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School Students
Classes 8th, 9th & 10th
For students studying in Schools and Madarsas.
The examination will assess mental ability, general awareness and class-specific scholastic aptitude.
About NTS
India's Largest Community Talent Search
The Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP) has been working since 2007 towards Education, Employment Assistance and Economic Empowerment for the community and the nation.
With the aim of developing students' general awareness, identifying talent and fostering a healthy spirit of competition, AMP launched the National Talent Search (NTS) in November 2020.
Over the years, 3.5 lakh+ students from 400+Districts have participated in NTS, making it one of India's largest community-led talent search initiatives.
The 7th Edition of AMP National Talent Search – NTS 2026 will be conducted on 5 December 2026 in Offline/Physical Mode across India. It will be open to students from Schools, colleges, Universities and Madarsa systems.
NTS 2026 at a Glance
2 Lakh+
Students Expected
1,500+
Exam Centres
400+
Districts
₹10 Cr+
Scholarship Opportunities
20,000+
Institutions
3 Competition Categories
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Junior College
Classes 11th & 12th
For students studying in Junior/Intermediate Colleges and eligible NIOS, Diploma and ITI students.
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Senior / Degree College
Undergraduate Students
For students pursuing undergraduate education, along with eligible Diploma and ITI students.
Why Participate?
More Than Just an Examination
National Recognition
Get an opportunity to compete with talented students from across India.
Scholarship Opportunities
Access ₹10 Crore+ worth of scholarships through AMP's training partners.
Cash Awards
Meritorious students can win national and state-level cash awards.
Certificates
Receive certificates of participation, merit and achievement.
Competitive Exam Readiness
Build aptitude and awareness useful for IIT-JEE, NEET, UPSC, CAT, CUET, CLAT, NDA, CDS and other competitive examinations.
Career Guidance
Get access to AMP's career guidance, skill development, employment and scholarship ecosystem, and connect with AMP's wider network of professionals, mentors and institutions.
Watch & Learn
NTS Video Highlights
Watch students, parents, and educators share their NTS experiences and guidance.
AMP National Talent Search Journey
Discover how AMP NTS has empowered thousands of students across 400+ Districts in India.
Scholarship Winners & Success Stories
Hear directly from past winners on how NTS scholarships opened doors for higher education.
How to Prepare & Excel in NTS 2026
Expert guidance on syllabus breakdown, time management, and scoring tips for MAT & SAT.
NTS aims to
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Develop awareness and a healthy competitive spirit among students.
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Identify and encourage academic talent across India.
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Assess students' general knowledge, aptitude and competitive readiness.
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Help students understand their strengths and areas for improvement.
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Prepare students for future competitive examinations.
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Provide national-level recognition to deserving students.
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Give parents and teachers a benchmark to understand students' performance.
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Connect talented students with scholarships, mentorship and development opportunities.
How to Participate
4 Simple Steps
Register
Download the AMP World App and complete your registration.
Prepare
Check the syllabus, guidelines and preparation resources.
Appear
Attend the examination at your allotted Centre.
Achieve
Check your result and access scholarships, certificates and further opportunities.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility for NTS 2026
- Students studying in Classes 8th, 9th or 10th in Schools or Madarsas.
- Students enrolled in Classes 11th or 12th during the academic year 2026–27.
- Undergraduate students enrolled in degree colleges.
- Eligible Diploma and ITI students.
- NIOS students can participate in the applicable category.
- Only Indian citizens studying in India are eligible.
- Age eligibility will be considered as per the 20 September 2026 cutoff.
Note: Selected/winning students may be required to submit valid identity and eligibility documents.
Exam Mode
Offline Examination Across India
ModeOffline / Physical
Duration90 Minutes
Questions100 MCQs
Negative MarkingNo
Exam Centres1,500+ Centres across 400+ Districts
All three categories will be conducted on the same day and at the same time nationwide.
Exam Pattern & Preparation
School Students – Classes 8th to 10th
The examination follows an aptitude-oriented pattern with:
MAT – Mental Ability Test
Common aptitude and reasoning assessment.
SAT – Scholastic Aptitude Test
Class-specific academic assessment.
Junior & Senior College Students
The examination focuses on aptitude areas relevant to major competitive and entrance examinations.
Key Areas
Quantitative AnalysisData InterpretationLogical ReasoningVocabulary & Reading ComprehensionCurrent AffairsGeneral KnowledgeIslamic Studies / Deeniyat
Scholarships & Rewards
₹10 Crore+ Scholarship Opportunities
NTS 2026 provides deserving students with access to scholarships and opportunities through AMP's training partners.
Scholarship Opportunities
- Top 500+ students – Coaching scholarship opportunities through partner institutes.
- Top 1,500+ performers – 100% to 75% scholarship opportunities.
