- Written by Sankhanil Sengupta
- Last Modified on 25-01-2023
Exam Brief
The National Talent Search Exam (NTSE) was formerly known as the NSTSS (National Science Talent Search Scheme). It is a national-level scholarship examination that identifies and improves students’ skills, logical reasoning, and mental ability.
Every year, the NTSE (National Talent Search Examination) is held for class 10 students in two stages: Stage-I (State-Level) and Stage-II (National-Level). The Stage-I exam is a state-level examination administered by all Indian states and UTs. The National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT) administers the Stage-II exam, a national-level exam. Only students who pass the NTSE Stage-I exam will be eligible to take the Stage II exam. If a candidate wishes to be considered for the scholarship, they must pass both exams. The top 2,000 students will be selected and will receive monthly scholarships.
Brochure
Candidates can visit the link below to look at the brochure for the NTSE exam:
Brochure Link
Exam Summary
The National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) assesses students’ knowledge in subjects such as Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Mental Ability. This program is open to all students in class X who received 60% or higher in class IX at any recognised school. Students pursuing admission in the Science and Social Science streams are eligible for scholarships up to the Doctorate level.
In contrast, students pursuing professional courses are eligible for scholarships up to the postgraduate level. Rajasthan NTSE 2021 Stage-I has been postponed due to administrative reasons. Previously, this exam was scheduled for January 16, 2022. The new Rajasthan NTSE 2021 exam date will be announced later. The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education administers the first level of the National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) for students in class X. NCERT, on the other hand, will hold the NTSE Stage-II examination on June 12, 2022.
Particulars |
Details |
Name of the Scholarship |
National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) |
Exam Name |
NTSE Rajasthan Stage-I |
State |
Rajasthan |
Organisation |
National Council of Educational and Research Training (NCERT) |
State Department |
Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (BSER) |
Examination Level |
Stage-I: State-level Stage-II: National-level |
Exam Duration |
MAT: 2 hours SAT: 2 hours |
Frequency |
Once in a year |
Mode of Application |
Both Online & Offline |
Mode of Exam |
Offline-Pen and paper-based |
Question Type |
Objective Type Questions |
Eligibility |
The student should be pursuing class X and be below 18 years of age. |
Language |
Stage-I: English or any regional language as opted by the candidate. Stage-II: English or Hindi |
Benefits |
Financial aid of Rs. 1250/- per month |
Stage-I Exam Date |
To be Notified |
Publication of Result |
To be Notified |
Stage-II Exam Date |
June 12, 2022 |
Official Website Link
https://rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in/
Embibe Notice Board/Notification
Latest Update
The Rajasthan NTSE 2021 application forms have been made available on the official website. Interested candidates can fill out the forms online. They can access the application form via the link provided below.
The Rajasthan NTSE schedule for 2021-2022 is provided below.
Rajasthan NTSE Events |
Important Dates |
Start of applications |
November 29, 2021 |
Last date to submit the application form without late fee |
December 8, 2021 |
Last date to deposit fee in the bank through challan without late fee |
December 10, 2021 |
Last date to submit the application form with late fee |
December 14, 2021 |
Last date to deposit fee in the bank through challan with late fee |
December 14, 2021 |
Last date to send hard copy of application form, filled in bank challan & candidate’s list |
December 20, 2021 |
Release of the Admit Card Online |
15 days before the exam |
NTSE Rajasthan Stage-I 2021-22 Exam Date |
January 16, 2022 (Postponed) |
NTSE Rajasthan Stage-I Exam Date |
To be announced |
NTSE Stage-II Exam Date |
June 12, 2022 |
NTSE Stage-II Result Date |
September 2022 |
Trending News
The National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) 2022 will be held in the offline mode, i.e. on paper, for both levels, namely the State level examination (stage-I) and the National level examination (stage-II). The NTSE Stage-I exam 2022 was initially scheduled for January 16, 2022, but it was rescheduled for administrative reasons. The NCERT scholarship exam consists of two papers: Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).
Both the MAT and SAT papers for the NTSE 2022 are given on the same day, but in two different shifts: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for MAT and 01:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for SAT. Only designated exam centres will be used to administer the exams. Candidates must show up for the exam with a valid admit card issued by the exam conducting authority.
Selection Process
The NTSE 2021-22 exam is divided into two parts.
- Stage-I is carried out at the state/UT level by the relevant state/UT authorities
- Stage-II by the National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT).
- The question paper is divided into two parts: MAT and SAT.
According to the NTSE exam pattern 2021-22, the stage-I examination can be taken in either Hindi or English. Every correct answer is worth one mark. There is no negative marking for incorrect or unattempted ones.
- Only candidates who pass both papers independently will be considered for merit. The awardees will be chosen based on their MAT and SAT scores combined.
Stages of Exam
The NTSE is divided into two stages:
As the exam is offered in Hindi and English, students are given the option of choosing their language.
The paper is divided into two parts:
- Mental Ability Test (MAT)
- Scholastic Ability Test (SAT)
The following is the NTSE 2021 exam pattern for both stages:
Part 1- Mental Ability Test (MAT)
- The MAT consists of questions that require analytical and logical reasoning.
- The Mental Ability Test assesses the candidate’s reasoning, thinking ability, evaluation ability, discrimination ability, and visualisation.
- Total number of questions: 100
- Test duration for MAT: 120 minutes
Part 2- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
- The SAT section includes 100 questions from Science (40), Social Science (40), and Mathematics (20).
- The section assesses the candidate’s reading comprehension, interpretation, evaluation, and general knowledge of the subjects.
- Test duration for SAT: 120 minutes
- The level of questions will be similar to a class ten or equivalent exam.
Exam pattern details - Scoring pattern (+/- Marking)
NCERT uses a specific marking scheme to shortlist the eligible candidates.
- One mark is added to the total score for each correct answer.
- There will be no negative marking if you choose the incorrect answer.
- There will be no deduction of marks for unattempted questions.
To get good grades in the NTSE examination, students must mark as many correct answers as possible. Only those who meet the minimum cut-off marks will be eligible for the scholarship.
Note that only students who pass both papers separately will be considered for merit. The awardees will be chosen based on the total number of marks scored in the MAT and SAT sections.
NTSE Stage-I Rajasthan Exam Pattern Details – Numbers of Questions Subject Wise
The NTSE Stage-I Rajasthan exam pattern was objective, with a pen-and-paper format.
Section |
Subjects |
Number of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
Paper 1- MAT (Mental Ability Test) |
Aptitude Test |
100 |
100 |
120 Mins (150 Mins for Visually Challenged candidates) |
Paper 2- SAT (Scholastic Ability Test) |
Science, Social Science, Mathematics |
100 |
100 (Science – 40, Social Science – 40, Mathematics – 20) |
120 Mins (150 Mins for Visually Challenged candidates) |
The overall difficulty level of the questions is given below:
Level of Difficulty |
MAT |
SAT |
Total |
Physics |
Chemistry |
Biology |
Maths |
Social Science |
Easy |
70 |
10 |
8 |
9 |
17 |
24 |
68 |
Average |
21 |
3 |
3 |
4 |
2 |
10 |
22 |
Difficult |
9 |
0 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
10 |
Exam pattern details - Total time
NTSE Stage-I consists of two papers: MAT and SAT. Each has 100 questions for 100 marks, with a time limit of 2 hours or 120 minutes.
Exam Calendar
The NTSE Stage-I exam 2022 was initially scheduled for January 16, 2022, but it has been rescheduled for administrative reasons.
Exam Syllabus
The syllabus covers all of the fundamentals of 9th and 10th grades. Hence, to prepare for the NTSE, it is recommended that students follow the syllabus of the Rajasthan state board or CBSE for classes 9th and 10th.
NTSE Syllabus for Mental Ability Test (MAT)
The MAT assesses students’ logical reasoning and analytical skills. Students must have conceptual knowledge to solve the problems, and practice in Mathematics is essential for higher scores.
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy |
Puzzle Test |
Alphabet Test |
Classification |
Logical Venn diagrams |
Blood Relations |
Series |
Logical sequence of words |
Verification of truth of the statement |
Coding-Decoding |
Problems on clocks |
Analytical reasoning |
Direction Sense Test |
Series completion test |
Arithmetical reasoning test |
Mathematical operations |
Inserting a missing character |
Tests |
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Classification |
Series |
Analogy |
Transparent paper folding |
Embedded figure |
Dot fixing situation |
Analytical Reasoning |
Water images |
Problems on cubes and dice |
Incomplete Figures |
Folding Paper Cutting |
|
NTSE Syllabus For Scholastic Ability Test (SAT)
The SAT is divided into two sections:
- Language Test
- Science, Social Science, and Maths
The SAT basically assesses students’ academic knowledge, reading skills, and application skills. The detailed syllabus for each of the SAT sections is listed below:
NTSE Syllabus For Language Test
Antonyms and Synonyms |
Basic Rules of Grammar |
Sentence Completion |
Filling the Gaps |
Comprehension Reading |
Rearrangement of Jumbled Words |
One Word Substitution |
Paragraph Completion |
NTSE SAT Syllabus For Science, Social Science & Mathematics
This section consists of three subjects:
- Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Social Science (History, Geography, Civics)
- Mathematics
The following is the syllabus for each of these subjects.
