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AMP National Talent Search 2026
Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP) has been actively working since 2007 in the areas of Education, Employment Assistance, and Economic Empowerment for the Community and the Nation. With the aim of enhancing students' general awareness and fostering a spirit of healthy competition, AMP launched a nationwide competition National Talent Search in November 2020.
The 7th Edition of the AMP National Talent Search 2026, one of the largest talent search competitions in India, is scheduled for December 2026. This nationwide competition will be conducted in Offline/Physical mode and is open to students from all education boards, universities, and Madarsa systems across India.
The competition will be conducted in the following three categories:
- 1School Students (8th, 9th & 10th Standard)
- 2Junior College Students (11th & 12th Standard)
- 3Senior/Degree College Students (Undergraduates)
Scholarships Worth ₹10 Crore+ & Cash Prizes
Empowering academic ambition with nationwide coaching scholarships, cash awards for category toppers, merit-cum-means financial aid, and long-term career support.
Scholarships
Scholarships Worth ₹10 Crore+ for Top 5,000+ Students!
- The top 500+ performers in AMP NTS 2026 will be eligible for 100% scholarships for coaching programs such as NEET, IIT-JEE, CLAT, and other competitive exams. These will be offered by AMP's partner coaching institutes across India.
- An additional 2,500+ high-performing students will receive partial scholarships ranging from 75% to 50%.
- Shortlisted students may be required to appear for an offline test, interview, and/or counselling, conducted by AMP, its training partners, or both.
- The final selection process will follow established models used by national admission authorities (e.g., NEET counselling procedures).
Important Notes:
- •Scholarships are offered exclusively by AMP's training partners as a fee waiver on their annual tuition structure.
- •Scholarships apply to tuition fees only, and may or may not include residential facilities.
- •For updates and detailed information, please visit the AMP website, which will be updated regularly.
Cash Prizes worth Rs. 5 Lakh+!
All CategoriesCash Awards for Students (All Categories): Top performers in each category will receive the following cash prizes
| Rank | Cash Award |
|---|---|
| 1st Position | ₹30,000 |
| 2nd Position | ₹20,000 |
| 3rd Position | ₹10,000 |
| 4th to 10th Position Winners | ₹2,000 each |
| 11th to 50th Position Winners | ₹1,000 each |
| State Topper (in each category) | ₹1,000 each |
Academic Scholarships
Merit-cum-Means Support for 500 Needy Students
•The top 500 deserving students from all categories will receive financial assistance of ₹10,000 or more through AMP's crowdfunding platform – IndiaZakat.com.
Eligibility Requirement:
The student's family income must be below ₹2,00,000 per annum.
•AMP will guide eligible students in applying for these scholarships via IndiaZakat.com.
Certificates
Special e-Certificates for Top 50 National-level Winners (in each category)
Special e-Certificates
For Top 50 National-level Winners (in each category)
E-Certificates of Merit
For Top 1%, 2%, 5%, 10%, and 20% in the nation (in each category)
State-level Recognition
E-Certificates for Top 10 State-level Winners & Top 1% in the States (in each category)
E-Certificates of Participation
Awarded to all verified registered participants
Additional Benefits for Students
In addition to the competition, AMP offers a range of support services to aid students in their academic and professional journey. AMP will provide priority access to the following student-focused initiatives:
Employability Training Programs (ETPs)
Soft skills & interview readiness
Job Fairs & Campus Placement Programs
Via AMPowerJobs.com
Skill-Based & Job-Oriented Training Programs
Industry-aligned vocational skills
Scholarship Guidance & Application Support
National & state schemes navigation
International Scholarship Guidance
Global academic opportunities
Financial Aid for Higher Education
Via IndiaZakat.com crowdfunding
Internship Opportunities
Corporate & non-profit experience
One-on-One Mentorship
AMP Career Guidance Cell & Industry Connect
National Talent Search 2026 At a Glance
Essential facts, eligibility rules, and key benefits you need to know about the National Talent Search.
Competition Highlights
- 2 Lakh+ students from 20,000+ schools & colleges participating across India.
- 1,500+ Exam Centres in 600+ Districts across all states.
- ₹10 Crore+ scholarships & ₹5 Lakh+ cash awards for top performers.
Key Objectives
- Build competitive awareness and test exam readiness early on.
- Prepare students for IIT-JEE, NEET, UPSC, CAT, CLAT & NDA.
- Provide career mentorship, counselling, and national recognition.
Eligibility Criteria
- School Students: Enrolled in Classes 8th, 9th, or 10th & Madrasas.
