Junior Science Talent Search Examination or JSTSE is conducted by Science Branch of Education, Delhi in the month of January every year. 150 scholarships are allotted every year under JSTSE. Any student from a recognised school (Govt. /Govt. Aided/Public/KV/Navodaya/NDMC) in Delhi, currently in std. 9th and has secured minimum 65% marks in Std. 8th can apply for JSTSE. The exam will be held in the month of January, 2018. The result for the JSTSE is declared usually after 6-8 weeks after the examination. Last year the result for JSTSE was declared in the month of March 2017.
Also, last year 17633 students across 617 schools were allotted roll numbers for appearing for the JSTSE. Read this article for more information on the JSTSE 2017-18.
JSTSE 2017
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Important facts
- Junior Science Talent Search Examination (JSTSE) is an examination for the 9th standard students. This exam will test your skills in the General Knowledge, General Science and Mathematics.
- Every year 150 scholarships are allotted based on the JSTSE written test.
- No personal interview are held. The sole criterion to secure the scholarship is the JSTSE written test.
- Last year the JSTSE was held on the 29th of January 2017 and subsequently the results were declared in March 2017.
Important dates for JSTSE
The important dates regarding the application
| Event | Tentative Dates |
| Submission of the JSTSE Application-cum-Admit Card and Performa “A” duly filled by Head of School at the Science Branch of Education, Delhi | Last week of August, 2017 to First week of November 2017 (Last year- August 22, 2016 to November 9, 2017) |
| Roll. No. issued by the Science Branch | January 2018 (Last year- January 11 to 24,2017) |
| Date of Examination | Last week of January 2018 (Last year- January 29, 2017) |
| Result | March 2018 |
Who can Apply? – Eligibility Criteria
Following is the eligibility criteria for JSTSE regarding the Class, Region and Other details of the candidate:
| Gender | Both |
| Class | 9th |
| Region | Delhi |
| More details | Any student of recognized school in Delhi studying in class 9 in Govt. /Govt. aided/ Public/ KV/ Navodaya/ NDMC, who has scored a minimum of 65% in class 8 in the academic year of 2015-2016. |
| SC/ST/PW candidates who have secured a minimum 65% marks in class 8 in the academic year of 2015-2016 are eligible for the JSTSE. | |
| There is no limit or eligibility criteria for the annual household income |
Rewards and Scholarships
Every year 150 scholarships and certificates are awarded to the top 150 students by the Directorate of Education. The candidates would be selected on the basis of the marks secured in the JSTSE.
JSTSE Application process
JSTSE Application can be done through your respective schools. There is no individual application process. Also, note that no fees would be charged for the application. Read more about the application process here.
JSTSE Admit Card
- The JSTSE admit cards will be allotted to students by their respective schools tentatively in January 2018.
- Applicants have to bring their admit cards on the day on the examination and the admit card should be signed by the Head of School.
- The roll numbers would be allotted by the Science Branch of Education and would be shared with the school through post.
JSTSE Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The JSTSE Exam consists of two sections; 1) General Knowledge and 2) General Science and Mathematics.
| Paper | Subjects | Total Marks | Number of questions | Time allotted |
| Paper 1 | General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 50 minutes |
| Paper 2 | General Science and Mathematics | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
Read more about the JSTSE syllabus here.
JSTSE Sample papers
Download and solve JSTSE previous year question papers to get a better understanding of the exam, understand your weaknesses and get an edge in the exam.
Science Branch Office Address
Government of NCT, Delhi
Directorate of Education, Science Branch,
Old Gargi College Building (behind LSR College),
Lajpat Nagar-4, New Delhi-24.
Phone- 011-26280413