NTSE Science Syllabus
NTSE SAT Science Syllabus are given in the table below:
Physics Syllabus |
Chemistry Syllabus |
Biology Syllabus |
Magnetism and Electricity |
Acid, Bases, Salt |
Air, Water, Soil |
Measurements |
Periodic Classification of Elements |
Micro-organisms |
Motion and Force |
Metals and Non-Metals |
Reproduction |
Work and Energy |
Structure of Atom |
Life Processes |
Light and Sound |
Physical and Chemical Changes |
Heredity and Evolution |
The Universe |
Carbon and its Compounds |
Food Production and Management |
Source of Energy |
Fibres and Plastics |
Diversity in Living Organisms |
– |
– |
Plant and Animal Nutrition & Human Body |
– |
– |
Cellular Level of Organisation |
– |
– |
Some Common Diseases & Our Environment |
NTSE Syllabus For Social Science
NTSE SAT Social Science Syllabus is given in the table below:
History Syllabus |
Geography Syllabus |
Civics Syllabus |
French Revolution |
Water Resources |
Indian Constitution |
Industrial Revolution |
Biosphere |
Local and State Government |
British Raj |
Atmosphere |
Judiciary |
Mughal Empire |
Agriculture |
Indian Government |
Maurya Empire |
Resources and Development |
– |
Early Medieval Period |
Diversity and Livelihood |
– |
Medieval Architecture and Culture |
Internal Structure of the Earth and Rocks |
– |
Indiandom Struggle |
Maps and Globe |
– |
Early States |
Natural Vegetation |
– |
Indus Valley Civilisation |
Our Country – India |
– |
Jainism and Buddhism |
India and its Neighbors |
– |
Conquerors from Distant Lands |
Motion of the Earth |
– |
Popular Movements and Social Reforms |
Climate – India and World |
– |
Nationalism in Various Countries |
Indian Physiographic Division |
– |
Introduction and Sources of Ancient Indian History |
Drainage in India |
– |
Vedic Period |
Solar System |
– |
World War I and II |
Major Domains and landforms |
– |
New Empires and Kingdoms |
Population |
– |
World History |
– |
– |
UN and International Agencies |
– |
– |
NTSE Syllabus For Mathematics
NTSE SAT Mathematics Syllabus are given in the table below:
Arithmetic Progressions |
Number Systems |
Polynomials |
Real Numbers |
Quadratic Equations |
Rational Numbers |
Square Roots and Cube Roots |
Direct and Inverse Variation |
Mensuration |
Percentage |
Surface Areas and Volumes |
Trigonometry |
Circles |
Simple and Compound Interest |
Triangles |
Arithmetic |
Coordinate Geometry |
Linear Equations in Two Variables |
Introduction to Euclid’s Geometry |
Statistics and Probability |
Quadrilateral |
Parallelogram |
Exam Blueprint
The NTSE Stage-I Rajasthan Exam is an objective type test with a paper-pen format.
Test |
Number of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
MAT |
100 Questions |
100 Marks |
120 minutes |
SAT- Maths, Science, Social Sciences |
100 Questions |
100 Marks |
120 minutes |
Analysis of Difficulty Levels: Number of Questions
Subject |
Easy |
Medium |
Difficult |
Total |
Number of Questions |
Total Marks |
Number of Questions |
Total Marks |
Number of Questions |
Total Marks |
Number of Questions |
Total Marks |
Mental Ability |
58 |
58 |
34 |
34 |
8 |
8 |
100 |
100 |
Mathematics |
17 |
17 |
3 |
3 |
|
0 |
20 |
20 |
Biology |
9 |
9 |
4 |
4 |
1 |
1 |
14 |
14 |
Chemistry |
7 |
7 |
4 |
4 |
2 |
2 |
13 |
13 |
Physics |
10 |
10 |
3 |
3 |
|
0 |
13 |
13 |
Social Science |
12 |
12 |
17 |
17 |
11 |
11 |
40 |
40 |
Grand Total |
113 |
113 |
65 |
65 |
22 |
22 |
200 |
200 |
Study Plan to Maximise Score
Preparation Tips
- A strenuous study should be avoided.
Last-minute NTSE preparation should include intensive revision of NCERT books. Students should not fall behind when it comes to learning new things or things that aren’t as important. They should concentrate on revising their brief notes.
- Stay calm and relaxed.
Students should take adequate rest or breaks between their long NTSE Stage 1 and Stage 2 study hours. This could include taking a power nap or doing something else that relaxes them. It is recommended that you sleep for at least 7-8 hours per day to retain your learned concepts.
- Maintain a healthy and balanced diet.
During the NTSE exam preparation period, students should avoid consuming junk food. Students must include healthy and easily digestible foods in the diet.
- Exquisite planning is required.
Before beginning anything, planning is required. It also applies to NTSE. A student must create a timetable to revise the entire syllabus in the number of days available. Planning should be done to complete the revision before the NTSE exam.
- Identity through self-analysis.
Students should attempt mock tests during the NTSE exam preparation. The importance of analysing performance after each NTSE exam mock test cannot be overstated. This will allow a student to identify the errors made and the reasons. They will also become aware of the not attempted questions and the reason. Students must work on all of the identified causes to eliminate the shortcoming in the next mock test and see any improvement.
Exam Taking Strategy
Before beginning NTSE Stage-I preparation, students must thoroughly understand the exam pattern as explained by the conducting body. Following that, they should sit down and create a systematic plan for exam preparation. Here are some useful NTSE exam-taking strategies:
- Comprehend the syllabus: Knowledge of the NTSE syllabus and exam pattern is beneficial at every stage, from developing an effective study plan to developing strategies to perform well in the examination hall. Before making your schedule, you should review the exam syllabus.
- Syllabus for the NTSE 2020: The NTSE 2020 syllabus will be based on the NCERT 10th curriculum. Students can cover the majority of the syllabus by reading the NCERT books. They can use online learning resources such as live online classes and recorded video lectures for topics they find difficult to understand.
NTSE question papers cover topics from Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English, General Knowledge, and Mental Ability.
- Examine the NTSE 2020 Exam Pattern: The NTSE is a state-level exam with two sections:
1. Mental Ability Test (MAT)
2. Scholastic Ability Test (SAT)
The paper that was administered offline consisted of an objective type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each correct answer carries one mark. Students from the general category must score 40% of the total marks to pass the exam, while students from the reserved categories must receive only 32% of the total marks.
- Recognise your strengths and weaknesses: Knowing your strengths and weaknesses allows you to concentrate on the things that matter. If you are aware of your flaws, you can seek solutions. For example, if you don’t understand a topic from books, you can supplement your preparation by watching videos.
