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Team Careers360Updated on 06 Nov 2024, 05:35 PM IST

NTSE Answer Key 2024 - SCERTs and state-level exam conducting authorities will release NTSE exam solution 2024 for stage 1 exam. They will publish NTSE 2024 answer key in form of a PDF file through official websites. However, the official NTSE stage 1 answer key 2024 will be released later. But, coaching institutes release unofficial NTSE answer key 2024 after a few hours of the exam.

This Story also Contains

  1. NTSE Answer Key 2024 Dates
  2. Official NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 1
  3. How to download NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 1?
  4. NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 2
  5. How to Download NTSE Stage 2 Answer Key 2024?
  6. NTSE Cutoff 2024
  7. NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 2
NTSE Answer Key 2024 - Download Stage 1 Answer Key Here
NTSE Answer Key 2024

Students can use unofficial NTSE solution 2024 to know the expected answers to the questions asked in the exam. State-level authorities will release the answer key of NTSE 2024 in online mode. The NTSE official answer key 2024 will comprise the correct answers to questions asked in the NTSE exam. Students can tally their responses with NTSE Answer Key 2024 and calculate their probable scores.

NCERT releases the NTSE 2024 stage 2 answer key 2024 for MAT and SAT. The NTSE answer key 2024 for stage 2 is published online on the official website: ncert.nic.in. Read further to download the NTSE answer key 2024 PDF.

NTSE Answer Key 2024 Dates

Students should be aware of when the NTSE answer key 2024 will be issued. Here, we have provided the expected NTSE 2024 answer key release dates-

NTSE exam 2024 answer key stage 1

Event

Dates

NTSE 2024 exam

November - December 2024

Unofficial NTSE 2024 answer key

On exam day

NTSE official answer key 2024

After a few days of exam

NTSE Result 2024 date

February 2025

Official NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 1

States/UTs releases the official NTSE 2024 answer key stage 1 for MAT and SAT exam. NTSE exam paper 2024 answer key is usually made available within a week after the exam. But, students can calculate their expected scores by using the unofficial NTSE answer key 2024 on the same day of the exam.

These state-wise NTSE exam answer key 2024 comprises the correct answers to all questions asked in the NTSE Stage 1 exam. Download state-wise official and unofficial NTSE answer key pdf below -

NTSE Answer Key Stage 1 Download PDF

Also, check NTSE Question Papers here.

How to download NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 1?

The state-wise NTSE 2024 answer key stage 1 is released online in PDF format. Students should follow the step-wise process to view and download the NTSE answer key 2024.

  • From the table given table, click on the link of NTSE answer key stage 1 2024 of the respective state.

  • Then click on the MAT or SAT NTSE exam answer key link.

  • The NTSE 2024 answer key PDF will appear on the screen.

  • Download the pdf file and save it

  • Now, match your response with the answer given in the NTSE answer key 2024 stage 1 to check the expected scores.

  • If the calculated scores are above the expected cutoff marks then there are chances that the student's name may be available in the merit list.

How to Calculate Scores Using NTSE Answer Key 2024?

Students can calculate the expected scores with the NTSE 2024 answer key. For the same, students have to match their responses with the answers provided in the NTSE answer key 2024. Students who achieve the cutoff score will be eligible for the next level of NTSE 2024. Follow the steps mentioned below to calculate the scores-

  • Download the NTSE Stage 1 answer key 2024 of the respective state.

  • Compare the answers marked by the students with the answers listed in the NTSE answer key 2024.

  • Follow the Marking scheme to assign the scores

  • Add the scores to calculate the marks obtained by a student

  • Total Marks Obtained in the exam = Total number of correct responses x 1 mark

  • Compare the obtained marks from the last year’s cutoff to get an idea if you are eligible for NTSE Stage 2.

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NTSE Answer Key 2024 - Points to Remember

  • Students are required to secure the minimum qualifying marks in both MAT & SAT in order to be eligible for Stage 2

  • There is no negative marking in the NTSE exam for the wrong answers.

  • Follow the correct marking scheme while calculating the scores from NTSE answer key 2024.

  • The unofficial NTSE 2024 answer key may vary from the official answer key. Hence, do not consider the calculated score as final.

  • Only a few states allow challenging the NTSE answer key 2024.

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NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 2

NCERT will release NTSE 2024 answer key stage 2 for MAT and SAT on ncert.nic.in. NTSE answer key 2024 stage 2 will be released within a week after the NTSE stage 2 exam.

NTSE exam answer key Stage 2

Event

Dates

NTSE stage 2 exam date

May 2025

NTSE stage 2 answer keyMay 2025

Release of stage II result

August 2025


How to Download NTSE Stage 2 Answer Key 2024?

