Paper Analysis
Maths Syllabus
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Key Takeaways
Mathematics had 20 of the 100 SAT questions.
Questions match the Class IX–X level.
Algebra, geometry and mensuration are core areas.
NTSE Maths Syllabus
Mathematics carried 20 questions in the SAT paper. Although it is the smallest section, maths questions often take more time, so accuracy and speed both matter.
Note: NCERT did not prescribe a fixed NTSE syllabus. Its brochure states that questions conform to the level of Classes IX and X. The topics below follow NCERT Class IX–X textbooks, which have been rationalised in recent years, so use the latest textbooks for study.
Class IX Maths Topics (NCERT)
Area | Topics |
|---|---|
Algebra | Number systems, polynomials, linear equations in two variables |
Geometry | Lines and angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles |
Coordinate Geometry | Cartesian plane, plotting points |
Mensuration | Heron's formula, surface areas and volumes |
Statistics | Data representation |
Class X Maths Topics (NCERT)
Area | Topics |
|---|---|
Number systems and algebra | Real numbers, polynomials, pair of linear equations, quadratic equations, arithmetic progressions |
Geometry | Triangles (similarity), circles |
Coordinate Geometry | Distance and section formulae |
Trigonometry | Trigonometric ratios, identities, heights and distances |
Mensuration | Areas related to circles, surface areas and volumes |
Statistics and Probability | Mean, median, mode; basic probability |
Related: SAT Pattern · Subject-Wise Weightage
Pro Tip: Learn key formulae for areas, volumes and trigonometric ratios by heart. It saves valuable time in a 120-minute paper.
Source: NCERT NTSE Information Brochure (latest published edition).
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