The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 will be conducted on June 6, 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Through this test, candidates can secure admission to the 5-year Integrated MSc programme in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics at NISER Bhubaneswar and the University of Mumbai – DAE CEBS, Mumbai.

Candidates who fill out the NEST 2026 application/registration form can appear for the exam if they meet the NEST 2026 eligibility criteria. The registration for NEST 2026 is open from January 5, 2026 to April 6, 2026 at nestexam.in.

The direct link to apply for NEST 2026 is available on this page.

Check out all the details about the NEST 2026 application process, including registration dates, eligibility criteria, required documents, and registration fees.

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NEST Application Form 2026 Important Dates

Candidates preparing for the National Entrance Screening Test 2026 must know all the important details related to its application form. The expected important dates related to the NEST 2026 application form are as follows:

NEST 2026 Application: Important Dates

Events

Dates

NEST 2026 Exam Notification

Released

NEST 2026 Registration Starts

January 5, 2026 (Released)

NEST 2026 Last Date for Registration

April 6, 2026

NEST 2026 Application Correction Window

April 13, 2026 (10 AM) to April 14, 2026 (10 AM)

NEST 2026 Exam Date

June 6, 2026

Who Can Apply for NEST 2026?

Candidates who meet the NEST eligibility criteria 2026 can appear for the exam. Check out the eligibility details below:

Qualification

  • Class 12 pass in Science stream from a recognised state or central board in 2024 or 2025

  • Candidates who are going to appear for the Class 12 final exam in 2026 can also apply for the exam. They need their final scorecard at the time of admission.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

  • 60% marks in Class 12 board exam for general and OBC candidates

  • 55% marks in Class 12 for SC/ST/PwD candidates

Age Limit

  • No age limit

Citizenship

Indian

NEST Application Process 2026: Documents Required

Candidates applying for NEST 2026 need specific documents to complete the application process. These documents are the following:

  • Valid Email ID and Mobile Number

  • Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar Card/Passport/PAN Card/Driving License/Voter ID)

  • Class 10 Marksheet (for date of birth proof)

  • Class 12 Marksheet / Passing Certificate (if already passed)

  • Class 12 Admit Card / Hall Ticket (if appearing in current year)

  • Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) issued by a competent authority

  • PwD Certificate (if applicable).

  • Recent Passport-size Photograph

  • Scanned Signature

  • Income Certificate (for fee concession/financial aid, if required)

How to Fill Out the NEST Application Form 2026?

The NEST 2026 participating institutes will make the NEST 2026 application form available online at nestexam.in.

  • Visit nestexam.in.

  • Click on the “Registration” option.

  • Enter your email address and mobile number.

  • Generate a password and save details.

  • Log in again and enter your personal and educational details and address for communication.

  • Upload your passport-size photo and a scanned copy of your signature.

  • Pay the application fee online using Net Banking, UPI or credit/debit card.

  • Submit the application and download its copy as a PDF.

NEST 2026 Application Form Link

To apply for the NEST 2026, candidates will have to visit nestexam.in. The direct link to apply for NEST 2026:

NEST 2026 Application Form (Direct Link) - Click Here

Refer to the following video to understand how to fill out the NEST 2026 application form:

How to Fill OUT NEST 2026 Application Form
How to Fill OUT NEST 2026 Application Form

NEST Application Fee 2026

The exam authority will provide details about the NEST 2026 application fee once the application form is released. Meanwhile, candidates can estimate the NEST 2026 application fee based on the previous year’s fee structure.

Category

NEST 2026 Fee

Female candidates (all categories)

INR 700

SC/ST/PwD candidates

INR 700

Male candidates (UR/UB category)

INR 1,400