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Ebook NTSE 2019
Ebook NTSE 2019
1. Introduction
2. NTSE Scholar Advantages
3. Top 5 Preparation Tips for NTSE
a. Self-study
b. Stick to the NCERT
c. Section-wise Strategy
d. Special Online Test Module for NTSE
e. Confidence is the Key
4. Exclusive Resources from Experts
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Introduction
The National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) is a scholarship program conducted by NCERT.
Started in 1961 as a programme to identify, encourage, promote and reward academic talent;
NTSE was restricted to the students of Delhi. 58 years down the line, NTSE is one of the most
competitive and prestigious exams conducted at the school level all over India.
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NTSE Stage 1
• Usually held on the first Sunday of November every year.
• Conducted at the state/union territory level.
• It is an offline exam.
• Subjects tested under SAT – Mathematics, Science, Social Science.
• The questions under MAT section are designed to judge the ability to think, power of reasoning,
ability to judge and evaluate.
NTSE Stage 2
• Usually held in the second week of May.
• Conducted at the national level.
• It is an offline exam.
• Subjects tested under SAT – Mathematics, Science and Social Science.
• The questions under MAT section are designed to judge the ability to think, power of
reasoning, ability to judge and evaluate.
• Candidates that qualify stage 2 are awarded the esteemed scholarship and are anointed
as ‘NTSE Scholars’.
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NTSE
Scholar Advantages
NTSE Scholar Advantages
To be acknowledged as an NTSE scholar has a certain weight to it. Apart from being
the pride and joy of your parents, there is a lot that you win along with a scholarship.
• If you’re an IIIT-Delhi aspirant, a bonus of 6 marks is added to your JEE Main score
for admission to the institute.
• Many foreign universities give preference to NTSE scholars for admissions to under
graduate science/engineering courses.
• Bagging internships during early years of college is easier as being an NTSE scholar
shows off not just your knowledge but also your ability to work hard.
• A monthly scholarship of Rs. 1250 is given to NTSE scholars to pursue subjects like
science, social science, humanities, fine arts, languages, commerce, or vocational
studies in class 11 and 12. The scholarship amount is increased to Rs. 2000 per
month from undergraduate up to doctoral level.
• When applying to the NDA, being an NTSE scholar helps score brownie points
during the SSB.
• As an NTSE scholar, you can avail certain discounts and/or rebates on expensive
books or course material.
• NTSE Scholars may be given further preference when they apply for a private or
public sector job.
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TOP 5 PREPARATION
TIPS for NTSE
Self-Study
To score well and get rewarded with the prestigious NTSE scholarship, it is important that one
spends a substantial amount of time in self-study. Whether or not you have enrolled for coaching
classes, spending a minimum of 2-3 hours a day in self-study is a must. To do this most effectively,
create a well-structured and efficiently planned study timetable. While making this plan, keep
several pointers in mind like your school exam schedule, your learning capacity, the days left to the
exam, etc.
Once you make this schedule for yourself, set daily goals that are realistic. Plan in such a manner that
you do not fall behind on the syllabus being taught at school.
Make sure that you stick to the timetable that you have created for yourself. However, there might
be days when you miss your daily target because of certain circumstances. On these days, don’t
stay awake too late to make up on the lost time, that is extremely unhealthy. What you can do
instead is, cover the missed topics in the next couple of days.
While studying, focus all your efforts on your goal, and speed up your preparation according to
your self-study strategy. This will enable you to not only score well but also ultimately get a good
rank.
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Stick to the NCERT
To prepare well for NTSE, it is important that you stick to the NCERT. Referring to
the NCERT keeps your concepts strong, helping you to learn faster, score better
and eventually when the NTSE results are declared – get a good rank. The simple
and easy to understand language helps in building a strong base and strengthen the
understanding of concepts.
NTSE stage 1 exam is conducted at the State/Union Territory level. So, make
sure that you also study the books prescribed by your State Board.
Section-wise strategy
The first thing that you must do is plan your study such that you divide time equally
between both the sections of the NTSE. The NTSE and board exam syllabus are
similar. So, plan your study schedule accordingly.
