National Testing Agency (NTA)

• NTA is an autonomous organisation under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education.

• It is mandated with creating an exam system that is scientific and at par with global standards.

• It was established in 2017 by the central government.

• It is led by a chairperson, a highly respected individual in the education sector.

• The government will appoint a Director-General to serve as the CEO of the National Testing Agency.

• NTA is responsible for conducting competitive entrance exams like NEET, JEE, CTET, GATE, GPAT, GMAT, CAT, UGC NET, etc.

• It is registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act, 1860.

Functions

• Identify partner institutions with sufficient infrastructure to conduct online exams without disrupting their academic routine.

• Create a question bank for all subjects using modern techniques.

• Establish a strong R&D culture and a pool of testing experts.

• Assist colleges and universities in testing, providing training and advisory services.

• Conduct any other exams entrusted by Government Ministries/Departments.

• Reform and train school boards and other bodies to align testing standards with entrance examinations.