NEST Result 2026: The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 has been conducted jointly by the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and the University of Mumbai – Department of Atomic Energy Center for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai, on June 06, 2026. NEST 2026 was conducted in around 387 cities across India and serves as the premier gateway for admission into the prestigious 5-year Integrated M.Sc. programs. The exam authorities have prepared the scorecards and merit lists based on candidate performances. Students who appeared for the entrance test can now access their ranks, percentile scores, and admission eligibility online.
NEST 2026 Exam Summary
| Exam Name | National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 |
| Conducting Authorities | NISER Bhubaneswar & UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai |
| Course Offered | 5-Year Integrated M.Sc. Programme |
| Total Seats | NISER: 202 Seats | UM-DAE CEBS: 59 Seats |
| Exam Date | June 6, 2026 |
| Result Declaration Date | June 24, 2026 |
| Scorecard Release Date | June 25, 2026 |
| Result Mode | Online |
| Official Website | nestexam.in |
Important Dates for NEST 2026
Staying updated with the official schedule is critical for the admission and counseling process.
NEST 2026 Exam Date: June 6, 2026
Answer Key Objection Window: June 10 – June 12, 2026
NEST 2026 Result Declaration: June 24, 2026
Scorecard Availability: June 25, 2026
Counseling/Admission Process: July 2026 (Tentative)
NEST 2026 Cutoff Details (SMAS & MAP)
To qualify for admission to NISER and CEBS, candidates must clear two distinct cutoff parameters: the Section-wise Minimum Admissible Score (SMAS) and the Minimum Admissible Percentile (MAP).
1. Section-wise Minimum Admissible Score (SMAS)
SMAS is the minimum mark required to pass an individual section.
General Category: 20% of the average of the top 100 scores in that particular section.
OBC-NCL Category: 90% of the General category SMAS.
SC/ST/Divyangjan Category: 50% of the General category SMAS.
2. Minimum Admissible Percentile (MAP)
In addition to clearing the SMAS in at least three subjects, candidates must achieve a minimum overall percentile to secure a rank on the merit list.
General Category: 95th Percentile
OBC Category: 90th Percentile
SC/ST/Divyangjan Category: 75th Percentile (with a 5% relaxation for Divyangjan candidates where applicable).
Candidates scoring equal to or above both the SMAS and MAP are awarded a merit rank for the counseling process.
How to Check the NEST Result 2026
Candidates can easily download their scorecards by following the step-by-step instructions provided below:
Visit the official NEST website: nestexam.in
On the homepage, look for the “NEST 2026 Results” or “Download Scorecard” link.
Choose the scorecard link for either NISER or CEBS.
Enter your login credentials, specifically your Application Number and Roll Number/Password.
Click on the “Show Scorecard” or “Login” button.
Your NEST 2026 Result, displaying your sectional marks, total score, percentile, and merit rank, will appear on the screen.
Download the scorecard in PDF format and take multiple printouts for future counseling and document verification.
Official Links
- Official NEST Website: www.nestexam.in
- NISER Official Portal: www.niser.ac.in
- UM-DAE CEBS Official Portal: www.cbs.ac.in
