NEST 2024 exam officials NISER and UM-DAE CEBS are expected to release the NEST admit card 2024 today, June 16, 2024, on the official website. Successfully registered candidates will be able to download their NEST 2024 admit card by logging into their registered account with the help of login credentials. NEST 2024 Entrance Exam is scheduled to be held on June 30, 2024. Get the live updates on NEST 2024 Entrance Exam admit card, pattern shift-timings and other information here.
NEST 2024 Admit Card Live Updates
NEST 2024 Admit Card: As per the dates specified on the official website, the exam official were to release the NEST 2024 admit card on June 15, 2024. However, NEST 2024 admit card hasn't been released due to unknown reasons. The NEST admit card 2024 is expected to be released today, June 16, 2024, on the official website. Candidates who have applied for the NEST 2024 Exam can download the NEST 2024 Exam Hall Ticket by visiting the official website; i.e. nestexam.in. NEST Entrance Exam 2024 is scheduled to be on June 30, 2024.
The admit card is an important document that is required to be carried to the allotted exam centre. Without the admit card, students will not be allowed to appear for the NEST Entrance Exam and will not be considered eligible through any other channel after applying online. Students are required to log in on the official website and enter their credentials to download the NEST Entrance Exam admit card.
Candidates can read this Shiksha Article, to get the latest update on NEST 2024 Admit Card and all the important details about the NEST 2024 examination here.
Steps to Download NEST 2024 Admit Card @nestexam.in
Candidates will be able download their admit card for NEST 2024 from the official website as per the steps mentioned below:
- Registered candidates will have to visit the official website- https://www.nestexam.in/
- Click on the 'Download Admit Card' tab and the candidates will be directed to the admit card login page.
- Enter the application number i.e. User ID and Password which will be provided to you after NEST 2024 registration.
- After login, click on the tab 'admit card' will be see in the dashboard
- Check all the details mentioned on the admit card, and if there won’t be any error found,then candidates will be able to download it.
After downloading the admit card of NEST 2024, candidates need to take printouts on an A4 size sheet. They must keep extra copies of the admit card as it will also be required during the seat allotment and counselling process of NEST 2024.
LIVE UPDATE
NEST Admit Card 2024 Live Updates
- 1:10 PM IST• 16 Jun 2024
Latest Update on NEST 2024 Admit Card
NEST 2024 admit card was to be released on June 15, 2024, as per the official dates mentioned by them. However, the admit card hasn't been released yet. It is anticipated that the NEST 2024 admit card will release today June 16, 2024, on the official website.
- 9:30 AM IST• 16 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Examination pattern
The section-wise allotment of questions and marks will be as under:
Section Subject Marks I - Biology 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks II - Chemistry 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks III - Mathematics 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks IV - Physics 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks Total 68 questions 200 marks - 8:18 AM IST• 16 Jun 2024
Will the venue of the exam be mentioned on the NEST 2024 admit card?
Yes, The NEST exam address/venue is mentioned on the NEST 2024 admit card. For avoiding last minute hassles, candidates are advised to visit the exam center in advance and plan the commute and timing accordingly.
- 6:45 AM IST• 16 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Admit Card Instructions
Candidates are suggested to be careful of the following instructions regarding the admit card of NEST 2024:
- Download the admit card at least four to five days before the exam date and take multiple printouts.
- Carry a valid photo Id proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driver's License along with the admit card on the exam day.
- Carry a blue or black pen.
- Do not write anything on the NEST admit card before entering the examination hall.
- Check the exam session details on the admit card and, in case of any error or discrepancy, report it to the helpdesk.