- Study at home: You can’t afford to waste time on the daily commute now that the NTSE exam is only a few days away. This is the time to look into self-study or online test preparation options. Practice tests assist you in preparing for the exam quickly and effectively.
- Take practice tests: Taking as many as mock tests, practise tests, and previous year papers as possible is one of the best ways to check your progress and your level in comparison to other students. It will also assist you in analysing your performance and looking for ways to improve to achieve a high score on the final exam.
- Regularly revise: The key to success is revision. You should revise your syllabus regularly and solve sample papers to determine how much you know.
- Get answers to your questions: Entering the exam room with doubts in your mind will only harm your performance. So, whether you are taking NTSE coaching or not, make sure you clear any doubts. If you have chosen self-study, you can ask questions by downloading a mobile app.
- Work on previous year’s papers: This will assist you in comprehending the exam pattern and the types of questions asked. Based on this, you can devise techniques and strategies to attempt as many questions as possible in the time allotted to complete the test.
- Look after your health: Having less time for NTSE 2022 preparation does not imply that you will neglect your health. Even if you have to study for a few extra hours, you must eat healthy foods and get enough sleep. What you eat and how much sleep you get directly impact how well you perform on the final exam. As a result, when preparing for the NTSE, pay equal attention to your health.
Detailed Study plan
The NTSE exam detailed study plan is given below:
- In MAT, make sure you cover “All types of questions” in non-verbal and verbal. Purchase a standard book (preferably a comprehensive one) and stick to it. Please do not nudge between books. Students should focus on relatively simple topics to complete the MAT syllabus. Water and mirror images, Venn diagrams, and syllogisms are all simple topics. Students can then answer questions based on blood relations, direction tests, and ranking tests. Following that, questions can be attempted based on number series, an analogy based on numbers, and classification. Students should practise completing the MAT paper twice. This will assist them in developing an understanding of the questions and the level of difficulty of the paper.
Students must use NCERT books to study.
- Take care of the tricky parts. There were a few questions from a relatively unknown topic called “Sequential Output Tracing” at the time. As a result, knowing all of the different types of questions asked in the exam is beneficial.
- Begin with simple math books such as RD Sharma/RS Aggarwal. Completely master them. The majority of states take stage-I questions directly from these books.
- Cover topics that are not part of the CBSE curriculum but are part of the state curriculum.
- Science necessitates a high level of interest on the reader’s part for the concepts to be properly assimilated. Solve previous year’s question papers and master your state syllabus to get a sense of the level of the questions.
- Read up on some of the important chapters, such as light/motion in physics, basic chemistry (stoichiometry, acids, bases, salts, and so on), and life processes in biology.
- The best strategy for Social would be to cover as many topics as possible because questions from this section are not twisted at all. Revise the “MOST IMPORTANT TOPICS,” from which most of the questions were drawn the previous year.
- Make legible notes that can be used for effective last-minute revision.
Recommended Chapters
The important topics on which questions will be asked in the exams are given below:
Sections |
Important Topics |
NTSE MAT Syllabus |
- Blood Relations
- Coding-Decoding
- Venn Diagrams
- Distance and Direction
- Ranking and Arrangements
- Word Problems
|
NTSE Science Syllabus |
- Reproduction
- Measurements
- Carbon & Compounds
- Motion
- Force
- Work & Energy
- Source of Energy
- Acid
- Base & Salt
- Meta & Non-Metals
|
NTSE Social Science Syllabus |
- French Revolutions
- Indiandom Struggle
- Indus Valley Civilisation
- World War I and II
- Maps & Globe
- Natural Vegetation
- Climate
- Solar System
- Indian Constitution
- Indian Government
- Judiciary
|
NTSE Mathematics Syllabus |
- Number Systems
- Arithmetic Progressions
- Quadratic Equations
- Square Roots
- Surface Areas
- Percentage
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Triangle
- Linear Equations
|
Student Counselling
Candidates of Indian nationality studying in class 10 in India or abroad are eligible to take the NTSE. They will receive a scholarship to further their education in India at the secondary, undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
There are a total of 1000 scholarships available through this program. The amount of scholarship money given to students varies depending on their class. Students in classes 11 and 12 are eligible for a monthly scholarship of INR 1,250. For UG/PG studies, a scholarship of INR 2,000 per month is available. The amount of the scholarship for PhD studies is determined by UGC guidelines. In 2019, the total number of scholarships awarded increased to 2,000. The NTSE examination offers numerous advantages that will assist you in shaping your future career. The NTSE serves as a gateway to many of the best institutions in the country and abroad. The NTSE provides students with numerous benefits that will benefit them throughout their lives. It increases their confidence and aids them in future job aspects when applying to a company.
Exam Notification Date
Events |
Rajasthan NTSE Dates |
Start of applications |
November 29, 2021 |
Last date to submit forms without late fees |
December 8, 2021 |
Last date to submit form with late fees |
December 14, 2021 |
Release of the Admit Card Online |
15 days before the exam |
NTSE Rajasthan 2021-22 Exam Date |
January 16, 2022 (Postponed) |
NTSE Rajasthan cutoff release date |
To Be Announced |
Declaration of Rajasthan NTSE Result |
To Be Announced |
Stage-I admit card |
May 2022 |
NTSE Stage-II Exam Date |
June 12, 2022 |
Stage-II Result Date |
September 2022 |
Application Form Filling - Start & End Date
- Application form filling started on November 29, 2021.
