Which classes can prepare for NSTSE on SkillStar?

NSTSE practice on SkillStar is arranged for Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 and Grade 10. Each child sees what's right for their own class.

What is in the NSTSE syllabus for 2026-27?

177 topics in Mathematics, General Science, Critical Thinking, Physics, Chemistry and Biology, laid out subject by subject on this page. On SkillStar your child can tick off each topic as they learn it.

Are there NSTSE mock tests on SkillStar?

Yes, 60 mock tests. Each one is marked the moment your child finishes, with a question-by-question review, and can be taken again as often as they like.

Can I download NSTSE papers?

Yes. The NSTSE Downloads tab on SkillStar has 21 files for this exam.

How does my child start NSTSE practice?

Sign up free as a parent, add your child with their class, and pick NSTSE from the exam list. Every new family gets welcome credits, lots of content costs nothing, and anything paid shows its price in credits before you decide.

NSTSE: syllabus, mock tests and practice

NSTSE is a Maths and Science talent test by Hyderabad-based Unified Council for students of Classes 1 to 10. It checks how well a child understands concepts rather than what they have memorised, and every student gets a detailed skill-wise performance report showing strengths and gaps.

Classes: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10
Syllabus years: 2026-27
Mock tests: 60
Downloads: 21

NSTSE syllabus by class

About the NSTSE exam

How the exam works

Mode: Offline (pen-and-paper in the student's school) for school registrations; a separate fully online, webcam-proctored exam taken from home for direct/individual registrations. · Levels: Single exam; no second round is described on the official page. · Duration: 60 minutes for all classes. · Questions: Class 1: 40 (General Science 30, Maths 10). Class 2: 50 (General Science 40, Maths 10). Classes 3-5: 60 (General Science 45, Maths 10, Critical Thinking 5). Classes 6-10: 60 (Physics 15, Chemistry 15, Biology 15, Maths 10, Critical Thinking 5). A different paper for each class. · Marking: Objective multiple-choice; 1 mark per question (total marks = number of questions); no negative marking. · Language: English (Unified Council FAQ states NSTSE is conducted only in English).

How to register

Through the school (school sends one consolidated fee of Rs 150 per student by demand draft to Unified Council, Hyderabad), or individually online via unifiedcouncil.com/options.html (online exam fee Rs 350 incl. GST, which includes the performance report and two past/model papers as e-books).

When it happens

Next offline school dates: 20 November and 2 December 2026. Direct-registration online exam: 24 January 2027. The previously listed online mock date is 17 January 2027; confirm it in the current online instructions/candidate communication. School and direct routes have different registration arrangements and fees; check availability before paying. No result publication date was verified. Status checked 1 November 2026; times are IST.

Official website, syllabus and sample papers

Links to the organiser's own pages. Past and sample papers are published there by the organiser.

NSTSE syllabus

Jump to: Class 1 · 2026-27 · Class 2 · 2026-27 · Class 3 · 2026-27 · Class 4 · 2026-27 · Class 5 · 2026-27 · Class 6 · 2026-27 · Class 7 · 2026-27 · Class 8 · 2026-27 · Class 9 · 2026-27 · Class 10 · 2026-27

NSTSE syllabus, Class 1 · 2026-27

Mathematics (6 topics) · General Science (6 topics)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 2 · 2026-27

Mathematics (6 topics) · General Science (8 topics)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 3 · 2026-27

Mathematics (6 topics) · General Science (8 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 4 · 2026-27

Mathematics (7 topics) · General Science (10 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 5 · 2026-27

Mathematics (7 topics) · General Science (8 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 6 · 2026-27

Mathematics (8 topics) · Physics (3 topics) · Chemistry (3 topics) · Biology (3 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 7 · 2026-27

Mathematics (10 topics) · Physics (3 topics) · Chemistry (3 topics) · Biology (3 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 8 · 2026-27

Mathematics (9 topics) · Physics (4 topics) · Chemistry (3 topics) · Biology (5 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 9 · 2026-27

Mathematics (9 topics) · Physics (3 topics) · Chemistry (3 topics) · Biology (3 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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NSTSE syllabus, Class 10 · 2026-27

Mathematics (11 topics) · Physics (3 topics) · Chemistry (3 topics) · Biology (5 topics) · Critical Thinking (1 topic)

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Rounds and levels

Practice Tests: Practice for the 2026-27 exam cycle.
2026-27: Practice for the 2026-27 exam cycle.
Paper UN446 — 2019-20 school archive: Original previous-year paper scans from DPS Modern Indian School's 2019-20 archive. Exact sitting date is not printed; identified by paper code UN446.
2011 previous-year papers

NSTSE: guides for parents

NSTSE Exam Guide for Parents: Pattern and Preparation
A plain guide to NSTSE for parents of Class 1 to 10 children: how it works, the paper pattern, the performance report and how to prepare calmly.
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NSTSE: questions parents ask

Which classes can prepare for NSTSE on SkillStar?: NSTSE practice on SkillStar is arranged for Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 and Grade 10. Each child sees what's right for their own class.
What is in the NSTSE syllabus for 2026-27?: 177 topics in Mathematics, General Science, Critical Thinking, Physics, Chemistry and Biology, laid out subject by subject on this page. On SkillStar your child can tick off each topic as they learn it.
Are there NSTSE mock tests on SkillStar?: Yes, 60 mock tests. Each one is marked the moment your child finishes, with a question-by-question review, and can be taken again as often as they like.
Can I download NSTSE papers?: Yes. The NSTSE Downloads tab on SkillStar has 21 files for this exam.
How does my child start NSTSE practice?: Sign up free as a parent, add your child with their class, and pick NSTSE from the exam list. Every new family gets welcome credits, lots of content costs nothing, and anything paid shows its price in credits before you decide.
Is SkillStar the official NSTSE website?: No. SkillStar is an independent practice platform and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the organisers of these exams. Exam names belong to their respective owners. Check dates, fees and registration with the NSTSE organisers.

SkillStar is an independent practice platform and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the organisers of these exams. Exam names belong to their respective owners.