NEST 2023 Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme, Sections, and Duration

• The NEST 2023 Exam Pattern includes details about the marking scheme, sections, and duration of the exam. It is a computer-based test conducted in two sections: Section 1 and Section 2.
• Section 1 consists of multiple-choice questions from the subjects of biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics. Each correct answer carries one mark, and there is negative marking for incorrect answers.
• Section 2 is the general section that tests the candidates' comprehension, analytical, and quantitative skills. This section does not have any negative marking.
• The total duration of the exam is three hours. Section 1 is further divided into four sections, and the candidates have the freedom to attempt any or all of the sections within the given time limit.
• It is important for candidates to familiarize themselves with the NEST 2023 Exam Pattern to understand the structure of the exam and prepare accordingly.
• The exam is scheduled to be held on June 24, 2023.

NEST 2023 Exam Pattern

• Exam Mode - Online in the CBT mode
• Exam Medium - English
• Duration of Exam - 180 MInutes
• Questions Type - Multiple Choice Questions(MCQs)
• Sections - 5 sections 
• Total Marks - 230 Marks
• Marking Scheme - There will no negative marking in the General Section and in Section 2 - Negative marking will be done.

Answering Questions  of NEST 2023

The candidates should check the details of marking the answer for NEST:

• It is in the interest of the candidate to attempt all sections of NEST.
• As the merit list for both the institutes is prepared with best 3 scores of the subject sections (in addition to the general section), and the section with the worst score is omitted. Thus attempting all sections will increase their chances of a better total score.
• Some questions may have one or more correct answers for which marks can only be earned by marking all correct answers.