Syllabus (Class V)
EVS
6 chapters
- 1.Water - The Essence of Life
- 2.Journey of a River
- 3.The Mystery of Food
- 4.Energy - How Things Work
- 5.Clothes - How Things are Made
- 6.Our Vibrant Country
Maths
6 chapters
- 1.We the Travellers - I
- 2.Fractions
- 3.Angles as Turns
- 4.We the Travellers - II
- 5.Far and Near
- 6.Weight and Capacity
Exam pattern
Tier-1 is the preliminary level test for all applicants, while Tier-2 is the advanced level test for students who qualify Tier-1.
Tier 1
For all registered students
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| EVS | 21 |
| Maths | 9 |
| Total | 30 |
Marking scheme
- +4 correct
- −1 incorrect
- 0 unattempted
Tier 2
Only for students who qualify Tier 1
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| EVS | 15 |
| Maths | 10 |
| Total | 25 |
Marking scheme
- +4 correct
- −1 incorrect
- 0 unattempted
Prizes & Scholarships — Class V
1st Rank
1 student
₹11,000
Cash prize to the topper.
2nd Rank
1 student
₹5,100
Cash prize to the runner-up.
Next 11 positions
11 students
₹2,500 each
Awarded to the next 11 positions after the 2nd rank.
Total₹27,500
Scholarships
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Prizes & scholarships