What is the mode of the NEST Exam 2025?

The exam is computer-based (online).

How many sections and questions are there in the NEST Exam 2025?

There are 4 sections: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics, with a total of 68 questions (48 MCQs and 20 MSQs).

Each correct MCQ is awarded +2.5 marks, and each correct MSQ is awarded +4 marks. Negative marking is -1 for every incorrect MCQ.

The minimum admissible score for each section is 20% of the average of the top 100 scores in that section, with relaxations for reserved categories.

Yes, candidates can appear with either Biology or Mathematics along with Physics and Chemistry.

NEST

Exam Mode :

Online Test

Exam Mode :

Online Test