What is the NEST exam pattern and syllabus?

NEST is a computer-based test with four sections — Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology — of 50 marks each. Your merit score counts your best three sections, so a strong student of any three subjects can compete. The syllabus follows the NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 science curriculum. Confirm the exact pattern and marking scheme in the official NEST information brochure for your exam year.

Who is eligible to appear for NEST?

You need to have passed (or be appearing in) Class 12 with a science stream — any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology — and meet the minimum aggregate marks and age criteria published by NISER/CEBS for that admission year. Always confirm the current eligibility rules in the official NEST brochure.

Which NEST batch should I join for 2027 and 2028?

Students appearing in NEST 2027 (currently in Class 12 or repeating) should join the 1 Year program or the 90-day Crash Course. Students appearing in NEST 2028 (entering Class 11) should join the 2 Year integrated program. DLP and the test series are available for both the 2027 and 2028 exam years.

When do the NEST 2027 and 2028 batches start?

Prepkunj runs rolling admissions with a new live NEST batch every month, so 2027 and 2028 aspirants can start without waiting for a session date. The NEST 2027 crash batch begins in January 2027. Every live batch is capped at 20 students.

Program

NEST Online Coaching — NISER & CEBS Preparation

Research-aptitude training for the NEST entrance to NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS

Prepkunj's NEST program prepares science aspirants for the National Entrance Screening Test — the gateway to the 5-year integrated M.Sc. programs at NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai. All four sections (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology) are taught with research-style problem solving, NEST-pattern mock tests and PYQ analysis, so you can play to the best-three-sections scoring rule.

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NEST Courses & Fee Structure

Transparent pricing. No hidden charges. Choose the format that fits your timeline and study style.

2 Year NEST Course

2 Years · 900 teaching hours Live Online / Hybrid

Total Fee

₹1,30,000

₹1,50,000 after discount

Fee Structure

Tutoring Fee₹1,33,000
Hard-Copy Books₹14,000
Test Series₹3,000
Original Course Fee₹1,50,000
Discount− ₹20,000
Fee After Discount₹1,30,000

All fees are all-inclusive — no GST or any other charge is added on top.

900 live hours across 2 years — 600 hours NEST chapter sessions, 200 hours chapter doubt sessions, 100 hours test-discussion doubt sessions
Maximum 20 students per batch — every student gets personal attention on their own problems
Complete 2-year NEST syllabus coverage
Class 11 + 12 integrated program
Full test series included
Doubt-solving 24×7
Free printed study material

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1 Year NEST Course

1 Year · 500 teaching hours Live Online / Hybrid

Total Fee

₹75,000

₹85,000 after discount

Fee Structure

Tutoring Fee₹68,000
Hard-Copy Books₹14,000
Test Series₹3,000
Original Course Fee₹85,000
Discount− ₹10,000
Fee After Discount₹75,000

All fees are all-inclusive — no GST or any other charge is added on top.

500 live hours in 1 year — 350 hours NEST chapter sessions, 100 hours chapter doubt sessions, 50 hours test-discussion doubt sessions
Maximum 20 students per batch — personal mentoring for every aspirant
Focused 1-year NEST preparation
Concept building + advanced problem solving
Full-length mock tests
Personal mentor support

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NEST Crash Course

90 Days Live Online

Total Fee

₹35,000

₹45,000 after discount

Fee Structure

Tutoring Fee₹42,000
Test Series₹3,000
Original Course Fee₹45,000
Discount− ₹10,000
Fee After Discount₹35,000

All fees are all-inclusive — no GST or any other charge is added on top.

Complete syllabus revision in 90 days
Mock Tests (full-length pattern)
Top-faculty masterclasses
Strategy & stress-management sessions

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NEST DLP (Distance Learning)

Self-paced Study Material + Test Series

Total Fee

₹18,000

Fee Structure

DLP Package (Books + Tests)₹18,000

Complete printed study material
Chapter-wise DPPs & workbooks
Access to test series portal
Ideal for self-study aspirants

Note: Courier charges apply for orders outside India.

