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NERIST Entrance Examination (NEE) is an offline entrance exam held across the North Eastern States (Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura). This entrance exam is conducted by the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) for admission to , BTech LE, BSc (Hons) in Forestry, and certificate courses. NEE-I, NEE-II and NEE-III are held for admission to certificate courses, BTech & BSc (Hons) in Forestry, and BTech Lateral Entry respectively. The NEE-II is conducted with a single question paper of 150 marks of three hours duration. NEE-II (PCM) is held for candidates aspiring to take admission in BTech courses and NEE-II (PCB) is for candidates seeking admission to BSc (Hons) in Forestry. Candidates who qualify NEE, have to appear for the counselling rounds conducted by NERIST for admission.
Highlights
| Exam Particulars | Exam Details |
| Exam Name | NERIST Entrance Examination (NEE) |
| Conducting Body | North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) |
| Exam Level | State level |
| Exam Frequency | Annual |
| Mode of Exam | Offline, OMR-based test |
| Courses offered through Entrance Exam | Certificate course via NEE-IBtech, and BSc (Hons) in Forestry via NEE-IIBTech LE via NEE-III |
| Exam Fees | INR 1500 for Gen/OBC/EWSINR 1000 for ST/SC/PH |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours |
| No. of Papers | 3 (NEE-I, NEE-II, and NEE-III) |
| Language/Medium of Exam | English |
| Colleges Accepting Exam Score | North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) |
Exam Dates
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
| 10 Jan ’25 – 31 Mar ’25 | NEE 2025 registration window |
| 11 Apr ’25 – 26 Apr ’25 | NEE 2025 admit card release date |
| 26 Apr ’25 | NEE-II and NEE-III exam date 2025 |
| 27 Apr ’25 | NEE-I exam date 2025 |
| May ’25 | NEE 2025 answer key |
| May ’25 | NEE 2025 answer key challenge window |
| May ’25 | NEE 2025 result |
Eligibility Criteria
Age limit: The maximum Age limit as of 31st July of the current academic year is 23 years for the students of the general category (GE) (born on or after 1st August 2002), 26 years for OBC and female applicants (born on or after 1st August 1999) and 28 years for ST/SC/PD (born on or after 1st August 1997).
Academic qualification: Academic Qualifications for different schemes/modes of NEE-II:
- NEE-II (PCM):Â Applicants must have passed/appeared in 10+2/ Higher Secondary/Sr. Secondary with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM).
- NEE-II (PCB):Â Applicants must have passed/appeared in 10+2/Higher Secondary/Sr. Secondary with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB).
Exam Pattern
| Section – Subject | Distribution of questions | Total marks |
| Section A – Physics | 25 questions of 1-mark each | 45 |
| 10 questions of 2-marks each | ||
| Section B – Chemistry | 25 questions of 1-mark each | 45 |
| 10 questions of 2-marks each | ||
| Section C – Mathematics | 30 questions of 1-mark each | 60 |
| 15 questions of 2-marks each |
The exam pattern for NEE-II (BSc H Forestry courses) is given below:
| Section – Subject | Distribution of questions | Total marks |
| Section A – Physics | 25 questions of 1-mark each | 45 |
| 10 questions of 2-marks each | ||
| Section B – Chemistry | 25 questions of 1-mark each | 45 |
| 10 questions of 2-marks each | ||
| Section C – Biology | 30 questions of 1-mark each | 60 |
| 15 questions of 2-marks each |
 Exam Centers
| Examination Centre Code | Name of Examination Centre |
| 01 | Agartala |
| 02 | Aizawl |
| 03 | Dibrugarh |
| 04 | Gangtok |
| 05 | Guwahati |
| 06 | Imphal |
| 07 | Itanagar |
Syllabus
| Sections | Topics |
| Physics | Measurement in Science and Technology Structure of Atom Motion Gravitation Work, Energy and Power Heat Wave motion and sound Light reflection and refraction Optical Instruments Electricity, its heating and chemical effects Magnetic effects of electric current Nuclear Fission and Fusion The Universe |
| Chemistry | Matter Around Us Atomic Structure Classification of Elements Chemical Bonding Chemical reactions and Some basic concepts Energetics Metals Non-Metals Biomass as fuel Environmental Pollution |
