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NISER Bhubaneswar Admission 2026: Fees, Courses, Eligibility and Selection

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    NISER - National Institute of Science Education and Research Admission Process 2026

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    Q:   Can I join NISER after Class 12?
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    Yes, aspirants who wish to apply for NISER UG programme i.e. Integrated BSc + MSc can join after Class 12. Aspirants must complete Class 12 or equivalent examination with at least 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PD Category) to apply for Integrated MSc programme. Besides, aspirants must pass NEST exam for admission to Integrated BSc + MSc course.

    Q:   How is NISER Bhubaneswar for B.Sc?
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    NISER Bhubaneswar (National Institute of Science Education and Research) is a prestigious institution in India known for its B.Sc academic programs and cutting-edge research in Science disciplines such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. The faculty is highly qualified and actively engaged in significant research, often with international collaborations. The campus offers modern infrastructure, including state-of-the-art laboratories, well-maintained hostels, sports facilities, and a comprehensive library, fostering a vibrant student life with numerous extracurricular activities. Graduates from NISER have excellent placement opportunities in top research institutes, academia, and industry, and many pursue advanced studies. Located in Bhubaneswar, a city rich in cultural heritage and growing as an IT and educational hub, NISER provides an enriching environment for academic and professional development.

    Q:   Does NISER Bhubaneswar refund fees?
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    NISER Bhubaneswar's fee refund policy may vary depending on the specific circumstances and the timing of withdrawal or cancellation of admission. It is a good university.

    However, if the withdrawal occurs after a certain point in the academic calendar or after classes have commenced, the refund amount may be reduced or it is no refund may be provided.

     

    Q:   How can I get admission in NISER Bhubaneswar?
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    Candidates must first register for NISER Bhubaneshar admission. Aspirants must apply with an application fee for NEST. There is no application fee for PhD programme. The institute selects candidates for Integrated BSc + MSc course based on NEST score. National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) is conducted jointly by the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar and Mumbai University - Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS). For PhD programme, admission is based on GATE, JEST, GPAT, CSIR NET,  ICMR JRF score.

    NISER - National Institute of Science Education and Research B.Sc. Admission 2026

    1 courses 5 years
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    • Accepting Exams: NEST

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    DatesUpcoming Events
    24 Jun '26
    		NEST 2026 Exam Result
    Jul '26-Sep '26
    		NEST NISER 2026 CounsellingTentative
    25 Jun '26 - 25 Dec '26
    		NEST 2026 Exam Result
    DatesPast Events
    6 Jun '26
    		NEST 2026 Exam Date
    18 May '26
    		NEST 2026 Admit Card
    5 Jan '26 - 8 Jan '26
    		NEST 2026 Application Process
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    Q:   What is the selection criteria for NISER BSc?
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    NISER conducts NEST examination with University of Mumbai for selecting candidates for Integrated BSc + MSc programme. NEST is a competitive examination in India that assesses the knowledge and aptitude of candidates in the field of basic sciences. Apart from qualifying NEST, aspirants also need to complete Class 12 or equivalent examination with at least 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PD Category) for admission to Integrated BSc + MSc course.

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    NISER Bhubaneswar Application Process 2024

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    Q:   When will the NEST application form 2026 release?
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    The NEST 2026 application form was released on January 5, and continued till April 8. The application process is completely online. The application correction facility was available from April 18 to April 19, 2026.

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    Q:   Is NEST enough for NISER Bhubaneswar, B.Sc admissions?
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    Yes, the National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) is sufficient for NISER Bhubaneswar B.Sc admissions. Candidates should seem for the NEST examination and qualify to be eligible for admission to the Integrated B.Sc M.Sc direction at NISER Bhubaneswar. Age Criteria: Candidates belonging to the overall and OBC category should be born on or after August 1, 2004. Candidates belonging to ST/SC/PwD classes have a 5-12 months relaxation in the higher age restriction. Other Eligibility: Candidates with most effective letter grades available should put up a certificate from the worried Board specifying the equivalent percentage of marks. Necessary certificates assisting eligibility standards should be submitted at the time of admission.

