National Standard Examination in Astronomy (NSEA) 2017 Detailed Analysis
On 26th November 2017, NSEA
(National Standard Examination in Astronomy) – 2017 exam was conducted
by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) at many centers all
over the country. NSEA is the stepping stage for selection of aspiring
and talented students in the astronomy Olympiad Program. The student can
move forward to other stages only after clearing this stage.
Eligibility: Only Indian
citizens with date of birth between 1 July 1998 and 30 June 2003, both
days inclusive and studying in Class XII or lower as of November 30,
2017, can apply and appear for NSEA 2017. The student has to himself
re-assure his eligibility. At any stage if the student is found to be
not eligible for the exam, he/she may be disqualified from the program.
The student must not be appearing in NSEJS 2017.
Syllabus: The syllabus for National Standard
Examination in Astronomy (NSEA) is almost similar as the curriculum of
senior secondary level (Class XI and Class XII) of CBSE. However, only
basic guideline for the course is mentioned. No detailed syllabus is
given for NSEA. There is greater emphasis on physics and mathematics
(calculus not asked) and elementary astronomy.
Question Paper: The
medium of test was English only and it comprised of 80 objective type
questions, each with only one of the four options correct with 3 marks
each and -1 negative marking for incorrect answer.
Qualifying for the Second Stage: The basic objective
of conducting this test is not focusing on merit but to involve as many
students from the country to participate in the exam and try to show
and expose their talent. Hence the selection to the stage II
examinations i.e. Indian National Olympiad Examinations (INOs) is based
on the following scheme.