  • Visit the official website: ncert.nic.in.

  • Click the link that will say 'Stage 2 NTSE 2024 answer key'.

  • It will lead to a pdf file. Click on the download button.

  • A pdf file will start to download.

  • Open NTSE 2024 answer key and match students' answers with the ones mentioned in the answer key.

Challenge NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 2

NCERT provides the scanned OMR sheets and answer key of the students on the NCERT website, ncert.nic.in. The answer key for NTSE Stage 2 is released in the form of a pdf file. Students can calculate their own scores with the help of the NTSE answer key 2024.

If a student finds any wrong answer in the official NTSE 2024 answer key of stage 2 then they can challenge the answer key within the duration given by NCERT. Students can send click here to challenge the official NTSE answer key 2024.

NTSE Cutoff 2024

A cutoff is the minimum marks a candidate needs to score to qualify for the NTSE scholarships. Given below is the NTSE qualifying cutoff for different categories.

NTSE Qualifying Scores 2024 for Stage 1 & 2

Section

Qualifying scores

Mental Ability Test (MAT)

40% for general category and 32% SC, ST & PH category

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)

40% for general category and 32% SC, ST & PH category

NTSE Answer Key 2024 Stage 2

The stage 2 NTSE answer key 2024 is released by NCERT after few days of the exam. However, the unofficial NTSE 2024 answer key will be issued on the same day by various coaching institutes. Students can calculate their probable scores before NTSE Stage 2 result 2024. Below are the links to download NTSE answer key 2024 for stage 2-

NTSE Stage 2 Answer Key 2021

Answer Key name

Download Link

MAT answer key

Click here

SAT answer key

Click here

Also, read NTSE Stage 2 Analysis to know the expected cutoff marks of the exam.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When will the official NTSE answer key 2024 stage 2 be released?
A:

The official NTSE 2024 answer keys are released a few days after the exam.

Q: How to calculate scores with answer key of NTSE 2024?
A:

Total Marks obtained by students= 1 x Number of right answers.

Q: I have attained the minimum qualifying marks. Am I eligible for stage 2?
A:

Students should obtain scores equal to NTSE cutoff 2024 to get selected for stage 2.

Q: Are the unofficial NTSE answer keys 2024 reliable?
A:

The unofficial answer keys are released by leading institutes. Students can rely on these NTSE answer key 2024.

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Questions related to NTSE

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Have a question related to NTSE ?
registration date of ntse exam 2025-26

Hey Srijan:)

Thanks for reaching out!

As of now, the NTSE 2025-26 registration date have not been officially announced.Usually the registration process begins in August or September through your state's SCERT or the liaison officer in each state.The stage one exam is generally held in December and stage two in june of the following year.

To get the exact dates and updates, regularly check the official NCERT or your state's SCERT website .


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Taabia Fathima
26 Aug'25
NTSE UP registration 2025-26 kab hoga ?

Hii

There's no official UP- specific schedule published yet for NTSE 2025 but for reference you can check the previous year pattern of registration and tentative here https://school.careers360.com/articles/ntse-application-form .

Most likely NTSE Stage 1 registration forms would release in August or sept.  You must keep eye on UP's SCERT website and stay tuned to NCERT and national exam portals, as they will publish official dates and links once available.


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Babita Rawat
26 Aug'25
NTSE ka registration kabse start h ?

Hello Deeksha

The NTSE (National Talent Search Examination) 2025 registrations are expected to start in September 2025 or October 2025. The official notification will be released on the NCERT website as well as on the respective state SCERT portals.

To know more about NTSE: NTSE by CAREERS360

Thank You!!!

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Yash Teotia
28 Aug'25
Online form ntse ka kahase bhare

Hello student,

To fill out the NTSE (National Talent Search Examination) application form online, you need to visit the official website of your state's SCERT (State Council of Educational Research and Training) or the NCERT website.

Look for the NTSE section and the registration link. Fill in the required details accurately, upload necessary documents (like photograph and signature), and pay the application fee (if applicable). Finally, submit the form and download the acknowledgement for future reference.

Important Notes:

  • Keep a copy of the submitted application form and acknowledgement.
  • Check the official website for any updates or notifications regarding the NTSE exam.

https://school.careers360.com/articles/ntse-application-form

Thank you!!

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Anushree Thakare
7 Aug'25
NTSE ki book Kahan Se download hogi

Hi dear candidate,

The books of NTSE preparation are subject to copyright and monetary benefits to their owners and authors so, downloading a complete book is not possible. Few e-books are available but that are also paid. You can purchase the NTSE preparation books from offline local market.

For added help you refer to our preparation tips as well:

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