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    NISER Bhubaneswar Scholarships

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    Q:   Are there any scholarships for NISER PhD students?
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    Yes, NISER Bhubaneshwar offers fellowships to PhD students. Under the fellowship, students are offered INR 31,000 for the first two years, which will subsequently be enhanced to INR 35,000 for the remaining three years, subject to the condition that he/ she fulfills all the requirements of the Institute that will be stipulated from time to time.

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    Q:   Does NISER Bhubaneswar offer merit scholarships for BSc course?
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    Yes, NISER Bhubaneswar offer Merit Scholarships for BSc students. Below are the details for NISER Scholarships for BSc students:

    ScholarshipScholarship Amount
    INSPIRE Programme of the Department of Science & Technology, Government of IndiaINR 5,000 per month
    Summer Internship GrantINR 20,000 annually
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    NISER Bhubaneswar
    Students Ratings & Reviews

    4/5
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    Placement Review IconPlacements3.0
    Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.4
    Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.2
    Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.0
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    Placements: There are no placements inside the college as many students want to do Ph.D. instead of getting placed after M.Sc. The university tries to bring in placements, but only 9 students show interest among 100 students. NISER is not for placements. Almost everyone who tries to get an internship gets it. Every student prefers Ph.D., so there are no top roles offered for students in our college. BARC takes M.Sc. students directly from our college, because our college is associated with BARC.
    Infrastructure: Classrooms are hi-tech, ranging from 50 to 300 seating capacity, with projectors and smart boards. There are no Wi-Fi problems because each class has a separate router, which is sufficient to provide Wi-Fi for all. The library is advanced with systems and self check-in and check-out kiosks, with centralized AC all over the library and classrooms. Sports facilities are also good and in very good condition. The hostel provides different varieties of food with a good menu; the hostel is also good.
    Faculty: The teachers are very well qualified, they do research here and teach as part-time. We have classes only for about 4 hours a day. Their teaching is engaging and fun. These courses are very relevant for the upcoming years. Math's is a bit tough compared to other subjects, but it is manageable. The pass CGPA to get the monthly stipend is 6 CGPA. Fests cost about 16,000 + tax for the college, including hostel and mess, which is about 23,000 per semester.
    Other: It is a good place if you want to do research and pursue a career in science. Fests cost 4 Lacs for 5 years.
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    3.0Placements5.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    The college has good infrastructure.
    Placements: There is a need for improvement in the administration of the University and the timing of the classes being conducted. Most of the students got placements in the placement cell organized by the college, and mostly junior students get internships through it.
    Infrastructure: The connectivity is very good, and the labs of our computer lab are great because there is new software installed, and the recent edition of PCs are running on it. The fastest processors are available in the laptops. The food quality in the canteen is good, but there is no South Indian food.
    Faculty: Teachers are not studying daily, and they are teaching us for only 30 minutes in a lecture. Teachers teach us with the help of smart boards, and sometimes they teach us by using PPT presentations and other materials. If you are fully present in the classroom, then you don't face any problems in exams.
    Other: Events are conducted by the college throughout the year, and all are good.
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    NISER Bhubaneswar for M.Sc. course admission.
    Placements: This college has the best placement facilities available, but it is not for everyone because there is a condition for participating in the placement required, 50% marks are compulsory in your final exam. The salary offered ranges from 2 LPA to 5 LPA, but these companies do not offer any roles to students.
    Infrastructure: This college has good hostel facilities, and they are similar to facilities in the college departments. These facilities like classrooms, hostel rooms, bathrooms, labs, fast Wi-Fi, elevators, etc. Sports and game facilities are also available every year.
    Faculty: This college faculty members are very strict, but teachers are very intelligent and have good behavior towards students. Teachers in this college are Ph.D. scholars and provide good teaching knowledge of the subject. The course curriculum is relevant, and the passing marks score is not difficult.
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    3.8
    3.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    NISER looks good from the outside but disappoints from the inside.
    Placements: Mostly, students go for a PhD and not for placements. The lowest package ranges from 6-7 LPA. The highest package ranges from 20-30 LPA. Almost 90% of students get internships here. If we want to get a job, then we can go into various industries, but a PhD is recommended, and after that, we will get more job opportunities.
    Infrastructure: Top-class facilities are available. It also provides world-class labs. Wi-Fi is available with a speed of 10-15 Mbps. In the hostel, LAN is available with a speed of 350-400 Mbps. Mess food is the worst here. Medical facilities are given. Almost all sports are available with the best cricket ground.
    Faculty: Teachers are very qualified and knowledgeable. The course curriculum is good. The only problem here is with Maths subjects as teachers tend to fail us so we have to give our 100% to just barely pass. Semester exams are very difficult, and quizzes are taken regularly. The pass percentage is around 60-70%.
    Other: There are no major events here. I honestly feel food should be improved and Maths can be made easier for 1st year students.
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    1.0Placements4.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money
    Really good campus for enjoying life with freedom from anyone.
    Placements: No direct placements offered by any company, but most of the time, students go for higher studies in other institutions or private companies internationally. So, students looking for placements should search for a job personally after college.
    Infrastructure: Good, everything is very good. Wi-Fi speed goes to the moon in a few minutes, but fluctuates sometimes. It's okay, no data limit, infinite data. Labs are good, international-level university. Hostel is good, but the single room is small for one person. The two-person room is good with space available.
    Faculty: Good, very intelligent professors. All international scientists attend conferences every year around the world. Teaching quality is top class, and the curriculum is strong for building good scientists for the future of the human race and ethical purposes.
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    Good infrastructure and research support.
    Placements: Most of them are pursuing a PhD in prestigious universities in India or abroad. There is not a placement cell as such, but I am pursuing my PhD in Canada with an annual stipend of INR 15 Lakh per annum. For my department (chemistry), it was mainly Macleod Pharmaceuticals.
    Infrastructure: Everything that a private college can provide, NISER provided. They have a huge funding from the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. The hostel was way above par with regard to government institutes. The food is also very good, and there are a lot of options for every type of diet.
    Faculty: Some of them are the most prominent scientists in their fields. Maybe due to that, the lower-level courses are hard to teach for them, but for research purposes, this institute is one of the top in the country. The course closely follows UGC guidelines, but the Institute make tweeks where necessary and beneficial for the students.
    Other: Every Integrated MSc student gets 5000 INR per month as a scholarship and another 20000 INR for summer or winter internships done in NISER or other institutes in India.
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    NISER Bhubaneswar Admission 2024 FAQs