- College Students: Junior College (11th & 12th) & Senior Degree Colleges.
- Diploma, ITI, and NIOS students in India are eligible.
Exam Pattern & Mode
- Conducted 100% in Offline/Physical Mode on 5th December 2026.
- 90-minute paper featuring 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- No negative marking; crafted by distinguished national academicians.
Syllabus
- Mental Ability Test (MAT): 50 MCQs on logical, verbal & non-verbal reasoning.
- Scholastic Aptitude (SAT): 50 MCQs tailored to School & College levels.
- Comprehensive guidelines & curriculum breakdowns across all tiers.
Mock Papers
- Previous years' official question papers (2020–2025) and master answer keys.
- Dedicated practice sets for School, Junior College & Senior Degree students.
- Available in English, Hindi & Urdu mediums for real offline exam simulation.
Eligibility Criteria for NTS 2026
- Students currently enrolled in classes 8th, 9th, or 10th at schools or madrasas (age alignment - 13 years with class 8th, 14 years with class 9th, and 15 years with class 10th).
- Students enrolled in junior (11th & 12th) or degree college during the academic year 2025–2026.
- Diploma and ITI students aged 15–17 qualify under the junior college category; those aged 17–21 qualify under the senior college category.
- NIOS students take the school-level exam for secondary (class 10th) and the junior college-level exam for senior secondary.
- Only Indian citizens studying in India are eligible.
- All age criteria are based on cutoff date of October 2, 2025.
4 Simple Steps
Register
Register through either of the following:
Select Your Exam Centre
Download Your Hall Ticket
Appear for the Examination
Student's Instructions
Exam Day Guidelines
National Talent Search NTS 2026 is a national-level scholarship examination conducted by the Association of Muslim Professionals. It is designed to familiarize students with competitive examinations and is prepared by distinguished academicians and industry professionals.
This section outlines the essential exam day guidelines for students appearing in the offline mode of the AMP NTS 2026.
Exam Day Schedule at a glance:
| Particulars | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| NTS 2026 Exam Date | 5th December 2026 |
| Duration of NTS 2026 exam | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM (90 minutes) |
| Candidates Reach Exam Centre Before | 09:30 AM |
| Entry Starts | 10:00 AM |
| Last entry in the Examination Hall | 10:30 AM |
| Announcement of important Instructions Checking of Hall Ticket and Aadhar Card by the invigilator | 10:30 AM to 10:45 AM |
| Distribution of the OMR Sheet | 10:45 AM |
| Writing of particulars on the OMR Sheet by the candidates | 10:50 AM |
| Question Paper Distribution | 10:55 AM |
| Starting time of NTS 2026 Examination | 11:00 AM |
| AMPNTS 2026 concludes Sharp | 12:30 PM |
NTS 2026 Syllabus at a glance:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline Mode |
| Duration of Examination | 90 minutes |
| Medium of Exam For School | English, Hindi, Gujarati, Bengali and Urdu |
| Medium of Exam For Colleges - Junior / Intermediate Colleges (11th & 12th Standard) - Senior / Degree Colleges (Undergraduate) | Only English |
| Type of questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Sections For Schools (8th, 9th & 10th) | 1. Mental Aptitude Test (MAT) 2. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
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| Sections For Colleges - Junior / Intermediate Colleges (11th & 12th Standard) - Senior / Degree Colleges (Undergraduate) |
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| Total number of questions | 100 questions (All are Compulsory) |
| Maximum marks | 100 Marks |
| Marking scheme | For each correct answer, the candidates will be awarded 1 mark; there will be NO Negative Marking. |
Prohibited Items:
Examination centres will be under live surveillance. Any attempt to use unfair means or malpractice will lead to strict disciplinary action.
NTS 2026 enforces strict rules and regulations that all candidates must follow. No storage facilities will be provided at the centre. Do not bring valuables to the Exam Centre.
Possession of any of the following prohibited items will result in disqualification from appearing in the examination.
Candidates are strongly advised not to carry any of the items listed below:
- 1.Geometry boxes
- 2.Pencil boxes
- 3.Calculators
- 4.Pens, scales, writing pads
- 5.Erasers, pen drives, or printed materials
- 6.Mobile phones
- 7.Bluetooth devices
- 8.Earphones or headphones
- 9.Smartwatches, pagers, health bands
- 10.Watches, wallets, handbags
- 11.Belts, caps, and ornaments (including jewellery)
- 12.Microchips, hidden cameras, or any other gadgets that may be used for unfair means
Each candidate must carry the following:
- •NTS 2026 Hall Ticket
- •Aadhar Card (Original)
- •Ballpoint Pen (Black or Blue ink only)
- •School/College ID Card (if applicable)
Exam Day Instructions for Candidates:
Regularly check the NTS official website, your registered email, SMS, and AMP World App for important updates.
