Senior Content Specialist | Updated On - Apr 23, 2024
National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) a required online test that applicants to the 5-year Integrated M.Sc. programmes at the National Institute of Science Education and Research of India (NISER Bhubaneswar) and Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai), choose either the compulsory basic sciences programme by the Department of At NEST has a goal to test the degree of comprehensive understanding, analytical skills and capacity in basic sciences of the student.
A test contains 100 multiple-choice questions distributed into 3 proportions and a subject combination of Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics over 150 minutes. The score of the NEST exam is solely used for pre-admission selection and include the interview as a part of the admission process. NEST 2023 results are expected to be announced in June 2023 which will be at the official website. NEST 2024, which is expected to be held in second week of June 2024, will take place in centers allotted for the purpose in India. It will be announced that the NEST 2024 will be conducted on the website of official NEST test, much before the day of examination.
The NEST Exam 2024 dates are typically announced in January. Please check the official website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
You can apply for the NEST Exam 2024 by visiting the official NEST website during the application period. Follow the online application process outlined on the site.
The application process for the NEST Exam usually begins in January. Refer to the official notifications for the exact start date and deadlines.
The NEST Exam covers subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and General Aptitude.
Admit cards for the NEST Exam are generally available for download in April. Check the official website for specific dates and instructions.
The eligibility criteria vary, but generally, candidates who have completed or are appearing for the 12th standard with a science stream are eligible. Refer to the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.