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    NTSE Application Form 2024 - Apply Online, Last Date, Documents, How to Register

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    Apoorva SinghUpdated on 13 Jul 2024, 04:32 PM IST

    NTSE Application form 2024 - SCERT’s of each states releases the NTSE application form. However as per the official notification, the NTSE exam has been stalled till further notice. The NTSE application form 2024 will be released in both online and offline mode. The last date to submit the NTSE 2024 application form may vary for each state. Students will have to pay application fee to fill the NTSE form.

    This Story also Contains

    1. NTSE application form 2024 Dates
    2. NTSE Eligibility Criteria 2024
    3. State-wise NTSE Application form 2024
    4. NTSE Exam Centres 2024
    5. NTSE 2024 Reservation
    6. NTSE Preparation 2024
    NTSE Application Form 2024 - Apply Online, Last Date, Documents, How to Register
    NTSE Application form 2024

    The National Talent Search Examination 2024 will be held in two stages. Students of Class 10 are eligible to apply for the NTSE 2024. Students will have to submit asked documents as well while submitting the NTSE 2024 application form. Read the complete article to know more details.

    NTSE exam stalled: Notification here

    NTSE application form 2024 Dates

    The dates of NTSE exam registration will vary from state to state. Students must check the NTSE important dates. The state-level exam authorities do not accept any form after NTSE application form last date, check out the table.

    NTSE registration form 2024 Dates

    Event name

    Tentative Dates

    NTSE application form start date

    August 2024

    NTSE registration last date

    September 2024

    NTSE stage 1 exam date (in Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Andaman and Nicobar islands)

    November-December 2024

    NTSE stage 1 exam date in other states and UT's

    November-December 2024

    NTSE stage 1 result date

    February 2025

    NTSE stage 2 application date for abroad students

    February 2025

    NTSE stage 2 exam date

    May 2025

    NTSE Eligibility Criteria 2024

    Eligibility criteria are one of the most important things to check before filling the NTSE 2024 registration form. In case a student is not eligible for the exam, then his/her NTSE 2024 application form can be quashed by the authority. Below we have listed some of the major eligibility criteria which are required to fill NTSE form 2024.

    NTSE Stage 1 Eligibility Criteria

    • Students need to qualify class 9th exams with minimum marks as imposed by the state-level exam conducting authority.

    • The student must be studying in class 10 in a school affiliated with a recognized board.

    • Open school students studying in Class 10 can also submit the NTSE form provided that their age is below 18 years and they are not employed.

    NTSE Stage 2 Eligibility

    • Students who cleared the NTSE stage 1 exam do not need to fill a separate NTSE application form 2024 for stage 2 exam.

    • The selected students’ data is shared by the state-level exam conducting authorities. Students can download NTSE admit card 2024 for stage 2 using their old state-level credentials.

    • Abroad students who fulfil other eligibility criteria do not need to appear for NTSE stage 1 exam. They can appear for NTSE stage 2 exam directly by submitting NTSE registration form 2024.

    Stage 2 NTSE Registration Form 2024

    • Students who passed stage 1 do not need to register for stage 2.

    • Stage 2 NTSE 2024 application form is accepted by the Indian nationality students studying abroad in class 10.

    • Students have to score at least 60% minimum marks to appear NTSE stage 2.

    • The notification for abroad student registration will be released in February 2025 (tentative).

    • Abroad students need to fill and submit stage 2 NTSE registration form 2024 before the NTSE application form last date.

    Steps to fill NTSE Application Form 2024

    Stage 1 NTSE form 2024 is accepted at the state level by the respective exam conducting authority in online or offline mode. Some are accepting NTSE 2024 registration forms directly through students while some release their application form through schools. So, students can collect their NTSE application form 2024 from their respective schools. Here, we have given quick steps to fill NTSE registration form 2024.

    • Go through the given table and click on the respective link of NTSE form 2024 as per state.

    • Download the NTSE 2024 application form or get it from respective schools or liaison officers.

    • Fill in the academic details, personal details, address and other details in the NTSE registration form 2024.

    • Attach all the required documents carefully with the NTSE form and get them attested from the school authorities.

    • At last, pay the application fee and submit stage 1 application form to the respective school.

    State-wise NTSE Application form 2024

    Below, we have tabulated the application fees, mode and last date based on the previous year's details.

