NTSE Punjab 2024: NTSE shortened for National Talent Search Examination is the most prestigious exam at the high school level in India. The exam is commenced for students in class X only. NTSE aims to find out highly intellectual and talented students for higher studies by providing scholarships at different stages. The NTSE scholars get scholarships of a certain amount from class XI till the Graduation level. Find out all about NTSE Punjab 2024 through this article.
NTSE Punjab 2024 Application Form:
To apply for NTSE Punjab 2024, follow the given below steps:
- First, go to State/UT education board website.
- Now, read the NTSE notification/instructions before applying for the NTSE exam.
- Download the application form.
- Start filling the important information in the application form and attach the documents
NTSE Punjab 2024 Exam Date:
| Events | Exam Date |
| Application Form Release Date | To be announced |
| Last Date To Apply | To be announced |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Those who are studying in Class X in some recognized school may appear for NTSE Punjab. Those who are registered under Open Distance Learning (ODL) may also apply for the scholarship.
- The candidate’s age should be at least 18 years (as of 1st July of the specific year)
- Applicant must not be employed and he/she is appearing in class X exam for the first time.
Cut Off Category-Wise:
- General: 132
- OBC: 110
- SC: 98
- ST: 89
- EWS: 81
Exam Pattern:
Check the exam pattern of both the stages-Stage 1 and 2 below:
The NTSE Exam Pattern Stage 1 Examination: The exam can be attempted in either Hindi or English language. The candidate will receive 1 mark on every correct answer. There will be no negative marking for incorrect answers.
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Part 1 – Mental Ability Test (MAT)
- This section consisted of 100 questions overall.
- It covers the topics such as series, pattern perception, analogies, coding-decoding, classifications, hidden figures and problem-solving, etc.
- The applicant will get 2 hours to complete the paper.
Part 2 – Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
- SAT section comprises 100 questions which are segregated into the following:
Science (40 questions)
Social Science (40 questions)
Mathematics (20 questions)
- The candidate will get 2 hours to complete SAT section.
- The level of questions will be equal to class X or equivalent exam.
Syllabus:
If you are planning to appear in NTSE Punjab 2024 then you must have complete information about the syllabus in detail. The syllabus consisted of the topics covered in classes IX and X. The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test comprises questions based on the subjects such as Social Science, Science, and Mathematics.
The MAT Paper is based on the questions to check verbal and non-verbal abilities such as reasoning and critical thinking. It also includes the topics such as analogy, classification, numerical series, pattern perception, hidden figures, etc.
MAT Syllabus:
- Verbal and Non-Verbal Analogy
- Verbal and Non-Verbal Series
- Classification
- Coding-Decoding
- Alphabet and Number Test
- Blood Relations
- Distance and Direction
- Paper Cutting and Folding
- Venn Diagrams
- Mathematical Operations
- Calendar, Time, and Clock
- Missing Characters
- Embedded Figures
- Ranking and Arrangements
- Word Problems
- Cube and Dice
- Water and Mirror Images
SAT Syllabus:
The following topics are covered in Science (Physics)
- Magnetism and Electricity
- Motion and Force
- Measurements
- Work and Energy
- The Universe
- Light and Sound
- Source of Energy
Chemistry:
- Acid, Bases, Salt
- Metals and Non-metals
- Periodic Classification of Elements
- Structure of Atom
- Carbon and its Compounds
- Physical and Chemical Changes
- Fibers and Plastics
Biology:
- Air
- Soil
- Water
- Micro-organisms
- Life Processes
- Reproduction
- Heredity and Evolution
- Food Production and Management
- Plant and Animal Nutrition
- Diversity in Living Organisms
- Cellular Level of Organisation
- Human Body
- Some Common Diseases
- Our Environment
Syllabus for Social Science:
History:
- French Revolution
- Industrial Revolution
- Mughal Empire
- British Raj
- Maurya Empire
- Indian Freedom Struggle
- Medieval Architecture and Culture
- Early Medieval Period
- Early States
- Indus Valley Civilization
- Conquerors from Distant Lands
- Jainism and Buddhism
- Popular Movements and Social Reforms
- Nationalism in Various Countries
- Introduction and Sources of Ancient Indian History
- World War I and II
- Vedic Period
- New Empires and Kingdoms
- World History
- UN and International Agencies
Geography:
- Biosphere
- Water Resources
- Atmosphere
- Agriculture
- Diversity and Livelihood
- Resources and Development
- Internal Structure of the Earth and Rocks
- Maps and Globe
- Natural Vegetation
- Our Country – India
- The motion of the Earth
- India and its Neighbors
- Climate – India and World
- Indian Physiographic Division
- Drainage in India
- Solar System
- Major Domains and landforms
- Population
- Civics:
- Indian Constitution
- Local and State Government
- Indian Government
- Judiciary
Mathematics Syllabus:
- Arithmetic Progressions
- Number Systems
- Polynomials
- Real Numbers
- Quadratic Equations
- Percentage
- Square Roots and Cube Roots
- Direct and Inverse Variation
- Mensuration
- Rational Numbers
- Circles
- Trigonometry
- Surface Areas and Volumes
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Triangles
- Arithmetic
- Coordinate Geometry
- Statistics and Probability
- Introduction to Euclid’s Geometry
- Linear Equations in Two Variables
- Quadrilateral
- Parallelogram
NTSE Scholarships:
In the year 2019, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) announced the scholarships from 1000 to 2000. Based on NTSE Examination, 2000 scholarships will be awarded each year.
- SC: 15%
- ST: 7.5%
- Other Backward Classes: 27%
- Economically Weaker Sections: 10%
- Physically Challenged: 4%
Scholarship Amount:
- Monthly Scholarship of Rs.1250/- for classes XI and XII
- Monthly Scholarship of Rs.2000/- for Undergraduates and Postgraduates students
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