- 3:01 AM IST• 16 Jun 2024
Details on NEST Admit Card
The following details will be mentioned on the NEST admit card which are as follows:
- Name of Candidate
- Application Number
- Roll Number
- Exam Schedule
- Exam Centre Address
- Candidate Photograph and SIgnature
- Father's Name
- Contact Details
- Exam Day Guidelines
- 12:41 AM IST• 16 Jun 2024
Miscellaneous Objects that can be Carried at the Exam Centre
The following objects or items that can be carried to the centre:
-
One sanitiser bottle (small) Mask
-
Drinking water in a transparent bottle
-
A simple transparent pen(Blue/Black)
-
- 11:55 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
How to download NEST 2023 Admit Card @nestexam.in?
Candidates will be able download their admit card for NEST 2024 from the official website as per the steps mentioned below:
- Registered candidates will have to visit the official website- https://www.nestexam.in/
- Click on the 'Download Admit Card' tab and the candidates will be directed to the admit card login page.
- Enter the application number i.e. User ID and Password which will be provided to you after NEST 2024 registration.
- After login, click on the tab 'admit card' will be see in the dashboard
- Check all the details mentioned on the admit card, and if there won’t be any error found,then candidates will be able to download it.
- 11:18 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
What is NEST 2024 Admit Card
The admit card will carry important information such as candidate's name, Roll Number, photograph, signature, exam date, timing, exam centre address and other details. Without the admit card, candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall. Upon downloading the NEST admit card 2024, candidates will have to check the details thoroughly and in case a correction needs to be made, they will have to contact the exam authorities through the Helpline Number to get the necessary changes done to reissue the hall ticket.
- 10:50 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Latest Update on NEST 2024 Admit Card Release
As per the official dates mentioned by the NEST exam officials, NEST admit card 2024 will be released today, June 15, 2024 on the official website. There is no update on the official website of NEST regarding the release time of NEST hall ticket 2024.
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- 7:05 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Marking Scheme
The evaluation of the NEST exam will be done as under:
Question Type Marking Scheme MCQs - +2.5 for each correct answer
- -1 for each incorrect answer
- No negative marking for unattempted questions
MSQs - +4 for each correct answer
- No negative marking scheme
- 6:17 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Examination pattern
The section-wise allotment of questions and marks will be as under:
Section Subject Marks I - Biology 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks II - Chemistry 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks III - Mathematics 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks IV - Physics 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks Total 68 questions 200 marks - 5:27 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Exam timings
The exam timings for both the sessions of NEST 2024 as under:
Shift
Timing
Morning shift
9 am to 12:30 pm
Evening shift
2:30 pm to 6:00 pm
- 5:03 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights
The main features of the question paper for NEST 2024 are given in the table below:
Features Details Exam mode Online mode - CBT Exam level National level - Undergraduate exam Test language English only Type of questions Objective-type of questions -
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Multiple Selection Questions (MSQs)
Total questions 68 questions Total marks 200 marks - 4:38 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Who will set the NEST 2024 syllabus?
The NEST 2024 syllabus will be set by NISER Bhubaneswar and CEBS University of Mumbai, the exam-conducting authorities of NEST.
- 4:15 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Is Mathematics compulsory for NEST?
Yes, it is compulsory to have studied Mathematics in Class 11 and Class 12, as well as to attempt the section in the NEST 2024 exam in order to qualify for the exam.
- 4:06 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Is the NEST exam tougher than NEET?
According to experts, the difficulty level of NEST is moderate. On the other hand, NEET is tough. As compared to NEET, the difficulty level of NEST is much easier. The pattern and syllabus of NEST and NEET are also different as the NEET section does not have Mathematics.
- 3:59 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Are NCERT books enough to cover NEST 2024 syllabus?
The level of questions of NEST 2023 will be similar to that of Class 11-12. Hence, NCERT books will be sufficient to cover NEST 2024 syllabus. However, to get a high score, candidates may refer to other NEST preparation books along with NCERT books.