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MAT (Mental Ability)
The best way to build your preparation for the Mental Ability section is to practice as much as you can. To
make sure that you are practicing enough to build your speed and accuracy, set a designated time on your
daily schedule. The quant based questions specially need a lot of preparation and effort.
Try and gather NTSE exam sample papers, or the previous year papers. Practice from these rigorously. You
can also consult management entrance exam modules to practice for your quants, however some of these
might be a little more difficult than you need to prepare.
It is extremely crucial to clear MAT with a good score, and this becomes a little difficult for some students. If
you need more practice apart from the online tests, NTSE sample papers and previous year papers, you can
consult magazines such as CSR (Competition Success Review).
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SAT (Scholastic Ability)
To score well in this section, divide your study time equally between Mathematics, Science
and Social Science.
Mathematics
While learning and practicing concepts and questions for mathematics, try and aim for
questions that qualify as HOTS (higher order thinking skills). This will help build your base
and practice will make it stronger. Apart from solving all questions from your NCERT textbook,
you can also refer to R.D. Sharma or R.S. Aggarwal for additional clarity on concepts or
practice questions.
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Science
Out of Physics, Chemistry and Biology, first identify the subject you are least comfortable with. Get
started with that subject. Here are some subject-wise tips to study better:
Solving the physics numericals A major problem students face To a lot of students, this a
can be a little tricky. To solve all in Chemistry are Chemical subject that requires cramming.
numericals effortlessly, it is Equations. Be it memorising or However, this is not the most
important that concepts recalling equations, complex effective method. Create your
are clear. Ensure that when compounds etc., keeping a own notes rather than study
solving numericals, you separate notepad for these will from the textbook. This way
develop both speed and help you. you will learn
accuracy, so keep practicing. better. Wherever possible, you
may use diagrams to
supplement and help retain all
that you have studied.
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Social Science
Studying the social science subjects will really help you in your NTSE and board exam preparation as the
syllabus for the two are same. However, this will also take a lot of your time because social science is a
theoretical subject.
It is difficult to remember all the Use maps to supplement your We know, with subjects such
dates and events learning. This will help you as Economics and Civics – it
chronologically. One hack retain more and instead of is difficult to learn and retain
that you can use is - after cramming up about the the topics. Instead of rote
you complete a chapter, take physiological features etc. you learning, that will eventually
a notebook or A4 sheet and will find this to be a fun cause you to forget
make a note of all events that experience. everything - try making short
happened date wise, and of the notes, this will help you learn
important people mentioned. and remember for a longer
This will help you in the days period of time.
leading up to the exam as well,
because with these notes you
will be able to revise quicker
and better.
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Online Test Module
To effectively prepare for the NTSE and test yourself, it is important that you use a proper test
series. Only solving NTSE exam sample papers and NTSE previous year papers is not enough.
The online test series will help build your speed and accuracy. To ace the NTSE exam, it is
imperative that your question solving speed is competitive and at the same time, you do not make
any mistakes.
myPAT’s online test series and exclusive tools not just help you test your preparation for NTSE
but also ensure you plan your study hours in a way that will eliminate your weaknesses and
strengthen your concepts. With every test that you take, myPAT’s analytics engines let you
know the kind of effort that you need to put in to win the coveted NTSE scholarship.
Confidence is the most important ingredient in the mix for NTSE success. It is important that once
we set our minds to something, we work hard to accomplish that goal. Students tend to load
themselves with study material from almost every possible source and end up being unable to
balance their school work with the preparation for the NTSE. This results in low scores on school
exams and below average performances on mock NTSE papers.
On days such as these it is important that you keep your head up and remind yourself about the
honour of being known as a NTSE scholar. All you really need is to take a breath and start afresh.
The biggest key to success is believing that you can! So, don’t stop believing in yourself, no matter
what! Keep reminding yourself - your hard work will yield results.
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EXCLUSIVE RESOURCES
FROM EXPERTS
Best Books for NTSE preparation
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Online Mock Test
Prep Tracker
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