NEST syllabus guide
The official NEST 2026 syllabus primarily followed the CBSE 2025–26 curriculum and NCERT Classes XI-XII, with some Class 10 science knowledge potentially required.
Biology
Cell biology, plant and human physiology, reproduction, genetics, evolution, ecology, biotechnology and other senior-secondary biology topics.
Chemistry
Physical, inorganic and organic chemistry across the senior-secondary curriculum, with emphasis on concepts and quantitative reasoning.
Mathematics
Algebra, calculus, coordinate geometry, vectors, probability, statistics and related Class XI-XII mathematics.
Physics
Mechanics, thermal physics, waves, electricity, magnetism, optics, modern physics and related Class XI-XII concepts.
Best way to study NEST
Use NCERT as the foundation, then practise mixed questions. Because the final score uses qualifying sections, do not let one subject become a complete blind spot.
This is a condensed guide, not the full official syllabus. Verify the current NEST brochure for the active cycle.