- 3:44 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Seat intake
The tentative seats available at NISER and CEBS for each category are as under:
Category Seat Intake at NISER Seat Intake at CEBS General 101 23 Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of the General category NA (to be confirmed at the time of admission process only) 06 Other Backward Classes (OBC) - Non-Creamy Layer 54 15 Scheduled Caste (SC) 30 09 Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 04 Divyangjan 5% of seats in each category above 5% of seats in each category Total 200 57 - 3:29 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Reservation Criteria
The seat allotment process of NISER and CEBS will be based on the reservation criteria:
Category Reservation (in %) OBC NCL 27 SC 15 ST 7.5 Divyangjan 5 (each category) Candidates should note that the General - EWS category will have seat reservations at CEBS only. All the candidates claiming seats under the reserved category have to provide documents issued by the competent authority.
- 3:11 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Documents required for NEST 2024 Counselling Process
After filling in all required details asked in the forms, all qualifying candidates need to attend the NEST counselling round as per the prescribed date and time at the allotted venue. Documents that candidates need to carry at the counselling session are as mentioned below:
- NEST 2023 application form (a printout of the submitted form)
- NEST 2023 admit card
- Mark sheet of Class 10 board exam (original & photocopy)
- Disability certificate, if applicable (original & photocopy)
- Mark sheet of Class 12 board exam (original & photocopy)
- Proof of Indian citizenship, if born outside India (original & photocopy)
- Birth certificate/ school leaving certificate (original & photocopy)
- Caste certificate, if applicable (original & photocopy)
- Four passport size coloured photographs
- Verification certificate, if applicable (original & photocopy)
- Demand draft in favour of NISER, payable at Bhubaneswar/ Demand draft in favour of CBS, payable at Mumbai, depending on where candidates are appearing for counselling
- In case a candidate has submitted original documents to another institute, he/ she must bring an official letter (undertaking) from that institute.
- 2:53 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
What courses are offered through NEST 2024?
NEST is conducted for admissions to Integrated Master of Science (MSc) courses in Biological, Chemical, Mathematical and Physical Sciences at NISER and UM-DAE-CEBS.
- 2:16 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
What is the cut off percentile for NEST 2024?
The MAP for admission through NEST 2023 is 95 percentile for the General category, 90 percentile for the OBC category and 75 percentile for SC/ ST/ Divyangjan (PwD). For NEST 2024 cut off percentile is expected to be rounded off NEST 2023.
- 1:19 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Admit Card Live Updates: NEST 2024 Mock Tests
Along with the books and study material, candidates should also practise the mock test papers in online mode as well as the questions papers of NEST from previous years. By attempting mock tests and previous years papers, candidates would be able to know the exact status of their preparation. The mock tests will give an analysis to the candidate's strengths and weaknesses along with improving the speed and accuracy of taking the exam. Therefore to improve test skills, and to score well in each section of NEST 2024, candidates must practise mock tests.
- 1:11 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Best Books for NEST 2024 Preparation
Candidates must refer to the best study material to prepare for each section of NEST 2024. Listed below are some books considered best for NEST 2024 that cover the entire syllabus and, will be helpful to prepare for the examination in 3 months:
Subject
Books for NEST 2022 preparation
Biology
Objective Biology by Dinesh Chemistry
Objective Chemistry by RPH Editorial
Mathematics
Objective Mathematics by RD Sharma Physics
Objective Physics by DC Pandey - 1:07 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Admit Card Live Updates: How to make a study time-table
Since there will be a section-wise cut off mark criteria for NEST 2024, therefore candidates should begin the preparation with a section-wise strategy only. Candidates appearing for NEST 2024 should make a proper timetable with equal focus on each section of the question paper. Devoting sufficient time to each subject will definitely prove fruitful for the candidates. While preparing for NEST subjects, candidates should allot two hours on each subject - one hour on clearing the concepts, 30 minutes on making notes, 15 minutes on revising the concepts and the remaining 15 minutes on attempting questions/ mock tests either online or offline mode.