    NTSE Registration Dates 2024 (Tentative)

    NTSE 2024 Form

    Last Date (Tentative)

    Application Fee

    Application Mode

    NTSE Himachal Pradesh Form

    To be announced

    Rs 50 for general, Rs 40 for reserved category

    Online

    NTSE JK application form

    To be announced

    Rs. 190

    Offline

    NTSE Uttarakhand application form

    To be announced

    Rs 250 for general, Rs 150 for SC/ST/physically disabled category

    offline

    NTSE Telangana Form

    To be announced

    Rs 100

    Online (Through Schools)

    NTSE Tamil Nadu form

    To be announced

    Rs 50/-

    Online (Through Schools)

    NTSE Bihar form

    To be announced

    Rs 150 for general/EWS/OBC and Rs 75 for SC/ST category

    Online

    NTSE Delhi form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Online (Through Schools)

    NTSE Karnataka form

    To be announced

    Govt Aided school - Rs 75 (SC/ST – Rs 20)

    Unaided school - Rs. 200 (SC/ST – Rs 50)

    Offline

    NTSE West Bengal form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Online

    NTSE Sikkim Form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Offline

    NTSE Rajasthan Form

    To be announced

    Rs. 300 for general, Rs 200 for SC/ST/PwD

    Online

    NTSE Assam Form

    To be announced

    Rs. 250 for general, Rs 200 for reserved category

    Online

    NTSE MP Form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Online

    NTSE Haryana Form

    To be announced

    Rs 200 for general, Rs 140 for SC/ST/PwD

    Online

    NTSE Kerala Form

    To be announced

    Rs 250 for General, Rs 100 for SC/ST/BPL

    Online

    NTSE Odisha Form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Online

    NTSE Jharkhand Form

    To be announced

    Rs 250 (Rs 125 for SC/ST)

    Online

    NTSE UK Form

    To be announced

    Rs 250 (Rs 150 for SC/ST/PH)

    Offline (Through Schools)

    NTSE Goa Form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Offline (Through Schools)

    NTSE AP Form

    To be announced

    Rs 200

    Online

    NTSE Punjab Form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Online (Through Schools)

    NTSE Meghalaya Form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Offline

    NTSE Maharashtra Form

    To be announced

    Rs 150

    Online (Through Schools)

    NTSE Gujarat Form

    To be announced

    Rs 70 for General, Rs 50 for OBC/SC/ST

    Online

    NTSE Chhattisgarh Form

    To be announced

    No fee

    Offline (Through Schools)

    NTSE Application form 2024 for other states

    State-wise NTSE application link

    Offline/Online

    Application fee

    NTSE Chandigarh application form

    Online

    No fee

    NTSE Dam Diu

    Offline

    Rs. 75 for Gen/OBC

    Rs. 55 for SC/ST

    NTSE Delhi application form

    Online

    No fee

    NTSE Manipur application form

    Offline

    No Fee

    NTSE Puducherry application form

    Offline

    -

    NTSE Tripura application form

    Offline

    No Fees

    NTSE Uttar Pradesh application form

    Offline

    Rs. 50/ for General

    Rs. 30/ for SC/ST/PH)

    Documents Required for NTSE Application Form 2024

    Students have to submit or upload certain documents while submitting the NTSE 2024 registration form. All the documents should be duly attested by the Principal of school. The documents required for NTSE 2024 application form are listed below:

    • Recent coloured photograph

    • Class 9 mark sheet

    • Aadhar card

    • State domicile certificate

    • Income certificate

    • Caste certificate (if applicable)

    • Disability Certificate (if applicable)

    How to Fill Online NTSE Application Form 2024 (Stage 1)?

    Some states release stage 1 NTSE 2024 application form through the official website. Eligible students can fill the NTSE stage 1 application form 2024 in online mode. They will have to upload documents attested by their Principal for online NTSE registration 2024. The steps to fill the NTSE form 2024 are given below.

    • Go to the state/UTs SCERT website and click on the relevant link from the table given above.

    • After that, on the homepage click on the NTSE 2024 registration form link.

    • Enter the asked details like student name, date of birth, gender, caste, mobile number, academic details, family Income and others.

    • After that, upload the scanned copy of documents like photograph, signature, etc.

    • Complete the fee payment and then download the filled NTSE application form 2024.

    • At last the Head or Principal of the School will send the forms to the State Liaison Officer.

