--- title: "TNTSE" slug: "/tntse" date: "2026-09-27" description: "TNTSE is a scholarship test conducted by Takshila institute for aspirants who are preparing for success in JEE, NEET and other competitive examinations." author: "Astero Digital Ltd" featured_image: "https://takshilainstitute.in/storage/01m3gvhjv4mqbb5nkjhcgvfzfy/takshila-60-why-tntse-optimized.webp" --- # TNTSE ## Primary Navigation - [Home](/home.md) - [Courses](/courses.md) - [All Courses](/courses.md) - [Online Program](/online-program.md) - [Distance Learning (DLP)](/dlp.md) - [Test Series](/test-series.md) - [TNTSE Scholarship](/tntse.md) - [Seminar Registration](/seminar-registration.md) - [Centres](/our-centres.md) - [Janakpuri, Delhi](/branch/janakpuri.md) - [Rohini, Delhi](/branch/rohini.md) - [Jagadhari](/branch/jagadhari.md) - [Nagpur](/branch/nagpur.md) - [Patna](/branch/patna.md) - [Bilaspur](/branch/bilaspur.md) - [Bengaluru JP Nagar](/branch/bengaluru-jp-nagar.md) - [Manipur](/branch/manipur.md) - [Anantnag](/branch/anantnag.md) - [Kulgam](/branch/kulgam.md) - [About](/about-takshila.md) - [About Takshila](/about-takshila.md) - [Chairman's Message](/chairman-message.md) - [Gallery](/gallery.md) - [School Associates](/our-associates.md) - [Franchise Opportunity](/coaching-institute-franchise.md) - [FAQs](/faqs.md) - [Blog](/blog.md) - [Contact Us](/contact-us.md) Takshila National Talent Scholarship Examination# Brief on TNTSE A scholarship test launched in 2008 to help aspirants understand where they stand and prepare for what comes next. [Explore scholarships ↗](#scholarship-table)[Practise with sample papers ↗](#sample-papers) TAKSHILA★ **TNTSE**Scholarship examination **2008**TNTSE began **VIII–XI**Eligible classes listed **Up to 100%**Tuition fee waiver listed ![Students working on exam papers in a classroom](/storage/01m3m3qkby98937qpes40ycx5j/tntse-classroom-2026-optimized.webp) Why TNTSE## 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. 01**Measure your preparation**Check school concepts, science, mathematics and reasoning in an objective test. 02**Earn a scholarship**Meritorious students can qualify for fee concessions, and top rankers can receive cash prizes. 03**Plan the next milestone**Use your performance and guidance to set clearer goals for school exams, JEE or NEET. [Explore scholarship awards ↗](#scholarship-table) Scholarship awards## Rewards for achievement 01First topper### ₹1 lakh + scholarship Cash Prize for 1st Topper of TNTSE Rs 1 Lakh, + 100 % Fee Concession + Laptop 02Second topper### ₹50,000 + scholarship Cash Prize for 2nd Topper of TNTSE Rs 50,000/- + 100 % Fee Concession + Tab 03Third topper### ₹25,000 + scholarship Cash Prize for 3rd Topper of TNTSE Rs 25,000/- + 100 % Fee Concession + Mobile Original published schedule## TNTSE 2025 These are the dates shown on the source page. Contact Takshila for a current schedule. 01**October** 02**November** 03**December** Fee**Rs 99/-** Exam information## Salient Features 01Eligibility### Classes VIII, IX, X & XI Eligibility: Students studying in Class VIII, IX, X & XI 02Question pattern### Objective type Pattern of Question: Objective Type Questions 4 choices (Single correct answer).(Sample test papers are available at website:www.takshilainstitute.in 03Mode### 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 Prepare before test day## Download TNTSE Sample Papers Practise with the six papers provided on the original website, now hosted in Takshila’s media library. [PDF**Class VII**Download sample paper ↗](/storage/01m3gxzxwtfjxx52f57mtz4aat/tntse-sample-paper-class-vii.pdf) [PDF**Class VIII**Download sample paper ↗](/storage/01m3gxzy1k99ra3rm29ax60m14/tntse-sample-paper-class-viii.pdf) [PDF**Class IX**Download sample paper ↗](/storage/01m3gxzy57m8s780jc9hxdmhbb/tntse-sample-paper-class-ix.pdf) [PDF**Class X**Download sample paper ↗](/storage/01m3gxzy8qsvvxdmhfwht0nj1t/tntse-sample-paper-class-x.pdf) [PDF**Class XI · Medical**Download sample paper ↗](/storage/01m3gxzyc12z9p5x1xer21bmd3/tntse-sample-paper-class-xi-medical.pdf) [PDF**Class XI · Engineering**Download sample paper ↗](/storage/01m3gxzyfgy0pa7zq3bvswqgtc/tntse-sample-paper-class-xi-engg.pdf) Published fee tiers## Scholarships & Awards Marks (%age) in TNTSEChargeable Tuition FeeRegistration / Admission Fee96 & aboveFreeChargeable91 – 955% ChargeableChargeable86 – 9010% ChargeableChargeable81 – 8515% ChargeableChargeable76 – 8020% ChargeableChargeable71 – 7525% ChargeableChargeable66 – 7030% ChargeableChargeable61 – 6535% ChargeableChargeable56 – 6040% ChargeableChargeable51 – 5545% ChargeableChargeable46 – 5050% ChargeableChargeable41 – 4560% ChargeableChargeable36 – 4070% ChargeableChargeable31 – 3580% ChargeableChargeableOnly 3090% ChargeableChargeableBelow 30Not QualifiedNot Qualified Note: Only one type of fee concession / Scholarship is applicable at the time of admission. Scholarship offered on tuition Fees Only. Need current dates?## Ask about the next TNTSE The 2025 schedule and awards are source content. Confirm the latest test dates, eligibility and terms with our team. [Talk to our team ↗](/contact-us) ## Secondary Navigation - [About Takshila](/about-takshila.md) - [Courses](/courses.md) - [Our Centres](/our-centres.md) - [Gallery](/gallery.md) - [Blog](/blog.md) - [Contact Us](/contact-us.md) Powered by [Astero Digital Ltd](https://asterodigital.com/) Copyright 2026 Takshila Institute