NEST 2023

The online registration process for NEST 2023, which is the academic session for 2023-28, commenced on February 27 at 12:00 Noon and will remain open until May 17, 2023. One week prior, NISER and UM-DAE CEBS revealed the application form and examination dates for NEST 2023. The exam is scheduled to take place on June 24, 2023, across multiple centers (120 centers) throughout India on Saturday, with the first session beginning at 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM and the second session starting at 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM.

Starting from 2023, the SMAS score will be calculated by considering the best three subject scores from four subjects for both NISER and CEBS merit list preparation for NEST 2023. The calculation method for NEST 2022 NISER merit list preparation considered the SMAS score of all four subjects. It is suggested that candidates go through the NEST 2023 eligibility criteria before completing the application process.

What is NEST Entrance Exam?

NEST 2023 will be a computer-based examination held in about 120 cities across India. The exam will have four sections, each with objective (MCQ) type questions, and each section will carry 50 marks. The four sections will comprise questions related to Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. Candidates are advised to attempt all sections to enhance their chances of obtaining a better total score. The best three scores out of four sections will be used to prepare the merit list for both NISER and CEBS, and the section with the lowest score will not be considered. The duration of the exam will be three hours and thirty minutes.

NEST 2023: Highlights

NEST 2023 Important Dates

NEST Application Form 2023

On February 27, 2023, the NEST 2023 application form was made available on the official website of NISER Bhubaneswar in partnership with UM DAE CEBS. The entire process of filling and submitting the application form for NEST 2023 will be done through online mode. To complete the NEST application form 2023, candidates will have to go through several stages such as registration, providing personal information, uploading necessary documents, and paying the application fee. Prior to submitting the NEST 2023 application form, candidates are advised to double-check that all the details mentioned in the form are accurate. To learn how to fill out the NEST application form 2023, candidates can follow the steps outlined below.

Before starting to fill out the NEST application form, it is important to gather the following documents and information: a valid email ID and mobile number, the mark sheet and certificate for Class 10th and 12th, a valid ID proof such as Aadhar Card, Pan Card, Ration Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport, a scanned copy of a recent passport size photograph, and a scanned copy of the candidate's signature.

Here are the steps to follow in order to fill out the NEST Application Form 2023:

Step 1: Visit the official website of NEST, which is nestexam.in.

Step 2: Click on the 'Apply Online' button and then select 'New Registration'.

Step 3: Fill in the required details to complete the registration process.

Step 4: Click on the 'Register' button after entering all the necessary details.

Step 5: The login credentials will be sent to the candidate's registered mobile number and email-Id.

Step 6: Login using the received credentials and fill in the NEST application form by providing the required information and uploading the necessary documents.

Step 7: Pay the application fee using a credit card, debit card, or net banking and then submit the application form.

NEST Application Fees 2023

NEST Eligibility Criteria 2023

The NEST Eligibility Criteria consists of various regulations and conditions that all applicants must meet prior to applying for the entrance exam. Below are some of the significant NEST 2023 Eligibility Criteria:

Age Requirement:

The candidate must have been born after August 2000.

This applies to both general and OBC candidates.

SC/ST candidates are granted a relaxation of five years.

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have completed the 10+2 exam from a recognized board.

Final year students are also eligible to apply.

Academic Qualification:

Candidates must have studied Mathematics as a compulsory subject in their 10+2 exam.

Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Life Science subjects are also mandatory.

Minimum Marks Required:

General category students are required to have a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in their 10+2 final exam.

For SC/ST candidates, the minimum aggregate marks required are 55%.

State-wise Quota:

Candidates from J&K, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana states have a 15% quota.

NEST Admit Card 2023

The NEST 2023 admit card is scheduled to be released on June 12th, 2023, and will be made available on the official website - nestexam.in. Only those candidates who have successfully completed and submitted the NEST 2023 application form will be issued the admit card. The admit card can be downloaded by logging in with the candidate's registration ID and password. The NEST admit card 2023 contains details about the candidates, the exam, and the test center's address. The exam center will be mentioned on the admit card based on the candidate's updated preferences or last saved locations only. It is important to take a clear and legible printout of the admit card and bring it to the exam center. The NEST admit card must be preserved until the admission process is completed.

To download the NEST 2023 admit card, candidates need to follow the steps given below:

• Visit the official website of NEST 2023 or use the direct link provided to download the admit card.
• Click on the 'Download Admit Card' tab and you will be directed to the admit card login page.
• Enter your application number or User ID and password which was provided to you after NEST 2023 registration.
• Once you log in, click on the 'Admit Card' tab which can be found on the dashboard.
• Verify all the details mentioned on the admit card and if there are no errors, download it.
• After downloading the NEST 2023 admit card, take printouts on an A4 size sheet. Make sure to keep extra copies of the admit card as it will also be needed during the seat allotment and counselling process of NEST 2023.

NEST 2023 Exam Centres

NEST 2023 Exam Pattern

Candidates who plan to appear for the NEST entrance exam should review the NEST exam pattern 2023 in order to gain insight into the question paper. The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) establishes the NEST Exam Pattern annually, and all relevant information is posted on the official website. The NEST 2023 will be conducted in approximately 90 exam centers. By reviewing the NEST exam pattern, candidates will gain a better understanding of the question paper's format and structure. The NEST exam pattern 2023 includes important information such as the exam's mode and medium, duration, total marks, number of sections, and marking scheme.

The NEST 2023 question paper is divided into four sections, each containing single or multiple-choice questions on four different subjects. According to the NEST exam pattern, candidates are permitted to attempt as many subject sections as they wish (in addition to the required three). To calculate the final NEST result 2023, the highest scores from three subject sections, as well as the general section scores, are taken into account. Check the NEST exam pattern 2023 for a better understanding of the question paper.

NEST 2023 Syllabus

NEST 2023 syllabus is designed based on the NCERT and CBSE curriculum of 11th and 12th grade. The questions in the exam are intended to assess the candidate's understanding of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.

Physics:

Chemistry:

Mathematics:

Biology:

NEST Result 2023

The NEST 2023 results will be announced on the official website. Candidates can access their results by logging in with their email address and credentials. In addition to this, students will need to provide the roll number given on their NEST admit card.

• Here are the steps to check the NEST Result 2023:
• Visit the official website of NEST 2023.
• Click on the link for NEST 2023 results.
• Enter your email address and password to log in.
• Enter your roll number, which is mentioned on the admit card.
• The NEST result 2023 will be displayed on the screen.
• Check your result and take a printout for future reference.

NEST Counselling 2023

• After the NEST 2023 results are announced, the counselling schedule will be published on the official website. Candidates who have qualified for the exam will receive an expression of interest (EOI) for joining NISER. The deadline to fill and submit the EOI letter will be communicated to the candidates. As per the schedule, candidates must appear at the counselling venue on the specified date and time.
• The first phase of counselling will be a joint counselling for NISER Bhubaneshwar and UM-DAE CBS, Mumbai. Candidates must bring the original and photocopies of all required documents. Failure to fulfill any of the criteria may lead to cancellation of admission. Admission will be based on the modified merit list.
• Candidates may withdraw their admission by sending a mail or appearing in person. If there are any vacant seats available, a second counselling will be held, which will not be a joint counselling.

NEST 2023 Reference Books