    Steps to Fill Offline NTSE Application Form 2024 for Open School Students

    • Obtain NTSE form – Students need to download the NTSE registration form 2024 from the official website or collect it from the liaison officer.

    • Filling up the details- Fill up the stage 1 NTSE application form 2024 as per the instructions. Enter the asked details in the NTSE 2024 application form like student name, father's name, etc.

    • Attach Documents: Paste a recent photograph and sign the NTSE form 2024. Attach required documents with the form

    • Payment of application fee – Pay the requisite application fee (if specified by the state/UT exam conducting body).

    • Application form submission – Students must ensure that the NTSE application 2024 form has been filled correctly. Also check that all required documents have been attached. Then, submit the NTSE form in offline mode to the respective Liaison officer.

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    NTSE Application Form 2024 - Important Instructions

    • Fill the correct and valid information in the NTSE form.

    • Fill all the details in the capital letters only with a Blue or Black ballpoint pen.

    • Avoid overwriting, wite details only in the given boxes in clear handwriting.

    • Incomplete information can lead to the rejection of NTSE registration form 2024.

    • Students should fill the NTSE form at least 4-5 dates before the NTSE application form last date.

    • While filling the NTSE application form 2024, students need not provide the 4-digit centre code as it should be filled by the liaison officer or concerned district officer or centre superintendent.

    NTSE Exam Centres 2024

    Students are asked to fill their exam centre preferences in the NTSE application form 2024. The centre will be allotted by authorities. The nearest centre examination centre based on the preference filled in the NTSE registration form 2024 will be allotted.

    All the details related to the exam centre will be mentioned on the admit card. NTSE stage 1 and stage 2 exams will be conducted in different examination centres. The allotted examination centre will not be changed, so fill the preferences carefully.

    Stage I Exam Centre- Students have to contact their schools to know about the nearest NTSE examination centre 2024.

    Stage II Exam Centre- NCERT will release the list of state-wise stage 2 exam centres. Students can check the details of the same on their admit card. Generally, NTSE stage 2 exams are held in 32 cities and Kendriya Vidyalayas are allotted as exam centres.

    NTSE 2024 Reservation

    Below we mentioned the reservation criteria, which is followed while selecting students for the next stage exam. The same is referred to by authorities while preparing the final merit list to provide NTSE scholarship.

    NTSE Reservation Criteria

    Category

    Reservation Criteria

    Scheduled Caste (SC)

    15%

    Scheduled Tribes (ST)

    7.50%

    Physically Handicapped (PH)

    4%

    Other Backward Class (OBC)

    27%

    EWS

    10%

    NTSE Preparation 2024

    After submitting the NTSE 2024 registration form, students should start preparing for the exam. Here, we have provided some tips to prepare for the exam:

    1. Students must go through the NTSE syllabus 2024 and exam pattern to know the details of the marking scheme. It will also help in knowing the type of questions frequently asked in the NTSE exam. Also, ensure all topics are prepared at least 2 months prior to the exam so that you have sufficient time for revision.

    2. NTSE sample papers are also important, practicing these sample papers will provide an edge to your preparation. These papers will help in knowing the difficulty level of examination. It will help students to learn time management. The more you practice, the better will be your preparation.

    3. Clear all doubts and queries with the help of teachers or mentors as soon as possible so that concepts will be clear.

    4. Exercise and sleep well as a fresh mind are always full of energy to grasp things. Candidates can click on the Best book for NTSE for better preparation.

    List of Liaison Officers to Submit NTSE Form 2024

    The NTSE 2024 registration form needs to be submitted to respective Liaison officers as appointed by the NCERT. Below we have provided the list of state-wise Liaison officers. Students can also contact them for any query related to NTSE 2024 application form.

    State-wise NTSE Liaison Officers

    Name of the State/UT

    Name of the State/UT Liaison Officer & Addresses

    Website

    Arunachal Pradesh

    Smt. Oyi Borang Tatak, Deputy Director (NTSE)

    Directorate of Secondary Education, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Naharlagun, Itanagar-791111, Arunachal Pradesh.

