NEST 2025 Exam: Registration, Eligibility, Dates & Syllabus

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NEST Exam Details Overview 2025

The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) is an annual college entrance examination in India conducted for admission into the National Institute of Science Education and Research, Bhubaneswar (NISER) and the Center for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai.NEST 2025 is a compulsory online/computer-based test for admission to the five-year Integrated MSc program in Biology. The exam follows the NCERT/CBSE science syllabus of class XI-XII and includes sections on Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

The NEST 2025 exam notification has been released, providing essential details for candidates. The exam is scheduled to take place on June 22, 2025, in two shifts - morning and afternoon. Registration is expected to commence on February 17, 2025, with the deadline set for May 09, 2025.

NEST Important Dates 2025

NEST 2025 Notification was released on the official website of NEST on 17^th February 2025. Candidates can apply online from 17^th February 2025 to the last date 09^th May 2025. Candidates must frequently check EaseTolearn to be updated on important and recent NEST 2025 exam notifications.

• Release of NEST Notification 2025 –17^th February 2025
• Starting date of NEST Application Form 2025 –17^th February 2025
• Last date to submit NEST Application Form 2025 – 09^th May 2025
• Correction of NEST Application Form 2025-10^th May 2025 to 14^th May 2025
• NEST Mock Test Opening date - 16^th May 2025
• Release of NEST admit card– 02^nd June 2025
• NEST examination date 2025 – 22^nd June 2025
• Date of Online portal to challange the answer keys - To Be Notified
• Date of NEST Result Announcement- To Be Notified

NEST Eligibility Criteria 2025

The eligibility criteria for NEST 2025 are as follows:

• Age Criteria: There is no age limit for appearing in the NEST 2025 examination.
• Qualification: Applicants must have passed the 12th/intermediate or equivalent examination from a recognized board in either 2023 or 2024. Those appearing for the final year in 2025 are also eligible. Secure a position in the NEST 2025 merit list.
• Subjects: Candidates must have passed with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology as mandatory subjects in the qualifying exam.
• Marks: A minimum of 60% marks is required for general category candidates in aggregate or equivalent grade in class 12 examination (55% for reserved categories).

How to Apply for NEST 2025

To apply for NEST 2025, candidates need to follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website (https://www.nestexam.in/).
2. Click on the "Online Application" tab and enter basic details.
3. Log in and fill in personal, address, and educational qualification details.
4. Upload a scanned photograph and signature (each file should be less than 200 KB).
5. Review all details in the form.
6. Submit the application fee online.
7. After fee submission, take a printout of the application form.

NEST Application Fee 2025

Here is the application fee for NEST 2025:

The NEST 2025 Application Fee must be paid online through net banking, credit/debit cards, or both.

NEST Examination Centre 2025

NISER is the allocating authority, and it reserves the right to assign NEST Exam Centres to all candidates. The NEST Admit Card will include the Exam Centre that has been assigned to you. Candidates must specify their preferred NEST Exam centre, as well as the state code where it is located.

NEST Admit Card 2025

The NEST 2025 admit card is expected to be released on 02^nd June 2025. Candidates can download the admit card by entering their registration credentials. The admit card will contain personal details, exam date and time, exam center address, and exam day guidelines. It is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam center, and candidates should preserve it until the counseling or admission process is complete.

NEST Exam Important Links 2025:

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NEST Exam 2025: FAQs

1. What is NEST?
• NEST stands for the National Entrance Screening Test. It is a competitive examination conducted annually for admission to the 5-year Integrated M.Sc. program in basic sciences, including Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics, at the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and the University of Mumbai - Department of Atomic Energy Center for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai.

2. Who conducts the NEST exam?
• The NEST exam is conducted jointly by the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and the University of Mumbai - Department of Atomic Energy Center for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai.

3. What is the eligibility criteria for NEST?
• Candidates who have passed their 10+2 examinations with at least 60% marks in aggregate (or equivalent grade) in the science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology) from a recognized board are eligible to apply. There is a relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Additionally, candidates appearing for the 10+2 examination can also apply, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.

4. What is the exam pattern for NEST?
• The NEST exam consists of four sections: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. The total marks for the exam are 200, and the duration of the exam is 3 hours and 30 minutes. The questions are of objective type, and there is negative marking for incorrect answers.

5. How can I apply for the NEST exam?
• Candidates can apply for the NEST exam online through the official website. The application process generally starts in January, and the last date for submission of applications is usually in March. Candidates need to fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee as per the instructions provided.

6. What is the syllabus for the NEST exam?
• The syllabus for the NEST exam is based on the NCERT curriculum of classes XI and XII for the respective subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology). Candidates are advised to thoroughly study the prescribed syllabus to perform well in the exam.

7. What is the selection process after the NEST exam?
• Based on the performance in the NEST exam, candidates are shortlisted for further rounds of selection, which may include counseling and/or interview rounds conducted by the participating institutes (NISER and UM-DAE CEBS). Final admission is granted based on the overall performance of the candidate in the exam and subsequent selection rounds.

8. Is there any age limit for appearing in the NEST exam?
• No, there is no specific age limit for appearing in the NEST exam. Candidates of all ages meeting the eligibility criteria can apply for the exam.