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Details of Competitive Exams
Details of Competitive Exams
Preparing for competitive exams helps identify scholastic talent in students. Identifying their skill level
earlier is not the same as putting pressure on a student to suddenly turn into a prodigy. Aptitude needs
learning and practice to reach its full potential. Preparing for competitive exams is about helping your child
be the best he can. The classroom environment gives ambition and motivation to work hard in a
competitive environment.
The list of competitive exams in different classes is as follows:
Class VIII
Class IX
Class X
IPM
NSEJS
NTSE
NSTSE
NSTSE
NSTSE
NSO
NSO
IMO
RMO
IMO
MTSE
IJSO
RMO
Pravinya
MTSE
IJSO
Prabhutva
NSEJS
The focus of competitive exams is to impart factual knowledge and develop the required intellectual skills
to apply that knowledge. The curriculum of these exams aims to concretize what was already learnt and
takes the students to the next level. This develop the ability for independent work, and objective thinking
in students. Appearing in these competitive exams also brings a discipline for most students.
Most competitive exams follow a combination of an Aptitude component and a subject knowledge
component. The aptitude component is based on raw problem solving skills, analytical ability, not directly
related to school curriculum. The question format also tests logical thinking. The subject knowledge
component focuses on advanced extension of regular maths and science school curriculum that can be
mastered only by regular practice.
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NTSE
National Talent Search Examination
National Talent Search Examination is a flagship activity of the NCERT started in the year 1963. The
purpose of the scheme was to identify talented students and nurture their talent. Talent refers to the
potentiality that manifests itself in a high level of performance in one or more specialized areas. The
scheme, therefore, covers areas like Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering, Medicine, Management and
Law. It honors and helps talented students by providing financial assistance in the form of a monthly
scholarship. For the courses in Basic Sciences, Social Sciences and Commerce, this assistance is provided up
to Ph.D. level. For professional courses like Engineering, Medicine, Management and Law this assistance is
given only up to Post Graduation. The NCERT conducts the National Talent Search Examination for students
studying in Class VIII only.
SCHOLARSHIPS:
On the basis of the examination conducted, 1000 scholarships will be awarded for each group of students
appearing for Class X examinations. The amount of scholarship will be Rs.500/- per month as per NTS rules.
RESERVATION:
15% scholarships will be reserved for students belonging to the SC category, 7.5% scholarships for students
belonging to the ST category and 3% for Physically Challenged Group of Students.
SELECTION:
There will be two-stage selection process for award of scholarship. For Stage-I, selection will be done by
States/UTs through a written examination. Students who qualify Stage I will be eligible to appear for Stage
II examination conducted by NCERT.
The States/UTs will also conduct the selection test for National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme
along with the Stage-I written examination for NTS.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Tentative Dates of examination are given below:
Stage I
Stage II
(State Level)
(National level)
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ELIGIBILITY:
Students of Class X studying in recognized schools are eligible to appear for the respective Class X Stage-I
examination conducted by the States/UTs in which the schools are located. There will be no domicile
restriction.
EXAMINATION:
The pattern of written examination for Class X will be as follows:
Stage I
Examination at the State/UT level will comprise of two parts, namely (a) Mental Ability
Test (MAT) and (b) Scholastic Ability Test (SAT) covering social sciences, sciences and
mathematics.
Stage II
Examination at the National level will comprise of (a) Mental Ability Test (MAT), (b)
Scholastic Ability Test (SAT) covering Social Sciences, Sciences and Mathematics.
SYLLABUS:
First Level NTSE conducted by the State / UT. Most questions will be from the State Syllabus of Std. X while
fewer questions shall also come from CBSE and ICSE Syllabus. The Class X MAT and SAT will consist of 90
questions each. SAT will have 35-40 questions for Social Science, 35-40 for Science and 20-25 for
Mathematics.
Second Level NTSE conducted at the National Level. This will include most questions as those that are
taken at the CBSE and ICSE, prescribing the NCERT Syllabus.
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KVPY
Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana
The "Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana" (KVPY) is a program started in 1999 by the Department of
Science and Technology, Government of India to encourage students of Basic Sciences, Engineering and
Medicine to take up research careers in these areas. The aim of the program is to identify and encourage
talented students with aptitude for research.
