NTSE Syllabus 2024: Students must note that the NTSE Stage 1 will include the questions from the complete syllabus of their education board. Now that the pandemic is over, all boards have decided to go back and cover the entire syllabus for every subject. The stage 1 exam of NTSE will be conducted on November 2 and 3, 2024 tentatively.
The syllabus of the National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) 2024 is broadly based on topics covered in Classes 9th and 10th. There are objective-type questions for both papers i.e. Mental Ability Test and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) on relevant topics.
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is based on questions from Social science, Science, and Mathematics subjects.
The MAT paper will be based on questions for verbal and non-verbal abilities such as reasoning and critical thinking. Also, the topics include analogy, classification, numerical series, pattern perception, hidden figure, etc.
NTSE question paper of Stages 1 & 2 is based on the CBSE Class 9th and 10th Syllabus. The topics to be covered for different subjects have been provided below.
NTSE Syllabus 2024: Mental Ability Test (MAT)
The MAT tests students’ logical reasoning and analytical skills. Students must understand the theory behind various concepts and then move on to solving problems.
| NTSE Syllabus for MAT |
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|---|---|
| Verbal and Non Verbal Analogy |
Verbal and Non-Verbal Series |
| Classification |
Coding-Decoding |
| Alphabet and Number Test |
Blood Relations |
| Distance and Direction |
Paper Cutting and Folding |
| Venn Diagrams |
Mathematical Operations |
| Calendar, Time and Clock |
Missing Characters |
| Embedded Figures |
Ranking and Arrangements |
| Word Problems |
Cube and Dice |
| Water and Mirror Images |
|
NTSE 2024 Syllabus for Scholastic Ability Test (SAT)
SAT includes questions from Science, Social science & Mathematics subjects. The section tests students’ for their academic knowledge, reading skills, application skills, etc. The detailed syllabus for each of the section of SAT are provided below:
NTSE Syllabus 2024 for Science, Social Science & Maths
This part covers Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology), Social Science (History, Geography, Civics) and Maths. The syllabus' for Science subjects are provided below:
| NTSE Syllabus for Science | |
|---|---|
| Physics |
Magnetism and Electricity |
| Motion and Force |
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| Measurements |
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| Work and Energy |
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| The Universe |
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| Light and Sound |
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| Source of Energy |
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| Chemistry |
Acid, Bases, Salt |
| Metals and Non-metals |
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| Periodic Classification of Elements |
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| Structure of Atom |
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| Carbon and its Compounds |
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| Physical and Chemical Changes |
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| Fibres and Plastics |
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| Biology |
Air |
| Soil |
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| Water |
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| Micro-organisms |
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| Life Processes |
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| Reproduction |
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| Heredity and Evolution |
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| Food Production and Management |
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| Plant and Animal Nutrition |
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| Diversity in Living Organisms |
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| Cellular Level of Organisation |
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| Human Body |
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| Some Common Diseases |
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| Our Environment |
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The table below provides the NTSE Social Science Syllabus:
| NTSE Syllabus for Social Science | |
|---|---|
| History |
French Revolution |
| Industrial Revolution |
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| Mughal Empire |
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| British Raj |
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| Maurya Empire |
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| Indian Freedom Struggle |
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| Medieval Architecture and Culture |
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| Early Medieval Period |
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| Early States |
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| Indus Valley Civilization |
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| Conquerors from Distant Lands |
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| Jainism and Buddhism |
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| Popular Movements and Social Reforms |
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| Nationalism in Various Countries |
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| Introduction and Sources of Ancient Indian History |
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| World War I and II |
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| Vedic Period |
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| New Empires and Kingdoms |
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| World History |
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| UN and International Agencies |
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| Geography |
Biosphere |
| Water Resources |
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| Atmosphere |
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| Agriculture |
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| Diversity and Livelihood |
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| Resources and Development |
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| Internal Structure of the Earth and Rocks |
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| Maps and Globe |
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| Natural Vegetation |
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| Our Country – India |
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| Motion of the Earth |
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| India and its Neighbors |
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| Climate – India and World |
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| Indian Physiographic Division |
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| Drainage in India |
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| Solar System |
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| Major Domains and landforms |
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| Population |
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| Civics |
Indian Constitution |
| Local and State Government |
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| Indian Government |
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| Judiciary |
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Given below is the NTSE 2024 Mathematics syllabus:
| NTSE Syllabus for Mathematics |
|
|---|---|
| Arithmetic Progressions |
Number Systems |
| Polynomials |
Real Numbers |
| Quadratic Equations |
Percentage |
| Square Roots and Cube Roots |
Direct and Inverse Variation |
| Mensuration |
Rational Numbers |
| Circles |
Trigonometry |
| Surface Areas and Volumes |
Simple and Compound Interest |
| Triangles |
Arithmetic |
| Coordinate Geometry |
Statistics and Probability |
| Introduction to Euclid’s Geometry |
Linear Equations in Two Variables |
| Quadrilateral |
Parallelogram |
Students must note that the NTSE Syllabus 2024 is not restricted to the topics mentioned above. In order to score well, students must be well-versed with all the topics and concepts that are included in the NCERT books (of the respective subjects) of Classes 9 and 10.
For better practice, students must solve, practice and analyze as many NTSE question papers as possible. They make one familiar with the NTSE exam pattern, marking scheme, exam duration and more. It is suggested that students must try and complete the sample papers or previous years' question papers within the stipulated time.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
Hii, The NTSE 2024-25 application forms for Class 10 can be obtained through the SCERT (State Council of Educational Research and Training) websites of respective states or offline from schools and liaison offices. The process varies slightly across states, and submission is typically routed via sch
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They can download the form directly from the website of State Council of Educational Research and Training or Directorate of Education depending upon the state they belong to. The form may be downloaded from the internet or can be obtained from the school since the school must be registered with SCE
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NTSE or the National Talent Search Examination is given to the students to support them in their higher studies. The NTSE scholarship is given to all the 10th class students of Indian nationality residing in India and abroad.
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No, The NTSE 2024-25 exam is not cancelled. The exam is scheduled
For Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Andaman & Nicobar: Exam date is 4th November 2024 ( Tentative )
For other states and union territories: Date is 5th November 2024 (Tentative)
For Stage 2 - Dates will be announced later.
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Yes,it was last conducted in 2022
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