Whether students studying in private schools are eligible for ntse exam?
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Yes. Any student studying 10rh std in any school is eligible.
Hi,
Yes, students studying in private schools can apply for NTSE however, these schools should be affiliated and recognized by the state or national board.
For more details refer, NTSE Eligibility Criteria
Hello Pooja,
NTSE Eligibility Criteria (Stage 1)
Candidates must be an Indian national.
Class X students can also apply for Stage 1.
A minimum of 60% marks Class IX is required. SC, ST and PH candidates will need 55% marks in Class IX.
Candidate must be studying in a recognized school in their respective State or Union Territory.
Those who are registered in Open Distance Learning (ODL) program will also be considered eligible if they are below 18 years of age (as on July 1, 2018) and are not employed when they appear for Class X exam.
NTSE Eligibility Criteria (Stage 2)
Candidates will need 80% marks or above in the State level exam, to be considered eligible.
Every student who secures the minimum required marks in Stage II will be eligible for the scholarship program.
Hope this helps
hello aspirant,
you must be studying in a school which is affiliated by RECOGNISED board.
A minimum of 60% marks Class IX is required. SC, ST and PH candidates will need 55% marks in Class IX. Candidate must be studying in a recognized school in their respective State or Union Territory.
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