The program is administered by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc, Bangalore). The selection of students
from those studying in +1, +2, any U.G. Program in Science / Medicine and also Engineering students
having aptitude for scientific research, are carried out by IISc (Bangalore), IIT-Bombay (Mumbai), and ICMR
(New Delhi), respectively, in association with two Zonal Centers one at Kolkata (Indian Institute of Science
Education & Research, Kolkata) and another at Mumbai (HBCSE, TIFR). There are special groups or
committees set up at IISc, which screen the applications, conduct interviews at various centers, make the
final selection.
ELIGIBILITY:
Students enrolled in the XI Standard (Science Subjects) during the academic year 2011-2012 and have
secured a minimum of 80% (70% for SC/ST) marks in aggregate in MATHEMATICS and SCIENCE subjects in
the X Standard Board Examination. [Students promoted through both the Summative AssessmentsII conducted by the school and conducted by the Board are eligible to apply, if they satisfy eligibility
criteria].
(If the candidates have obtained a letter grade in the qualified examination, they are requested to convert
it into an appropriate % and fill-up the application form)
SYLLABUS:
Anything covered up to standard level from both CBSE and ICSE board.
EXAM PATTERN:
Questions divided equally among PCMB. There were different patterns followed in different years.
Year 2011 and 2009
80Q = 60 Q * 1M + 20 Q * 2M
Year 2010
52 Q = 40Q * 1M + 12Q * 5M
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FELLOWSHIPS
BASIC SCIENCES
Monthly Fellowship
SA and SP
(After X Class)
Rs. 4000
Rs. 16000
Continuation of fellowship
Annual renewal of fellowships will depend on maintaining a good academic performance (I Class or 60%
marks in aggregate) in each academic year in the chosen stream and satisfactory performance in the
Summer Programs.
PRIVILEGES:
KVPY Fellows spend one or two weeks in scientific institutions listening to lectures by experts in different
fields of science, engineering or medicine, see things in a research environment, science in action, watch
scientists at work, interact with scientists, visit nearby scientific research laboratories and institutions, and
exchange views with other research students.
The Summer Program for KVPY Fellows in the basic science stream is arranged either of the one places:
Bangalore, Kolkata, Allahabad, Mumbai, Pune, Mohali and Trivandrum for One / Two weeks.
OTHER PRIVILEGES:
Each KVPY Fellow will be issued with an Identity Card so as to have access to renowned National
laboratories/ Universities who have agreed to extend special privileges like library, laboratory facilities to
KVPY Fellows on production of the ID card.
The Convener
Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY)
Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore - 560 012
Phone
Website
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HBBVS
Dr.Homi Bhabha Bal Vaidnyanik Spardha
The Mumbai Science Teachers' Association conducts Dr. Homi Bhabha Bal Vaidnyanik Spardha since 1981
to encourage students to take interest in science, to inculcate scientific attitude and to search for science
talent in students.
Only students studying in class VI and IX can participate in this exam. This competition is based on scientific
knowledge acquired by the students up to std. VI and IX. It is conducted in English, Marathi and Hindi
Media.
Description
phase
of
Phase I
Written test
100 multiple choice
questions based on
science & G.K.in
science
Phase II
Practical Test :
the Max
Marks
For IX std. :
Physics:
Chemistry:
Biology:
Phase III
Interviewa) General
interview
b) Evaluation of
action research report
100
10
10
10
30
30
10 min.
10 min.
10 min.
5 to 10 min.
5 to 10 min.
Selection in each phase for Mumbai, Thane & Rest of Maharashtra region is done separately. Also selection
for each std. & medium is separate.
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SYLLABUS / PORTION:
Textbooks of V and VI std of SSC syllabus and Content related to the above from ICSE and CBSE books for
6th std.
Textbooks of VII ,VIII and IX std of SSC syllabus and Content related to the above from ICSE and CBSE books
for 9th std.
Marathi medium students should refer the English medium textbooks and the ICSE, CBSE books for
examples.
Majority of the questions will be from SSC board text books.
Less emphasis will be given for knowledge based questions and more emphasis for understanding,
reasoning, correlation, etc.
The questions related to general knowledge in science will be based on the topics like happenings of the
last year and science around day to day life.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Tentative Day / Date Stage 1:
Duration of actual exam:
Total marks:
Stage 2:
Stage 3:
Mid- January
Mid- February
Mid- September
90 minutes
100
Practical examination -IX standard at all centres
Interviews and viva voce of action research.