    Q:   What are the courses offered by NISER?
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    National Institute of Science Education and Research part of the Homi Bhabha National Institute offers five-year Integrated BSc + MSc and a PhD course at UG and doctoral levels. The institute conducts National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) for selecting aspirants for Integrated BSc + MSc programme. Besides, NISER also accepts national-level entrance exams like GATE,  JEST,  GPAT,  CSIR NET, etc. for PhD admission. 

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    How can I apply for NISER Bhubaneshwar?

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    There happen to be some admission rounds at the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) Bhubaneswar offering varied programs for aspirants.

     The most important entrance exam is NEST, through which a student can get admission for any undergraduate program, such as for instance, a

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    What is the application fee for the B.Sc programme at NISER Bhubaneswar?

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    NISER Bhubaneswar offers a 5-year Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. course at the UG level. Application fees for the Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. course at NISER Bhubaneswar is not mentioned on the official website. Generally, it is INR 200 to INR 300. You can get detailed information from the college administra

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    What is the last date to apply for NISER Bhubaneswar admission?

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    NEST 2024 Notification

    Exam Name National Entrance Screening Test 2024

    Conducting Authorities NISER, Bhubaneswar, and UM-DAE CEBS, Mumbai

    Course Offered 5-year integrated M.Sc. programme in basic sciences

    Application Period April 3 to May 31, 2024

    Exam Date June 30, 2024

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    Is it easy to get admission in NISER Bhubaneswar?

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    The admission to NISER Bhubaneswar is based on entrance exams like NEST, GATE, NET, etc. The institute conducts National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) for shortlisting candidates for Integrated BSc + MSc program. The selection process for NISER Ph.D. involves candidates qualifying the NET (CSIR-UGC

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    How much rank should I score to get a seat at NISER Bhubaneshwar?

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    The rank needed to get a seat at this institution would depend on the category you belong to and the round you are applying in. 

    According to the NISER Bhubaneshwar NEST cutoff 2025 for the General AI category, the maximum cutoff accepted was 1972. Students can see the table below to know the maximum

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