NIMCET 2026 Syllabus Revised: Check Out The Changes!
The National Institute of Technology (NITs) has released an updated syllabus for the NIT MCA Common Entrance Test (NIMCET) that will take effect from the 2026 intake season. The new syllabus comes with more straightforward guidelines and added subjects to enable aspirants to prepare more methodically for the competitive examination.
NIMCET 2026 Updated Syllabus
The following changes have been observed in the updated NIMCET syllabus for 2026:
1. Mathematics
The topic Vectors is removed from the syllabus.
2. Analytical Ability & Logical Reasoning
The previous syllabus only broadly mentioned "logical situations and questions based on given facts." The new syllabus mentions a detailed list of topics, including -
- Reasoning: Verbal, Non-verbal, Deductive, Inductive, with topics on blood relations, coding-decoding, direction test, seating arrangement, puzzles, input-output, syllogism, alphanumeric series, mirror images, statements and conclusions/arguments.
- Problem-solving & Critical thinking
- Data Interpretation, Numerical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency & Data Visualization.
3. Computer Awareness
The Computer Awareness section will now be more comprehensive, with some added topics, including:
- Computer Hardware: Input Devices, Output Devices, Storage Devices & Memory
- Computer Software: Operating Systems, System Software & Application Software
- Internet and Email: Web Browsing, Email & Online Security
4. General English
The General English section now focuses more on "the overall accuracy and fluency in expressions of English required for technical education".
The updated syllabus offers more clarity, particularly with specific details in the reasoning and computer awareness sections, allowing candidates to prepare in a more precise manner.
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In such cases, candidates can have a look and refer to the previous years’ question papers to analyse which topics are of utmost importance and which can be left out.