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National Level Common Entrance Examination
Official Logo of NLCEE
AcronymNLCEE
Skills testedGeneral Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Problem-solving and Analytical Reasoning
PurposeIdentify academically gifted students and provide exposures
Year started2019 (6 years ago) (2019)
Duration3 hours
Score validity1 year
OfferedOnce a year (usually in December)
LanguagesEnglish
Annual number of test takers987,650
Websitehttps://nlcee.org/

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

History

NLCEE was founded in 2019 by alumni from the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) to address the lack of access to quality education and career guidance for economically disadvantaged students. Initially targeted at students from Bihar and the northeastern states, the program quickly expanded its reach nationwide, becoming one of India’s largest private scholarship initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

The NLCEE is open to students across India from classes 9 to 12, as well as those preparing for competitive exams such as JEE and NEET. The program is particularly focused on identifying and supporting academically talented students from underprivileged backgrounds.

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.

Exam Structure

NLCEE involves a structured selection process, including a written test. The NLCEE consists of the following sections:

  1. General knowledge – Current affairs and basic general knowledge.
  2. Mathematics – Problem-solving and analytical reasoning.
  3. Science – Conceptual understanding of physics, chemistry, and biology.
  4. Logical Reasoning – 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.

Impact

  1. Lockdown Initiative: During the COVID-19 lockdown, NLCEE introduced online learning resources and scholarships to support students preparing for competitive exams such as JEE and NEET. This initiative helped ensure uninterrupted education despite widespread disruptions.
  2. 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 IIT Guwahati, where they were introduced to advanced educational facilities and research opportunities.

See Also

References

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  21. "Top 20 School Scholarships in India". Buddy4Study. Buddy4Study. 2022-03-10. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
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