Class 9 students in Delhi schools
MVPP (Mukhyamantri Vigyan Pratibha Pariksha)
The Mukhyamantri Vigyan Pratibha Pariksha (MVPP) is a scholarship exam run by the Directorate of Education, Government of Delhi, for Class 9 students. It identifies and encourages talented students in science, mathematics and reasoning, and awards a scholarship to the best performers.
Last reviewed October 2026
At a glance
- Conducted by
- Directorate of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi
- For
- Students of Class 9 in Delhi schools (government, aided and recognised private schools)
- Eligibility
- A minimum score in Class 8 (60% for General candidates, with a lower limit for reserved categories). The circular gives the exact figure each year
- Papers
- A Mental Ability Test and a Scholastic Aptitude Test, in multiple-choice form
- Scholarship
- A one-time award of Rs 5,000 for students in the merit list (the top 1,000 in recent years), with a merit certificate
- When
- Registration and exam are announced each year in a circular on the Directorate of Education website
What the exam tests
- Mental Ability: reasoning, patterns, series, analogies and logical thinking.
- Scholastic Aptitude: Science, Mathematics and Social Science concepts from the Class 8 and Class 9 syllabus.
Benefits of taking it
- A chance at a scholarship and a certificate.
- Early exposure to competitive-style papers.
- A clear picture of your strengths and weak areas.
- Better reasoning and analytical skills, which also help in later exams.
How to prepare
- Revise Class 8 and Class 9 Science and Mathematics with understanding, not rote learning.
- Practise reasoning questions daily: series, coding, analogies and puzzles.
- Solve previous years' papers with a timer.
- Take a few mock tests and analyse the mistakes.
Dates, eligibility and the registration process are published by the Directorate of Education each year. Watch for the circular and apply through your school.
How to prepare
- 1
Watch for the circular
The Directorate of Education publishes the notice. Your school registers eligible students.
- 2
Build the base
Revise Class 8 and 9 Science and Mathematics concepts.
- 3
Practise reasoning
A little every day beats a long session before the exam.
- 4
Take mock papers
Practise in the real timing and review each paper.
How Gyan Sanchar can help
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Frequently asked questions
Who can take MVPP?
Class 9 students of Delhi schools who meet the Class 8 marks requirement set in the circular.
How much is the scholarship?
A one-time award of Rs 5,000 for students in the merit list, according to recent circulars. Confirm in the current notice.
How do I register?
Registration is arranged through your school after the Directorate of Education announces the exam.
Official sources
Dates, fees and eligibility are announced here. Always check the latest notice before you apply.
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