A1. The Doon School Scholarship Examination.
Q2. Why should my son/ward appear for the DSSE?
A2. A chance to study at The Doon School on a scholarship in case you are a meritorious candidate The amount of financial aid will be determined by the Scholarship committee based on the documents provided by the parents.
Q3. Can only boys register?
A3. Yes, The Doon School is an all boys residential school
Q4. For which classes does the candidate appear ?
A4. Class VII entry and Class VIII entry
Q5. What is the criteria to register?
A5. 11 – 12 years on 30th September 2023 – For Class VII entry & 12 – 13 years on 30th September 2023 – For Class VIII entry
Q6. What is the date of the Examination?
A6. 16th July, 2023
Q7. Which areas will the candidates be assessed on?
A7. Case Study & Reasoning, English and Mathematics
Q8. What is the mode of examination?
A8. Mode of examination will be an online examination
Q9. What is the format of the examination ?
A9. The format will be MCQ (Multiple-Choice Question)
Q10. What is the time duration of each exam?
A10. 45 mins each subject
Q11. What is the Registration Process ?
A11. Visit our Website – https://www.doonschool.com/dsse/
- Fill Online Registration Form
- Pay the Registration Fee Online
Q12. What is the Registration Fee for DSSE?
A12. Rs 100/-
Q13. Is DSSE the final exam to get selected for the Scholarship ?
A13. No. Successful candidates will be eligible to appear for the Main Admissions Test which will take place on 1st October, 2023.
Q14. If a candidate is not able to qualify DSSE, can he still appear for the Main Admissions Test ?
A14. Yes. The candidate can appear for the Main Admission Test after paying the Registration Fee (29,000 INR- 36,000 INR) as per the School’s Admissions Policy.
Q15. If the candidate was registered earlier and the Registration Fee is paid, can that student still appear for the DSSE?
A15. Yes, however, your registration fee will not be refunded.
Q16. How much Scholarship will a candidate receive if he qualifies the Main Admission Test ?
A16. The Scholarship amount will be decided by the committee after reviewing all the financial documents submitted by the parents/guardians of the candidate.
Q17. Can an NRI/ Foreign National appear for the DSSE ?
A17. No. This exam is only for Indian citizens residing in India only.
Q18. What are the next steps after a candidate successfully clears the DSSE ?
A18. Once the candidate successfully clears the DSSE he is then eligible to appear for The Doon School Main Admission Test. Although the parents do not have to pay The Doon School registration fee for the main admission test they still have to bear the expense that may be needed for them to travel to the nearest examination centre.
Q19. How do I prepare my son/ward for the DSSE?
A19. As per NCERT guidelines for English and Mathematics
- For Class VI appearing for Class VII examination
- For Class VII appearing for Class VIII examination
- For “Case Study & Reasoning“ – We do not expect the child to prepare. All answers should be spontaneous and reflect the true nature of the candidate.