Competitive Exams for Students
NTSE is organized by NCERT. It is one of the most popular scholarship examinations in India and was established in 1961.
Eligibility: Class X students
Syllabus: Science, Maths, Social Science and Mental Ability.
Selection Process
Stage I – Written exam conducted by State/UT
Stage II – National level exam
Website: http://www.ncert.nic.in/
KVPY was started in 1999 by Department of Science and Technology, Government of India to encourage research in science.
Eligibility: Class XI and XII students
Syllabus: CBSE and ICSE curriculum
Selection Process
Stage I – Aptitude Test
Stage II – Interview
Website: http://kvpy.iisc.ernet.in/
This exam was started in 1981 by Mumbai Science Teachers Association to encourage science talent.
Eligibility: Class VI and IX
Syllabus: Science curriculum upto class VI and IX
Selection Process
Stage I – Written Test
Stage II – Practical Skill Test
Final – Interview
Website: http://www.msta.in/
NSO is conducted by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF).
Eligibility: Class I to XII
Syllabus: Science and Maths (CBSE / ICSE / State Boards)
Selection Process
School Level → State Level → International Level
Website: http://www.sofworld.org/
UCO helps students improve logical reasoning and computer skills.
Eligibility: Class III to XII
Selection Process
Stage I – School Level
Stage II – State Level
Website: http://www.unifiedcouncil.com/
Conducted by Indian Institute for Studies in Mathematics.
Eligibility: Class III to IX
Focus: Mathematical reasoning and mental ability
Selection: Top rankers receive scholarships.
Website: http://www.ganithasasthraparishad.org/
Organized by Unified Council.
Eligibility: Class II to XII
Syllabus: Science, Maths, Social Science and Mental Ability
Selection Process
Stage I – State Level
Stage II – National Level
Website: www.unifiedcouncil.com
Conducted by IAPT and HBCSE.
Eligibility: Class I to X
Syllabus: Science subjects
Selection: School Level → National Round
Website: iapt.org.in
Exam to develop geographical knowledge among students.
Eligibility: Class II to XII
Process
Phase I – School Level
Phase II – National Finals
Website: http://www.geogeniusindia.com/
Olympiad exams for subjects like Computer, Maths, Science and English.
Eligibility: Class I to XII
Purpose: Improve problem solving skills and creative thinking.
Website: http://silverzone.org
This exam improves mathematical skills and removes fear of maths.
Subject: Mathematics
Website: http://www.eduhealfoundation.org
ASSET measures students understanding of school concepts.
Subjects: English, Mathematics, Science
Website: http://www.ei-india.com