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{{Infobox examination {{Infobox examination
| name = National Level Common Entrance Examination | name = National Level Common Entrance Examination
| image_name = NLCEE Official Logo.jpg | image_name = NLCEE Official Logo.jpg
| image_size = 300px | image_size = 300px
| image_alt = | image_alt = Official logo of NLCEE
| caption = ''Official Logo of NLCEE'' | caption = ''Official Logo of NLCEE''
| acronym = NLCEE | acronym = NLCEE
| type = | type = Scholarship and Talent Identification Exam
| test_admin = | test_admin =
| skills_tested = | skills_tested = General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Problem-solving, Analytical Reasoning
| purpose = Identify academically gifted students and provide exposures | purpose = Identify academically gifted students and provide exposure opportunities
| year_started = {{Start date and age|df=yes|paren=yes|2019}} | year_started = {{Start date and age|2019|df=yes|paren=yes}}
| year_terminated = <!-- {{End date|YYYY}} --> | year_terminated = <!-- {{End date|YYYY}} -->
| duration = 3 hours | duration = 3 hours
| score_range = | score_range =
| score_validity = | score_validity = 1 year
| offered = Once a year | offered = Annually (usually in December)
| attempt_restriction = | attempt_restriction =
| regions = | regions = India
| language = English | language = ]
| test_takers = 987,650<ref>{{cite web | title = NLCEE Official Website | url = https://nlcee.org/ | website = NLCEE | publisher = NLCEE | access-date = 2025-01-06}}</ref> | test_takers = 987,650<ref>{{cite web | title = NLCEE Official Website | url = https://nlcee.org/ | website = NLCEE | publisher = NLCEE | access-date = 2025-01-06}}</ref>
| prerequisite = | prerequisite = Students from Class 9-12 or competitive exam aspirants
| fee = | fee =
| score_users = | score_users = Universities, Institutes
| qualification_rate = | qualification_rate = Top 1% merit-based
| free_label = Exposure Opportunities<ref>{{cite news |title=30 underprivileged Bihar students take maiden flight, visit IIT Guwahati |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/30-underprivileged-bihar-students-take-maiden-flight-visit-iit-guwahati/article65852729.ece |publisher=The Hindu |date=2022-09-04}}</ref>
| free_label =
| free = Visits to IITs, ISRO, NASA for selected students<ref>{{cite news |title=Talent hunt enables 30 unprivileged students from Bihar to visit IIT Guwahati campus |url=https://www.educationtimes.com/article/newsroom/94219745/talent-hunt-enables-30-unprivileged-students-from-bihar-to-visit-iit-guwahati-campus |website=Education Times |publisher=Education Times |date=2022-09-15 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref>
| free =
| website = https://nlcee.org/ | website =
| footnotes = | footnotes =
}} }}


The '''National Level Common Entrance Examination (NLCEE)''' is a ] and talent identification program conducted in ] to provide opportunities for academically gifted students, particularly from ] backgrounds.<ref>{{cite news |title=Educational startup helps fulfill underprivileged students' dreams |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2022/Sep/04/educational-startup-helps-fulfil-underprivileged-bihar-students-dream-2494874.html |publisher=New Indian Express |date=2022-09-04}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Top 20 School Scholarships in India |url=https://www.buddy4study.com/article/top-20-school-scholarships |website=Buddy4Study |publisher=Buddy4Study |date=2022-03-10 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref> The initiative offers scholarships, career guidance, and exposure visits to prestigious institutions like ] and ], aiming to reduce educational inequity.<ref>{{cite news |title=IIT-IIM Edvizo scholarship for JEE, NEET, UPSC |url=https://thebetterindia.com/247115/iit-iim-edvizo-scholarship-jee-neet-upsc-apply-details-underprivileged-exam-competitive-bulletin-vid01/ |publisher=The Better India |date=2021-01-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=IIT alumnus initiative to reduce career uncertainty |url=https://www.sentinelassam.com/cities/guwahati-city/iit-g-alumnus-programme-seeks-to-prevent-student-suicides-by-providing-career-clarity-670790 |publisher=Sentinel Assam |date=2023-01-10}}</ref> The '''National Level Common Entrance Examination (NLCEE)''' is a ] ] and talent identification examination conducted in ]. It provides opportunities for academically gifted students, particularly from ] backgrounds, by offering scholarships, career guidance, and exposure visits to prestigious institutions like ] and ].<ref>{{cite news |title=Start-up offers free coaching to 100 needy students via competitive exam |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/start-up-offers-free-coaching-to-100-needy-students-via-competitive-exam/article65490830.ece |publisher=The Hindu |date=2022-06-04}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=IIM, IIT alumni to hold scholarship exam to aid students preparing for JEE, UPSC, NEET |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/jobs-career/education-iim-iit-alumni-to-hold-scholarship-exam-to-aid-students-preparing-for-jee-upsc-neet-details-2167203/ |publisher=Financial Express |date=2021-01-08}}</ref>


