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NTSE West Bengal 2023 - Eligibility, Application, syllabus

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.

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.

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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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Step-2 Log in and fill the form

  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the date of NTSE Stage 1 result 2024?

The stage 1 result is released one or two months after the exam.

2. Is there any negative marking in the NTSE exam?

No there is no negative marking in the NTSE. 

3. When will the answer key for stage 1 be released?

The provisional answer key will be released a few days after the exam.

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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.


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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:

https://school.careers360.com/articles/ntse-bihar#:~:text=NTSE%20Bihar%202024%20%2D%20State%20Council,for%20the%20NTSE%20Bihar%202024.

Thank you

Hy,

Filling and submitting the NTSE (National Talent Search Examination) form for Class 10 involves several steps. Here’s a detailed guide to help you through the process:

Step-by-Step Guide to Fill and Submit the NTSE Form:

1. Obtain the Application Form

  • Online : Visit the official website of the state/UT SCERT (State Council of Educational Research and Training) or the NCERT website for the application form.
    • For some states, you can download the form directly from the SCERT website.
  • Offline : You can also collect the application form from your school, the District Education Officer, or the State Liaison Officer's office.

2. Read the Instructions Carefully

Before you start filling the form, make sure to go through the instructions carefully. Each state may have slight variations in the application process, so it’s important to understand all requirements.

3. Fill in the Details

Complete the form with accurate details. The typical information required includes:

  • Personal Details :

    • Name, gender, date of birth, and contact details.
    • Father’s/guardian’s name and their occupation.
    • Category (General, SC/ST/OBC, or others).
    • Disability status (if applicable).
  • Academic Information :

    • Class 9 and Class 10 marks (if available at the time of filling the form).
    • School’s name and address.
  • Examination Center :

    • Choose your preferred examination center from the list provided in the form.

4. Attach the Required Documents

Ensure that all necessary documents are attached with the form. These may include:

  • Attested copy of your Class 9 mark sheet .
  • Caste or category certificate (if you belong to a reserved category).
  • Disability certificate (if applicable).
  • Passport-size photograph (some states may ask for a photograph with your school principal’s signature).

5. Signature and Authentication

  • Signature : Sign the form where required. You may also need your parent’s or guardian’s signature.
  • School Principal’s Signature : In many cases, the school principal needs to authenticate the form by signing and stamping it. Make sure this is done before submission.

6. Pay the Application Fee

Some states charge an application fee for NTSE, while others don’t. If a fee is applicable, you can usually pay it through:

  • Demand Draft (DD) or
  • Bank Challan or
  • Online Payment via the state SCERT website.

The details of payment should be mentioned on the form.

7. Submit the Form

After completing the form and attaching the required documents, you have two submission options:

  • Submit to School : Many schools collect the forms and forward them to the State Liaison Officer (SCERT). Check if your school is doing so.
  • Submit Directly to State Liaison Officer : If your school isn’t involved, you will need to submit the form directly to the State Liaison Officer’s office. The address is usually provided in the form or on the official SCERT website.

8. Keep a Copy for Reference

Before submitting the form, make a copy for your records. This can be helpful for any future reference or queries related to your application.

9. Download Admit Card

Once your form is submitted successfully, the state SCERT will release the admit card for the NTSE Stage 1 exam. It will either be sent to your school or be available for download from the SCERT website.


Important Notes:

  • Deadlines : Be mindful of the last date for form submission, which varies by state. Check the exact date for your region on the SCERT or NCERT website.
  • Eligibility : Make sure you meet the eligibility criteria. You should be in Class 10 and have at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST) in Class 9.

By following these steps carefully, you should be able to fill and submit the NTSE form successfully.



Hello,

there has not been an announcement for the NTSE Tamil Nadu 2023-24 examination. It is recommended to regularly check the official NTSE website or contact the State Education Board of Tamil Nadu for the latest updates and announcements regarding the NTSE examination schedule.

Hope this helps you,

Thank you

Hello aspirant,

The NTSE Delhi registration form 2023 is made available by the Directorate of Education. The edudel.nic.in official website will host the NTSE Delhi 2023 form. The filled-out NTSE Delhi 2023 application form and admit card must be submitted by students to the head of the school after downloading the documents.

To get complete syllabus, please visit the following link.

https://school.careers360.com/articles/ntse-delhi

Thank you

Hope this information helps you.

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