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NEST Test Series

Full academic year Online

Total Fee

₹3,000

Fee Structure

Test Series Access₹3,000

NEST-pattern chapter-wise tests
Full-length mock tests
Test analysis & performance reports
All-India ranking

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Syllabus

What we cover in NEST

Physics (Section 1)

Class 11–12 Physics

Mechanics
Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory
Oscillations & Waves
Electrostatics & Current Electricity
Magnetism & Electromagnetic Induction
Optics
Modern Physics & Semiconductors

Chemistry (Section 2)

Class 11–12 Chemistry

Atomic Structure & Periodicity
Chemical Bonding
States of Matter & Thermochemistry
Equilibrium & Electrochemistry
Chemical Kinetics
Organic Chemistry — GOC, Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules
Coordination Compounds & d/f Block

Mathematics (Section 3)

Class 11–12 Mathematics

Algebra — Sequences, Complex Numbers, Matrices
Trigonometry
Coordinate Geometry
Calculus — Limits, Differentiation, Integration
Vectors & 3D Geometry
Probability & Statistics

Biology (Section 4)

Class 11–12 Biology

Cell Biology & Biomolecules
Genetics & Evolution
Human Physiology
Plant Physiology
Ecology & Environment
Biotechnology

Class timings

Weekly live class schedule

All classes are live online and recorded. Alternate slots are available for students outside India — ask our counsellor while booking.

NEST 2-Year (Class 11 entry)

Mon, Wed, Fri

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM IST

Section-wise rotation across the week

NEST 1-Year (Class 12)

Tue, Thu, Sat

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM IST

Full mock every alternate Sunday

NEST Crash (90 days)

Mon – Sat

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM IST

Daily practice set + weekly full mock

Why choose Prepkunj for NEST?

Expert Faculty

Learn from NEST mentors with 10+ years of proven results.

Live + Recorded Classes

Attend interactive live batches or revise anytime with HD recordings.

Rank-Boosting Test Series

Chapter, part-syllabus and full-length NEST-pattern mock tests with analytics.

1:1 Doubt Solving

Personal mentor, 24×7 doubt forum and weekly performance reviews.

Printed Study Material

Concept books, workbooks, DPPs and PYQ compilations delivered to your home.

Parent Progress Reports

Transparent monthly reports so parents stay in the loop.

Who teaches NEST at Prepkunj

Every mentor listed on our academic team page with qualification, institution and year of passing — so you can verify who will teach you before you pay.

45 mentors: Verified academic team with public profiles
17 from IIT / AIIMS / NIT / BITS: Institute-verified qualifications
9 doctorate-level faculty: Ph.D holders teaching core subjects
Up to 31 yrs teaching: Experience measured from year of passing

FAQs

NEST — frequently asked questions

What is the NEST exam?: NEST (National Entrance Screening Test) is the national computer-based entrance examination for admission to the 5-year integrated M.Sc. programs at NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai — two of India's premier research institutes for basic sciences. It is conducted jointly by NISER and CEBS, usually once a year.
What is the NEST exam pattern and syllabus?: NEST is a computer-based test with four sections — Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology — of 50 marks each. Your merit score counts your best three sections, so a strong student of any three subjects can compete. The syllabus follows the NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 science curriculum. Confirm the exact pattern and marking scheme in the official NEST information brochure for your exam year.
Who is eligible to appear for NEST?: You need to have passed (or be appearing in) Class 12 with a science stream — any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology — and meet the minimum aggregate marks and age criteria published by NISER/CEBS for that admission year. Always confirm the current eligibility rules in the official NEST brochure.
Which NEST batch should I join for 2027 and 2028?: Students appearing in NEST 2027 (currently in Class 12 or repeating) should join the 1 Year program or the 90-day Crash Course. Students appearing in NEST 2028 (entering Class 11) should join the 2 Year integrated program. DLP and the test series are available for both the 2027 and 2028 exam years.
When do the NEST 2027 and 2028 batches start?: Prepkunj runs rolling admissions with a new live NEST batch every month, so 2027 and 2028 aspirants can start without waiting for a session date. The NEST 2027 crash batch begins in January 2027. Every live batch is capped at 20 students.

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NEST Courses & Fee Structure

What we cover in NEST

Physics (Section 1)

Chemistry (Section 2)

Mathematics (Section 3)

Biology (Section 4)

Weekly live class schedule

NEST 2-Year (Class 11 entry)

NEST 1-Year (Class 12)

NEST Crash (90 days)

Why choose Prepkunj for NEST?

Expert Faculty

Live + Recorded Classes

Rank-Boosting Test Series

1:1 Doubt Solving

Printed Study Material

Parent Progress Reports

Who teaches NEST at Prepkunj

NEST — frequently asked questions

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