Hello,

Scholarship exams for 8th standard students include:

• National Talent Search Examination (NTSE): Conducted by NCERT, it identifies talented students and offers financial support.
• Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY): Aimed at nurturing scientific aptitude, though primarily for senior students, early awareness helps.
• State-Level Scholarships: Various states conduct exams, such as Maharashtra State Scholarship Exam.
• Private Foundations: Organizations like SOF (Science Olympiad Foundation) and BYJU’s offer scholarships through exams.
• School-Specific Scholarships: Schools may have internal scholarship programs based on merit.
• Rashtriya Military Schools Entrance Exam: Offers scholarships to selected students for military education.

Hope it helps !

Hi Shyaam,

There are several scholarship exams available for students in the 8th standard in India. These exams not only provide financial assistance but also help in identifying and nurturing talented students. Here are some popular options:

1. **National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)**

- Eligibility: Students of Class 8, earning less than rupees 3.5 lakh in annual income, and have at least 55% in the last exam (50% for SC/ST).

- Scholarship Amount: rupees 12,000 annually.

- Exam Structure: MAT and SAT.

- Conducted By: State Education Departments.

- How to Apply: Through the respective State's Education Department or the National Scholarship Portal.

2. **National Talent Search Examination (NTSE)**

- Eligibility: Class 8 students, although this may differ each year as NTSE is more specifically designed for Class 10; refer to the current rules.

- Scholarship Amount: rupees 1,250 per month for Class 11-12 and rupees 2,000 per month for UG and PG courses.

- Exam Pattern: Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).

- Conducting Authority: NCERT.

- How to Apply: through schools or online registration during its announcement.

3. Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY - SA Stream)

Eligibility : Primarily the scheme is for higher classes, however, 8th grade students can get prepared for the SA stream. Scholarship Amount : rupees 5,000-rupees 7,000 for every month of higher study in the science streams.

Focus : Science and research aptitude. Conducted by : IISc Bangalore.

4. **Science Olympiads (SOF - NSO, IMO, etc.)**

- Eligibility: Open to students from Class 1 to 12.

- Scholarship Amount: Prizes, medals, and scholarships based on performance.     - Exam Structure: Subject-specific tests like Science (NSO) or Mathematics (IMO).

- Conducted By: Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF).

- Application Process: Directly to school or through SOF.

5. **Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST)**

Eligibility: students of Classes 5-8 from Navodaya schools in order to receive free schooling and scholarships

Topic: General mental ability.

Conducted by : Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti.

- How to Apply: Online or through local Navodaya offices.

6. **Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition**

- Eligibility: Students in Classes 6 to 9 (mostly Maharashtra).

- Focus: Science-based aptitude and projects.

- Conducted By: Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE).

7. **State-Level Talent Search Examinations (STSEs)**

- Many states conduct their own scholarship exams for school students. Examples include the Maharashtra State Scholarship Exam and the Rajasthan STSE.

For the exact dates, eligibility criteria, and application procedures, refer to the official websites, school announcements, or the National Scholarship Portal