NSAT Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration
NIU Scholarship Cum Admission Test 2026 ( NSAT )
NSAT exam pattern 2026 is same as last year. Exam will be conducted for 150 minutes in which candidates will have to solve 75 objective type questions based on relevant subjects. Every question will carry 2 marks for correct attempt and 0 marks for incorrect attempt. There is no negative marking. Check below latest NSAT exam pattern.
- NSAT Pattern 2026 (Course wise)
- NSAT Marking Scheme
- NSAT Syllabus
- NSAT Pattern: Section-wise Distribution of questions
NSAT Pattern 2026 (Course wise)
The NSAT exam pattern is prescribed by Noida International University. The NSAT 2026 question paper will carry multiple choice questions from the relevant subjects. Read below all about NSAT exam pattern 2026 and prepare for the upcoming test:
| Specifications |
NSAT Pattern for BTech |
NSAT Pattern for BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB |
|---|---|---|
| Subjects |
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology |
English/Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning & General Awareness |
| Type of Questions |
Objective-Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
|
| Medium of Exams |
English |
|
| Duration |
1.5 hours |
|
| Number of questions |
75 |
|
| Total marks |
150 |
|
| Marks per question |
2 marks |
|
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Commonly asked questions
NSAT syllabus for BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB courses include all the important topics of English/Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning & General Awareness. NSAT syllabus for BTech includes Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology. Candidates planning to appear for NSAT, must study all the topics included in the syllabus for up to Class 12 level.
NSAT BTech syllabus can be said to be same as JEE Main syllabus because it also includes Physics, Chemistry, Maths but NSAT syllabus is not as vast as JEE Main and the exam is not as tough as JEE Main either.
NSAT Marking Scheme
NSAT has no negative marking. Check below marking scheme for all courses:
- Number of questions: 75
- Marks per question: 2
- Total marks: 150
It is not mandatory to attempt all the questions but candidates should aim to attempt a minimum of 50-60 questions to get a good score. Better the score, greater the chances of being shortlisted for admission.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, NSAT syllabus for BTech is based on class 12 chapters of Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Biology. The NSAT BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB syllabus includes English and Maths of class 9 -10 level. Reasoning and GK are additional subjects.
Some of the important topics of English section in NSAT exam are Reading comprehension, Spot the error, Sentence completion, Synonyms and antonyms, Para- Jumble, Cloze test (fill in the blanks), Grammar.
To clear the NSAT exam, candidates have to study the following subjects:
Course | Subjects |
|---|---|
BTech | Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology |
BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB | English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and GK |
NSAT Syllabus
NSAT syllabus is common for BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB. BTech syllabus for NSAT is subject specific. Check below the main subjects to study for this exam:
| NSAT BTech syllabus |
NSAT BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB syllabus |
|---|---|
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Commonly asked questions
Some of the important topics of English section in NSAT exam are Reading comprehension, Spot the error, Sentence completion, Synonyms and antonyms, Para- Jumble, Cloze test (fill in the blanks), Grammar.
To complete NSAT syllabus within the given time limit, make a day-wise plan to cover all the topics. Keep aside some time for practice questions and revision, too.
NSAT Pattern: Section-wise Distribution of questions
NSAT BTech Course
Check below sectional break up of NSAT BTech test:
| Topics |
Distribution of questions |
|---|---|
| Physics | 25 |
| Chemistry | 25 |
| Maths or Biology | 25 |
NSAT BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB Courses
Check below sectional break up of NSAT BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB tests:
| Topics |
Distribution of questions |
|---|---|
| English/Verbal Ability | 25 |
| Logical Reasoning | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 |
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Commonly asked questions
NSAT is an MCQ based exam. Check below the NSAT exam pattern.
Particulars | Details |
Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology (BTech) English/Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning & General Awareness (BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB) |
Type of Questions | Objective-Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
Duration | 1.5 hours |
Number of questions | 75 |
Total marks | 150 |
NSAT BTech syllabus can be said to be same as JEE Main syllabus because it also includes Physics, Chemistry, Maths but NSAT syllabus is not as vast as JEE Main and the exam is not as tough as JEE Main either.
NSAT syllabus for BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB is somewhat same as CUET syllabus. However, if you plan to appear for the exam, check for NSAT syllabus specifically and prepare only those topics that are included in it.
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To clear the NSAT exam, candidates have to study the following subjects:
Course | Subjects |
|---|---|
BTech | Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology |
BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB | English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and GK |
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 hours ago
Some of the important topics of English section in NSAT exam are Reading comprehension, Spot the error, Sentence completion, Synonyms and antonyms, Para- Jumble, Cloze test (fill in the blanks), Grammar.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 hours ago
NSAT is an easy exam. The questions asked are familiar and easy. Candidates can crack NSAT with about 2-3 months of preparation. Those who have appeared for JEE Main or CUET find NSAT very easy.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 hours ago
Yes, NSAT syllabus for BTech is based on class 12 chapters of Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Biology. The NSAT BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB syllabus includes English and Maths of class 9 -10 level. Reasoning and GK are additional subjects.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 hours ago
To complete NSAT syllabus within the given time limit, make a day-wise plan to cover all the topics. Keep aside some time for practice questions and revision, too.
J
Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 hours ago
NSAT BTech syllabus can be said to be same as JEE Main syllabus because it also includes Physics, Chemistry, Maths but NSAT syllabus is not as vast as JEE Main and the exam is not as tough as JEE Main either.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 hours ago
NSAT syllabus for BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB is somewhat same as CUET syllabus. However, if you plan to appear for the exam, check for NSAT syllabus specifically and prepare only those topics that are included in it.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Yes, you can fill the NSAT application form first and pay the fee later. But make sure to pay the fee before the last date otherwise, your application will be cancelled.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
After NSAT result announcement, candidates selected for admission have to pay 50% of the semester fee and confirm admission before the deadline. If they fail to do so, their candidature will be cancelled.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
No, it is not allowed to change the test centre after NSAT 2026 admit card has been released. Candidates will have to appear for the exam at the centre as mentioned in the NSAT admit card.
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Contributor-Level 6
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