== History == == History ==
NLCEE was founded in 2019 by alumni from the ] (IITs) and ] (IIMs) to address the lack of access to quality education and career guidance for economically disadvantaged students.<ref>{{cite news |title=Rashmi Rani of Purnia passed NLCEE exam, she wants to become an engineer |url=https://hindi.news18.com/news/bihar/purnia-rashmi-rani-of-purnia-passed-nlcee-exam-she-want-to-become-an-engineer-nodmk8-4583311.html |publisher=News18 |date=2023-02-10}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Honoring successful students in NLCEE |url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/bihar/aurangabad/news/successful-students-honored-in-nlcee-130279112.html |publisher=Dainik Bhaskar |date=2023-08-15}}</ref> Initially targeted at students from ] and the ], the program quickly expanded its reach nationwide, becoming one of India’s largest private scholarship initiatives.<ref>{{cite news |title=Scholarship scheme expanded |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/kolkata/scholarship-scheme-expanded/article29484704.ece |publisher=The Hindu |date=2019-09-23}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=IIT-IIM students expand scope of their scholarship scheme |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/iit-iim-students-expand-scope-of-their-scholarship-scheme-to-northeast/article29480735.ece |publisher=The Hindu |date=2019-09-23}}</ref> NLCEE was founded in 2019 by alumni from the ] (IITs) and ] (IIMs) to address educational inequity.<ref>{{cite news |title=Rashmi Rani of Purnia passed NLCEE exam, she wants to become an engineer |url=https://hindi.news18.com/news/bihar/purnia-rashmi-rani-of-purnia-passed-nlcee-exam-she-want-to-become-an-engineer-nodmk8-4583311.html |publisher=News18 |date=2023-02-10}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Honoring successful students in NLCEE |url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/bihar/aurangabad/news/successful-students-honored-in-nlcee-130279112.html |publisher=Dainik Bhaskar |date=2023-08-15}}</ref> Initially targeted at students from ] and the ], it expanded nationwide, becoming one of India's largest private scholarship initiatives.<ref>{{cite news |title=Scholarship scheme expanded |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/kolkata/scholarship-scheme-expanded/article29484704.ece |publisher=The Hindu |date=2019-09-23}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=IIT-IIM students expand scope of their scholarship scheme |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/iit-iim-students-expand-scope-of-their-scholarship-scheme-to-northeast/article29480735.ece |publisher=The Hindu |date=2019-09-23}}</ref>