- 12:52 PM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST Preparation Strategy 2024
Since four different subjects are expected in the question paper of NEST 2024 from the last year trend, candidates should go for a section-wise preparation strategy. For this, the candidates should:
- Make a proper study plan
- Know the exam pattern
- Know the syllabus of each section
- Get the books and study material
- Practice mock test papers/ online mock tests
- 11:28 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Admit Card: Latest Update
As per the official dates mentioned by the NEST exam officials, NEST admit card 2024 will be released today, June 15, 2024 on the official website. There is no update on the official website of NEST regarding the release time of NEST hall ticket 2024.
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- 10:17 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST Syllabus 2024 for Mathematics
Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the NEST Mathematics paper as mentioned in the table below:
NEST 2023 Important Topics for Mathematics
- 10:09 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST Syllabus 2024 for Physics
Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the NEST Physics paper as mentioned in the table below:
NEST 2023 Important Topics for Physics Units and dimensions Design of some simple experiments Systems of particles Law of gravitation Hooke’s law and stress Conservation of angular momentum Pressure in a fluid Sound and mechanical waves Thermal physics Electricity and magnetism Capacitance Electric current Biot-Savart’s law and Ampere’s law Magnetic moment of a current loop Electromagnetic induction Optics Modern physics Photoelectric effect - 9:51 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST Syllabus 2024 for Chemistry
Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the NEST Chemistry paper as mentioned in the table below:
NEST 2023 Important Topics for Physical Chemistry Measurements in chemistry Mole concept Gaseous and liquid states Atomic structure and chemical bonding Thermodynamics Chemical equilibrium Solid state Solutions - 9:45 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST Syllabus 2024 for Biology
Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the NEST Biology paper as mentioned in the table below:
NEST 2023 Important Topics for Biology Cell Biology Genetics and Evolution Ecology Humans and Environment Biotechnology Biology of Animal Systems Biology of Plant Systems Systematics - 9:17 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Latest Update on NEST 2024 Admit Card Release
NEST Admit Card 2024 will be available to download from the official website from today, June 15, 2024 onwards. there has been no update so far on the official website. Candidates can expect the NEST 2024 hall ticket anytime soon today.
- 9:03 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights
The main features of the question paper for NEST 2024 are given in the table below:
Features Details Exam mode Online mode - CBT Exam level National level - Undergraduate exam Test language English only Type of questions Objective-type of questions -
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Multiple Selection Questions (MSQs)
Total questions 68 questions Total marks 200 marks - 7:46 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Exam timings
The exam timings for both the sessions of NEST 2024 as under:
Shift
Timing
Morning shift
9 am to 12:30 pm
Evening shift
2:30 pm to 6:00 pm
- 6:35 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Marking Scheme
The evaluation of the NEST exam will be done as under:
Question Type Marking Scheme MCQs - +2.5 for each correct answer
- -1 for each incorrect answer
- No negative marking for unattempted questions
MSQs - +4 for each correct answer
- No negative marking scheme
- 6:01 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Examination pattern
The section-wise allotment of questions and marks will be as under:
Section Subject Marks I - Biology 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks II - Chemistry 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks III - Mathematics 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks IV - Physics 17 questions (12 MCQs + 5 MSQs) 50 marks Total 68 questions 200 marks - 4:39 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Can I show the admit card for NEST 2024 on the mobile phone?
No, it is mandatory for candidates to carry a hard copy of the NEST 2024 admit card on exam day as required by the invigilator for exam attendance formalities.
- 3:51 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Will I be provided stationery in the examination hall for taking the NEST 2024 exam?
No, candidates need not get any stationery items inside the examination hall as it is a CBT mode exam. Candidates just need to carry a blue or black pen on exam day.
- 3:10 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Will the venue of the exam be mentioned on the NEST 2024 admit card?
Yes, The NEST exam address/venue is mentioned on the NEST 2024 admit card. For avoiding last minute hassles, candidates are advised to visit the exam center in advance and plan the commute and timing accordingly.
- 2:48 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Will I receive the NEST 2024 admit card through post or email?