OMR Sheet Guidelines:
OMR sheets will be distributed 15 minutes before the exam.
Fill in the required information carefully, including:
- •Your Category/Class
- •Question Paper Set Number
- •You must sign the OMR sheet before the exam begins.
- •You will be given five minutes before the exam to review the Question Paper.
- •After the exam, submit your OMR sheet to the invigilator before leaving the exam room.
Entry and Seating:
- •Visit your exam centre a day in advance to familiarize yourself with the venue.
- •Each candidate will have a designated seat with their roll number. Ensure you occupy the correct seat.
- •Arrive on time, as late entry will not be permitted under any circumstances.
Other Important Instructions:
- •Eating or drinking is not allowed inside the exam hall.
- •Candidates with genuine medical conditions may be allowed after prior assessment and approval.
- •Candidates must stay in the Exam Centre until the test concludes.
- •Do not adopt or support any unfair examination practices. Violation will result in disqualification.
By following these guidelines, you help ensure a smooth, fair, and stress-free exam experience for yourself and others.
For any queries or clarifications, please contact the official support on the AMP World App or visit the NTS official website.
AMP wishes you the very best for your NTS 2026 examination.
Stay calm, follow instructions, and give it your best shot!
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Become a Mobilization Partner
NGOs and Institutions can become our Mobilization Partner for AMP NTS 2026. With this effort, we would like to make this competition a national community initiative.
Role of Supporting NGO/Partner:
- Promote NTS 2026 in your area, serve as an Exam Observer at the nearest centre, and assist students with completing their online registration.
- Connect with all schools, teachers, principals, management, colleges, professors, and higher education leaders across your city.
- Engage with community leaders, Ulema, NGOs, and partner organisations.
Benefits:
- Capacity Building of Member Organizations.
- Execution of AMP Projects in partnership with Member Organizations in your respective Geographies.
- Replication of work of successful Member Organizations at local level.
- Planning for future with set goals and plans.
Participate in AMP NTS
As an individual, contribute to the National Talent Search by participating in one of the following roles:
Become an NTS Volunteer
Individuals passionate about supporting students can join AMP NTS as Volunteers
Role of NTS Volunteer:
- Promote NTS in your city, institution, and neighborhood, while encouraging institutions nearby to participate and helping students register online.
- Build connections with schools, colleges, educators, administrators, community leaders, Ulema, NGOs, and work closely with other NTS ambassadors.
- Act as a local representative by raising awareness, supporting student registration, and collaborating with partners in your city or state.
- Managing volunteers and interns
- Coordinating meetings and team communications
- Assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring follow-ups
Internship Program (Degree College & University Students)
This is an excellent opportunity for committed and dynamic students to gain hands-on experience and contribute to one of India's largest talent search competitions.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- District Coordination – Promote the NTS 2026 competition within your institution, city, district, and state.
- Social Media – Research and collect relevant data for outreach and promotion.
- Outreach – Connect using existing data and engage with educational institutions and management in your city/district through reference calling.
Benefits:
- Receive an official Internship Certificate acknowledging your participation by AMP.
- Letter of Recommendation highlighting your contributions and skills.
- Get preference for involvement in other AMP initiatives.
Become an NTS Trainer
Guide candidates, train volunteers, and orient examination center coordinators across India.
- Conduct sessions for students to explain the NTS 2026 syllabus, motivate them, and guide their preparation.
- Orient exam centers on logistics, planning, student registration, and support the smooth execution of NTS 2026.
- Brief invigilators and observers on exam procedures, roles, and guidelines to ensure fair and efficient conduct.
Become an NTS Observer
Become an AMP NTS 2026 Exam Observer & ensure a smooth and fair exam experience for all Students appearing for the Exam.
Role as an Exam Observer:
- Supporting the Exam Center in maintaining the integrity & fairness of the examination process
- Upholding the standards & ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to prove their knowledge and competitive skills.
Be a Part of the AMP National Talent Search
Join us and contribute to the success of AMP NTS in various roles:
Your Talent. Your Opportunity. Your Future.
Join 2 Lakh+ students across India in AMP National Talent Search 2026. Registrations close on 20th November 2026 · Exam on 5th December 2026.