== Eligibility Criteria == == Eligibility ==
The NLCEE is open to students across India from classes 9 to 12, as well as those preparing for competitive exams such as ] and ].<ref>{{cite news |title=EdTech startup Edvizo launches NLCEE for students |url=https://www.entrepreneur.com/en-in/entrepreneurs/edtech-startup-edvizos-scholarship-exam-nlcee-for-jee/365474 |publisher=Entrepreneur |date=2021-05-10}}</ref> The program is particularly focused on identifying and supporting academically talented students from ] backgrounds.<ref>{{cite news |title=Educational startup helps fulfill underprivileged students' dreams |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2022/Sep/04/educational-startup-helps-fulfil-underprivileged-bihar-students-dream-2494874.html |website=New Indian Express |publisher=The New Indian Express |date=2022-09-04 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref> NLCEE is open to students from classes 9 to 12 and competitive exam aspirants such as ] and ] candidates.<ref>{{cite news |title=EdTech startup Edvizo launches NLCEE for students |url=https://www.entrepreneur.com/en-in/entrepreneurs/edtech-startup-edvizos-scholarship-exam-nlcee-for-jee/365474 |publisher=Entrepreneur |date=2021-05-10}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Top 20 School Scholarships in India |url=https://www.buddy4study.com/article/top-20-school-scholarships |website=Buddy4Study |publisher=Buddy4Study |date=2022-03-10 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref> Special focus is given to underprivileged students.<ref>{{cite news |title=Educational startup helps fulfill underprivileged students' dreams |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2022/Sep/04/educational-startup-helps-fulfil-underprivileged-bihar-students-dream-2494874.html |website=New Indian Express |publisher=The New Indian Express |date=2022-09-04 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Scholarship scheme expanded to include remote regions |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/kolkata/scholarship-scheme-expanded/article29484704.ece |website=The Hindu |publisher=The Hindu |date=2019-09-23 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref>

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
* Students must be enrolled in a recognized educational institution or be preparing independently for competitive exams.
* There is no upper age limit; however, students must fall within the specified academic levels.<ref>{{cite news |title=IIT-IIM students expand scope of their scholarship scheme to Northeast |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/iit-iim-students-expand-scope-of-their-scholarship-scheme-to-northeast/article29480735.ece |website=The Hindu |publisher=The Hindu |date=2019-09-22 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Scholarship scheme expanded to include remote regions |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/kolkata/scholarship-scheme-expanded/article29484704.ece |website=The Hindu |publisher=The Hindu |date=2019-09-23 |access-date=2025-01-06}}</ref>


== Exam Structure == == Exam Structure ==
NLCEE involves a structured selection process, including a written test. The NLCEE consists of the following sections: NLCEE involves a written test with sections including:
# ] – Current affairs and basic general knowledge. * ] – Current affairs and basic general knowledge.
# ] – Problem-solving and ] reasoning. * ] – Problem-solving and ] reasoning.
# ] – Conceptual understanding of physics, chemistry, and biology. * ] – Conceptual understanding of physics, chemistry, and biology.
# ] – Critical thinking and reasoning skills. * ] – Critical thinking and reasoning skills.


The examination is available in both online and offline formats and is conducted in multiple languages to ensure accessibility for students from diverse regions.<ref>{{cite news |title=Golden opportunity for job in many posts in NLCEE |url=https://news4nation.com/news/golden-opportunity-for-job-in-many-posts-in-nlcee-graduate-pass-candidates-should-apply-563080 |publisher=News4Nation |date=2023-07-12}}</ref> The examination is available in online and offline formats, conducted in multiple languages.<ref>{{cite news |title=Golden opportunity for job in many posts in NLCEE |url=https://news4nation.com/news/golden-opportunity-for-job-in-many-posts-in-nlcee-graduate-pass-candidates-should-apply-563080 |publisher=News4Nation |date=2023-07-12}}</ref>