- The last date to submit a form without late fees was on December 8, 2021.
- Last date to submit a form with late fees was on December 14, 2021.
Admit Card Date
To be notified 15 days before the exam.
Exam Date
Initially, it was on January 16, 2022, but has been postponed due to administrative reasons.
Result Date
The result date will be announced on the official website of Rajasthan.
Dos and Donts of Form Filling
Dos
- Before beginning the application, go throughthe eligibility criteria and the guidance notes.
- All of the information provided by the applicant on the NTSE application form 2022 must be correct.
- Fill in the details using only uppercase letters.
- Fill the details with legible handwriting.
- It is recommended that candidates submit their application forms at least 4-5 days before the deadline.
Don’ts
- Make no scribbles or corrections to the form.
- Don’t send any incomplete applications.
- Don’t leave any sections blank.
- Filling out false information is not permitted.
- Don’t miss to keep a copy for future reference.
NTSE Application Form 2022- Important Information
- States/UTs will make the NTSE 2022 application form available in an online format. It is also available with the state liaison officer.
- The application for NTSE 2022 is a one-step process. Candidates are not required to apply for the stage-II exam.
- Along with the form, the NTSE 2022 application fee must be deposited.
How to Fill Out the NTSE Stage-I Rajasthan 2022 Application Form?
After downloading the application form from the official website, candidates can fill it out offline. They can also obtain their application forms from the Liaison officer’s office.
After filling out all of the information on the application form, candidates can post it to the State Liaison officer’s address. Candidates can also submit an application form by visiting the Liaison officer’s office. Candidates can obtain, fill out, and submit the NTSE application form online or offline by following the steps outlined below:
Step 1: Download the Registration and Application Form Download
- Visit the official website of RBSE.
- Click on the online application for NTSE.
- Fill in your name, date of birth, mobile number, email address, educational qualification, etc.
- After entering all of your information, click the ‘submit’ button.
- The NTSE application form can be downloaded here.
Step 2: Fill out the NTSE Application Form
Candidates must fill out the application form in their handwriting with the following information: basic information, category, address, educational information, and so on. Candidates must include a photograph and their signature in the space provided.
Step 3: Candidates must have their Principal attest to the NTSE 2022 application form.
Step 4: The state/union territory application fee must be paid.
Step 5: Candidates can submit their application forms to the liaison office by post or by visiting the liaison officer’s office. The address of the Rajasthan liaison office is given below:
- Mr. Rajendra Kumar Saxena
Assistant Director Exam,
Board of Secondary Education,
Ajmer, Rajasthan-305001
- Ph: 0145-2632877
- Email: [email protected]
Note: Before submitting the application form, applicants must carefully fill out all of the information and double-check it. After submission, no changes can be made.
Details can be found on the NTSE 2022 Application Form
The information candidates must provide on the application form are listed below:
Category |
Information |
Name |
Without prefix or suffix just write the name as in the birth certificate |
Photo |
Affix a self-attested passport size photograph. |
Father’s name |
Complete name without any prefix of Mr/Dr./Prof. |
Mother’s name |
Complete name without any prefix. |
Sex |
Tick the option applicable: Male or Female |
Area of residence |
Tick the option applicable: Rural or Urban |
Caste/ Category details |
Tick the option: General or SC or ST |
Disability status |
If you are suffering from any disability, tick one or more options as applicable: Orthopedic or Hearing or Visually Impaired or None |
Postal address |
Complete address along with details of the street, state, city, etc. |
Name of school |
Complete school address with details of the street, state, city, pin code, etc. |
Type of school studying in class 10 |
Select the option applicable: Govt or Local body or Private or Private unaided |
Area of school |
Tick the option suitable Rural or Urban |
The medium of examination (S) |
Select options applicable (use code as applicable) At the state level or the NCERT level |
Father’s education |
Details of the highest level of education (use code as applicable) |
Father’s occupation |
Occupation in which sector (use code as applicable) |
Mother’s education |
Details of the highest level of education (use code as applicable) |
Mother’s education |
Occupation in which sector (use code as applicable) |
Number of family members living in the house |
Number representation eg.: 5, 3,2, etc. |
No. of brother (s) |
Total number of brothers excluding yourself (use code as applicable) |
No. of sister (s) |
Total number of sisters excluding yourself |
At what no. is the candidate among his/her brothers and sisters |
Put 1, 2, 3, 4, etc according to the order of age, among siblings. |
Parental income |
Tick the option as applicable: Up to 50,000 or 50,000- 1 lakh or 1 lakh- 2lakh or 2lakh- 5, lakh or More than 5 lakhs |
Telephone number |
Landline number with std code details |
Phone |
11-digit mobile number of yourself or your parent’s. The number must be working |
Email address |
A valid email address |
Mobile number |
A function 11-digit mobile number. It is important to fill this field. |
Rajasthan NTSE 2021-22 Application Fee
Students must pay the application fee via ICICI bank’s online net banking or submit an online generated challan form to the Baroda Gramin bank before the deadline.
Category |
Without Late Fee |
With Late Fee |
General |
Rs. 300/- |
Rs. 350/- |
SC/ST/PwD |
Rs. 200/- |
Rs. 250/- |
Instructions for Photographs
The following is a list of instructions for photographs that candidates must have on hand when filling out the application form.
- A colour photograph no more than six months old from the date of form submission.
