NSAT BTech 2026: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results
NIU Scholarship Cum Admission Test 2026 ( NSAT )
NSAT exam 2026 will be conducted in multiple phases. Candidates can apply for the exam at the university website. NSAT 2026 registration window is currently open. NSAT exam will be followed by GD/PI. Those who will clear the written test will be invited for GD/PI. Final admission will be based on candidate's performance in the GD/PI round. Candidates having JEE Main and CUET UG scores can also apply for UG admission. Such candidates do not have to appear for NSAT. Read here all about NSAT 2026 exam.
- What is NSAT?
- NSAT Exam Highlights 2026
- NSAT Syllabus 2026
- NSAT Exam Date 2026 and Application Process
- NSAT 2026 Selection Process
- NSAT Contact Information
What is NSAT?
NIU Scholarship cum Admission Test or NSAT is a common entrance test for admission to Noida International University’s various undergraduate and postgraduate courses like B Tech, BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB, BTech+MTech, BBA+MBA, BAJMC courses. For non-technical programmes, admission process consists only of GD/PI. The entrance exam is of 1.5 hours in which candidates have to attempt 75 questions from subjects studied in class 11 and 12. NSAT qualifying candidates are offered admission to their chosen courses.
NSAT Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Candidate must have scored at least 50% in Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board or university, in relevant education stream.
- Those who have appeared for Class 12 exam are also eligible to apply. However, their admission will be provisional until submission of passing certificate.
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.
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 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.
NSAT Exam Highlights 2026
NSAT is conducted for multiple courses like BBA, BTech, BBA LLB. It is the main criteria for admission to UG courses. Candidates can appear for it as per the course of their choice. Check below, key highlights of NSAT 2026 exam:
| NSAT Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NIU Scholarship cum Admission Test (NSAT) |
| Conducting Institute | Noida International University (NIU) |
| Exam Level | University level |
| Courses Offered | B Tech, BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB, BTech+MTech, BBA+MBA, BAJMC |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Exam Duration | 1.5 hours |
| Total questions | 75 |
| Total marks | 150 |
| Website | https://niu.edu.in/ |
| Contact Details | info@niu.edu.in internationaloffice@niu.edu.in admissions@niu.edu.in internationaladmissions@niu.edu.in (+91) 8745862200 (+91) 0120-4862200 |
Commonly asked questions
There is no particular date for NSAT. Candidates are allotted an exam date and slot as per their registration and availability.
NSAT is conducted for admission to UG courses, thus the minimum eligibility criteria is class 12 or equivalent pass. The candidate must have scored a minimum of 50 percent in their class 12 exam. For, BBA, BBA LLB course, the stream of education can be ARrts, Commerce or Science. BTech applicants must have completed their class 12 from Science stream (with maths).
NSAT application fee is INR 1100. The fee is to be paid at the time of form submission. There is no fee relaxation for any candidate. Candidates must ensure that they pay NSAT fee before application closure to be eligible for the exam. The fee can be paid online.
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 Syllabus 2026
Check below course wise syllabus for NSAT 2026. The question paper will have questions from topis studied in school so preparation will not be tough. Candidates can revise their class 11 and 12 syllabus and practice some NSAT sample questions:
| Course |
NSAT Syllabus |
|---|---|
| BTech |
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| BBA, BA LLB and BBA LLB |
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Commonly asked questions
NSAT exam is of low difficulty level. Candidates can get a high score in the exam by studying the basics of topics included in syllabus and practicing a few sample papers.
NSAT exam is conducted for 1.5 hours. There is no break inbetween. There is no sectional time limit too, so candidates will have to be mindful of time distribution for each section.
There is no negative marking in NSAT. Candidates will get 0 if they have made a wrong attempt.