- Additional 2,500+ students – 75% to 50% partial scholarship opportunities.
- Scholarships may cover coaching programmes such as NEET, IIT-JEE, CLAT, UPSC and other competitive examinations.
Merit-cum-Means Support
Top deserving students from families with annual income below ₹2 lakh may also receive financial assistance through IndiaZakat.com.
Certificates
Every participant gets an opportunity to receive recognition based on performance.
- Participation Certificate for all participants
- Merit Certificates for top national performers
- Special Certificates for national winners
- State-level Merit Certificates
- Recognition across AMP platforms for outstanding performers
Beyond the Exam
Your NTS Journey Doesn't End with the Result.
Selected students may also get access to:
- Career Guidance
- Employability Training
- Skill Development Programmes
- Job Fairs & Campus Placements
- Scholarship Guidance
- International Scholarship Guidance
- Higher Education Financial Assistance
- Internship Opportunities
- Mentorship through AMP Career Guidance Cell
This makes NTS a gateway to a larger education and career ecosystem, not just a one-day examination.
NTS Journey
From 2020 to 2026
2020
NTS launched nationwide.
2021–2024
Expanded its reach across states and Districts.
2025
1,05,000+ students registered with 1,238 examination Centres.
2026
7th Edition
2 Lakh+ students expected
1,500+ Exam Centres
400+ Districts
Partnership & Community Roles
Be Part of NTS 2026
Sponsor / Partner
Direct Assistance
AMP NTS 2026 Helpline
Have questions about registration, syllabus, Exam Centres or scholarships? Connect with us directly.
Daily Helpline Meeting (5 PM to 6 PM):
There will be special sessions on AMP NTS 2026, for participating students to know more about How to Register, AMP World App, Eligibility Criteria, Syllabus, Preparation & Rewards etc. every day.
Link to Join the Meeting:
NTS 2026 HELPLINEDaily Helpline Number (11 AM to 7 PM):
Please WhatsApp before calling
+91 8657 506 907 School (8th, 9th & 10th)+91 8657 506 909 Junior/ Intermediate Colleges (11th & 12th)+91 8657 003 085 Senior/ Degree Colleges (Undergraduates)
For any clarifications, email us at nts@ampindia.org
FAQ
Your Talent. Your Opportunity. Your Future.
Join 2 Lakh+ students across India in AMP National Talent Search 2026.
NTS 2026 Training Partners
Leading coaching institutions & academies partnering with AMP to offer up to 100% scholarships in IIT-JEE/NEET and foundation coaching across India.
Advisory Board
- 1.Prof. Dr Jameel Kazmi, President, Maulana Azad University-Jodhpur, Rajasthan
- 2.Prof. (Dr.) Furqan Qamar, Vice Chancellor, Integral University, Lucknow
- 3.Prof Saghir Ahmed Ansari, Professor, Dept. of Agricultural Economics and Business Management, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
- 4.Prof. Abid Haleem, Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
- 5.Dr. Faiza Abbasi, Program Director, UGC Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
- 6.Dr. A.H. Barbhuiyan, Academic Registrar, University of Science & Technology, Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya
- 7.Prof. Dr Md. Faizanuddin, Inspector of Colleges, Maulana Mazharul Haque Arabic & Persian University, Patna, Bihar
- 8.Mr. Syed Saud Akhtar, Controller of Examination, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi
- 9.Prof. Reshma Nasreen, Dean, Student Welfare, Jamia Hamdard, Delhi
- 10.Prof. Ghayur Alam, Head, Dept. of IPR & Business Law, National Law Institute University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- 11.Dr. Sarfaraz Ahmed Khan, Associate Professor, The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata, West Bengal
- 12.Dr. Sirajuddin Chougle, Principal, Maharashtra College of Arts Science and Commerce, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- 13.Mr. Mohd. Arshad Khan, Principal, Jamia Senior Secondary School, Delhi
- 14.Dr. Zubair Hudawi, Founder & Director, Qurtuba Institutions, Kishanganj, Bihar
- 15.Mr. Mujtaba Farooque, Chairman, Markazi Talimi Board, Jamat-e-Islami Hind, Delhi
- 16.Prof. Alvina Farooqui, Head, Dept. of BioEngineering, Integral University, Lucknow
- 17.Dr. Sheikh Mairaj M. Akram, Ex-Head, Dept. of Chemistry, Islamia College of Science & Commerce, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
- 18.Dr. (Lt) Nisamuddeen K., Principal, Pocker Sahib Memorial Orphanage College, Malappuram, Kerala
- 19.Dr. Gholam Sarwar, Member, Governing Body, West Bengal Urdu Academy
- 20.Dr Farhat Bano, Dean, Faculty of Arts, St. Xavier's College Autonomous, Kolkata
- 21.Dr. Kauser Ahmed P, Assistant Professor, School of Computer Science and Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu