NEST Exam Dates 2024, Eligibility, Fee, Application Form & Pattern

The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2024 notification was released on March 30. It provides crucial details such as exam dates, eligibility, application procedures, and syllabus guidelines for candidates aiming to join the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and the University of Mumbai—Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai.

NEST Exam Dates 2024

Candidates aspiring for admission into the 5-year integrated M.Sc. (Master of Science) program in basic sciences were informed that the application form for NEST 2024 was officially released on April 03. Aspirants seeking admission have until May 31 to apply online.

Here are the key details about the NEST 2024:

Eligible individuals can download the notification brochure for NEST 2024 from the official website and verify all the details, including eligibility and important dates. It is recommended that they apply as soon as possible to avoid the last-minute rush.

Application Form

The application form for NEST 2024 for candidates seeking admission for the five-year MSc program in basic sciences at NISER, Bhubaneswar, and UM-DAE CEBS, Mumbai, is available from April 3 to May 31, 2024.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the NEST 2024 for the MSc integrated program are as follows:

• Education Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard examination or equivalent in 2022, 2023, or will be appearing for it in 2024 with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks. The minimum requirement for SC/ST/Divyangjan candidates is only 55%.
• Age Limit: There is no upper or lower age limit for candidates applying for the Integrated M.Sc. program at NISER/CEBS through NEST 2024.

Candidates interested in applying for NEST 2024’s 5-year MSc program in basic sciences must check the notification brochure to verify their eligibility details.

Application Fee

To submit an application form for NEST 2024, female applicants and male candidates belonging to the SC/ST/Divyangjan category must pay ₹700/-, while male applicants from the General/OBC category must pay ₹1400/. The fee can be paid by the deadline using the provided payment gateway.

Exam Date

NISER, Bhubaneswar, and UM-DAE CEBS, Mumbai officially announce the date for the NEST 2024. The exam is scheduled for June 30, 2024, in two shifts from 09:00 am to 12:30 noon and 02:30 pm to 06:00 pm across the country at 128 centres. Candidates participating in the NEST 2024 will have to report at their respective exam centres by 07:30 am and 1:00 pm for the first and second shift, respectively, with a photo identity card and a physical copy of the hall ticket.

Exam Pattern

The exam pattern details for NEST 2024 for the five-year MSc integrated program in basic sciences are as follows:

• Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test
• Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
• Question Type: Objective
• Number of Questions: 80 (20 questions per section)
• Total Marks: 240 marks
• Marking Scheme: +3 marks for correct answers, -1 mark for incorrect answers, 0 marks for unanswered questions
• Sections: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics
• Exam Medium: Question paper available in Hindi and English

Candidates should check the notification brochure for detailed information about the NEST 2024. This comprehensive guide aims to provide all the necessary information for aspiring candidates to prepare for the NEST 2024.

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