NISER Bhubaneswar released the NEST 2026 admit card on May 18, 2026, at nestexam.in. Applicants who have successfully registered for the National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 exam can download their admit card/hall tickets from the mentioned official website.

The admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination hall. Candidates are advised to download it well in advance and carefully verify all the details, including their name, photograph, exam centre, date, and timing.

In case of any discrepancies, it is important to contact the exam authorities immediately.

Candidates can check the steps to download the NEST 2026 admit card and other important documents required for the exam here.

How to download the NEST 2026 Admit Card?

The NEST 2026 will be conducted on June 6, 2026. Candidates must carry their NEST 2026 admit card/hall ticket to the exam hall. To download the hall ticket, they can use the following steps:

  1. Go to nestexam.in.

  2. Click on the “Login” option.

  3. Enter your application number or registered email address and password.

  4. Submit these details.

  5. Your admit card will be displayed on the screen.

  6. Click on the download icon to save it as a PDF.

What to do if there are incorrect details on the NEST 2026 Admit Card?

If you spot any errors on your 2026 NEST admit card, act fast to prevent exam-day hassles.

Step 1: Double-check the details

Verify your name, photo, signature, exam centre, and date. Confirm it's a real error, not a misunderstanding.

Step 2: Contact authorities immediately

Report it to the official NEST helpdesk via email or phone—details are on the NEST website.

Step 3: Provide supporting documents

Be prepared with proof like your application form, ID, or certificates to speed up the correction.

NEST 2026: Important documents to carry on exam day

Along with the NEST 2026 admit card, candidates must carry the following documents:

1. NEST 2026 Admit Card (Coloured printed copy)

2. Valid Photo ID Proof (any one):

  • Aadhaar Card

  • PAN Card

  • Voter ID

  • Passport

  • Driving Licence

3. Passport-size Photograph (same as uploaded in the application form)

4. PwD Certificate (if applicable)

Candidates without these documents may not be allowed to appear for the exam. They must reach the exam centre at least 60–90 minutes before the reporting time.

They must not carry prohibited items such as electronic gadgets, calculators, or study material and follow all exam-day guidelines mentioned on the admit card.