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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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Indian Army Agniveer CEE Result 2026 declared, ARO-wise merit list released

The Indian Army has announced the Agniveer CEE Result 2026. Candidates can now download the ARO-wise merit list and check their eligibility for the next stages of recruitment.

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Indian Army Agniveer Result

The Indian Army has announced the Agniveer Common Entrance Examination (CEE) Result 2026, allowing candidates to check their qualifying status through the official recruitment portal. The Army Recruitment Office (ARO)-wise merit lists have been uploaded on joinindianarmy.nic.in, where candidates can download the PDF corresponding to their recruitment region.

The merit lists contain the names and roll numbers of candidates who have successfully cleared the written examination and become eligible for the next phase of the Agniveer recruitment process.

How to check Indian Army Agniveer CEE Result 2026

Candidates can access their results by following these steps:

  • Visit the official Indian Army recruitment website.
  • Click on the Agniveer CEE Result 2026 link available on the homepage.
  • Select the relevant Army Recruitment Office (ARO) or recruitment region.
  • Download the merit list PDF.
  • Search for your roll number or name to confirm your qualification status.

What happens after the Agniveer CEE result?

Candidates shortlisted in the Common Entrance Examination will now have to undergo the remaining stages of the recruitment process. These include:

  • Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
  • Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
  • Document Verification (DV)
  • Medical Examination

Only candidates who successfully clear every stage will be considered for final selection under the Agniveer recruitment programme.

Candidates advised to verify details carefully

After downloading the merit list, candidates should carefully check all the information mentioned in the document. If they notice any discrepancy related to their result or personal details, they should immediately contact their respective Army Recruitment Office (ARO) for assistance.

Candidates are also advised to keep checking the official Indian Army recruitment portal for updates regarding the schedule, venue and instructions for the upcoming physical tests, document verification and medical examination.

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Board exam marks may get 50% weightage in NEET, JEE admissions under proposed reforms

The Centre is considering giving 50% weightage to board exam marks in admissions based on NEET and JEE. The proposal is part of broader education reforms aimed at reducing exam stress and improving fairness in the admission process.

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Board examination marks could soon carry greater significance in admissions to medical and engineering courses, with the Centre reportedly considering a proposal to assign 50% weightage to board scores alongside entrance examinations such as NEET and JEE.

The proposal is part of a broader set of education reforms aimed at reducing the pressure associated with high-stakes examinations and making the admission process more balanced.

Education Ministry panel reviewing admission reforms

According to sources, the proposal is being examined by the Ministry of Education’s nine-member committee that was constituted last year. The panel was tasked with studying students’ growing dependence on coaching institutes, the rise of “dummy schools”, and concerns over fairness in major entrance examinations.

The committee is exploring several measures to improve the existing admission system while reducing the emphasis on a single examination.

Why the reforms are being considered

The discussions come in the wake of multiple controversies involving the examination system, including reported evaluation errors and paper leak incidents. These developments have sparked a wider debate over the credibility and reliability of high-stakes entrance examinations.

To address these concerns, the committee is considering giving 50% weightage to board examination marks in the admission merit process.

Other changes under consideration

Apart from increasing the role of board examination scores, the panel is also examining several other reforms.

These include aligning entrance examinations more closely with school syllabi to reduce students’ dependence on coaching centres, allowing multiple attempts for entrance tests, and gradually introducing adaptive, on-demand computer-based examinations.

Current admission process

At present, admissions to medical and engineering programmes are primarily based on candidates’ performance in entrance examinations such as NEET and JEE. Students are also required to secure the prescribed qualifying marks in their board examinations to become eligible for these entrance tests.

The proposed reforms are currently under consideration, and no final decision has been announced.

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Maharashtra TET 2026 postponed a day before exam after alleged paper leak, three arrested

Maharashtra postponed the MAHA TET 2026 examination after an alleged paper leak came to light in Thane district, leading to the arrest of three individuals

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The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) 2026, scheduled to be conducted on June 28, has been postponed following allegations of a question paper leak. The decision was announced after police uncovered material suspected to be linked to the examination during a raid in Thane district.

Authorities said the suspected leak came to light during an early morning operation in Bhiwandi, where individuals were allegedly found in possession of question papers that matched the actual examination material. Three people have been arrested in connection with the case, while further investigations are underway.

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) subsequently decided to postpone the examination to maintain the integrity and transparency of the recruitment process. Officials stated that a fresh date for the examination will be announced later. Candidates will be required to download new admit cards once the revised schedule is released.

According to officials, more than six lakh candidates were expected to appear for the examination across 1,700-plus centres in the state. The postponement, announced just a day before the test, has affected thousands of aspirants preparing for teaching positions in Maharashtra schools.

The incident has once again raised concerns over the security of competitive examinations in the state, with opposition parties criticising the government over recurring allegations of paper leaks.

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