NTA Seeks Examination Centre Empanelment
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a notice inviting eligible educational institutions, universities, and test service providers across India to apply for empanelment as examination centres. This initiative aims to expand the NTA’s infrastructure for conducting both computer-based tests (CBT) and pen-and-paper tests (PPT).
Application Deadline
Interested institutions have until December 6, 2026, to submit their applications. The application portal is available at https://t.co/CAeP1CiMYa.
Eligibility Criteria
A wide range of institutions are eligible, including government, aided, and private schools, colleges, universities, and institutes of national importance such as IITs, NITs, IIITs, IIMs, IISERs, and AIIMS. Additionally, government training and skill development centres, CBT service providers, and other organizations meeting the specified infrastructure requirements can apply.
Workstation and Seating Requirements
Institutions seeking CBT empanelment must have a minimum of 285 workstations per shift. For PPT tests, the minimum requirement is 250 seats per shift. CBT centres with fewer than 285 workstations are eligible, but only in locations with limited supply.
PPT Centre Requirements
For PPT centres, a minimum of six separate examination halls, each accommodating 40 candidates, or an equivalent arrangement, is required.
Additional Requirements
Institutions applying for CBT need to have at least four separate computer labs or halls, each equipped with 30 workstations, or an equivalent configuration.
Source: The Indian Express. Featured image credit: The Indian Express.
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