The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2025 correction window is now open from May 14 to May 16, 2025. This is a very important update for all the students who have registered for NEST 2025. If you have made any mistakes while filling your application form, this is your last chance to correct them before the final submission.
NEST is a national-level entrance exam conducted every year for admission into the 5-year Integrated M.Sc. program in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics at the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar and University of Mumbai – Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Correction Window Opening Date | May 14, 2025 |
| Last Date to Make Corrections | May 16, 2025 |
What Can You Correct in the NEST 2025 Form?
During the correction window, candidates are allowed to make changes in specific fields only. Here are the details that can be corrected:
- Spelling Mistakes in Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Category (General/SC/ST/OBC)
- PwD Status (Persons with Disabilities)
- Address Details
- Exam Centre Preference
- Educational Details (Class 10th and 12th marks, Board Name, Year, etc.)
- Uploaded Photograph and Signature (if unclear or incorrect)
How to Make Corrections in the NEST 2025 Application Form?
Follow these easy steps to make corrections in your NEST application form:
Visit the official website – www.nestexam.in
- Click on the Login option.
- Enter your User ID and Password to access your application dashboard.
- Click on the Application Form Correction link.
- Make the required changes carefully.
- Review all the corrected details before final submission.
- Click on Submit and download the corrected form for your records.
Why is the NEST 2025 Correction Window Important?
Many students unknowingly make typing errors or wrong entries while filling out the application form. Incorrect details like wrong spelling, wrong date of birth, or a mismatched category can lead to the cancellation of candidature.
That is why the correction window is the last and best chance to fix such mistakes without any extra fee. Once the correction window closes, your form will be locked, and no changes will be allowed.
Important Tips for Candidates
- Double-check your name, DOB, and photo with your original documents.
- Make sure the exam centre you have selected is convenient for you to travel.
- Upload a clear photograph and signature in the correct format (as mentioned in the guidelines).
- Don’t wait until the last day (May 16) to make corrections.
