NIMCET 2026 Exam Centres: Check State-wise Test Centres List & More

National Institute of Technology Master of Computer Applications Common Entrance Test 2026 ( NIMCET )

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Rashmi Karan
Updated on Dec 11, 2025 12:12 IST

By Rashmi Karan, Manager - Content

The authorities will release the NIMCET 2026 exam centres. The list of cities where the examination will be conducted can be checked through the NIMCET exam centres. While filling out the NIMCET 2026 application form, candidates would need to select their preferred exam cities in order of preference. The candidates will be able to choose three NIMCET exam cities in 2026. Since the preference will be considered when allotting NIMCET exam centres in 2026, candidates are advised to fill out their choices carefully. The details regarding the allotted exam centres will be released through the NIMCET 2026 admit card. Read to know more about NIMCET Exam Centres.

Table of contents
  • NIMCET 2026 Exam Centres
  • NIMCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • NIMCET 2026 Exam Centres - Highlights
  • NIMCET Exam Pattern
  • Which details will be available on the NIMCET admit card?
  • NIMCET 2026 Exam Centre Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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NIMCET 2026 Exam Centres

The official NIMCET 2026 exam cities are expected to be as follows.

NIMCET Exam Centres (Cities)

Test Cities  Code
Allahabad 11
Bhagalpur 12
Bhopal  13
Bhubaneswar 14
Chandigarh 15
Delhi 16
Guwahati 17
Hyderabad 18
Indore 19
Jaipur 20
Jalandhar 21
Jamshedpur 22
Kanpur 23
Kolkata  24
Kozhikode  25
Kurukshetra 26
Lucknow  27
Muzaffarpur 28
Patna  29
Raipur  30
Ranchi  31
Rourkela  32
Surat 33
Surathkal 34
Tiruchirappalli 35
Varanasi  36
Warangal  37
Pune 38
Silchar 39
Agartala 40
Srinagar 41
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Why wasnt I allotted my choice of NIMCET exam centre?
A: 

This usually happens when there are not enough participants for that particular centre. Authorities then cancel a NIMCET exam centre and allot the exam centre according to the next order of preference of the candidate, or the closest geographically available centre.

Q:   Is it mandatory for a candidate to meet all the requirements mentioned in the NIMCET eligibility criteria?
A: 

Yes. Candidates will need to meet all the requirements mentioned in the NIMCET eligibility criteria, which will be offiically announced by the authorities. Before NIMCET registration, the candidates are advised to check the official eligibility criteria. Ineligible candidates will not be considered for admission into the participating institutes. For admission, all candidates will have to qualify NIMCET.

NIMCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIMCET 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Apr ' 26 - May ' 26

NIMCET 2026 Application Form

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

NIMCET 2026 Application Form Correction Facility

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26

NIMCET 2026 Admit Card

TENTATIVE
06 Jun ' 26

NIMCET 2026 Exam Date

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NIMCET 2026 Exam Centres - Highlights

  • NIMCET exam centres refer to the locations where the exam will be conducted offline.
  • Candidates can mention their cities of preference when filling the NIMCET application form.
  • The NIMCET admit card will include details regarding the candidate's allotted exam centre, alogn with other relevant details of the candidate.
  • The authorities have the right to allocate candidates outside their preferred choices in case of unavoidable circumstances.
  • Candidates will not be able to request a change of the allotted centres after the publishing of the admit card.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How do we select our NIMCET exam centres?
A: 

You can select your NIMCET exam centres while filling the NIMCET application form. These exam centres are going to be assigned based on your preference order and availability. Check your allotted exam centre on the NIMCET admit card.

Q:   What documents do I have to carry to the NIMCET test centre?
A: 

List of documents you must carry to the NIMCET test centre-

  • Printed copy of NIMCET admit card
  • A valid photo ID (e.g. Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, or Voter ID). No soft copies
  • Recent passport-size photo

Please note that calculators, mobile phones, or any electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.

