Updated on Jul 17, 2025
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NEST 2025 Counselling will begin with the release of the NISER Bhubaneswar merit list on July 18, 2025. Candidates listed in this round must report physically to the NISER campus in Jatni by 9:00 AM on July 25, 2025. NEST 2025 Revised Results have been declared on July 17, 2025. All shortlisted candidates must register on the online counselling portal and pay the required counselling fee as per official instructions. Admissions to the Integrated MSc programme will be based on merit rank, seat availability, and candidate preferences.
Candidates should ensure that all required documents are ready before the counselling date. Physical reporting is mandatory to complete admission formalities, and failure to appear may result in seat cancellation. Students are advised to regularly visit the official NEST website for updates and further instructions.
NEST 2025 Counselling: Important Dates
NEST Counselling 2025 will be based on the merit list. To get more information on the counselling dates, candidates should refer to the table below:
NSET Counselling Process 2025
The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2025 counselling process has officially started the admission process in NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai. The first round of counselling will start on July 25, 2025, and the list of shortlisted candidates was released on July 18, 2025, via the official website. It is important to note that NISER and CEBS conduct counselling separately. There is no joint counselling process. Students must follow all instructions carefully to complete the admission formalities within the given timelines.
- The first round of NEST 2025 counselling is ongoing on the official website.
- Shortlisted candidates can check their status or download the list directly from the portal.
- Admissions to NISER and UM-DAE CEBS are conducted separately, based on independent merit lists prepared by each institute.
- Eligible candidates must register online through the respective counselling portals of NISER or CEBS.
- After registration, candidates must download and complete the required documents, including:
- Student Personal Details form
- Medical History Declaration
- Anti-ragging affidavits (signed by both student and parent/guardian)
- Undertaking forms as per instructions
- The first round of counselling continues until all seats are filled or the merit list is exhausted.
- Once the first round concludes, each institute releases a waiting list to begin the second round of counselling.
- The second round is also held separately by each institute and not through a combined process.
- During counselling, candidate attendance is recorded, and a revised merit list is prepared based on those present.
- Final seat allotments at both NISER and CEBS are made strictly according to this updated merit list.
NSET Counselling 2025 Registration Process
Candidates shortlisted through the NEST 2025 merit list must follow a specific registration process to secure admission to NISER Bhubaneswar or UM-DAE CEBS Mumbai. The registration window is limited. Students must carefully do it by not missing any step, as it may lead to disqualification from the counselling process. Below is the complete procedure to guide you on how to register for NEST counselling and proceed with seat allotment.
1. Registration: Visit the official NEST counselling portal and complete the registration using the student's NEST 2025 application number and password.
2. Application Form: Students must still review all the required personal information, like academic and contact details, carefully. They should upload the scanned PDFs of the required documents, such as NEST scorecard, admit card, valid photo ID, and relevant category or domicile certificates if applicable.
3. Fee Payment: Students must pay the prescribed counselling fee and refundable security deposit through the available online payment method suggested on the official website. The counselling fee varies among the students.
4. Choice Filling and Locking: Students must select their preferred institute (NISER or CEBS) and programme in order of preference. Students should make sure to lock their choices before the deadline to be considered for the seat allotment procedure.
5. Seat Allotment: Based on the student's merit rank, category, preferences, and seat availability, the system will allocate a seat. Seat allotment results will be released online on the scheduled date.
6. Reporting to College: Candidates who receive a seat must report physically to the allotted college with original documents for verification and confirm their admission by paying the admission fee.
7. Subsequent Rounds: If the student doesn’t get a seat in the first round or wishes to upgrade, they can participate in further counselling rounds as per the official schedule, including the second round and spot admission (if seats remain vacant).
NSET Counselling 2025 Registration Fees
For NEST 2025 counselling, candidates are required to pay a non-refundable fee based on their category and gender. As per the official guidelines, male candidates from the General and OBC categories must pay INR 1,200, while female candidates from all categories, along with male candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories, need to pay INR 600. This fee is mandatory to confirm participation in the counselling process.
Check: NEST 2025 Cutoff
NEST Counselling 2025: Important Documents
Students attending NEST 2025 counselling are required to carry both originals and photocopies of the required documents for the verification process. The documents should be neatly arranged to ensure a smooth process on the counselling day. Students should make sure everything is ready before time and reach the venue timely to avoid last-minute complications.
- NEST 2025 application form printout
- NEST 2025 Admit Card (hall ticket)
- NEST 2025 scorecard or rank card
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
- Transfer certificate or school/college leaving certificate
- Migration certificate if studied outside Andhra Pradesh
- Study certificates from Class 7 onwards to establish local status
- Caste certificate (if applying under SC/ST/BC category)
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- Income certificate issued after January 2025 (for fee reimbursement)
- Disability certificate (for PwD candidates)
- Domicile or residence certificate,e if required
- Undertaking letter if the original documents are submitted elsewhere
- Original and photocopy of Aadhaar card
- Four recent passport-size colour photographs
- Admission fee demand draft as per the allotted institution’s instructions
NSET Seat Matrix 2025
Candidates applying through NEST 2025 can check the category-wise seat availability at both NISER Bhubaneswar and UM–DAE CEBS Mumbai. The seat distribution differs across institutions and categories, with a fixed percentage reserved for Divyangjan candidates within each category. Here's a detailed breakdown of available seats
NEST Counselling 2025 Reservation Criteria
Seat allotment at NISER and CEBS is done as per the official reservation guidelines. OBC-NCL candidates get 27% reservation, SC have 15%, STs have 7.5%, and 5% is reserved for Divyangjan in each category. EWS reservation is applicable only at CEBS. Valid documents must be submitted to claim these categories.
NEST Counselling 2025 FAQs
When will the first round of NEST 2025 counselling begin?
The first round of NEST counselling for NISER Bhubaneswar will begin on July 25, 2025. Students invited must report to the NISER campus in Jatni by 9:00 AM.
When was the list of shortlisted candidates for counselling released?
The list of candidates invited for the first round of counselling was uploaded on the official NEST NISER website on July 18, 2025.
Will there be joint counselling for NISER and CEBS admissions?
No, there is no joint counselling process. NISER and CEBS conduct separate counselling rounds based on their merit lists.
What documents are required at the time of NEST 2025 Counselling?
Candidates must bring original and photocopies of key documents, including the NEST scorecard, admit card, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, ID proof, and category certificates if applicable.
Is online registration mandatory before attending NEST 2025 counselling?
Yes, qualifying candidates are required to register online for counselling before attending the process at their allotted institute.
How are seats allotted during NEST 2025 counselling?
Seats are allotted based on the modified merit list, which takes into account the attendance during counselling and the original merit ranking.
What happens if seats remain vacant after round 1 NEST 2025 Counselling?
If seats remain after the first round or if the merit list is not exhausted, a second round of counselling will be conducted using a waiting list.
Will the EWS category be considered for reservation at both institutes through NEST 2025 Counselling?
No, seat reservation for the General-EWS category is applicable only at CEBS, as per current admission notifications.
What happens if seats remain vacant after round 1 of NEST 2025 Counselling?
If seats remain after the first round or if the merit list is not exhausted, a second round of counselling will be conducted using a waiting list.
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