    www.arpedu.in

    Assam

    Ms. Rumi Choudhury, Deputy Director of Secondary Education Assam

    Directorate of Secondary Education Assam, Kahilipara Road, Kahilipara, Guwahati, Pin - 781019

    madhyamik.assam.gov.in

    Manipur

    Smt. Ch. Shachi, Additional Director (S/V),

    Directorate of Education (Schools), Lamphelpat, Imphal (Manipur)- 795004

    manipur.gov.in

    Meghalaya

    Smt. M.C. Blah, Selection Grade Lecturer

    Directorate of Educational Research And Training ((DERT)

    www.megeducation.gov.in

    Mizoram

    Mrs. Zohmingliani, Deputy Director,

    S.C.E.R.T., Chaltlang, Aizawl, Mizoram-796012

    scert.mizoram.gov.in

    Nagaland

    N. Woshamo, Research Associate

    SCERT, Nagaland, Kohima

    scertnagaland.org

    Sikkim

    Mr. Bilal Prabhakar, Deputy Director (Scholarship)

    sikkimhrdd.org

    Tripura

    Mrs.AmbalikaDatta, Deputy Director

    State Council of Educational Research and Training, AbhoyNagar, Agartala, Tripura(West)-799005.

    www.scerttripura.com

    Andaman & Nicobar Islands

    Shri Joshi Philip, Incharge (NTSE)

    State Institute of Education, Shiksha Sadan, Link Road, port Blair, South Andaman-744101

    www.education.andman.gov.in

    Bihar

    Sri GiriwarDayal Singh (I.A.S)

    S.C.E.R.T. Mahendru Post Office, Patna-800006 (Bihar)

    www.biharscert.in

    Jharkhand

    Mrs. Kalpana, Joint Secretary

    Jharkhand Academic Council Ranchi, GyandeepCampus, BargawanNamkum, Ranchi- 834010.

    jac.jharkhand.gov.in

    Orissa

    Dr. Minakshi Panda Nodal Officer, NTS/NMMS

    TE & S.C.E.R.T., Unit-IV, Bhubaneswar-751001, Odisha

    scertodisha.nic.in

    West Bengal

    Smt. ChinmoyeePattanayak, Deputy Director of School Education

    Directorate of School Education Bikas Bhawan, 7th Floor, East Block, Salt Lake City, Kolkata700091 (West Bengal)

    www.wbsed.gov.in

    Chandigarh

    Ms. Manu Sharma (Lecturer)

    SCERT (UT), Sector 32 C, Chandigarh

    www.siechd.nic.in

    Delhi

    Sh. Ashwani Kumar

    Science & TV Branch, Old Gargi College Building, Lajpat Nagar-IV, New Delhi-110024

    www.edudel.nic.in

    Jammu and Kashmir

    Dr. Aliya Qayoom, Assistant Director (Srinagar)

    Mr. Suresh Kumar Gouria, Academic Officer ( Jammu)

    J K Bose, Jammu & Kashmir-190018.

    www.jkbose.ac.in

    Haryana

    Sh. Sunil Vashishta, Lecturer

    S.C.E.R.T., Sohna Road, Opp. Panchayat Bhawan, Gurgaon 122001 (Haryana).

    scertharyana.gov.in

    Himachal Pradesh

    Mrs. Rajni Sankhyan, Associate Professor S.C.E.R.T., Solan (Himachal Pradesh).

    himachalservices.nic.in

    Punjab

    Rumkeet Kaur, Lecturer

    SCERT, PSEB Complex, Block-E, 6th Floor, Phase-8, Ajitgarh, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab-160062

    ssapunjab.org

    Rajasthan

    Mr. Rajendra Kumar Saxena Assistant Director, Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer, Rajasthan-305001.

    rajeduboard.nic.in

    Uttar Pradesh

    Smt. Usha Chandra,

    Director, Bureau of Psychology SCERT (UP)

    examregulatoryauthorityup.in

    Uttarakhand

    Dr. Harish Chandra Badoni, Lecturer SCERT,

    Contact Details: 01352789710

    scert.uk.gov.in

    Chhattisgarh

    Dr. Prasoon Sarkar Professor,

    SCERT, Shankar Nagar, BTI Ground, Raipur, Chhattisgarh-492007

    www.scert.cg.gov.in

    Goa

    Sh. Jaywant Waman Naik, Liaison Officer

    Contact Details: 0832-2417276

    www.education.goa.gov.in

    Gujarat

    Sh. Pandya Devdatt Balvantray, Assistant Secretary

    Gujarat State Examination Board, Opp. Government Library, Sector-21, Gandhinagar-382021.

