At-a-Glance Examination Structure
A transparent, standardised screening — same rules and quality assurance for every candidate across India.
Six Levels. One Standardised Assessment.
Each candidate writes the paper matching their highest qualification. The structure below shows subjects, marks distribution, syllabus, and preparation guidance for every level.
Foundation level assessment
For Class 8 graduates entering vocational, residential, or scholarship pathways.
Subjects & Marks Distribution
| # | Subject | Marks | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Awareness & Bharat Knowledge | 25 | 25% |
| 2 | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Math) | 25 | 25% |
| 3 | Reasoning & Logical Ability | 20 | 20% |
| 4 | Language Comprehension (Hindi / English) | 20 | 20% |
| 5 | Career Awareness & Life Skills | 10 | 10% |
| Total | 100 | 100% |
Detailed Syllabus
General Awareness & Bharat Knowledge
- •Indian States & Capitals
- •National Symbols & Constitution Basics
- •Indian Festivals & Culture
- •Current Affairs (Last 6 months)
- •Geography & Rivers of India
- •Famous Personalities of India
Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Math)
- •Number System & Place Value
- •Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
- •Simple Interest & Profit/Loss
- •Ratio & Proportion
- •Basic Geometry & Mensuration
- •Time, Distance & Work
Reasoning & Logical Ability
- •Series Completion (Number & Letter)
- •Coding–Decoding
- •Direction Sense Test
- •Odd-One-Out
- •Blood Relations
- •Simple Analogies
Language Comprehension (Hindi / English)
- •Reading Comprehension (Short Passages)
- •Synonyms & Antonyms
- •Sentence Correction
- •Fill in the Blanks
- •Vocabulary & Idioms
- •Para-Jumbles
Career Awareness & Life Skills
- •Self-Awareness & Discipline
- •Workplace Etiquette Basics
- •Time & Money Management
- •Health, Hygiene & Safety
- •Digital Literacy Awareness
Preparation Guidance
- Revise NCERT Class 6–8 Mathematics & Hindi/English textbooks thoroughly.
- Solve at least one mock paper per week and review every incorrect answer.
- Read a newspaper or news app daily for current affairs awareness.
- Practise reasoning puzzles for 20 minutes daily to build speed and accuracy.
- Maintain a vocabulary diary — 5 new words a day in Hindi and English.
Which Paper Applies to Which Program?
The screening paper level is assigned from your highest qualification. The program you apply to decides downstream selection rounds — not the screening paper.
Residential Education & Career Acceleration
Foundation, Intermediate & Higher Secondary papers depending on candidate qualification.
Academic Scholarship Support
Merit screened across foundation to higher secondary levels.
Sports Excellence Support Program
Written paper + live performance evaluation post-screening.
Career Connect & Placement Program
Minimum 12th Pass; ITI / Graduate candidates write the level matching their highest qualification.
Fashion, Boutique & Handicraft Enterprise Operations
Open to a wide range — candidates appear in the paper matching their highest qualification.
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