- A dark background
- There are no goggles, only simple spectacles.
- There was no makeup in the photograph taken for the form.
- Hair must be tied properly.
- The photograph must be taken while wearing the school uniform.
- Indian nationals are not required to submit any documents with their application form.
- Students of Indian origin studying in class 10 from outside India must provide proof of Indian citizenship.
Candidates who have successfully applied will take Stage-1 of the NTSE exam. Each candidate will receive an NTSE admit card from their respective states.
Age Criteria
The NCERT has set an age limit for students who wish to take the exam. Candidates should be under the age of 18 (as of July 1, 2020).
NTSE Stage-I Rajasthan Exam Eligibility Criteria
The National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) is a national level examination that also serves as a scholarship programme. NCERT administers the scholarship programme, and students in class X are eligible for the NTSE 2020 examination and selection process.
Eligibility for Indian Students
According to the NTSE eligibility criteria, all students in the 10th standard are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
- This examination is open to students from any state in the country.
- A student is eligible whether they attend a government or private school.
- Students in class 10 must have an aggregate of 55% in their class 9 English, Hindi, Science, Social Science, and Sanskrit or third language subjects to be eligible for this exam.
- The reserved category must receive at least 50% of the available marks.
- Regular students are the only ones who can apply for NTSE Rajasthan stage-I.
Eligibility for Indian Students Studying Abroad
- Indian students in class X or equivalent studying abroad can write stage 2 (second level examination) directly and are exempt from stage 1 examination.
- The candidate must have received a 60% or higher score on the previous year’s annual examination.
- The candidate must take the test at a centre in India.
- Candidates must request through the Head of the Institution where they are enrolled, along with an attested copy of their class IX mark sheet. The Head, Department of Educational Survey Division, NCERT, New Delhi, the request must be received by December 31st of the relevant year.
- The selected candidate will only receive the scholarship if they decide to study in India.
Education Qualification
Students appearing for the class 10 Rajasthan board exam can take this test.
Number of Attempts
Only one attempt. Students appearing for the 10th exam for the first time can take up the NTSE test.
Language Proficiency
English and Hindi question papers are available for the test. Students are expected to have proficiency in one of these languages.
Admit Card Release Date
Rajasthan NTSE 2021-2022 admit cards will be available on the official website. Candidates can download the admit card by entering the required information on the Rajasthan official website or the direct link provided below. The admit card is the most important document to have with you during the exam. It will include the candidate’s name, roll number, and exam centre details.
How to Download NTSE Admit Card 2022 Stage-I?
The NTSE 2022 exam is administered by the Directorate of Government Examinations/SCERTs. As a result, the exam authority makes the NTSE stage-I admit cards available. To download the online NTSE Stage-I admit card 2022, follow the steps outlined below:
Step 1: Follow the links in the table below to the official website of the respective state’s SCERT/Education Department.
Step 2: Click on the NTSE section’s direct link on the home page, and then, click on the admit card or hall ticket link.
Step 3: To download the NTSE admit card 2022, enter your school code/application number and password.
Step 4: The NTSE 2022 admit card will be displayed and downloaded.
Students must double-check all information on their NTSE admit card 2022. If a student is unable to download their hall ticket, they should directly notify the Rajasthan Liaison officer.
Documents Required with NTSE Admit Card 2022
At the exam hall, students must bring one of the following documents along with their NTSE 2022 admit card. Students who do not have their NTSE 2022 admit card will not be permitted to enter the examination hall.
- Aadhar card
- Identity card for the school
Important Points to Consider NTSE Admit Card 2022
- Students can get their NTSE 2022 hall tickets from their schools. The NTSE 2022 admit card is also mailed to schools by the concerned state’s State Liaison Officer.
- They can also print the online NTSE admit card 2022, download admit card at least 02-03 days before the exam to avoid the last-minute rush.
- Only students whose names have been recommended by the state/UT will be issued NTSE admit cards in 2022.
- Only stage-I qualifiers will be able to view and download their NTSE admit card 2022 Stage 2 online.
- Make an effort not to mutilate or write anything on your NTSE admit card 2022.
- Avoid mutilating or writing anything on the NTSE admit card 2022.
- In case of emergency, keep a few extra printed copies of the NTSE hall ticket 2022 on hand.
- Follow the Invigilator’s instructions and write them on the NTSE admit card whenever asked.
Details printed on the NTSE Admit Card 2022
The common details that students will find on their NTSE 2022 admit card are:
- Student name
- Category
- State/UT
- Roll number
- Exam date
- Duration
- Centre
- Instructions
NTSE Admit Card 2022 Discrepancy
It is necessary to double-check the information on the NTSE admit card 2022. In the event of a discrepancy, contact the Rajasthan liaison officer or the appropriate person at the respective school as soon as possible to have it corrected.
Students can contact NCERT officials with any discrepancy or question to have it resolved. Students can reach out to 011-26560464 or 011-26592207, or they can send an email to [email protected].
List of Exam Centres
The examination will be held at the board’s all-district headquarters. The list of exam centres is given in the below table.