Check below section wise weightage in NSAT:
BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB | BTech | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Topics | Distribution of questions | Topics | Distribution of questions |
English/Verbal Ability | 25 | Physics | 25 |
Logical Reasoning | 25 | Chemistry | 25 |
General Awareness | 25 | Maths or Biology | 25 |
NSAT Exam Date 2026 and Application Process
Since, NSAT is conducted in multiple phases, the exam date is shared with candidates in emai. After the candidate registers for the exam, the NSAT exam date 2026 will be shared with candidates as per the choice indicated in the application form. Candidates can appear for the exam in both online and offline mode. Check below the process of NSAT registration 2026:
- Visit NIU website https://niu.edu.in/
- Click on 'apply now 2026' tab
- Enter name, phone number, courses, etc, and click on ‘apply online’
- After successful registration, login with shared login ID
- Fill NSAT 2026 form with relevant information personal and academic details
- Upload a recent passport size photo
- Pay application fee of INR 1,100
Documents required for application:
The following documents are required for NSAT application form filling and admission:
- Class 10 marksheet or equivalent degree
- Class 12 or equivalent marksheet
- Graduation or equivalent marksheet for postgrad zduate courses
- Certification for Equivalence from AIU (if applicable)
- CUET counselling letter (if applicable)
- Transfer / Migration certificate (if available)
- Aadhaar Card
- 4 recent passport-size photos
Commonly asked questions
There is option to submit NSAT application form with late fee. Candidates who miss the application deadline can register in the next phase of NIU admission.
There is no option to edit the NSAT application fee after it has been submitted. If you have made an error, you will have to register again and pay the fee again.
NSAT application fee is non-refundable. There is no provision to seek refund of fee amount under any circumstances. Thus, candidates must fill the form only if they are sure of appearing for the test.
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.
NSAT 2026 Selection Process
NIU admission process includes NSAT and Counselling. Candidates who clear the NSAT exam have to participate in the counselling process which includes GD/PI to confirm a seat at the institute. Check details below:
NIU Admission Process
NSAT Registration 2026
Interested candidates can apply for NSAT by filling the application form online as well as offline. The NSAT application form fee is INR 1,100 as application fee.
NSAT admit card 2026
NSAT 2026 admit card will be sent to each registered candidate through email once their application form has been received by the admission cell. Upon successful verification of candidate's eligibility, the admit card will be emailed within a week. The NSAT admit card is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam hall.
NSAT exam 2026
NSAT is conducted in online mode and exam dates will be shared with candidates upon registration. Candidates have to attempt the exam and solve the questions within a time limit. The format of questions is MCQ from the relevant subjects in Class 11 and 12, for BBA.
Check: NSAT exam pattern
NSAT Result 2026
NSAT result 2026 will be announced online and phase wise. Test takers will receive their scorecards in email. The NSAT scorecard will contain candidate's details and marks (sectional and overall). Candidates are advised to keep a check on their email inbox for scorcard.
NSAT Counselling
As part of NSAT counselling process, the university will issue an offer of admission or provisional admission letter if student qualifies in the entrance test. The student selected for admission will be required to reserve his/her seat by paying minimum 50 per cent of the semester fee immediately failing which the seat can be allotted to other student.
The fee paid against Reservation of seat is non-refundable/non-transferable. Registered students are suggested to pay the balance fee mentioned in their provisional admission letter within 30 days of their reservation of seat to confirm their admission failing which the allotted seat can be transferred to the waiting list students.
Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
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.
NSAT admit card is issued soon after the application form is submitted. It can be downloaded from the dashboard. Candidates have to carry the hard copy of the admir card on the exam day.
NSAT Contact Information
Campus:
Noida International University, Plot 1, Sector-17 A, Yamuna Expressway, Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh 203201
Applications open @ Noida International University - Apply Now
Corporate Office:
309, Jaipuria Plaza, Sector-26, Gautam Budh Nagar, Noida-201301 (U.P) India
Phone numbers:
(+91) 8745862200
(+91) 0120-4862200
Email IDs:
info@niu.edu.in
admissions@niu.edu.in
internationaladmissions@niu.edu.in
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 10 hours ago
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 |
M
Contributor-Level 6
Answered 10 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 11 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 11 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.
P
Contributor-Level 6
Answered 11 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 11 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.
S
Contributor-Level 6
Answered 11 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.
N
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.
P
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.
J
Contributor-Level 6
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