This page has the NEST 2026 question paper in English and Hindi as one free PDF, with the final answer keys revised after objections. The exam was held on 6 June 2026 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM.
NEST 2026 Question Paper
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About the NEST 2026 Paper
| Exam date | 6 June 2026, 2:00 to 5:00 PM |
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| Questions and marks | 4 sections of 20 MCQs; +3 correct, -1 wrong |
| Language | English and Hindi |
| Papers on this page | 1 PDF (question paper with final answer keys) |
| Answer key on this page | Yes, final keys after objections |
NEST 2026 scorecards were reissued after an error, and only scorecards dated 17 July 2026 are valid.
NEST 2026 Question Paper FAQs
When was the NEST 2026 exam held?
On 6 June 2026, as a 3-hour computer-based test from 2:00 to 5:00 PM.
Is the NEST 2026 answer key on this page final?
Yes. The PDF carries the final answer keys, revised after the objection window closed.
Is the NEST 2026 paper available in Hindi?
Yes. The 2026 PDF has the questions in both English and Hindi.