    http://www.sebexam.org/

    Madhya Pradesh

    Tanuja Shrivastav, Controller (NTSE)

    Rajya Shiksha Kendra, PustakBhawan “B” Wing, Arera Hills, Bhopal-462011 (M.P.)

    https://www.ssa.mp.gov.in/

    Maharashtra

    Mr. Dattatraya Jagtap, Chairman & Nodal Officer (NTSE)

    Maharashtra State Council of Examinations 17-Dr. Ambedkar Road, Pune-411001 (Maharashtra).

    www.mscepune.in

    Andhra Pradesh

    Smt. Vara Lakshmi, Deputy Commissioner & Liaison Officer

    Office of The Director of Govt. Examinations, D.No.20-124, Beside SPNRCH High School Opp. Andhra Hospitals, Gollapudi, Vijayawada Andhra Pradesh 521225.

    bseap.org

    Karnataka

    Sumangala V, Director

    Karnataka Board of Secondary Education, 6th Cross Rd, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560003

    kseeb.kar.nic.in

    Kerala

    Director SCERT, Poojappura (P.O.) Thiruvananthapuram-695012,

    www.scert.kerala.gov.in

    Puducherry

    Mr. Kuppusamy, Liaison Office

    Directorate of School Education, Perunthalaivar Kamarajarcent.Edu. Complex, Anna Nagar Puducherry 605005.

    schooledn.py.gov.in

    Tamil Nadu

    Mr. V.M. Prabhakaran, Deputy Director

    Directorate of Govt. Examinations, College Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai-600006

    dge.tn.gov.in

    Telangana

    Smt. Vijayabharathi, Deputy Commissioner for

    Government Examinations

    www.bse.telangana.gov.in


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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: Can I submit the NTSE form 2024 online?
    A:

    Yes, West Bengal, Telangana and some other states accept NTSE registration form 2024 in online mode. 

    Q: Where can I download NTSE application form 2024 from?
    A:

    Students can download NTSE form 2024 from the official website of respective state level exam conducting authority.

    Q: Who can fill NTSE 2024 registration form?
    A:

    Class 10 students who fulfil all other eligibility conditions can fill the NTSE application form 2024. 

    Q: Can open school students apply for NTSE 2024?
    A:

    Yes, open school students who are studying in 10th for the first time can fill NTSE 2024 application form if their age is below 18 years and they are not employed anywhere.

    Q: What is the NTSE application Fee 2024?
    A:

    NTSE registration 2024 fee varies as per state. Some states do not charge any NTSE application fee.

    Q: How to register for NTSE stage 2 exam?
    A:

    Stage 1 passed students do not need to register for stage 2 exam. Abroad students need to fill the NTSE application form 2024 to register for NTSE stage 2 exam.

    Q: Can OBC students fill NTSE form 2024?
    A:

    Yes, OBC students can fill NTSE registration form 2024.

    Q: What are the documents required for NTSE 2024?
    A:

    Students need to attach their photograph, family income certificate, Aadhar card, domicile certificate and other documents as applicable along with the NTSE application form 2024.

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    Questions related to NTSE

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    Have a question related to NTSE ?

    Hello,

    If your school is not conducting the NTSE exam, don’t worry — you can still attempt it. You can register directly through your state NTSE office as a private candidate. Check your state education department’s website for the exact procedure and deadlines. Some coaching institutes also assist students with

    Hello,

    There is no official confirmation yet about NTSE for 2025-26 . NCERT has not announced any schedule or notification for this session.

    Students should wait for an official update from NCERT.

    Hope it helps !

    Hey Srijan:)

    Thanks for reaching out!

    As of now, the NTSE 2025-26 registration date have not been officially announced.Usually the registration process begins in August or September through your state's SCERT or the liaison officer in each state.The stage one exam is generally held in December and stage two in

    Hii

    There's no official UP- specific schedule published yet for NTSE 2025 but for reference you can check the previous year pattern of registration and tentative here https://school.careers360.com/articles/ntse-application-form .

    Most likely NTSE Stage 1 registration forms would release in August or sept.  You must keep eye on UP's SCERT website

    Hello Deeksha

    The NTSE (National Talent Search Examination) 2025 registrations are expected to start in September 2025 or October 2025. The official notification will be released on the NCERT website as well as on the respective state SCERT portals.

    To know more about NTSE: NTSE by CAREERS360

    Thank You!!!