The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) is an annual entrance examination conducted for students seeking admission to the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) Bhubaneswar and the University of Mumbai – Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS). NEST is renowned for its rigorous assessment of scientific aptitude and conceptual understanding in the field of science, making it a sought-after examination for aspiring science enthusiasts across India.
NEST 2023 Highlights
| Name of the Exam | NEST – National Entrance Screening Test |
| Date of NEST 2023 exam | June 24, 2023 |
| Exam conducting body | NISER, Bhubaneshwar and UM-DAE CEBS, Mumbai |
| Mode of exam | Online mode |
| Duration of exam | 3 hours |
| Paper Language | English |
| Total marks | 230 |
| Number of Sections | 5 |
| Courses offered | 5 year integrated M.Sc courses |
NEST 2024 Exam Dates
| Events | Dates 2024 |
| Application form starts | 4th week of February 2024 |
| Last date to submit | 3rd week of May 2024 |
| Admit Card | 2nd week of June 2024 |
| Exam date | 4th week of June 2024 |
| Release of Answer key | 4th week of June 2024 |
| Result | 2nd week of July 2024 |
NEST 2024 Application Form
Following are the detail about NEST 2024 Application Form with some instructions:
- The NEST 2024 Application Form will release in fourth week of February 2024.
- Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria before filling the application form.
- Applicants must fill the application form with details such as personal, academic, contact details, etc.
- Application form for NEST 2024 will be available through online mode.
- After filling the details, upload the scanned photograph and signature in prescribed size and format.
- The last date to submit the application form will be till third week of May 2024.
- At last, submit the form and take the printout of the application form for future reference.
Application Fee:
- The NEST 2024 Application Fee will be submitted through online mode.
- Candidates will be able to pay the fee using Debit card, Credit card, and Net bankingApplication fee for different category will be as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/ OBC candidates (male) | Rs. 1200/- |
| Female/ SC/ ST candidates | Rs. 600/- |
NEST 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for NEST 2024 is mentioned below:
- Age Criteria: The candidate must born on or after 1st August 2003 to be eligible for exam. For SC/ ST Divangjan candidates age is relaxed by 5 years.
- Qualification: Applicants must qualify 12th/ intermediate or equivalent from any recognized board in year 2022 or 2023.
- Subject: In qualifying exam, candidates must pass with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology to be eligible for exam.
- Marks: The minimum marks candidates must score at least 60% marks (55% marks for reserved category candidates).
- Appearing: Applicants appearing in final year in 2024 will also be eligible to apply for exam.
NEST 2024 Exam Pattern
Candidates must check following exam pattern for NEST 2024 below:
- Exam mode: The exam will be conducted through online (CBT) mode.
- Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes will be allotted to candidates to solve the paper.
- Type of Question: The paper will contain Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Marks: There will be total 200 marks in the exam.
- Sections: There will be total 4 sections in the exam.
- Marking scheme: 2.5 marks will be given for correct answer and 1 mark will get deducted for an incorrect answer.
NEST 2024 Syllabus
The NEST syllabus will be released on the basis of 11th and 12th class. The candidates must prepare from NCERT and CBSE pattern.
Check the various topics for NEST exam provided below:
- Chemistry: Measurement in chemistry, Mole concept, Atomic Structure and chemical bonding, Gaseous and liquid states, thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, solid state, solutions, s-block elements, Aldehydes and Ketones, amines, etc.
- Physics: Units and dimensions, significant figures, design of some experiments, Graphical representation, and interpretation of data, conservation of angular momentum, pressure in a fluid, sound, and mechanical waves, etc.
- Mathematics: Algebra, Logarithms, Trigonometry, analytical geometry, differential calculus, integral calculus, vectors.
- Biology: Cell Biology, Genetics and Evolution, ecology, Human and Environment, biotechnology, digestive system, developmental biology, immunology, systematics.
FAQ?
Age Criteria: The candidate must born on or after 1st August 2003 to be eligible for exam. For SC/ ST Divangjan candidates age is relaxed by 5 years. Qualification: Applicants must qualify 12th/ intermediate or equivalent from any recognized board in year 2022 or 2023.
The NEST Exam is conducted annually in online mode for Integrated MSc program: Biology. Chemistry.
Age Limit: Category must be born on or after 1st August 2002 to be eligible for NEST. 5 years of relaxation will be given to SC/ ST category applicants.
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