NSAT syllabus 2026 has been prescribed by Noida International University. The exam syllabus is course specific. This is to ensure the candidates are judged fairly on their knowledge and interest. Candidates planning to appear for the NSAT exam, must study every topics included in the syllabus thoroughly to meet the admission cut off. Check below, course wise NSAT syllabus.
- NSAT 2026 syllabus for BTech
- NSAT 2026 syllabus for BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB
- NSAT Exam Pattern 2026
- Tips to prepare for NSAT 2026
- NSAT 2026 FAQs
NSAT 2026 syllabus for BTech
In the NSAT question paper for BTech course. Subject specific questions will be asked from the topics that you've studied in class 11 and 12.
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Maths
- Biology
There will be 75 questions in total of 2 marks each.
Commonly asked questions
The NSAT syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude includes all Maths topics you studied in Class 9 and 10 such as, Number System, Ratio & SI/ CI, Trigonometry, Percentages, Time, speed and distance/ Time and Work, Geometry & mensuration, Profit, loss and discount, Algebra, PnC, Probability & Set theory. To prepare for this section, refer to sample papers and question banks.
The topics included in NSAT syllabus for Reasoning are, Analytical reasoning, Series & sequences, Analogy, Data Interpretation, Blood relation, Syllogisms, Visual reasoning, Bar Graph, Line Graph and Pie Chart, Table Chart. Candidates must practice a good number of and a wide variety of Logical Reasoning practice questions to prepare for this section.
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.
NSAT 2026 syllabus for BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB
BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB aspirants must prepare the following topics to crack NSAT 2026:
NSAT syllabus for English
Prepare following topics of English section:
| Reading comprehension |
Synonyms and antonyms |
Cloze test (fill in the blanks) |
| Spot the error/Sentence completion |
Para- Jumble |
Grammar |
NSAT syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude
Prepare following topics of Quantitative Aptitude section:
| Number System |
Percentages |
Profit, loss and discount |
| Ratio & SI/ CI |
Time, speed and distance/ Time and Work |
Algebra |
| Trigonometry |
Geometry & mensuration |
PnC, Probability & Set theory |
NSAT syllabus for Reasoning
Prepare following topics of Reasoning section:
| Analytical reasoning |
Series & sequences |
Analogy |
| Data Interpretation |
Blood relation |
Syllogisms |
| Visual reasoning |
Bar Graph, Line Graph |
Pie Chart, Table Chart |
NSAT syllabus for General Knowledge
Prepare the following topics of General Knowledge section:
| Current Affairs |
Business Affairs |
World Record |
| Awards and Prizes |
Static GK |
Personalities |
| Books and Authors |
Geography and History |
Politics |
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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 |
No, NSAT or NIU Scholarship cum Admission Test is not mandatory for NIU admission. The institute also accepts CUET for technical programmes. If a candidate has CUET score they can directly seek admission to NIU through counselling. However, if a candidate wishes to appear for NSAT and use its score for admission, they are allowed to do so.
NIU admission process through NSAT includes shortlisting of candidates for counselling, conduct of counselling round and final selection. Candidates who meet NSAT cut off or CUET cut off, are shortlisted for admission and a provisional merit list is released. Selected candidates are then required to reserve seat by paying 50 percent of the semester fee. The remaining fee is to be paid within a month to confirm admission.
NSAT Exam Pattern 2026
NSAT is an MCQ based exam. Every question has 4 options to choose the correct answer from. Check below, key highlights of the exam.
| Specifications |
NSAT Pattern |
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|---|---|---|
| Type of Questions |
Objective-Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
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| Medium of Exams |
English |
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| Duration |
1.5 hours |
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| Number of questions |
75 |
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| Total marks |
150 |
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| Marks per question |
2 marks |
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Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
There is no particular date for NSAT. Candidates are allotted an exam date and slot as per their registration and availability.
Tips to prepare for NSAT 2026
- NSAT is an easy exam, so it will not take much time to prepare for it.
- BTech applicants need to revise their Class 12 subjects and they will be sorted.
- BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB applicants need to study quants, reasoning and general awareness.
- Candidates can prepare for these subjects with NSAT sample papers and BBA entrance practice questions.
- About 2-3 months will be more than enough to prepare for NSAT.
- Those who have prepared for JEE Main or CUET may need lesser time.
Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
NSAT 2026 FAQs
Check below some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on NSAT 2026:
NSAT exam preparation includes covering the syllabus topics wise and practice of sample questions. The syllabus pertains to subjects studied in class 11 and 12, so essentially it will require revision of the same.
NSAT result is shared with candidates in email. Those who appear for the exam receive their scorecard in email as attachment. Test takers must keep a check on their registered email ID for NSAT result. Incase, a candidate does not get the result on time they must check their spam/junk folder. They can also contact the examination body to obtain their result.
It is not compulsory to attempt all sections of NSAT, but it is recommended to do so. Skipping an entire section will affect your overall score and you might not make the cut.
NSAT is a low difficulty level exam. The questions are simple and straightforward. All the questions are in MCQ format with four options so it is easier to answer them. There is no sectional cut off requirement.
Sectional weightage in NSAT is equal for all sections. NSAT BTech paper has 25 questions each in Physics, Chemistry and Maths. Similarly, NSAT BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB papers have 25 questions each in English, Logical Reasoning and General Awareness.
NSAT preparation does not require too much time. It is an easy exam and about 2 months will be enough to prepare for it.
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You can apply for BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB courses through NSAT. The entrance exam is mandatory for admission to these courses.
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NSAT application fee can be paid through account transfer and demand draft. Candidates must make sure their demand draft, along with duly filled form is received by the institute before the last date of application submission.
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There is no provision of form correction in NSAT. Thus, candidates must fill the application form carefully without any error.
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The NSAT application fee is non-refundable. Candidates can not request for fee refund under any circumstances.
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The NSAT application window is open for over 4-5 months. There is no specific date of application closure. Since the classes for UG courses start by July-August, the application window is usually open until June.
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There is no provision to fill the NSAT application form offline. Candidates can fill it only in online mode at the institute website.
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No, NSAT syllabus is not difficult. It includes topics and chapters studied in Class 11 and 12. Candidates can crack the NSAT syllabus by revising the topics studied in school.
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Sectional weightage in NSAT is equal for all sections. NSAT BTech paper has 25 questions each in Physics, Chemistry and Maths. Similarly, NSAT BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB papers have 25 questions each in English, Logical Reasoning and General Awareness.
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It is not compulsory to attempt all sections of NSAT, but it is recommended to do so. Skipping an entire section will affect your overall score and you might not make the cut.
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