NISER Course Admission 2025: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

NICER Integrated M.Sc. Admission

The duration of the Integrated M.Sc. course at NICER is 5 years. The eligibility criteria of this course are that the candidate must have completed 10+2 with science subjects and a minimum of 60% marks. The selection is made through the NEST examination and subsequent merit counselling by the National Institute of Science Education and Research.

Eligibility Criteria:

Below are the details of the Integrated M.Sc. eligibility criteria at National Institute of Science Education and Research:

• Candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent exam from a recognised board in the science stream.
• She/he should have obtained a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying exam (55% for SC/ST/PwD category).
• National Institute of Science Education and Research also accepts students who have passed 10+2 in the last three years from any recognised Board in India.
• The age limit for NICER admission has been removed, making it accessible for students of all ages.

Selection Process:

Below are the details of the Integrated M.Sc. selection process at National Institute of Science Education and Research:

• Admission is made on the basis of the National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) conducted jointly by NISER and CEBS.
• The NEST entrance test assesses knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics.
• A merit list is prepared based on overall and sectional cut-offs in NEST examination.
• Shortlisted candidates are invited for document verification and counselling before final admission.

NICER Ph.D. Admission

NICER offers Ph.D. programs in various science disciplines through its specialised schools. The duration varies from 3-5 years, and admission is based on national-level examinations followed by a written test and an interview conducted by the National Institute of Science Education and Research.

Eligibility Criteria:

Below are the details of Ph.D. program eligibility criteria at the National Institute of Science Education and Research:

• Candidates must have a Master's degree in a relevant science discipline with a minimum of 55-60% marks.
• National Institute of Science Education and Research accepts graduates who have qualified in national exams like GATE, CSIR-NET, JEST, DBT, and GPAT.
• They may consider exceptional B.Sc. candidates for direct Ph.D. admission in certain cases.

Selection Process:

Below are the details of the Ph.D. program selection process at the National Institute of Science Education and Research:

• Candidates are shortlisted based on the scores in national exams like GATE, CSIR-NET, JEST, DBT, and GPAT and academic merit.
• A written test and/or an interview for shortlisted candidates.

NICER M.Sc. (MRP) Admission

NICER offers a specialised 2-year M.Sc. program in Medical and Radiological Physics (MRP). This unique program includes a hospital internship and prepares students for careers in medical physics.

Eligibility Criteria:

• A B.Sc. with Physics as the main subject for the MRP program
• Accepts JAM or JEST-qualified candidates for this program

Selection Process:

• A written test and an interview for MRP candidates.
• Final selection is based on academic performance and test scores. 

NICER Hostel Admission

The National Institute of Science Education and Research provides mandatory hostel accommodation for all students, ensuring a conducive learning environment and fostering academic collaboration among students.

NICER Hostel Eligibility:

• Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all enrolled students
• Both single and double occupancy rooms are based on availability

NICER Hostel Fees:

Below are the detailed hostel fees at the National Institute of Science Education and Research: