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NTSE West Bengal 2023 - Eligibility, Application, syllabus
Edited By Apoorva Singh | Updated on Jul 18, 2024 11:52 AM IST | #NTSE
NTSE West Bengal 2024 - As per the latest notification released by NCERT, the NTSE scheme has been stalled till further notice. We will provide the latest updates and information as an when it will be available on the official website. Students of Class 10 are eligible to apply for NTSE 2024. Those students who will successfully qualify the NTSE West Bengal 2024 will be eligible for NTSE 2024 stage 2 exam. Read the complete article to know all the details of NTSE WB 2024.
This Story also Contains
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 - Exam Overview
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 - Important Dates
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Eligibility Criteria
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Important Instructions
- How to Apply Online for NTSE West Bengal 2024?
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Syllabus
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Exam Pattern
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Question Paper
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Admit Card
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Answer Key
- NTSE West Bengal 2024 Result
- NTSE West Bengal Cutoff 2024
- NTSE 2024 Reservation Criteria
- NTSE Scholarship 2024
NTSE West Bengal 2024 - Exam Overview
Name of the examination | West Bengal State-Level National Talent Search Examination |
Abbreviation used | NTSE Stage 1 |
Level of the exam | State/UT |
Conducted by | Directorate of School Education, West Bengal |
Official Website for NTSE | scholarships.wbsed.gov.in |
State/UT Liaison Officer & Addresses | Dr. Syed Nurus Salam Deputy Director of School Education Directorate of School Education Bikas Bhawan, 7thFloor East Block, Salt Lake City Kolkata-700091 (West Bengal) |
Eligibility Criteria | For class 10 students. |
Mode of examination | Pen and paper |
Mode of Application | Online |
Frequency of Exam | Once each year. |
NTSE West Bengal 2024 - Important Dates
To qualify for the examination, students must be aware of all NTSE exam dates 2024. Check the given table to know about NTSE West Bengal dates:
NTSE West Bengal Dates
Events | Dates |
Start of NTSE West Bengal Application | To be announced |
Application concludes | To be announced |
Admit Card Date | To be announced |
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Exam Date | To be announced |
Answer key release date | To be announced |
NTSE West Bengal Stage 1 Result | To be announced |
Release of NTSE 2 Admit Card | To be announced |
Exam Date of NTSE Stage II | To be announced |
NTSE Stage 2 Result Date | To be announced |
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Students currently studying in class 10 from any school recognized under W.B.B.S.E./ W.B.B.M.E./ I.C.S.E./ C.B.S.E in West Bengal could apply for stage 1 of West Bengal NTSE 2024. Students should satisfy the given terms before filling the NTSE 2024 Application form-
Students who have scored at least 50% marks (40% or above for SC/ST/OBC) in class 9 are eligible to apply for NTSE West Bengal 2024.
For reserved categories, SC, ST, PH, and OBC students who have scored at least 40% in class 9 are eligible to apply.
Open or distance learning students can also apply for West Bengal NTSE
The age of candidates doesn’t exceed 18 years and is not employed.
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Important Instructions
DGE, West Bengal lays down some instructions for West Bengal NTSE for filling the application form:
For OBC Candidates Candidates applying under OBC reservation should meet the following conditions to avail reservation benefits.
The caste/ class the applicant belongs to should be listed in the ‘Central List of OBCs’ by NCBC (National Council of Backward Classes. To find your caste/ community in the Central List of OBCs click here.
Only those OBC applicants who come under ‘Non-Creamy Layer’ income group will be able to avail the reservation benefits. Creamy layer OBC applicants will not be granted any reservation.
Examination Districts - While filling the application form of NTSE West Bengal, students must choose the educational district they reside in. There are two educational districts applicants can choose from, the Barrackpore Educational District comprising of Sub-Divisions: Barrackpore and Bidhannagar, and Siliguri Educational District comprising of Siliguri Sub-Division only.
How to Apply Online for NTSE West Bengal 2024?
To apply for West Bengal NTSE, candidates should follow these basic steps:
Step 1- Online NTSE Registration
Click on the link provided above or visit the http://wbsed.gov.in
Next, you will be directed to the ‘Instruction Page’. Read the instructions thoroughly and click on ‘PROCEED TO REGISTER’
You will be asked for a mobile number and email Id, and your personal details for registration. Fill in the details and press register.
On the next window you will find the options to download the registration details, and to login and fill the application form.
Download the registration details and click on login; you will be redirected to the scholarship portal of DSE, West Bengal.
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On the scholarship web portal of DSE, West Bengal, find the option to log in to your account by using the registration number and password given during registration and login to your account.
After logging in you will be directed to your dashboard. At the top of the window, you will find an option titled ‘Application’, click on it and then click on ‘Form Fill UP’
Upload a scanned copy of a recent passport-sized photograph. Image size should be in ‘.jpg’ format and should not exceed 20kb.
Fill the rest of the required details and press save.
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Step 3- Getting the application form, and the verification certificate attested by the head of the institution (Principal).
Download a copy of your application form, along with the verification form to be filled by the school Principal.
Both application and verification form is required to be attested by the Head of Institution/ School Principal.
Upload the attested certificate onto the registered ID created during registration.
Candidates who belong to SC/ ST/ OBC categories are required to submit scanned copies of their caste certificate certified by relevant authorities.
Candidates applying under PH category will be required to upload a scanned copy of their disability certificate, certified by a competent Medical Board of State Govt./ Central Govt.
Each scanned document should be of 100KB size.
West Bengal NTSE Application Form Status: Students will receive the status of their application accepted/ rejected on their registered email ID or phone number.
How to Prepare for NTSE West Bengal?
To prepare for NTSE West Bengal 2024, students must cover the exam pattern, syllabus, previous years’ question papers, and sample papers. Students who frequently practice with these materials will find it easy to understand the exam question and exam pattern. Following sections cover all of these NTSE preparation materials to help you with your preparation.
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Syllabus
The exam conducting authority doesn't release any specific NTSE Syllabus. However, as per the official notification is suggested to refer to the Class 9th & 10th syllabus of CBSE or State Board to prepare for NTSE 2024. Check the given table for important topics-
West Bengal NTSE 2024 Syllabus for MAT - SAT
NTSE MAT Syllabus | Series - Missing Character, Alphabet Test, Blood Relations, Averages, Speed, Distance & Time, Arithmetic Reasoning, Coding-Decoding. Direction Sense Test. Time & Work |
Numbers & Time Sequence Test - Clock, Data Sufficiency, Equation, Ratio, Proportion & Variation, Calendar, Logical Venn Diagram, Syllogism, Counting the number of Figures, Input-Output, Statement, Assumption & Conclusion | |
Puzzles - Data Interpretation, Analogy & Classification, Number System, Figure Series, Paper Folding, Unfolding, Cutting & Dot Situation, Mirror & Water Images, Figure Matrix | |
Classification - Analogy, Percentages, Alligations or Mixtures, Profit, Loss & Discount, Simple and Compound Interest, Cubes and Dice, Fundamental Principle of Counting; Data Inequality | |
NTSE SAT Syllabus | |
NTSE Science Syllabus | Physics- Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current, Gravitation, Motion, Light, Reflection & Refraction Sources of Energy, Laws of motion, Work & Energy, Fluid, Waves & Sound. |
Chemistry - Chemical Reactions & Equations, Acids, Base & Salts, Metals & Non Metals, Atoms & Molecules and Mole Concept, Carbon & Its Compound, Periodic properties | |
Biology - Nutrition, Excretion, Cell & Tissue, Transportation, Control & Coordination, Food Resources, Natural Resources, Respiration, Reproduction in Plants and Animals, Heredity and Evolution, Diseases | |
NTSE Maths Syllabus | Number System, Real Numbers, Polynomials, Factor & Remainder Theorem, Surds, Indices & Exponents, Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Area of Parallelograms and Triangles, Heron’s Formula, Linear Equations in Two Variables, Quadratic Equations, Arithmetic Progression, Trigonometry, Circles, Areas related to Circles, Surface Area and Volume, Probability, Statistics, Coordinate geometry |
NTSE Social Sciences Syllabus | History - The French Revolution, Russian Revolution, Nazism and the Rise of Hitler, Society and Colonialism, The Making of the Global World, Age of Industrialization, Print Culture and the Modern World, Novels, Society and History, Resources and Development;, Natural Vegetation, Water Resource, Pastoralists in the Modern World, Clothing, Work, Life and Leisure, The Story of Cricket |
Geography & Political Science - India, Size and Location, Physical Features of India, Drainage, Political Science, Democracy, Resources and Development, Natural Vegetation, Water Resources, Climate, Mineral and Energy Resources; Agriculture, Population, Manufacturing Industries | |
Economics - Story of Village Palampur, People as Resource, Development, Sectors of the Indian Economy, Poverty, Money and Credit, Consumer Rights, Globalization and the Indian Economy, Food Security | |
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern of West Bengal NTSE 2024 consists of test duration, the number of questions asked, type of questions, sections and more. The exam conducts for a duration of 4 hours. The total marks of NTSE are 200. See the following table for NTSE 2024 exam pattern.
NTSE West Bengal Exam Pattern
Section | Type of Questions | Number of questions | Time Duration |
Mental Ability Test (MAT) | Multiple choices, Objective type. | 100 | 120 minutes. |
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | Multiple choices, Objective type. | 100 questions worth 1 mark each. Science-40 Mathematics- 20 Social Science - 40 | 120 minutes |
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Question Paper
The NTSE sample papers and previous years’ question papers are one of the key preparation materials for the exam. Practicing with the question papers and NTSE sample papers helps a student develop a familiarity with the kind of questions that appear in the exam, and also the time duration.
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Admit Card
Students who applied for West Bengal NTSE 2024 will be able to download the NTSE WB admit card from the official website of DGE, West Bengal.
The NTSE admit card will be released 15 days prior to the exam date.
If a student finds any kind of discrepancy in NTSE West Bengal Admit Card then he/she should contact the concerned office of the District Inspector of schools.
Students can check their name and complete address of exam venue. NTSE admit card is a mandatory document to carry to the exam hall.
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Answer Key
The answer key of West Bengal NTSE 2024 will tentatively be released a few days after the exam.
The NTSE answer key contains correct answers for questions asked in MAT and SAT tests.
Students can calculate their scores with the help of NTSE West Bengal answer keys.
NTSE West Bengal 2024 Result
The result of West Bengal NTSE Stage 1 will be announced in online mode.
The NTSE result will be announced in the form of a merit list.
NTSE West Bengal result contains the name and scores of the shortlisted students who qualify for NTSE stage 2.
NTSE West Bengal Cutoff 2024
DGE will issues the cut off marks for NTSE West Bengal stage l along with the result. NTSE cut off is the minimum marks that one must attain in the examination to qualify the test. Previous year's West Bengal NTSE cut off for general, SC, ST, OBC, and PH categories have been provided below.
NTSE West Bengal Previous Year’s Cut off
Category | Cut Off |
General | 152 |
OBC | 113 |
SC | 126 |
ST | 98 |
PH | 90 |
NTSE 2024 Reservation Criteria
There is a reservation of 53.5% out of the 2000 scholarships offered under NTSE. Refer to below to check reservation percentage for SC, ST and PH (Physically Handicapped).
NTSE Reservation
Category | Reservation percentage |
Scheduled caste | 15% |
Scheduled tribes | 7.50% |
Physically handicapped | 4% |
OBC | 27% |
NTSE Scholarship 2024
Students selected from NTSE West Bengal stage 1 exam will compete for merit-based scholarships at stage 2 NTSE 2024. Under the National Talent Search Examination scheme, 2000 scholarships are distributed to top-ranking students. Check NTSE Scholarship details below:
NTSE 2024 Scholarship
Education level | Scholarship Amount |
Classes 11th to 12th | Rs. 1,250 per month |
Undergraduate | Rs. 2,000 per month |
Post-graduate | Rs. 2,000 per month |
PhD | As per UGC norm |
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- Notification: July 2024
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- Deadline: By November 2024 (varies by district)
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Avanishsree VP 11 June,2025
Hello there,
If you need to regenerate or correct your name for the NTSE (National Talent Search Examination), here's what you can do:
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Check Your Application: Review the application form you submitted for NTSE. If there was a mistake or if your name was entered incorrectly, you might be able to correct it.
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Contact the Organizing Body: Reach out to the State Liaison Officer (SLO) or the NTSE organizing body in your region. They will be able to guide you on how to fix the name issue. You may need to submit supporting documents (like your ID proof or school certificate) to verify the correct spelling of your name.
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Request a Correction: Some states allow you to request corrections through their official portal or by submitting a formal request. Contact the relevant authority via email or helpline and ask for clarification on how to proceed with name correction.
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Documents Needed: Have documents like your birth certificate, school ID, or any other official document with the correct name ready for submission, if needed.
- Check the Official Website: Keep checking the official NTSE website or the State-level website for updates on how to make corrections, as the process might vary depending on the region.
Make sure to act quickly so that the error is corrected before the exam date.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.
kumardurgesh1802 30 November,2024
Hi
The NTSE (National Talent Search Examination) for Bihar is organised by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) .
Here's key details for the NTSE Bihar Stage 1 Exam for 2024 :
Important Dates
Application Form Release : November 2024
Last Date for Application Submission : December 2024
Exam Date : January 2024
Admit Card Release : January 2024
Result Announcement : March 2024
Eligibility Criteria
Students in Class 10 are eligible to apply .
Candidates must be studying in recognised schools in Bihar .
Qualifying Marks
General and OBC : More than 40% in each paper.
SC/ST : More than 32% in each paper.
Exam Pattern
Duration : 120 minutes
Types of Tests :
Mental Ability Test : 100 questions (100 marks)
Scholastic Aptitude Test : 100 questions (100 marks)
Negative Marking : None
Application Fees
General and OBC : Rs150
SC/ST and Disabled Categories: Rs75
Expected Cutoff Marks (Stage 1)
General : 150-160
OBC : 120-130
SC : 130-140
ST : 125-135
General : 110-120
Additional Information
Candidates must register and fill out the application form online on the SCERT Bihar website . admit card must be printed and presented on the exam day .
Hope this helps you .
All the best
Mitali Sharma 30 October,2024
Verify Your Eligibility
Check to see if you fulfil the requirements to take the NTSE:
You have to be enrolled in Class 10.
In your Class 9 exams, you ought to have received at least 60% of the possible points (may vary by state).
2. Obtain the Form of Application:
Not online: The NTSE application forms are usually available at your school, or you can get them from the state liaison officer.
Online: The official website of your state's education department may have the NTSE forms in certain states. Visit the appropriate state website.
3. Complete the online application:
Please carefully fill out the following information on the form:
Details about the individual: name, birthdate, category (General, SC, ST, Other), etc.
Details about the school: Name, address, and information on classes.
Academic information: Class 9 grades, etc.
Juee 22 September,2024
Hello aspirant,
The NTSE Bihar 2024 application form will be made available on the official websites, scert.bihar.gov and bihar-nts-nmmss.in, by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) Bihar. For the NTSE Bihar 2024, students in Class 10 are eligible to apply.
For more information, please visit the following link:
Thank you
Sajal Trivedi 11 September,2024
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