NTSE 2021 Stage 2: Know the last minute preparation tips to score well

NTSE 2021 Stage 2 is all set to be conducted on October 24. Candidates must go through the tips below to ace the examination.

National Council of Educational Research & Training (NCERT) will conduct the NTSE Stage 2 exam on October 24, 2021 in offline mode. Candidates who qualified the Stage 1 exam of NTS are eligible to appear for the Stage 2 exam. Those who perform well and achieve the cut off score will be awarded the NTSE scholarship 2021.

The council will conduct NTSE stage 2 exam in various centres across the country. Each paper in the stage 2 examination comprises 100 questions of 1 mark each. There will be no negative marking in NTSE stage 2.

Candidates must not forget to carry their NTSE admit card 2021 on exam day. The candidates need to appear in both paper 1 and 2. Paper 1 will be the mental ability test (MAT) which consists of questions based on logical reasoning and paper 2 will be the Scholastic Ability Test (SAT) which consists of 40 questions each from science and social science along with 20 questions from mathematics.

An effective study strategy includes NTSE previous year question papers and mock tests. However, it is also important to utilise the last day for final revision. Here are some tips which will help the students in preparing better for the exam.

Be ready with notes: To get the desired NTSE 2021 result, revision is important. Having the notes of each subject ready for reference will help with quick revisions in the last few days before the exam. Regular revisions will keep the concepts fresh in mind.

Solve sample papers and previous year question papers: Solving NTSE sample papers and previous years’ question papers will provide an understanding of the type and level of questions that one might encounter during the exam. It also gives an idea about the performance levels and helps one improve on weak points.

Real time management: It is recommended that students practice solving test papers by keeping a timer which will help them practice in a real-time exam environment. For Mathematics, Science, and Logical Reasoning, one should focus on solving as many questions as possible which will help develop clarity of concepts. For theoretical subjects like Social Science, it is important to study NCERT textbooks from Classes 9th and 10th which will really help in scoring good marks.

Be calm and composed: Keep stress under control. It is only natural to be stressed about such an important exam. But stress will hinder the progress and performance in the exam. Take proper sleep and do relaxing activities like listening to music and taking long walks.

There are some important guidelines that NCERT has issued for the students who are appearing for NTSE 2021:

• A passport-size photograph needs to be affixed to the admit card and it needs to be attested by the principal of the institution where the student is/was studying in Class 10.
• Students are advised to bring their own blue/black ballpoint pens.
• The responses will be recorded on the OMR sheets which need to be done properly as per the instructions provided at the time of the examination. The students may get familiarised with the OMR sheets provided on the NCERT website. ncert.nic.in
• Candidates will also need to follow all Covid-19 safety protocols. They are required to wear masks at all time, sanitize their hands and maintain proper distance.

Read More:

• Download NTSE syllabus 2021
• Check important NTS exam dates
• Check NTSE exam pattern 2021 here