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KVPY INSPIRE NTSE Aptitude 2026 Syllabus

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20th May 2026

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Detailed syllabus and topic breakdown for KVPY / INSPIRE / NTSE Aptitude 2026 exam

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Candidates preparing for the KVPY, INSPIRE, or NTSE Aptitude 2026 exams can find the official section-wise syllabus and topic breakdown here. The syllabus is sourced directly from the Indian Institute of Science and DST notifications, ensuring accuracy for this exam cycle. Each subject area is listed with its main topics and sub-topics, organized according to their importance and frequency in previous question papers. This resource is designed to help you focus your revision on the most relevant material and prioritize topics based on their weightage. Be sure to check the latest official notification before finalizing your study plan, as exam authorities may occasionally update the syllabus or adjust topic emphasis. Use this syllabus as your primary guide for exam preparation.

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This section is crucial for candidates because it outlines exactly what will be tested in the KVPY / INSPIRE / NTSE Aptitude 2026 exams.
Knowing the official syllabus helps you plan your study schedule efficiently and ensures you cover all required topics.
Staying updated with the latest syllabus prevents surprises on exam day and maximizes your chances of scoring well.

Department

Recruitment notification issued by Indian Institute of Science / DST.

Stage Level

Operates at National-tier scope.

Syllabus Content

Section	Topics
Mental Ability Test (MAT)Mental Ability Test (MAT)	Analogies; Classification; Series; Pattern perception; Hidden figures; Coding-decoding; Block assembly; Direction sense; Mathematical operations.Analogies; Classification; Series; Pattern perception; Hidden figures; Coding-decoding; Block assembly; Direction sense; Mathematical operations.
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)	Class IX-X NCERT — Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Social Science (History, Geography, Polity, Economics).Class IX-X NCERT — Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Social Science (History, Geography, Polity, Economics).

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification

Class XI-XII students

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Test mode — Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

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To download the official syllabus PDF for KVPY / INSPIRE / NTSE Aptitude 2026 — Syllabus: 1) Visit the official website at https://www.iisc.ac.in/.
2) Navigate to 'Notification' / 'Information Bulletin' / 'Syllabus' from the main menu or homepage.
3) Locate the latest cycle's notification PDF and open it — the syllabus is published as part of the notification or as a separate appendix.
4) Cross-check the syllabus on this page section-by-section against the source PDF; the page summarises the official content for quick revision.
5) For any clarification, refer to the FAQ section of the official website or contact the helpline listed in the notification.
Subscribe to the official email-alert / SMS list to receive updates whenever the syllabus is revised.

Application Start Date	1st July 20261st July 2026
Application End Date	30th September 202630th September 2026