Brief on TNTSE
A scholarship test launched in 2008 to help aspirants understand where they stand and prepare for what comes next.
See your potential. Find your path.
Since 2008, TNTSE has helped Class VIII–XI students understand their preparation, compete alongside peers and work towards their next academic goal.
Check school concepts, science, mathematics and reasoning in an objective test.
Meritorious students can qualify for fee concessions, and top rankers can receive cash prizes.
Use your performance and guidance to set clearer goals for school exams, JEE or NEET.
Rewards for achievement
₹1 lakh + scholarship
Cash Prize for 1st Topper of TNTSE Rs 1 Lakh, + 100 % Fee Concession + Laptop
₹50,000 + scholarship
Cash Prize for 2nd Topper of TNTSE Rs 50,000/- + 100 % Fee Concession + Tab
₹25,000 + scholarship
Cash Prize for 3rd Topper of TNTSE Rs 25,000/- + 100 % Fee Concession + Mobile
TNTSE 2025
These are the dates shown on the source page. Contact Takshila for a current schedule.
Salient Features
Classes VIII, IX, X & XI
Eligibility: Students studying in Class VIII, IX, X & XI
Objective type
Pattern of Question: Objective Type Questions 4 choices (Single correct answer).(Sample test papers are available at website:www.takshilainstitute.in
Offline
Mode of Examination: Offline
- No. of Question / Subject: Total 50 Questions: Science 20: Maths 20 & IQ: 10 for Class VII to X.
- No. of Question / Subject: Total 60 Questions: Physics 15, Chemistry 15, Maths/ Biology 15 & Reasoning 15 for class XI.
- Syllabus: CBSE syllabus of Science, Mathematics of respective classes and IQ comprises of questions on Logical & Mental Ability For class VIII to X and Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics /Biology and Reasoning for Class XI.
- Pattern of Question: Objective Type Questions 4 choices (Single correct answer).(Sample test papers are available at website:www.takshilainstitute.in
- Marking Scheme: For Class VIII to X Max. Marks : 200 (+ 4 for correct answer) (No Negative Marking for wrong answer).
- Medium of Exam: For Class XI Max. Marks : 120 (+ 2 for correct answer) (No Negative Marking for wrong answer).
- Medium of Exam: English Only
- Duration of Exam: 1 Hr.
- Fee: Rs. 99/-
- Results: Contact the nearest Takshila Institute
Download TNTSE Sample Papers
Practise with the six papers provided on the original website, now hosted in Takshila’s media library.
Scholarships & Awards
| Marks (%age) in TNTSE | Chargeable Tuition Fee | Registration / Admission Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 96 & above | Free | Chargeable |
| 91 – 95 | 5% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 86 – 90 | 10% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 81 – 85 | 15% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 76 – 80 | 20% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 71 – 75 | 25% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 66 – 70 | 30% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 61 – 65 | 35% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 56 – 60 | 40% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 51 – 55 | 45% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 46 – 50 | 50% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 41 – 45 | 60% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 36 – 40 | 70% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| 31 – 35 | 80% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| Only 30 | 90% Chargeable | Chargeable |
| Below 30 | Not Qualified | Not Qualified |
Note: Only one type of fee concession / Scholarship is applicable at the time of admission. Scholarship offered on tuition Fees Only.
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