NEST 2027 registration is expected to open in January 2027 on nestexam.in — students must apply online in four steps: registration, form filling, document upload, and fee payment.

The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2027 is conducted jointly by NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai for admission to 5-year Integrated MSc programs in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. The application process is entirely online. Based on previous year trends, NEST 2027 registration is expected to open in January 2027 and close in March 2027.

  • Application mode: Online only via nestexam.in
  • Registration expected to open: January 2027 (based on 2026 trends)
  • Application fee for General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 1,200 (expected, based on 2026 trends)
  • Application fee for SC/ST/PwD/Female: Rs. 600 (expected, based on 2026 trends)
  • NEST 2027 exam date: June 2027 (expected)
Direct Link to NEST 2027 Application Form (Opens January 2027)

Table of Contents

  1. NEST 2027 Registration Overview
  2. Eligibility Criteria
  3. Documents Required
  4. How to Apply for NEST 2027
  5. Application Fee
  6. FAQs

NEST 2027 Registration Overview

NEST 2027 is conducted jointly by NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai for admission to 5-year Integrated MSc programs. The application process is fully online. Based on previous year trends, the key expected dates for NEST 2027 are as follows.

Event Expected Date (Based on 2026 Trends)
Application Form Release January 2027
Last Date to Apply March 2027
Admit Card Release May 2027
NEST 2027 Exam Date June 2027
Result Declaration July 2027

Eligibility Criteria for NEST 2027

Check all eligibility conditions before filling the NEST 2027 application form. Your application will not be accepted if you do not meet every requirement listed below.

  • Qualification: Passed or appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2026 or 2027.
  • Subjects required: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology in Class 12.
  • Age limit: General/OBC/EWS students must be born on or after August 1, 2002 (based on 2026 trends); SC/ST/PwD students receive age relaxation as per norms.
  • Nationality: Indian nationals; foreign nationals as per NISER and UM-DAE CEBS norms.

Students appearing in Class 12 board exams in 2027 may apply provisionally. Admission will be confirmed only after they submit their qualifying marksheet showing the required subjects and minimum marks.

Documents Required for NEST 2027 Application

Prepare all documents in the correct format before starting the NEST 2027 registration process. Uploading an image that is unclear or outside the prescribed size limit is a common reason for application rejection.

Document Format and Size Requirement
Passport-size Photograph JPEG, white background, 20KB–200KB
Scanned Signature JPEG, 10KB–100KB
Class 10 Marksheet or Certificate For date of birth verification
Class 12 Marksheet Required if you have already passed
Category Certificate SC/ST/OBC/PwD students only
Photo ID Proof Aadhaar card, Passport, or PAN card

How to Apply for NEST 2027: Step-by-Step Process

The NEST 2027 application form is available only on the official website nestexam.in. Follow these five steps to complete your registration without errors.

Step 1: New Registration

  1. Visit the official NEST website at nestexam.in.
  2. Click the New Registration or Apply Online link on the homepage.
  3. Enter your name, email address, mobile number, and date of birth.
  4. Create a password and submit the registration form.
  5. Verify your email and mobile number using the OTP sent to both.
  6. Save your Application Number — you will need it for every future login.

Step 2: Fill the Application Form

  1. Log in using your Application Number and password.
  2. Fill in your personal details: name, date of birth, gender, category, and correspondence address.
  3. Enter your academic details: Class 10 board and year of passing; Class 12 board, subjects, and marks if already passed.
  4. Select your preferred exam centre city from the available list.
  5. Choose your subject group (Biology or Mathematics) based on your Class 12 subjects.

Step 3: Upload Documents

  1. Upload your passport-size photograph (JPEG, white background, 20KB–200KB).
  2. Upload your scanned signature (JPEG, 10KB–100KB).
  3. Upload your category certificate if you belong to SC/ST/OBC/PwD category.
  4. Confirm that all uploaded files are clearly visible and within the specified size limits before proceeding.

Step 4: Pay the Application Fee

  1. Select your payment method: debit card, credit card, or net banking.
  2. Complete the payment through the secure payment gateway on nestexam.in.
  3. Save the payment receipt and transaction ID for future reference.

Step 5: Submit and Save Confirmation

  1. Review all filled details carefully before clicking Final Submit.
  2. Once submitted, no edits can be made to the application form.
  3. Download and print the filled application confirmation page and fee receipt.
  4. The NEST 2027 admit card is expected in May 2027 and will be available for download on nestexam.in.

NEST 2027 Application Fee

The NEST 2027 application fee is expected to match 2026 rates. The fee is non-refundable once paid and must be submitted online. No offline payment is accepted.

Category Expected Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS Rs. 1,200
SC / ST / PwD Rs. 600
Female Students (All Categories) Rs. 600

Fee figures are based on 2026 trends. The exact fee will be confirmed in the official NEST 2027 notification published on nestexam.in.

NEST 2027 Application FAQs

Ques. When will NEST 2027 registration start?

Ans. Based on previous year trends, NEST 2027 registration is expected to start in January 2027. The official notification will be released on nestexam.in before the forms open.

Ques. What is the official website for NEST 2027 application?

Ans. The official website for NEST 2027 registration is nestexam.in. All steps including form filling, document upload, fee payment, and admit card download must be completed on this portal only.

Ques. Can Class 12 appearing students apply for NEST 2027?

Ans. Yes. Students appearing in Class 12 board exams in 2027 can apply for NEST 2027 provisionally. Final admission will be confirmed only after submitting the qualifying marksheet showing the required subjects and minimum marks.

Ques. What is the NEST 2027 application fee?

Ans. Based on 2026 trends, the expected NEST 2027 application fee is Rs. 1,200 for General/OBC/EWS students and Rs. 600 for SC/ST/PwD and female students. The confirmed fee will be available in the official NEST 2027 notification on nestexam.in.

Ques. Is there an offline application mode for NEST 2027?

Ans. No. The NEST 2027 application process is entirely online. There is no offline mode or application centres. You must apply only through the official website nestexam.in.

Ques. What documents must I upload for NEST 2027 registration?

Ans. You need to upload a recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, white background, 20KB–200KB), your scanned signature (JPEG, 10KB–100KB), and a category certificate if applicable. Keep your Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets ready for reference during form filling.