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NIMCET Exam Pattern

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

NIMCET

Exam Mode

Computer-Based Test

Medium of Exam

English

Duration

Total Duration: 2 Hours

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Sections

  • Math: 50 Questions
  • Analytical Ability & Reasoning: 40 Questions
  • Computer Awareness: 20 Questions
  • English: 10 Questions

Total Number of Questions

120

Total Marks

1000

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Why wasnt I allotted my choice of NIMCET exam centre?
A: 

This usually happens when there are not enough participants for that particular centre. Authorities then cancel a NIMCET exam centre and allot the exam centre according to the next order of preference of the candidate, or the closest geographically available centre.

Q:   What documents do I have to carry to the NIMCET test centre?
A: 

List of documents you must carry to the NIMCET test centre-

  • Printed copy of NIMCET admit card
  • A valid photo ID (e.g. Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, or Voter ID). No soft copies
  • Recent passport-size photo

Please note that calculators, mobile phones, or any electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.

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Which details will be available on the NIMCET admit card?

Candidates can check the following details in their NIMCET admit card 2026 

  • Name of the Candidate
  • Application Number
  • Candidate's photograph and signature
  • Date of Birth
  • Date of Test
  • Reporting Time
  • Test Centre Name & Address
  • Exam Day Instructions

Before downloading the NIMCET 2026 admit card, candidates are advised to check the details carefully for any mistakes. In case of any issue, they must contact the exam authorities and get the mistake corrected. However, authorities will not accept requests to change the allotted NIMCET 2026 exam centres.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How will I get to know about the availability of the NIMCET admit card?
A: 

You will get an email as well as an SMS notification about the release date of their admit cards. You will also receive updates to download it. All the candidates are required to print the NIMCET Admit Card on precision printers, only such as Laser Printers (and not on Inkjet printers). You are also advised to preserve the Admit Card (used during the examination) till the entire admission process is complete. 

Q:   How do we select our NIMCET exam centres?
A: 

You can select your NIMCET exam centres while filling the NIMCET application form. These exam centres are going to be assigned based on your preference order and availability. Check your allotted exam centre on the NIMCET admit card.

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NIMCET 2026 Exam Centre Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read for NIMCET 2026 Exam Centre Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will the exam authorities arrange for travel and accommodation if the NIMCET centre is not located in my city or state?
A: 

No, the NIMCET exam conducting authorities will not arrange for travel and accommodation, and it has to be done by the candidate or his/her family. Before the examination, the authorities advise the candidates to visit the exam centre and assess it so that they do not face any problems during the examination day. All candidates and their accompanying guardians will have to prepare their own trave and accomodation.

Q:   Can I change my allotted NIMCET centre after receiving the admit card?
A: 

No. Once an exam centre is allotted, it can't be changed. While filling the NIMCET application form, please cross-check and select the exam centres only if you are sure of the selected ones. However, in case of an emergency, you may request the authorities, but the final decision or discretion to change the exam centre will remain with them.

Q:   Why wasnt I allotted my choice of NIMCET exam centre?
A: 

This usually happens when there are not enough participants for that particular centre. Authorities then cancel a NIMCET exam centre and allot the exam centre according to the next order of preference of the candidate, or the closest geographically available centre.

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NIMCET is more difficult as it is national-level exam. Its focus is on high-level Mathematics. On the other hand, MHT CET (for MCA) is state-level and emphasizes speed over complex conceptual depth.

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Rashmi Karan

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No. You must secure a positive score in Mathematics; there is no other way around. If you score 0 or minus (because of negative marking) you automatically get disqualified from ranking, irrespective of your score in other sections.

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No. You cannot manually convert CGPA to percentage or vice-versa to qualify. If your university uses a 10-point scale, a 6.5 CGPA is the minimum requirement for General/OBC candidates.

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Rashmi Karan

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Here is how you can determine if your NIMCET score is good -

Score Possible Rank What This Means 
360+Top 100Excellent: You can likely pick any top NIT you want, like the popular ones in Trichy or Warangal.
300 - 359101 - 500Very Good: You have a high chance of getting into a strong NIT.
240 - 299501 - 1500Good Goal: You can likely secure a spot in a mid-tier NIT.
Below 120Low ChancesDifficult: Getting a seat at any NIT is very unlikely with this score.

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