No, candidates will have to download the NEST 2024 admit card online. The admit card will not be sent to the candidate via mail, post or courier. Hence, as and when the admit card is released, candidates will have to visit the official website of the exam, log in with their registration credentials and download the document in PDF format. They must also ensure that they download the admit card immediately after release and not wait for the last moment. This may lead to a number of inconveniences such as internet connectivity or server-related problems, wrong information on the NEST 2024 admit card, lack of planning for exam centre commute, to name a few.
- 1:22 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
What if I want to change the exam centre after the admit card is released?
The candidate can not change the exam centre once the application form is submitted. If there is any problem, the candidate can contact the officials.
- 12:55 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
What documents will be valid as photo ID for NEST 2024?
Candidates have to carry any one of the following documents will be considered as valid for appearing in the examination:
- Passport
- Aadhaar Card or Enrolment slip
- Voter ID
- Driver's License
- PAN Card
- 12:17 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
If I forget the password of the NEST 2024 admit card login, what to do?
Candidates can recover the password of their NEST 2024 applicant account, by clicking on the 'Forgot Password' button at the bottom of the login window. The password will be sent to the NEST 2024 registered email of the candidate.
- 12:09 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
Where can I get the admit card for NEST 2024?
Candidates can obtain their admit card for NEST 2024 from the official website only which is https://www.nestexam.in/. The exam conducting body will not send any admit card by post.
- 12:02 AM IST• 15 Jun 2024
NEST 2024 Admit Card Instructions
Candidates are suggested to be careful of the following instructions regarding the admit card of NEST 2024:
- Download the admit card at least four to five days before the exam date and take multiple printouts.
- Carry a valid photo Id proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driver's License along with the admit card on the exam day.
- Carry a blue or black pen.
- Do not write anything on the NEST admit card before entering the examination hall.
- Check the exam session details on the admit card and, in case of any error or discrepancy, report it to the helpdesk.
- 11:55 PM IST• 14 Jun 2024
Details on NEST Admit Card
The following details will be mentioned on the NEST admit card which are as follows:
- Name of Candidate
- Application Number
- Roll Number
- Exam Schedule
- Exam Centre Address
- Candidate Photograph and SIgnature
- Father's Name
- Contact Details
- Exam Day Guidelines
- 11:41 PM IST• 14 Jun 2024
Miscellaneous Objects that can be Carried at the Exam Centre
The following objects or items that can be carried to the centre:
-
One sanitiser bottle (small) Mask
-
Drinking water in a transparent bottle
-
A simple transparent pen(Blue/Black)
-
- 11:30 PM IST• 14 Jun 2024
How to download NEST 2023 Admit Card @nestexam.in?
Candidates will be able download their admit card for NEST 2024 from the official website as per the steps mentioned below:
- Registered candidates will have to visit the official website- https://www.nestexam.in/
- Click on the 'Download Admit Card' tab and the candidates will be directed to the admit card login page.
- Enter the application number i.e. User ID and Password which will be provided to you after NEST 2024 registration.
- After login, click on the tab 'admit card' will be see in the dashboard
- Check all the details mentioned on the admit card, and if there won’t be any error found,then candidates will be able to download it.
- 11:15 PM IST• 14 Jun 2024
When will NEST admit card 2024 releasing @nestexam.in?
As per the dates announced by exam officials in their NEST 2024 admission notification, NEST hall ticket 2024 will be released tomorrow, June 15, 2024. The exact time is yet to be announced by them. However, following the previous year's trend, the NEST admit card 2024 is expected to be out in the evening. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website to download NEST admit card 2024.
- 11:10 PM IST• 14 Jun 2024
What is NEST 2024 Admit Card
The admit card will carry important information such as candidate's name, Roll Number, photograph, signature, exam date, timing, exam centre address and other details. Without the admit card, candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall. Upon downloading the NEST admit card 2024, candidates will have to check the details thoroughly and in case a correction needs to be made, they will have to contact the exam authorities through the Helpline Number to get the necessary changes done to reissue the hall ticket.
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