30
Chemistry
30
Biology
30
10
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IJSO
International Junior Science Olympiad
There are five stage process leading to International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO)
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Stage IV
Stage V
The detailed information about eligibility and structure of the stages are given below:
NSEJS
National Standard Examination in Junior Science
NSEJS is the first stage of selection of students in the Junior Science Olympiad Programme. NSEJS is
organised by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT). Every student aspiring to go through
successive stages of the programme must enrol for NSEJS. NSEJS is held at a large number of centres in the
country.
TENTATIVE DATE
November 2013
ELIGIBILITY:
All Indian students who are born on or after January 1, 1999 and, in addition, are in Class X or lower as of
November, 2013, are eligible to appear in NSEJS 20132014. If they qualify in the NSEJS, they will be
eligible for subsequent stages leading to participation in International Junior Science Olympiad.
It is the students responsibility to ensure that the eligibility criteria are satisfied. In case at any stage of the
program it is found that the student does not satisfy the eligibility criteria, he/she may be disqualified from
the program.
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SYLLABUS:
The syllabus for NSEJS is broadly equivalent to the secondary school level (upto Class X) of CBSE. The
different basic subjects of science (physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics) will have roughly equal
emphasis. This is only a broad guideline, and there is no detailed syllabus given for NSEJS.
INJSO
Indian National Junior Science Olympiad
INJSO is organized by HBCSE at about 15 centres in the country.
ELIGIBILITY:
Students selected from Stage I examination (NSEJS) are eligible to appear for INJSO. In addition those
students who have been exempted as described in the Enrolment page are also eligible to appear for
INJSO. Besides these two ways, there is no other way by which a student becomes eligible to appear for
INJSO.
TENTATIVE DATE:
January end (3 hours)
SYLLABUS:
The syllabus for INJSO is broadly similar to NSEJS. The syllabus is, however, only a broad guideline.
Questions and problems in National Olympiads are usually non-conventional and of high difficulty level,
comparable to International Olympiads. On the basis of performance in INJSO, the top 36 students in the
merit list are selected for Stage III: Orientation Cum Selection Camp (OCSC) in Junior Science. In the event,
there is a tie at the last position; all students with the same marks at this last position will qualify for OCSC
in Junior Science.
There is no other criterion or provision for selection to OCSC.
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OCSC
Orientation cum Selection Camp
OCSC in Junior Science is organized by HBCSE sometime in April to June for 2-3 weeks.
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PDT
Pre-departure Training Camp for IJSO
The selected 6 member student team undergoes a rigorous training programme at HBCSE in theory and
experiment. Special laboratories are being developed at HBCSE for the purpose of experimental training.
Resource persons from HBCSE and different institutions across the country will train the students.
IJSO
International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO)
The 6 member student team and 3 teacher leaders constitute the delegation to represent India at the
International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO).
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NSTSE
National Level Science Talent Search Examination
National Level Science Talent Search Examination shall be a comprehensive, independent examination that
delivers challenging and high quality educational experience through a broad array of applied learning
settings. The NSTSE question papers are scientifically designed to test concepts underlying the curriculum
in an interesting way. National Level Science Talent Search Examination aimed at providing valuable and
detailed diagnostic reports for specific improvement and further development of school students. While
NSTSE encourages students to reason critically and solve problems, it also helps to boost confidence and
enable students to realize their optimum potential.
NSTSE ADVANTAGES:
NSTSE Stands for National Level Science Talent Search Examination. It is a scientifically designed, skillbased assessment developed in India for Indian schools, after a detailed study of the syllabi of different
central and state boards. Rather than testing rote learning, it focuses on measuring how well SKILLS and
CONCEPTS underlying the school syllabus have been learnt by the student. The test provides information
on the strengths and weaknesses of individual students and also entire classes.
Feature
Advantage
Skill-based
Provides benchmark
CERTIFICATE OF MERIT:
Participation certificate will be issued to all the students taking the NSTSE 2013.
SYLLABUS:
NSTSE was developed after a study of NCERT books (CBSE) as well as ICSE-recommended books to ensure
that the content is appropriate for students all over India.