Ajmer |
Dausa |
Pratapgarh |
Alwar |
Dholpur |
Rajsamand |
Barmer |
Hanumangarh |
Sawai Madhopur |
Banswara |
Jaipur |
Sri Ganganagar |
Baran |
Jalore |
Sikar Jhalawar |
Bundi |
Jhalawar |
Jaisalmer |
Bikaner |
Jhunjhunu |
Jodhpur |
Bharatpur |
Karauli |
Sirohi |
Bhilwara |
Kota |
Sri Ganganagar |
Chittorgarh |
Nagaur |
Tonk |
Churu |
Pali |
Udaipur |
Expected Cut-off
The expected NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022 is determined by studying the patterns of previous year cut-offs. The Board will release the NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022 alongside the NTSE Rajasthan result 2022. The anticipated NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022 is based on the previous year’s cut-off scores and should only be used as a guideline:
Category |
Cut-off Marks |
General |
175-185 |
OBC |
160-170 |
ST |
145-155 |
SC |
140-150 |
EWS |
120-130 |
PH |
770-80 |
NTSE Stage-I Rajasthan Cut-off
The Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (BSER) officials will release the NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022 in March 2022 tentatively. Students who took the NTSE Rajasthan Stage-I exam can find the NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022 at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in.
Factors Affecting the NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off 2022
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education is preparing the NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022. The authority will consider some predetermined factors when preparing the NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022. These parameters significantly impact the decrease or increase in cut-off marks. The following are some of the major factors that influence the NTSE Rajasthan cut-off 2022:
- The number of students who took the exam in total
- Level of difficulty
- Seats available in each category
- A candidate’s highest and lowest marks
Qualifying marks in NTSE Rajasthan Exam 2022
Category |
Qualifying Marks |
General |
40% |
OBC |
40% |
SC |
32% |
ST |
32% |
NTSE Reservation
Category |
Reservation |
Scheduled Caste |
15% |
Scheduled Tribe |
7.5% |
Person with Disability |
3% |
Previous Year Cut-off
BSER will publish the NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off 2022 online. Students who took the NTSE Exam can consult the answer key as well as the previous year’s cut-off marks. This will assist them in determining their chances of selection. The previous year’s NTSE cutoff for each category is listed below:
NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off 2021
Category |
Cut-off |
General |
180 |
OBC |
156 |
SC |
134 |
ST |
138 |
EWS |
114 |
PH |
72 |
NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off 2020
Category |
Cut-off Score |
General |
180 |
OBC |
162 |
ST |
149 |
SC |
142 |
EWS |
128 |
PH |
74 |
NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off 2019
Category |
Cut-off score |
General |
174 |
SC |
140 |
ST |
148 |
OBC |
151 |
PH |
82 |
NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off 2018, 2017, 2016
Category |
2017-18 |
2016-17 |
2015-16 |
General |
131 |
137 |
135 |
SC |
104 |
113 |
107 |
ST |
105 |
125 |
114 |
PH |
62 |
77 |
64 |
Actual Cut-off
The Board will release the NTSE Rajasthan actual cut-off 2022 alongside the NTSE Rajasthan result 2022. The cut-off scores will be updated here as soon as it is made available by the authorities.
Result Declaration
Rajasthan Board will announce the Rajasthan NTSE 2022 stage-I results in March/April 2022. The NTSE Rajasthan 2022 result pdf file will be available for students to download. The NTSE Rajasthan result contains information about qualified students. Rajasthan NTSE 2022 result stage-I will be available online at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in, the official website of the Rajasthan Board. The selected students’ roll numbers, MAT, and SAT scores are included in the NTSE Rajasthan Result 2022. Students who pass the NTSE stage-I exams in 2022 will take the stage-II exam.
Rajasthan NTSE Result Date 2022
Event |
Date |
NTSE Rajasthan 2021 Stage-I exam date |
To be notified |
Rajasthan NTSE Result Date |
To be notified |
NTSE 2021 Exam Date for Stage-II |
June 12, 2022 |
NTSE Result for Stage-II |
August 2022 |
How do I access the NTSE Rajasthan Result 2022 online?
Students can follow the steps below to check the online NTSE Stage 1 result for the Rajasthan Region.
Step 1: Visit the official website at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in or follow the link above (to be updated soon)
Step 2: Select ‘NTSE Rajasthan Result 2022’ from the drop-down menu.
Step 3: To view your name and scores, click on the appropriate category links.
Step 4: Save the result to your device for future reference.
NTSE Rajasthan 2022 Result – Details Available
The Rajasthan NTSE Result 2022 contains the following information for students:
- Roll Number
- Name of the Student
- Name of the School
- Name of the Father
- Rank
- MAT & SAT Scores
- NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off
- Total Marks
Cut-off Score
Rajasthan Board will release the cut-off scores along with the NTSE Rajasthan result 2022. Students can look at the previous year’s cut-off to determine the expected NTSE stage-I cut-off. The previous year’s cut-off marks are listed below:
NTSE Rajasthan Cut-off 2020
Category |
Cut-off Marks |
General |
180 |
OBC |
162 |
SC |
142 |
ST |
149 |
EWS |
128 |
PH |
74 |
NTSE Rajasthan 2018 Cut-off
Category |
Cut-off score |
General |
178 |
SC |
151 |
ST |
156 |
OBC |
161 |
PH |
94 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the purpose of the NTSE exam?
A. The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) administers the NTSE exam. It is a prestigious national-level exam that is only open to students in the tenth grade. The scholarships will be awarded to students who will successfully clear both Stage-I and Stage-II based on their performance in both stages. The selected students will be given financial aid of Rs. 1250/- per month.
