The admit card release date for NEST 2026 has now been postponed to May 18, 2026, at 5 PM. After activation, candidates will be able to download the NEST hall ticket from May 18 to June 6, 2026.
The National Institute of Science Education and Research and University of Mumbai - Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences will jointly conduct the NEST 2026 examination on June 6, 2026.
How to Download NEST 2026 Admit Card?
Candidates can follow the steps below to download the NEST hall ticket online:
1. Visit the official NEST 2026 website, www.nestexam.in
2. Click on the “Download Admit Card” link
3. Enter the application number/user ID and password
4. Download the admit card PDF
5. Carefully verify all details printed on the hall ticket
Candidates are advised to immediately contact the examination authorities if any discrepancy or error is found in the admit card details.
Documents Required Along with NEST Admit Card 2026
On the examination day, candidates must carry the NEST 2026 admit card along with a valid government-approved photo identity proof.
Accepted Photo ID Proofs
- Aadhaar Card
- College ID Card
- Voter ID
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Driving Licence
Who Can Download the NEST 2026 Hall Ticket?
Only candidates who successfully registered for the National Entrance Screening Test 2026 will be eligible to download the admit card online.
The NEST 2026 application process was conducted from January 5 to April 8, 2026.
NEST 2026 Admit Card Release Date Revised
The examination authority has officially postponed the release date for the NEST 2026 admit card. As per the latest update, candidates can now access the hall ticket from May 18, 2026 onwards.
Has the NEST 2026 Admit Card Been Released?
The NEST 2026 admit card download link is expected to be activated shortly on the official website. Students should keep their login credentials readily available for quick access once the link goes live.
What is the Purpose of the NEST Examination?
The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) is conducted for admission into the 5-year Integrated M.Sc. programmes in:
- Biological Sciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
These programmes are offered at NISER and UM-DAE CEBS.
Can Class 12 Passed Students Apply for NEST 2026?
Yes. As per the eligibility criteria, candidates who have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised board in 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to appear for the NEST 2026 examination.
Candidates are advised to regularly visit nestexam.in for the latest updates related to admit card release, examination instructions, result announcements and admission procedures.