NEST 2021: Know exam pattern, syllabus and preparation tips

NEW DELHI: The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) and UM- DAE CEBS will conduct NEST 2021 examination on June 14. With less than a month left, aspirants can follow the NEST preparation tips to effectively revise and complete the syllabus before the exam. Unlike JEE Mains, NEST entrance examination is a KVPY level test that contains logical questions over direct questions.

As per the exam pattern of NEST 2021, the question paper of NEST 2021 will be divided into four sections, each carrying 50 marks. For each correct answer, students will be awarded 1 mark and for wrong answer 1 mark will be deducted. Candidates will be given 3.5 hours to complete the entire test paper; consisting of 200 multiple-choice questions.

The last one month NEST preparation tips include covering the tougher topics first to cut down the anxiety levels and practising NEST previous years question paper to master proficiency levels to answer questions. Self-analysis is important as it will guide aspirants to take timely actions and level up their preparation. Ideally, at this time, referring to NEST preparation books over textbooks will help students cover topics in lesser time with efficiency.

NEST exam pattern 2021

The authorities have released the question paper structure, marking scheme, duration of the examination in the NEST 2021 exam pattern. The overview of NEST exam pattern 2021 is mentioned in the table below.

NEST syllabus 2021

The syllabus of NEST 2021 includes topics from biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics. Sticking to the NEST syllabus 2021 is crucial for scoring higher marks in the entrance test. The question paper of NEST 2021 will include objective questions that will test both the subject knowledge and research skills of candidates.

NEST reference books

Check out some NCERT books, and two popular NEST 2021 preparation books in the table below.

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