National Scholarship Test (NST) Details

OFFLINE COURSE

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100%

SCHOLARSHIP


ONLINE COURSE

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60%

SCHOLARSHIP

Online Test Date

25th Oct 2026 (Sunday)

CE, ME (Morning Session)

Timings : 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

EE, EC, CS (Afternoon Session)

Timings : 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Test Details

  • Time Duration60 Minutes
  • Total Question60
  • Marks Per Question2 Marks
  • Negative Marking0.66 Marks

NST Syllabus

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Civil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringElectronics & Communication EngineeringComputer Science Engineering
  • Strength of Materials
  • Structural Analysis
  • Surveying
  • Building Materials
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Soil Mechanics
  • Reasoning & Aptitude
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Strength of Materials
  • Theory of Machines
  • Heat Transfer
  • Power Plant
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Casting and Welding
  • Reasoning & Aptitude
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Electrical Machines
  • Power Electronics
  • Power Systems
  • Network Theory
  • Control Systems
  • Measurements
  • Reasoning & Aptitude
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Network Theory
  • Control System
  • Digital Electronics
  • EDC
  • Analog Electronics
  • Communications
  • Reasoning & Aptitude
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Theory of Computation
  • Operating Systems
  • Programming & Data Structure
  • Algorithms
  • Computer Organization and Architecture
  • Databases
  • Reasoning & Aptitude
  • Engineering Mathematics

National Scholarship Test (NST)

for ESE 2028/29 and GATE 2028/29

The primary goal of NST is to support deserving students from economically weaker sections by offering scholarships based on their performance. These scholarships provide access to our online or offline foundation courses for ESE, GATE & PSUs. Needless to say, these courses give aspirants an edge in these competitive examinations. Through NST, talented students can pursue their dream careers, overcoming financial barriers.

NST is Valid For:

ESE + GATE + SES 2028 : Foundation Course
Offline / Live-Online Mode
GATE + SES 2028 : Foundation Course
Offline / Live-Online Mode
ESE + GATE 2028 : Foundation Course
Offline / Live-Online Mode
GATE 2028 : Foundation Course
Offline / Live-Online Mode

Note: Scholarship will be applicable on the batches commencing from 1st Nov 2026 to 31st March 2027 effectively.

CategoryScholarship % in
Live Online Courses
Scholarship % in
Classroom Courses
A60%100%
B25%50%
C10%20%
D5%10%
Note Scholarship will be applicable on Tuition FeeScholarship will be applicable on Tuition Fee

Procedure For Registration

  • Log on to www.madeeasy.in
  • Fill out the NST online registration form & pay the registration fee.
  • Login credentials will be mailed to your respective e-mail id.
  • Online proctored test details will be shared on your registered email id.

Important Dates

🕑 Online Proctored Test
  • Registration End Date: 20th Oct 2026
  • Test Date: 25th Oct 2026
  • Solution Challenge: 25th Oct 2026 (05:00 PM) to 26th Oct 2026 (03:00 PM)
  • Result: 2nd Nov 2026

Technical Requirements for NST (Online Proctored Test)

  • Exam PC/Laptop with at least 2GB RAM (Recommended 4GB).
  • Working Webcam.
  • Working Mic.
  • Internet speed at least 2mbps (Mobile Hotspot not recommended).
  • Power backup.
  • Computers are to be logged in through the Admin user only.
  • Updated version of Google Chrome.

Note: Use a laptop or desktop with a functional camera and microphone for optimal performance. Do not attempt the test on mobile device.

