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Newton Scholastic Aptitude Test

Newton Scholastic Aptitude Test (NSAT) is an entrance test for getting into NST's Industry focused Programme, delivered by Rishihood University, ADY Patil University and S-VYASA university.

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Exam Date

21st March
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Exam Time

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Venue

Online (at home)
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Eligibility Criteria

2025, 2026 12th grad with PCM
>50% in PCM & 12th boards Overall
*Please refer to university pages for their respective eligibility criteria

Coding NSAT and NSAT

Two paths, one goal — candidates can take either or both exams 
but must qualify in at least one to be eligible for NST.

NSAT
Coding NSAT

NSAT (Newton Scholastic Aptitude Test)

You should appear for NSAT if...

If you are strong in math, aptitude, and logical reasoning

If you want to build a logical foundation before diving into coding

Assesment Focus

Tests analytical thinking and problem-solving ability

Coding NSAT

You should appear for Coding NSAT if...

If you enjoy solving logical puzzles and building algorithms

If you are someone with prior coding experience

Assesment Focus

Evaluates coding proficiency and pseudo-code understanding

Admission Process

To enroll in NSAT Exam

01
Register for NSAT Exam
02
Appear for NSAT Exam
Syllabus includes - Basic Math, Advanced Math, English, General Aptitude.

2 mock tests will be unlocked after registration, for best preparation.

03
Personal Interview and Group Discussion.

Personal interview with industry experts, where you'll showcase your problems-solving skills, and we'll get to know you and your ambitions better.

Students applying to Rishihood University will be required to attend an additional Group Discussion round.
04
Counselling

Once you clear the interview, you’ll be invited to our on-campus counseling session.

05
Block your seat at NST

Receive your admission letter upon successful completion of the above steps.

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Online
21st March
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Candidates must join 30 mins early to check proctoring setup and exam instructions

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31,352 students have registered

Scholarships for Financial Aid

Explore our scholarships designed to support every student's journey - from partial to full coverage.

Merit-Based Scholarship

Up to 100% scholarship on first year tuition fees

Eligibility

Based on NSAT Exam and Personal Interview scores.

Young Women Leader Scholarship

Up to 10% on tuition fee across 4 years

Eligibility

Female candidates with strong coding projects, extracurricular or sports achievements (above district level), and demonstrated leadership.

Extraordinary Achievements Scholarship

Up to 10% on tuition fee across 4 years

Eligibility

Based on Extracurriculars or Sports Achievements (above District Level), national or international Olympiad wins, national or international competitive exams and strong coding projects.

Exam Pattern
SectionsTypeLevelMarkingQuestionsTopicsTotal Marks
MCQsEasy+4, -13Basic Mathematics12
Learnability ComprehensionMCQsMedium+4, -15Arithmetics20
MCQsHard+4, -12Arithmetics & Logical Comprehension8
PseudocodingMCQsEasy+4, -15Pseudocode to be answered20
MCQsMedium+4, -15Pseudocode correction & Code Comprehension20
MCQsEasy+52Basic Functions Building10
Coding SectionMCQsMedium+102Loops, Basic Strings & Arrays20
MCQsHard+202Algorithm Building40
Total26150
20 March 2026
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