TENTATIVE DATE :
December First week (Sunday)
PATTERN:
No. of Questions
Marks
Time Allowed
100
100
1.5 Hrs
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REWARDS:
NSTSE topper will be awarded with Rs. 2,00,000 cash prize. The student who achieves the highest
percentage of marks among all the classes is declared as NSTSE Topper.
The top 3 rankers of NSTSE will be awarded with a notebook Laptop + Memento + Medal.
The next 7 rankers in each class (Ranks 4-10) of classes II-XII will be awarded with a cash prize of Rs
1000/The students who secured the next 15 ranks in each class (Ranks 11-25) of classes II-XII will be awarded
with a cash prize of Rs. 500/Rankers 26-100 of each class will be awarded with BMAs Talent & Olympiad Exams Resource Book
from M/s. Brain Mapping Academy.
All the above rankers from class II-VI will be offered a discount coupon of 50% (Rs. 900) on Unified
Knowledge Box Activity kit. All the above rankers will be offered a discount coupon of 50% (Rs. 750) on
Ambition IIT/AIEEE material. All the rankers (1-100) will be awarded with a Britannica Encyclopedia
edition CD pack worth Rs. 995/- and a certificate of appreciation. Participation certificates for all the
students who appeared for the examination will be given.
CONSOLATION PRIZES:
Top ranker in each class from selected cities will be awarded with a Britannica Concise Encyclopedia edition CD worth Rs.995/-. Top ranker in a city from each class (II VI) will be offered a discount coupon of
25% (Rs.450) on Unified Knowledge Box Activity kit and those from each class (VII IX) will be offered a
discount coupon of 25% (Rs.375) on Ambition IIT/AIEEE material.
Note: City wise topper is declared after the 100 ranks across the country and state toppers.
City Rank (for every Class) will be declared for the classes having a minimum of 500 students in a particular
city.
NSTSE TOPPER:
A student of any class who achieves 100% marks will be awarded with prize money of Rs. 2 Lac. If none of
the students achieves the same, then the student who achieves the highest percentage of marks among all
the classes will be awarded with Rs. 1 Lakh.
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NSO
National Science Olympiad
Participants of NSO are ranked on the basis of marks obtained. Hence, after taking the first level of the
test, students can judge themselves academically at four different levels - within the school, at city and
state level and above all at International level
ELIGIBILITY:
Students of classes 1st to 12th are eligible to appear for the NSO. For level 1, the first level of the test is
organized in the respective schools of the participants during the school hours. There are separate
question papers for each class. The medium of the test is English. CBSE, ICSE/ISC and State Board syllabus is
followed for setting the test papers. For level 2, the qualifiers to second round would include the Top 500
students from each class.
EXAM SYLLABUS:
The syllabus of the NSO is the Science and Mathematics syllabus as is prescribed by the CBSE, ICSE or
various state boards. If you sit for the second level and have moved onto the next class, the syllabus will
remain the same (i.e. of the previous class).
REWARDS:
Participation Certificate will be given to every student. Merit Certificate for students appearing in second
level. School Topper Medal to the class topper in each participating school.
CASH PRIZES:
1st prize
2nd prize
3rd prize
Rs One lakh
Rs Fifty thousand
Rs Twenty Five thousand
Rank 4 to10
Rank 11 to 20
Rank 21 to 50
Rank 51 to 500
Rs Five Thousand
Rs Two Thousand Five Hundred
Rs One Thousand
T-shirt
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MTSE
Maths Talent Search Examination
Maths Talent Search Examination (MTSE) is a competitive examination conducted at various levels by the
India Institute for Studies in Mathematics (IISMA). The focus of this exam is on mathematical reasoning,
mental ability, novel approach, concepts, accuracy and speed.
ELIGIBILITY:
MTSE is an open exam. Any student studying in Class III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX with ICSE, CBSE, IB or any State
Board is eligible to appear for MTSE. A student can appear only for the class in which he/she is studying
during the academic year.
SYLLABUS:
Syllabus of respective class covered in CBSE and ICSE.
AWARDS:
Student scoring above 30 or the Benchmark score, whichever is higher, are declared as successful.
Mementoes are awarded to the top 5 rank holders of each class. The top 200 successful students from
each class are awarded a Certificate of Merit and Cash prizes more than Rs. 4 laths as under. A Certificate
of Participation is awarded to all other students writing the examination.
