2. COMPETITIVE EXAM FOR CLASS 9th
NSEJS - The syllabus of NSEJS is broadly equivalent to the secondary school learning level (up to
and including Class X) of CBSE. All the basic subjects of science, Physics, Chemistry and biology, and
Mathematics have roughly equal weightage.
Stages – 5
Pre-RMO - The Mathematical Olympiad Programme in India is organized by the Homi Bhabha
Centre for Science Education (HBCSE). Its main purpose is to spot mathematical talent among pre-
university students in the country.
Stages – 6
3. COMPETITIVE EXAM FOR CLASS 9th
NSTSE - NSTSE stands for National Level Science Talent Search Exam. They include interesting
questions that require thinking, not simply recalling as per the conventional techniques.
Eligibility - classes II to XII
Silverzone Olympiads- Silverzone Foundation is an NGO, which aims at promoting competitive
awareness of academics in school children in India and abroad. These exams also develop creative
thinking and enhance problem-solving skills.
Eligibility - classes I to XII
4. COMPETITIVE EXAM FOR CLASS 9th
Asset (Assessment of Scholastic Skills Through Educational Testing) - A scientifically-
designed, skill-based assessment test, it breaks free from the concept of rote learning.
Eligibility - classes III-X
These exams are based on the CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, and state board’s curriculum.
International Olympiad of English Language (iOEL) - The International Olympiad of English
Language (iOEL), a test of competence and knowledge in the English Language, is held annually at
the national and international levels based on the syllabus prescribed by the CBSE/ICSE and the
State Boards.
Eligibility - classes I to XII
5. COMPETITIVE EXAM FOR CLASS 10th
National Talent Search Examination or NTSE - A national-level examination cum scholarship
program, it is one of most prestigious competitive exams for school students. The students who qualify
for this two-tier exam receive cash scholarship for the complete academic year.
Subjects: Science, Mathematics, Social Science, Mental Ability and General Awareness
Conducting Body: National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
National Level Science Talent Search Exam or NLSTSE - This diagnostic test identifies talented
students from classes II to XII. They include interesting questions that require thinking, not simply
recalling as per the traditional techniques.
Subjects: Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, General Questions
Conducting Body: Unified Council
6. COMPETITIVE EXAM FOR CLASS 10th
Indian National Olympiad (INO) - Financially supported by the Government of India, Olympiads
involve a five-stage procedure.
Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy and Junior Science
Conducting Body: Jointly conducted by Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) & Homi
Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE)
International Olympiad of English Language (iOEL) - The International Olympiad of English
Language (iOEL), a test of competence and knowledge in the English Language, is held annually at
the national and international levels based on the syllabus prescribed by the CBSE/ICSE and the
State Boards.
Eligibility - classes I to XII
7. COMPETITIVE EXAM FOR CLASS 10th
National Biotechnology Olympiad or NBO - This particular exam comprises of 50 questions for
50 marks and allows I to XII students from all streams to participate.
Subjects: Math
Conducting Body: Eduheal foundation
National Interactive Maths Olympiad or NIMO - with a vision to remove the fear of maths
from students’ minds, this national-level exam is for students of classes V to XII.
Subjects: Math
Conducting Body: Eduheal Foundation