NEST 2026 Result Declared at nestexam.in; Check Direct Link to Download Scorecard

The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) and the UM-DAE Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS) have declared the National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 result on the official portal at nestexam.in. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their merit rank online.

The merit list has also been published on the same portal. It ranks all qualifying candidates who cleared both SMAS and MAP thresholds.

As per the official notice, candidates must log in with their application number and date of birth. The result displayed inside the application portal is treated as final.

NEST 2026 Result Key Details

How to Check the NEST 2026 Result?

Candidates can check the result by following the steps below on the official portal:

• Visit the official NEST website at nestexam.in/check-result.
• Click on the NEST 2026 Result Login link on the homepage.
• Enter your application number and date of birth as mentioned on the admit card.
• Complete the CAPTCHA verification and submit the form.
• Your merit rank and qualifying status will appear on the screen.
• Download the scorecard for future reference once the download window opens.

The official portal explicitly mentions that the login result is the authoritative source. Candidates should not rely on any other channel for confirmation.

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What Are the Qualifying Criteria for NEST 2026?

A candidate must clear two thresholds to feature in the merit list. These are the SMAS (Section-wise Minimum Admissible Score) and the MAP (Minimum Admissible Percentile).

Section-wise Minimum Admissible Score (SMAS)

SMAS equals 20% of the average marks of the top 100 scorers in each section. Candidates must clear SMAS in the General section and in at least three subject sections.

Minimum Admissible Percentile (MAP)

NEST 2026 Counselling and Admission Process

The online centralised counselling process is expected to start in the third week of July 2026. Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification before participating in seat allocation.

Only candidates who feature in the merit list are eligible for counselling. The process will determine admission to NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai.

Seats will be allotted based on:

• Merit rank
• Category
• Candidate preferences

Candidates must lock their choices within the prescribed counselling window.

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What Should Candidates Do If There Is a Login Issue?

The official portal provides a Helpdesk option after candidates log in to their account. Any issues related to login, scorecard access, or payment can be raised through the Helpdesk.

Candidates should keep their application number safe until the entire admission process concludes, as the same credentials will be required during counselling registration.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Visit nestexam.in and log in to check your merit rank today.
2. Note down your application number, rank, and qualifying status carefully.
3. Download and save the scorecard once the window opens on June 30.
4. Keep originals of Class 10, Class 12, category, and ID documents ready.
5. Track the counselling registration window expected in mid-July 2026.
6. Plan your institute preference between NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai.

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