The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) has released the cut-off for the National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2024 admissions. Candidates can check the NEST 2024 cut-off on the official website, nestexam.in. The counselling dates for NEST 2024 have not yet been released.
Key Dates and Changes
- Exam Date: June 30, 2024
- Results Announced: July 12, 2024
- Answer Key Released: July 5, 2024
- Objection Deadline: 11 am, July 7, 2024
In response to objections raised about the tentative answer key, exam authorities modified two questions:
- Biology (Question ID 733898484, Shift 1): Multiple correct responses due to unclear question.
- Physics (Question ID 733898466, Shift 2): No valid answer among the options provided.
Score Scaling
The subject-total scores for Biology (Shift 1) and Physics (Shift 2) have been scaled, bringing the total marks to 180.
How to Check NEST 2024 Scores
- Visit the official NEST website: nestexam.in
- Click the ‘Result Announcement’ link.
- Enter your login details (password and application number).
- View and download your NEST 2024 results.
- Keep a physical copy for future reference.
Factors Influencing Cut-Off
The NEST 2024 cut-off was influenced by:
- Number of applicants
- Exam difficulty level
- Previous years’ cut-offs
- Number of available seats
- Overall performance
- Reservation policies
Exam Overview
- Locations: 120 throughout India
- Question Count: 68 objective-type questions
- Total Marks: 200
- Sections: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- Marking Scheme:
- Correct MSQ response: +4 marks
- Incorrect response: -1 mark
Seats Available
The NEST 2024 exam aims to fill 200 seats for Integrated MSc courses in Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.
For further details, candidates are advised to regularly check the official NEST website.