Terms and Conditions

  • The scholarship applies to both Offline and Live-Online GATE, GATE+ESE, and GATE+ESE+SES Foundation Courses commencing between 10th Dec 2026 to 31st March 2027.
  • Scholarship Validity : The scholarship will remain valid till 15th December, 2026; therefore qualified students are advised to secure admission on and before 15th December 2026.
  • Academic Eligibility : Minimum 55% marks in B.Tech./B.E up to the semesters completed/result declared at the time of admission and must not have any active backlogs. Submission of valid academic documents/mark sheets is mandatory. The scholarship will be awarded only after successful verification of the prescribed eligibility criteria.
  • Both Ex-MADE EASY and Fresher students are eligible to appear for NST.
  • The NST result will not be evaluated, and the scholarship will be cancelled if any student is found guilty of malpractice by any unfair means during the test.
  • The scholarship is NOT applicable to Postal, Test Series, or any other Short-Term Classroom/Online Courses.
  • The scholarship is applicable only to the tuition fee for both Classroom/Live-Online Courses.
  • The scholarship is non-transferable and can be availed only by the student who appeared for NST and qualified for the scholarship.
  • NST registration fee is non-refundable.
  • The number of scholarships offered will be at the sole discretion of the Management, based on factors including the number of students appearing for NST, stream-wise cut-off marks, and other applicable parameters.
  • In the event of unavoidable circumstances (natural disasters, riots, terrorism, strikes, government restrictions, or civil unrest) MADE EASY Management reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or modify the test date, time, syllabus, or other related parameters. The decision of the Management in such circumstances shall be final and binding.
  • Important Note : MADE EASY generally conducts NST-1 (Oct/Nov) and NST-2 (Feb/Mar). However, for the current session, the Management has decided to conduct NST-1 only on 25th Oct 2026. Therefore, eligible and deserving aspirants are advised to register for NST-1 and not delay the preparation in anticipation of NST-2.

FAQs

01
What is NST and when is it conducted?
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The National Scholarship Test (NST) is an initiative of MADE EASY to inspire and support deserving students by offering scholarships based on their performance. NST provides an opportunity to avail up to 100% scholarships on tuition fees for classroom courses and up to 60% scholarships on total fees for live online courses.

Online NST: 25th Oct 2026

Morning Session: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Afternoon Session: 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM

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What are the eligibility criteria for NST?
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B.E./B.Tech. passed-out or college-going students studying in 2nd/3rd/4th year can appear for the National Scholarship Test (NST).

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What is the validity of the NST score?
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The NST score will remain valid until 31st March 2027. Students should apply for admission before this deadline.

04
What is the syllabus for NST?
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The test contains 60 questions covering your core technical subjects, Engineering Mathematics, and Reasoning & Aptitude.

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What is the marking scheme for NST?
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For each correct answer, 2 marks are awarded; for each incorrect answer, 0.66 marks are deducted.

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What will be the mode of examination?
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The NST will be conducted in online mode.

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Will NST be applicable to offline or live online courses?
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NST will be applicable to both long-term offline and live-online foundation courses such as ESE, GATE, and ESE+GATE. It will not be applicable to recorded courses, tablet courses, or any other short-term offline/online courses.

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In which batches NST is applicable?
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The NST will be applicable to all long-term offline and live-online batches.

09
What is the last date to register for NST and what is the registration fee?
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The last date to register is 20th October 2026. The registration fee is ₹100 for the online mode.

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How can I make the payment for NST registration?
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You can pay the NST registration fee via Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card, or Credit Card.

11
Can the NST scholarship be transferred to another candidate (friend or sibling)?
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No, the NST scholarship cannot be transferred to another candidate. Only the candidate whose name appears on the NST merit list is eligible for the scholarship.

12
NST will be applicable on the total fee or Tuition fee?
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NST is applicable to the tuition fee for both long-term offline courses and live-online courses.

13
What will be the test pattern and difficulty level of questions?
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The National Scholarship Test consists of 60 multiple-choice questions of medium difficulty level.

14
Will the fee be refunded if a candidate does not appear in NST?
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The registration fee is non-refundable if a candidate does not appear for NST.

15
Will there be any separate batches for the NST-qualified students?
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No. Students who take direct admission and NST-qualified students are admitted into the same batches.

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Is it possible to appear for the NST through online mode?
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Yes, candidates can appear for the NST in online mode.

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How to prepare for NST?
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NST tests logical thinking and mathematical ability through multiple-choice questions. Focus on strengthening basic concepts aligned with GATE-level standards.

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I am an Ex. MADE EASY student. Will I be eligible to get both the Ex-MADE EASY student discount and the NST?
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No, Ex-MADE EASY students can avail of either the Ex-MADE EASY student discount or the NST scholarship — whichever is higher will be applicable.