NTSE UPDATES 2020

NTSE 2020 - NCERT has postponed NTSE stage 2 exam 2020 due to coronavirus outbreak. Earlier, the NTSE 2020 stage 2 exam was about to be held on May 10, 2020. But now, it has been postponed until further notices. NTSE 2020 stage 2 admit cards will be released before a month of exam. Students studying abroad will have to appear for the Stage 2 NTSE 2020 exam directly for which they need to get them registered with NCERT. NTSE Stage 1 exam was held on November 2, 3 & 17, 2019. Only, students who qualify stage 1 NTSE exam are called to appear for stage 2 exam. Most of the states have declared NTSE stage 1 result 2020 for their state. While Other states will release the NTSE 2020 exam results for stage 1 in April 2020. Along with the result of NTSE exam, stage 1 cut off scores are also released. Students who pass both stages with minimum qualifying marks will receive NTSE Scholarship. Around 2000 students will be selected for the scholarship. Read the article to stay updated about NTSE exam 2020 answer key, result cutoff.
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NTSE 2020 Exam Overview

NTSE Exam Dates 2020

Aspirants can check the events and their respective NTSE 2020 dates in the given table. These dates help in completing the admission and examination processes timely.

NTSE Result 2020

Most of the states have declared the NTSE 2020 stage 1 result. Students can check their scores, name and roll number in the result file. NTSE Stage 1 result for other states will be available online in February 2020. The NTSE 2020 result is made available in the form of a merit list. Students have to check for their registration number or roll number and name in the merit list. Only candidates who qualify stage 1 can find their name listed in the pdf and will be able to appear in Stage 2 of NTSE Exam. The result of stage 2 will be announced in August 2020 in the online mode. Candidates will also be able to check the NTSE cut off along with the result.

Steps to Check NTSE Result

• For stage I, visit the official websites of SCERTs and for stage II, go to the NCERT's official web portal.
• Click the NTSE" section
• A result pdf file will be available there. Students need to click the pdf file to check their MAT & SAT scores.
• The result will only contain the name of selected candidates. If your name is not on the list then you have not qualified for the Interview.

Rechecking of NTSE Result

Candidates should know that no request for re-evaluation or rechecking of the result is entertained. Candidates can have access to their scanned OMR sheets, which will be uploaded on the NCERT website along with the final scoring key so that they can calculate their own score.

NTSE Cutoff 2020

Every state releases its separate NTSE stage 1 cutoff. Most of the states have released NTSE stage 1 cutoff marks. In order to qualify the exam, candidates need to obtain the minimum NTSE cutoff marks as specified by the exam conducting bodies. The cutoff announced are the minimum marks that are used to shortlist candidates for the NTSE Exam 2020 stage 2. Check the qualifying cutoff for NTSE 2020 and previous year's stage 1 & 2 cut off

Qualifying Marks for NTSE Stage 1 & 2 exam

NTSE Stage I Cut off 2019 (State-wise)

NTSE Stage II Cut off

NCERT will announce the cutoff for stage 2 of NTSE 2019 along with the result in the month of August 2020. The final cutoff for each category will be announced separately. Candidates can use the previous year cutoff marks to get a better idea of the marks required to qualify for the scholarships.

NTSE Stage 2 Cut off

NTSE Admit Card 2020

Some states have released the NTSE Stage 1 admit card online and some have released the admit card in offline mode. while some are about to release NTSE stage 1 Hall ticket 2020. Students can collect the admit card of NTSE 2020 from their respective schools or from State Liaison Officer. NTSE admit card 2020 contains important information, such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, and timing and exam centre address. Candidates must remember that they shall not be allowed to enter the NTSE 2020 examination hall without the admit card.

Steps to obtain NTSE Admit Card 2020

• NTSE 2020 admit card for Stage 1 released on different dates of October 2019.
• In offline mode, students can collect the NTSE Stage 1 admit card from their schools.
• To download NTSE 2020 admit card in online mode, visit the official website of SCERT/ Education department.
• In case any students did not receive the admit card, he or she could visit the State Liaison Officer to obtain their admit card.
• NCERT will release the NTSE 2020 Stage 2 admit card on its official website 21 days before the exam date.
• Candidates are advised to download their respective NTSE hall tickets from the website.

Documents to carry along with NTSE Admit Card 2020

Students need to carry their admit card and a Photo ID proof at the NTSE examination centre. Check the below-given list of ID proofs. Bring anyone in original and a photocopy of the same.

• Adhaar Card
• School Admit Card

NTSE Exam Centre 2020

• Stage 1 exam centres are determined by the respective exam conducting authority and communicated completed address through NTSE 2020 admit card.
• Stage 2 exam centres are determined by NCERT and a complete list of state-wise exam centres is released as a pdf file on the official website.
• Change of NTSE 2020 exam centre is entertained upon written request only in exceptional cases under special circumstances, such as the transfer of parents of candidates.
• Candidates have to send the written request to NCERT within 15 days of the download of the E-admit card prior to at least 21 days of examination.
• Candidates, however, must note that in such cases they can sit for the exam in English medium only.

NTSE Question Paper 2020

• Students can download the previous year's question papers from the official website of SCERTs/ Education department.
• These question papers will help students to understand the difficulty level of the NTSE 2020 and exam pattern.
• Practising previous year's question papers and NTSE sample papers will make you ready for the D-day.
• It also improves the chances to get through the examination with good marks.

NTSE Exam Pattern 2020

The exam pattern for stage 1 and stage 2 remain the same. However, the difficulty level of the test may vary. The NTSE 2020 exam pattern contains detail on the number of questions asked, marking scheme, the time allotted and much more. The exam pattern for both the stages of NTSE is given below.

