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NTSE 2021-22: SCERT to hold Stage-1 exam on THIS date, check full details here

On January 16, 2022, the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) will hold Stage 1 of the National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) for the year 2021-22 for students in Class 10 in Ludhiana.

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On January 16, 2022, the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) will hold Stage 1 of the National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) for the year 2021-22 for students in Class 10 in Ludhiana.

Students from the SC, OBC, and handicapped categories can only give the exam if they passed their Class 9 exams with at least a 55 per cent. Only those students, who passed their Class 9 exams with at least 70% are eligible for the general category.

The students who are affiliated from government schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas or any other affiliated board can appear for the exam.

Sanjeev Taneja, Ludhiana district mentor said that registrations are going on. Over 3,000 students from Ludhiana actively participated in the NTSE Stage 1 last year. Potential candidates have been identified by each school, and special classes have been arranged for them.

In addition, each school has a nodal officer who is in charge of NTSE preparation. The officer in question will supply study materials, which will include online modules in science, SST, Maths, and mental abilities.

Students who pass Stage 1 will be able to take the Stage 2 exam, which will be administered by the National Council for Educational Research and Training at the national level (NCERT).

Sanjeev Taneja, Ludhiana district mentor further added that, for participation in the second stage, each state has a set ratio. The top 187 students from Punjab will proceed to Stage 2.

NCERT will distribute scholarships to the top 2,000 students who pass the NTSE exam. They will receive 1,250 per month for Class 11 and 12, and 2,000 per month from NCERT while seeking graduation and post degree.

According to the central government’s policy, 15% of scholarships are reserved for SC students, 7.5 percent for ST students, 27 percent for OBC students, 10% for poor and minority students, and 4% for physically challenged students. The NTSE enrollment period began on November 15 and will end on November 30. On December 1, students will be able to download their admit card.

What type of questions will be asked in Stage 1 of the National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) ?

The questions in the Stage 1 exam will be objective type, comprising 200 multiple choice questions, including 100 questions about mental capacity. According to officials, no precise syllabus has been established for the exam, although the majority of the questions will be drawn from Class 9 and 10 NCERT text books. In addition, there will be no negative marking.

Davinder Singh Chhina, media officer of the local education department said that students in special Whatsapp groups, developed for NTSE, receive science, mathematics, and mental aptitude test (MAT) modules and videos from block mentors or nodal in-charges.

Also, DEO secondary Lakhvir Singh Samra added that their objective is to prepare students from government schools to take any national-level admission exam in the future.

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UP Board result 2026 declared: Class 10 pass rate at 90.42%, class 12 at 80.38%

UP Board 2026 results are out with strong pass rates. Here’s how to check your score and key highlights.

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The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has declared the UP Board Class 10 and Class 12 results for 2026 on April 23 at 4 pm.

This year, more than 52 lakh students registered for the exams, including over 27 lakh candidates in Class 10 and nearly 25 lakh in Class 12. The examinations were conducted between February 18 and March 12 across around 8,000 centres in the state.

Pass percentage and performance trends

The overall performance remains strong:

  • Class 10 pass percentage: 90.42%
  • Class 12 pass percentage: 80.38%

Girls have once again outperformed boys in both classes, continuing the trend seen in previous years.

How to check UP Board result 2026

Students can access their results through official platforms by following these steps:

  • Visit the official website: upmsp.edu.in or upresults.nic.in
  • Click on the result link for Class 10 or Class 12
  • Enter roll number and required details
  • View and download the provisional marksheet

Alternatively, results are also available via DigiLocker and other digital platforms.

What students should do after results

Students are advised to:

  • Download and print the provisional marksheet immediately
  • Collect the original marksheet from their respective schools later
  • Apply for re-evaluation or compartment exams if required

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CBSE class 10 result 2026 out, who can appear for second board exam explained

CBSE has announced Class 10 results 2026 and introduced clear rules for the second board exam. Here’s who is eligible and who is not.

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the Class 10 results for 2026, along with key guidelines for students who wish to appear in the second board examination under the newly introduced two-exam policy.

As per the updated system aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, students now have an opportunity to improve their performance in selected subjects through a second exam scheduled later in the same academic year.

Who is eligible for second board exam

CBSE has laid down specific conditions for students to appear in the second board examination:

  • It is mandatory for students to appear in the first board exam
  • Students must have appeared in at least three subjects in the main exam
  • Those who have passed can opt for improvement in up to three subjects
  • Students in the compartment category are also eligible to appear
  • Improvement is allowed only in subjects already taken in the first exam

The second exam allows students to improve marks in subjects such as Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and languages.

Who is not eligible

Certain categories of students will not be allowed to appear in the second board exam:

  • Students who did not appear in three or more subjects
  • Those who failed in three or more subjects
  • Students placed in specific non-eligible categories by the board

Such students will have to reappear in the next main examination cycle instead.

Important rules students must note

CBSE has also clarified several important rules:

  • Change of subjects is not permitted in the second exam
  • No corrections in student data will be allowed
  • Schools will submit the list of candidates for the second exam
  • Students can improve performance in a maximum of three subjects

The board aims to reduce exam pressure and give students flexibility to improve scores within the same academic year.

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CBSE 10th result 2026 expected soon, students advised to prepare DigiLocker access

CBSE is likely to announce Class 10 result 2026 soon in April. Students can check scores on official websites, DigiLocker, and UMANG app.

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The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to declare the Class 10 board examination result for 2026 soon, with indications pointing toward an announcement in April. However, the board has not yet confirmed the official date and time.

Students who appeared for the examination are advised to stay prepared and keep their login credentials ready, as the result can be released at any time once the final process is completed.

Result likely earlier than usual

Unlike previous years when CBSE results were typically released in May, the 2026 Class 10 result is expected earlier. The shift is linked to changes in the examination system, including the introduction of multiple exam phases during the academic year.

The board conducted the Class 10 examinations between February 17 and March 11, 2026, with lakhs of students participating across the country.

Where to check CBSE 10th result 2026

Once declared, students will be able to access their results through multiple official platforms, including:

  • Official websites such as cbse.gov.in and results.cbse.nic.in
  • DigiLocker platform for digital marksheets
  • UMANG mobile application

These platforms are expected to host the result simultaneously to ensure smooth access for students.

Advisory for students before result declaration

Students have been advised not to wait until the result day to complete formalities. They should create and verify their DigiLocker accounts in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

Digital marksheets made available through DigiLocker will be considered valid and can be used for further admission and documentation purposes.

Steps to check scorecard

After the result is announced, students can follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official CBSE result website
  2. Click on the Class 10 result link
  3. Enter roll number and required details
  4. Submit and view the result
  5. Download or print the marksheet for future use

Students are advised to carefully verify all details mentioned in the scorecard after downloading it.

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