struggle, World History
- Geography: Physical Features, Climate, Resources
- Civics: Indian Constitution, Government Structure
- Science:
Guidelines
- All questions are mandatory and there is no negative marking.
- Duration: minutes
- Total Questions:
- Question Type: MCQ
Disclaimer
- Read the question carefully.
- Select the best answer from the provided options.
- Ensure you have a stable Internet connection.
- After selecting your answer, click on the "Submit" button.