| Mathematics | Number System Polynomials Rational expressions Linear Equations in one & two variables Quadratic Equations Lines, Angles and Triangles Circles Trigonometry Mensuration Statistics and Probability Coordinate Geometry (2D) |
Check the topics from the NERIST Entrance Exam 2025 syllabus for NEE-III below:
| Sections | Topics |
| Physics | Units and dimensionsLaws of MotionRotational motionProperties of MatterHeat and thermodynamicsOscillations and wavesElectrostatics:Current electricityMagnetic effect of currentMagnetismElectromagnetic induction and alternating currentRay Optics and Optical Instruments |
| Chemistry | Structure of AtomChemical BondingPeriodic Properties of ElementsGaseous StateChemical EquilibriumRedox ReactionsElectrochemistryOrganic chemistryOrganic compounds with one functional group |
| Mathematics | TrigonometryAlgebraCoordinate Geometry(2D)Coordinate Geometry(3D)Vector AlgebraDifferential CalculusIntegral CalculusStatistics |
Preparation Tips
Through the syllabus of NERIST NEE 2025, they will be able to know all the subjects and topics from where the questions are produced. By knowing, the syllabus candidates can segregate each unit or chapter accordingly to fare well in the exam.
Mathematics
- Analytical Geometry
- Complex Numbers
- Differential Calculus
- Matrices and Determinants
- Sequence and Series
- Theory of Equation
- Trigonometry
- Vector Algebra
Chemistry
- Alcohols
- Carbonyl Compounds
- Coordination Chemistry
- D and F Block Elements
- Electro Chemistry
- Ethers
- Organic Nitrogen Compounds
- Solid States
- Thermodynamics
Physics
- Atomic Physics
- Communication System
- Communication System
- Current Electricity
- Electromagnetic Induction and Alternate Current
- Electromagnetic Waves and Wave Optics
- Electrostatics
- Nuclear Physics
NERIST NEE 2025 Exam Pattern
The NERIST Entrance Examination (NEE) is conducted as a pen and paper-based test. The NERIST NEE 2025 question paper will be different for three different modules – Diploma Module of Technology Stream, Degree Module of Technology, and Degree Module of Forestry. The question paper of NEE will consist of 125 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks.
Reference Books for the NERIST Entrance Exam
Check below some reference books for NEE:
| Book Name | Book Name |
| Fundamentals of Physics | Inorganic Chemistry |
| Objective Mathematics by R.D Sharma | Organic Chemistry Guides |
| Problems Plus In IIT JEE Mathematics | Nerist Entrance Examination 2020 Nee-I (Base Module) (English, Paperback, Arihant Experts) |
| NERIST Entrance Examination 2025 NEE – I (Base Module) Solved Papers 2021 – 12 (Paperback, Rumi Goswami, Virendra Singh, Purnima Sharma) | NERIST NEE Guide |
Solve previous year question papers
Solving the previous year’s question papers of NEE is extremely important to get a good rank in the exam. Through the previous years’ question papers and practice papers, candidates can know the important topics and chapters to be studied for the upcoming entrance exams.
Make yourself free from doubts
It is important to note that no matter how big or small your doubt is, get it cleared. Reach out to the teachers or mentors, and even friends to ensure none of the doubts related to the examination remain unsolved. Solving within the time available is a wise decision. Subsequently, some e-learning apps would assist you in clarifying your doubts about a particular topic related to the NERIST NEE 2025 exam.
Make a revision checklist
Candidates must make sure to make a checklist of the NEE syllabus with the list of topics/units against each subject – Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Tick off the important topics as and when you are done with revising the particular topic.
Make Notes and Use flashcards
Candidates have to keep sticky notes or flashcards handy. It should contain all the important formulae, concepts, and diagrams. These could also be used in the last minutes before the exam.
Work on your weak areas and strengthen them
After preparing a lesson evaluate the paper and note down the mistakes and weak areas. Work on the subjects, topics, and units that need improvement. Work on them and strengthen them well before the actual exam takes place.