CASH PRIZES:
Rank 1st
Rank 2nd
Rank 3rd
Rank 4th
Rank 5th
Rank 6th to 10th
Rs. 2500
Rs. 2000
Rs. 1500
Rs. 1250
Rs. 1009
Rs. 750 each
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IMO
International Mathematics Olympiad
The IMO (International Mathematics Olympiad) is a means to identify and encourage the mathematical
creativity of children in schools across India and abroad.
ELIGIBILITY:
Students of classes 1st to 12th are eligible to appear for the IMO. There is no other eligibility criterion like
minimum marks.
PATTERN:
The participant has to answer 50 questions in 60 minutes.
Section I : Logical and Analytical Reasoning (20 questions)
Section II : Mathematical reasoning (20 questions)
Section III : Everyday mathematics (10 questions)
CASH PRIZE:
1st prize
2nd prize
3rd prize
Rs One lakh
Rs Fifty thousand
Rs Twenty Five thousand
Rank 4 to10
Rank 11 to 20
Rank 21 to 50
Rank 51 to 500
Rs Five Thousand
Rs Two Thousand Five Hundred
Rs One Thousand
T-shirt
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NEMC
Nurture the Excellence in Mathematics Contest
Maharashtra Ganit Adhyapak Mahamandal conducts the Ganit Pravinya exam for the selection of the
toppers in Mathematics. Students studying V and VIII classes can attend the test. Those who clear the test,
scoring 75% and above, are qualified to attend the Ganit Pradnya Exam. It is held in the month of
December annually. Maharashtra Ganit Adhyapak Mahamandal provides training programs which help
students to overcome the fear of Mathematics and in developing attention and confidence among children
in learning the same.
PATTERN OF EXAM:
Separate tests are carried out for 5th and 8th standard students. The test consists of questions on V class
Maths including Geometry and excluding topics like Percentage, Interest, Table and Temperature. The first
and second parts of the VIII Maths curriculum are included in the exam. Since both these tests are of
subjective type, aspirants should solve the sums with reasoning and correct steps. The test is for 180
minutes carrying 100 marks. Around 30 questions are included in the test.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Aspirants who have passed 4th and 7th class are eligible to apply for the Ganit Pravinya Exam. They are
required to have a score of 60% and above in Mathematics in order to attend the test.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applicants can obtain forms from the official address of Maharashtra Ganit Adhyapak Mahamandal either
by hand or by post on remittance of the form fee. Duly filled in applications should be send to the same
address prior to the last date. Applicants should enclose their eligibility exam certificates like 4 th or 7th
standard
progress
card
copies
along
with
the
forms.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address:
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EXAM DATE
(Previous
Year)
EXAM
ELIGIBILITY
KVPY
Anything up to
standard level from
both CBSE and ICSE
board
Students studying in X
NTSE
NSEJS
INJSO
(NSEJS L2)
RMO
IMO
HBBVS
NSO
MTSE
(Maths)
Students of Class X
Students selected from
Stage I examination
(NSEJS)
Class 9 - 12
Class 1-12
Students in Class 9
th
Class 1-12
Class 3-9
18/11/2012
24/11/2012
SYLLABUS
80 Objective Questions
CBSE up to 10th
2009/10/11
240Marks (80Q*3)
CBSE up to 10
29/01/2013
EXAM PATTERN
Time: 2hrs.
th
Time: 3 hrs.
02/12/2012
Syllabus mentioned on
the science Olympiad
foundation website
20/12/2012
Syllabus mentioned on
the science Olympiad
foundation website
100 Q in 90 min
15/09/2012
50Q in 1hr
29/11/2012
Syllabus mentioned on
the science Olympiad
foundation website
50Q -90Minute
17/02/2013
27/01/2013
Based on
the CBSE syllabus
100Q-100M-90minutes,
M-25, P25, C20, B20,
General-10
Subjective
(5-7problems)
50Q in 1hr divided into 3
sections
PCB- 30 M each
GK 10M
Section I: 15Q on MA
Section II: 35Q on PCB
+2M for correct and -0.5
for wrong
NSTSE
Class 2-12
Ganit
Pravinya
02/12/2012
NEMC
(Prabhutva)
16/12/2012
24/06/2012
50 Questions of 2 marks
each in 75 minutes
IPM
Class III to IX