Q2. What is the grading scheme for the NTSE 2022 paper?
A. The NTSE 2022 question paper’s marking scheme includes one mark for each correct answer, and there is no negative marking.
Q3. How do I apply for the NTSE scholarship?
A. Students must take the exam and pass it to be eligible for the scholarship.
Q4. What is the cost of the NTSE Stage-I exam?
A. While NCERT does not charge students any fees to conduct the NTSE Stage-II examinations, the states and union territories charge a minimum fee for the Stage-I examination, which is notified by SCERT and varies by state. There are a few states that offer the NTSE stage-I for.
Q5. Where can I obtain an application form for the NTSE Stage-I 2022 exam?
A. The NTSE 2022 Application Form will be available on NCERT’s official website. The application form can also be obtained from the state/UT liaison officer.
Q6. What are the advantages of NTSE?
A. Aside from receiving financial assistance throughout a student’s postdoctoral studies, passing the NTSE Exam is a source of prestige, pride, and honour for every student. It also gives students an advantage when applying to IITs or taking any government exam.
Q7. How many NTSE scholarships am I eligible for?
A. The purpose of the exam is to recognise talented students in the 10th grade. In this program, selected students are eligible only for one scholarship. Students who are named NTSE Scholars will receive the following stipend:
1. Students in classes 11 and 12: Rs 1250 per month
2. UG and PG students: Rs 2000 per month
3. PhD Students: As per UGC guidelines
Q8. What are the abbreviations for SAT and MAT?
A. The NTSE exam is divided into two parts, with the syllabus for NTSE 2022 divided into two parts: SAT and MAT. SAT is Scholastic Aptitude Test, and MAT is Mental Ability Test.
Q9. Where can I take the NTSE Stage-I examination?
A. Students take the NTSE 2021-22 exam at the designated NTSE exam centres.
Q10. How many scholarships are awarded through NTSE each year?
A. NTSE awards approximately 2000 scholarships each year. Only the final result will be used to award scholarships to candidates.
Dos and Donts
Q1. What is the purpose of the NTSE exam?
A. The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) administers the NTSE exam. It is a prestigious national-level exam that is only open to students in the tenth grade. The scholarships will be awarded to students who will successfully clear both Stage-I and Stage-II based on their performance in both stages. The selected students will be given financial aid of Rs. 1250/- per month.
Q2. What is the grading scheme for the NTSE 2022 paper?
A. The NTSE 2022 question paper’s marking scheme includes one mark for each correct answer, and there is no negative marking.
Q3. How do I apply for the NTSE scholarship?
A. Students must take the exam and pass it to be eligible for the scholarship.
Q4. What is the cost of the NTSE Stage-I exam?
A. While NCERT does not charge students any fees to conduct the NTSE Stage-II examinations, the states and union territories charge a minimum fee for the Stage-I examination, which is notified by SCERT and varies by state. There are a few states that offer the NTSE stage-I for.
Q5. Where can I obtain an application form for the NTSE Stage-I 2022 exam?
A. The NTSE 2022 Application Form will be available on NCERT’s official website. The application form can also be obtained from the state/UT liaison officer.
Q6. What are the advantages of NTSE?
A. Aside from receiving financial assistance throughout a student’s postdoctoral studies, passing the NTSE Exam is a source of prestige, pride, and honour for every student. It also gives students an advantage when applying to IITs or taking any government exam.
Q7. How many NTSE scholarships am I eligible for?
A. The purpose of the exam is to recognise talented students in the 10th grade. In this program, selected students are eligible only for one scholarship. Students who are named NTSE Scholars will receive the following stipend:
1. Students in classes 11 and 12: Rs 1250 per month
2. UG and PG students: Rs 2000 per month
3. PhD Students: As per UGC guidelines
Q8. What are the abbreviations for SAT and MAT?
A. The NTSE exam is divided into two parts, with the syllabus for NTSE 2022 divided into two parts: SAT and MAT. SAT is Scholastic Aptitude Test, and MAT is Mental Ability Test.
Q9. Where can I take the NTSE Stage-I examination?
A. Students take the NTSE 2021-22 exam at the designated NTSE exam centres.
Q10. How many scholarships are awarded through NTSE each year?
A. NTSE awards approximately 2000 scholarships each year. Only the final result will be used to award scholarships to candidates.
List of Parallel Exams
Olympiads at the National and International Levels are:
- Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY)
- Regional Maths Olympiads (RMO)
- National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE)
- Indian National Olympiad (INO)
- GeoGenius
- Silverzone Olympiads
- National Interactive Maths Olympiad (NIMO)
- National Biotechnology Olympiad (NBO)
- Assessment of Scholastic Skills Through Educational Testing (Asset)
- International Olympiad of English Language (iOEL)
- SmartKid General Knowledge Olympiad (SKGKO)
- International Social Studies Olympiad (iSSO)
List of Future Exam
Only those who pass the NTSE Stage-I Rajasthan exam will be eligible to sit for the Stage-II exam. It is a self-assessment and scholarship examination that puts your abilities to the test in the best way possible.
An NTSE scholar can pass a college's admission test and gain direct admission. Students have the opportunity to take the IIIT-H NOK exam because these exams have extra seats for NTSE and KVPY scholars. When applying for jobs, passing the scholarship exam gives you an advantage. An NTSE scholar prefers government jobs and is also useful when interviewing for various prestigious jobs.