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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The NEST exam syllabus consists primarily of four subjects. Biology, chemistry, physics, and math. The NEST exam will include questions from all four areas, thus applicants should complete the syllabus for all four courses. Each segment will include 17 questions in the exam, for a total of 68 questions, with a maximum mark allotment of 200. To be eligible for the exam, applicants should study all four subjects. The merit list is created by taking the maximum score from any of the top three subjects on the exam.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The NEST exam has a differentiating marking system. Every MCQ will have a negative score for every incorrect response and 2.5 marks for each correct answer. MSQs will be graded four times, with no deduction for incorrect answers. There will be 200 marks available for the 68 questions in total. For eligibility, a minimum of 60% overall (or an equivalent grade) must be obtained in the Class XII test. The minimal qualification is lowered to 55% for candidates who fall into the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Divyangjan groups.Biology and mathematics are not required for the NEST exam. You can attempt any three of the four
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, there is negative marking in NEST 2024 exam. Please note: Negative Marking applies only to Multiple Choice Questions in the NEST exam. For every incorrect answer in an MCQ, 1 mark will be deducted. There is no negative marking for unattempted questions or questions with Multiple Correct Answers.
Marking Scheme Summary:
- Correct MCQ Answer: +2.5 marks
- Incorrect MCQ Answer: -1 mark
- Correct MSQ Answer (Multiple Select Questions): +4 marks
- Unattempted or Incorrect MSQ Answer: No marks awarded/deducted
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
The NEST 2026 application process will start on January 5, 2026. The last date to submit the application form is April 6, 2026. The registration process will be online. The application fee has to be paid through Credit Card, Debit Card, Netbanking or UPI modes. Candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria before applying.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The NEST cut-off specifies the minimal score a candidate must receive in order to be qualified for admissions counselling. Each test's minimal score is determined by the General Section of NEST and the topic (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology). It typically represents an average of about 20% of the top 100 candidates' results in that particular area. To learn about the cut-off marks from the previous year, visit the websites of the participating institutes and NEST. Presently, the NEST cutoff is: Total Category Cut Off: 75% for ST/SC and 90% for OBC Generally 95%
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Based on previous year trends, the exam authorities may extend the NEST 2026 application last date. As of now, the last date to register is April 6, 2026. Based on student requests and other factors, the last date of application may be extended. The NEST application form 2026 will be released on January 5, 2026.
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