NEST

The exam authority will update the NEST answer key release date online. Students can download the NEST answer key pdf using the link updated on the website. The correct answers will be mentioned in the answer key PDF.

No, the NEST answer key 2026 will be released after the exam is over. NEST answer key release date will be announced online. NISER and UM-DAE CEBS release the answer key alongwith the NEST question paper. 

Yes, PCB students can give the NEST exam. The National Entrance Screening Test is designed for both BiPC and MPC students. The question papers are based on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology of Class 11 & 12. The NEST syllabus is based on the CBSE curriculum (2025-26).

There is no dress code NEST exam. Students are free to wear whatever they like, but they must avoid wearing something funky. The dress must be formal or casual. Avoid wearing wrist wristwatch, smartwatches, gold chain etc.

NEST marks vs rank helps students know what rank they may score based on their marks. The marks in NEST are converted into percentiles, and then a merit list is prepared. Students with a higher rank have a high chance of admission.

NISER and UM-DAE CEBS release the exam results within three weeks from the day of the exam. The links are activated on the NEST website. Students have to provide the required credentials to check the result.

The exam authority releases the NEST scorecard online. Students have to provide the application number and password to check the scorecard. The NEST scorecard contains total marks and merit rank. 

Students have to check the NEST admit card to know which exam centre is allotted to them. The exam cities are allotted as per the candidates' preference. Candidates can make their preference for the test cities while filling the NEST application form. NEST exam cities details are mentioned online.

NEST exam centres near Delhi are New Delhi, Hisar, Kurukshetra, Hamirpur, Noida, Agra, and Jaipur. Students can check the NEST exam centres online to know the test cities' names near their residences.

The exam authority has not yet announced the NEST 2026 city intimation slip date. The link to check the NEST city intimation slip will be activated online. Students have to proivde the NEST login details to check the city intimation for NEST.