== Impact == == See also ==
# '''Lockdown Initiative''': During the ], NLCEE introduced online learning resources and scholarships to support students preparing for competitive exams such as ] and ]. This initiative helped ensure uninterrupted education despite widespread disruptions.<ref>{{cite news |title=IIT-IIM Edvizo scholarship for JEE, NEET, UPSC |url=https://thebetterindia.com/247115/iit-iim-edvizo-scholarship-jee-neet-upsc-apply-details-underprivileged-exam-competitive-bulletin-vid01/ |publisher=The Better India |date=2021-01-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=EdTech scholarships ensure access to education during COVID-19 |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2022/Sep/04/educational-startup-helps-fulfil-underprivileged-bihar-students-dream-2494874.html |publisher=New Indian Express |date=2022-09-04}}</ref>
# '''Exposure Visits''': One of NLCEE’s notable initiatives is the organization of exposure visits for top-performing students. In 2022, 30 underprivileged students took their first flight to visit ], where they were introduced to advanced educational facilities and research opportunities.<ref>{{cite news |title=30 underprivileged Bihar students take maiden flight, visit IIT Guwahati |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/30-underprivileged-bihar-students-take-maiden-flight-visit-iit-guwahati/article65852729.ece |publisher=The Hindu |date=2022-09-04}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Exposure visits boost aspirations of rural students |url=https://www.sentinelassam.com/cities/guwahati-city/iit-g-alumnus-programme-seeks-to-prevent-student-suicides-by-providing-career-clarity-670790 |publisher=Sentinel Assam |date=2023-01-10}}</ref>

== See Also ==
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== References == == References ==
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Latest revision as of 09:21, 8 January 2025

Scholarship and talent identification examination
National Level Common Entrance Examination
Official logo of NLCEEOfficial Logo of NLCEE
AcronymNLCEE
TypeScholarship and Talent Identification Exam
Skills testedGeneral Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Problem-solving, Analytical Reasoning
PurposeIdentify academically gifted students and provide exposure opportunities
Year started2019 (6 years ago) (2019)
Duration3 hours
Score validity1 year
OfferedAnnually (usually in December)
RegionsIndia
LanguagesEnglish
Annual number of test takers987,650
PrerequisitesStudents from Class 9-12 or competitive exam aspirants
Used byUniversities, Institutes
Qualification rateTop 1% merit-based
Exposure OpportunitiesVisits to IITs, ISRO, NASA for selected students
Websitenlcee.org

The National Level Common Entrance Examination (NLCEE) is a non-profit scholarship and talent identification examination conducted in India. It provides opportunities for academically gifted students, particularly from underprivileged backgrounds, by offering scholarships, career guidance, and exposure visits to prestigious institutions like IITs and ISRO.

History

NLCEE was founded in 2019 by alumni from the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) to address educational inequity. Initially targeted at students from Bihar and the northeastern states, it expanded nationwide, becoming one of India's largest private scholarship initiatives.

Eligibility

NLCEE is open to students from classes 9 to 12 and competitive exam aspirants such as JEE and NEET candidates. Special focus is given to underprivileged students.

Exam Structure

NLCEE involves a written test with sections including:

The examination is available in online and offline formats, conducted in multiple languages.

See also

References

  1. "NLCEE Official Website". NLCEE. NLCEE. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
  2. "30 underprivileged Bihar students take maiden flight, visit IIT Guwahati". The Hindu. 2022-09-04.
  3. "Talent hunt enables 30 unprivileged students from Bihar to visit IIT Guwahati campus". Education Times. Education Times. 2022-09-15. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
  4. "Start-up offers free coaching to 100 needy students via competitive exam". The Hindu. 2022-06-04.
  5. "IIM, IIT alumni to hold scholarship exam to aid students preparing for JEE, UPSC, NEET". Financial Express. 2021-01-08.
  6. "Rashmi Rani of Purnia passed NLCEE exam, she wants to become an engineer". News18. 2023-02-10.
  7. "Honoring successful students in NLCEE". Dainik Bhaskar. 2023-08-15.
  8. "Scholarship scheme expanded". The Hindu. 2019-09-23.
  9. "IIT-IIM students expand scope of their scholarship scheme". The Hindu. 2019-09-23.
  10. "EdTech startup Edvizo launches NLCEE for students". Entrepreneur. 2021-05-10.
  11. "Top 20 School Scholarships in India". Buddy4Study. Buddy4Study. 2022-03-10. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
  12. "Educational startup helps fulfill underprivileged students' dreams". New Indian Express. The New Indian Express. 2022-09-04. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
  13. "Scholarship scheme expanded to include remote regions". The Hindu. The Hindu. 2019-09-23. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
  14. "Golden opportunity for job in many posts in NLCEE". News4Nation. 2023-07-12.
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