• Qualifying Marks- Students need to score 32% for SC, ST and PWD category and 40% for the General category in order to qualify the NTSE 2020.
• To get shortlisted for NTSE Stage II, students have to qualify MAT & SAT separately with minimum cut off marks.
• Test Duration- The test duration is 120 minutes or 2 hours for each paper.
• Exam Mode- The test will be conducted in offline or pen and paper mode.
• Negative Marking- There is no negative marking. Each question carries one mark.

NTSE Exam Pattern for Stage 1 & 2

NTSE Syllabus 2020

The questions of NTSE stage 1 and 2 exams are based on class 9 and class 10 level. Candidates can also refer to the official booklet - ‘Learn about the Test’ that contains sample papers for both the Tests- MAT and SAT. It is available in print as well as on the official website of NCERT. NTSE 2020 syllabus contains important topics from subjects.

NTSE Syllabus for Stage 1 & 2 (Subject-wise topics)

Type of Question Asked in NTSE 2020 Exam

Best Books for NTSE 2020

Along with the correct syllabus and examination pattern, students should also follow the right NTSE books. The best books for NTSE preparations are NCERT. However, students can refer to the given books for detailed information

• Study Guide for NTSE National Talent Search Examination Class 10
• Pearson Guide to NTSE Class 10
• Study Package for NTSE by McGraw Hill Education

How to Prepare for NTSE 2020?

Students should prepare for NTSE Exam by adopting these preparation tips to score high in the examination. In this article, we have provided the entire details related to the NTSE 2020 examination for students' convenience. Candidates should bookmark this article to stay updated with the latest information and other details. Follow the given tips to strengthen your preparation strategy

1. Make a study schedule and stick to the same to complete the entire NTSE syllabus
2. Create short notes of important facts and revise them on a regular interval
3. Practice maximum numbers of previous year's question papers and sample papers to know how difficult the exam is.
4. Take experts guidance to solve tricky questions.
5. Refer to Topper's marks to set a goal. Without defining a target, it will be hard to achieve the same.

NTSE Eligibility Criteria 2020

Every state sets its own eligibility for NTSE stage 1 examination. However, stage 2 NTSE eligibility will be slated by NCERT. Aspirants should satisfy NTSE eligibility criteria at both stages to appear for the examination. Read below to know the NTSE 2020 eligibility criteria before filling the applications.

• Education Qualification- Students studying in class 10th in recognized schools are eligible to appear for NTSE 2020 stage 1 exam. There is no domicile restriction.
• Age Limit- Students of an open school or distance learning program are also eligible to apply provided that their age should be less than 18 years as on July 1, 2020.

NTSE Stage II Eligibility Criteria

In order to appear for the NTSE stage 2 exam, students should qualify the stage 1 or state-level NTSE 2020 exam with the minimum qualifying marks.

For the Continuation of Scholarship

• Candidates must be appearing in the class 10 exam for the first time.
• Some states require candidates to score a minimum of 55 % marks in class 9 to apply for NTSE exam 2020.
• Indian students studying abroad in Class 10 or equivalent class can directly apply for NTSE stage 2. They must obtain at least 60 per cent marks (in aggregate) in class 9th.

NTSE Application Form 2020

The NTSE stage 1 application forms have been released by SCERTs or Education departments of different States/UTs. Eligible students have to submit the filled NTSE 2020 application form before the last date as stipulated by their respective State/UTs.

Steps to Submit NTSE Form

1. Visit the official website of SCERT or State's education department
2. Click on "NTSE" option
3. Download the pdf file of NTSE application form
4. Fill the details in the application correctly and affix a recent photograph.
5. Get the application form duly signed by the Principal of the school.
6. Send the filled NTSE 2020 application form to the State Liaison Officer before the last date.

NTSE Application Fee

The application fee may or may not be applicable. States have their own criteria for receiving the application and fee. Students will get the complete information related to the same after the official release.

NTSE 2020 State-wise Application Details

NTSE Application form 2020 (Stage 2)

• Students need not submit an application form for stage 2.
• Stage 1 qualifiers can directly appear for stage 2, conducted by NCERT on May 10, 2020.

NTSE Answer Key 2020

• The NTSE answer key for stage 1 has been issued by different SCERTs on the respective official websites.
• Various coaching centres have been released the answer keys for the exam held on November 2, 3 and 17 2019. The answers of those keys may vary. Hence, students are suggested to check official answer keys too.
• Candidates can download the answer key for the MAT and SAT papers to verify their answers and calculate a probable score.
• The NTSE 2020 answer key includes the correct answers to each question and paper set.
• NCERT will release the stage 2 answer keys for the reference of students that can be downloaded from the main website of NCERT.

List of Liaison Officers for NTSE Form 2019-20

Candidates can check below the list of officers as appointed by the NCERT for NTSE application form related queries -

NTSE Scholarships 2020

The states/UTs are responsible for conducting the stage 1 screening exam, known as the State Level Talent Search Examination. Each State and Union Territory has to recommend a stipulated number (as per state quota) of candidates for the national level examination to be held by the NCERT. A total of 3000 stage 1 qualifiers will appear in NTSE Stage 2 followed by Interview. Students who qualify each stage with minimum cut off marks will be declared eligible to receive the NTSE scholarship amount.

NTSE Reservation Criteria

Out of 4 % for physically challenged students, one per cent shall be reserved for persons with benchmark disabilities under clauses:

1. Blindness and low vision
2. Deaf and hard of hearing
3. Locomotor disability including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy.

1% for persons with benchmark disabilities under clauses:

• Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, and mental illness.
• Multiple disabilities amongst persons under clauses (a) to (d) including deaf-blindness in the posts identified for each disability