NEST 2026 Exam on June 6; Check Guidelines & Documents to Carry

NEST 2026 will be held on June 6 from 2 PM to 5 PM. Candidates must carry a printed admit card and photo ID proof to get entry to examination centre.

NEST Exam on June 6

NEST 2026: National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and University of Mumbai-Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS) will be conducting National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 on June 6 for admission to five-year Integrated MSc programmes. 

NEST will be held in computer-based exam in a single shift from 2 to 5 PM. With exam just a day away, candidates are advised to know exam day instructions and ensure they carry all documents at test centre.

Documents to Carry at NEST Exam Centre

Candidates must bring these documents to examination centre

• Printed copy of NEST 2026 admit card

• A photo identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving Licence or College ID Card

Reach NEST 2026 Exam Centre Early

Candidates must reach their allotted exam centres well before reporting time mentioned on admit card. They should also check address of their test centre. NEST admit card contains important details like candidate's name, roll number, exam centre address, reporting time and examination instructions. NEST is national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to Integrated MSc programmes in Basic Sciences.

Important Tips for Candidates

Candidates must follow these guidelines

• Keep admit card and ID proof

• Check location of exam centre

• Follow all instructions mentioned on admit card

• Avoid carrying prohibited items 

• Reach venue early