If you are preparing for ESE and GATE 2028 and looking for a way to cut down your coaching fees, MADE EASY NST is the opportunity you should not miss. The National Scholarship Test conducted by MADE EASY allows deserving engineering students to earn up to 100% scholarship on classroom courses and up to 60% scholarship on live-online courses. Whether you are a college-going student or already-graduated aspirant, MADE EASY NST opens the door to quality ESE and GATE coaching without letting finances hold you back.
In this blog, we cover everything about MADE EASY NST. This includes test dates, eligibility, syllabus, fees, registration process, login details and the FAQs you need answered before you apply.
What is MADE EASY NST
The National Scholarship Test (NST) is an initiative by MADE EASY to support meritorious students, especially those from economically weaker backgrounds. The top rankers will be awarded with a fee concession. The MADE EASY National Scholarship test is open to both fresher students and Ex- MADE EASYstudents. It applies to the Foundation Courses for ESE 2028, GATE 2028, ESE+GATE 2028 and GATE+ESE+SES 2028, available in both Offline and Live-Online modes.
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The scholarship earned through the national scholarship test NST remains valid for admissions taken up to 31st March 2027. Students have a reasonable window to plan their batch and course enrollment after clearing the test.
MADE EASY NST Test Date and Important Dates
Check out the NST key dates every aspirant should mark for the upcoming cycle:
| Particulars | Date |
| Registration Start | Ongoing |
| Registration Last Date | 20th October 2026 |
| MADE EASY NST Test Date | 25th October 2026 (Sunday) |
| Morning Session (CE, ME) | 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM |
| Afternoon Session (EE, EC, CS) | 3:00 PM- 4:00 PM |
| Test Duration | 60 minutes |
| Total Questions | 60 questions |
| Solution Challenge Window | 25th Oct (5:00 PM)- 26th Oct (3:00 PM) 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 2nd November 2026 |
The test is conducted as an online proctored exam. Every question carries 2 marks and a negative marking of 0.66 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer. The National Scholarship test’s last date to apply is 20th October 2026.
National Scholarship Test Eligibility
The national scholarship test eligibility criteria are kept simple so can a wide pool of aspirants can benefit:
- BE/BTech passed out students are eligible.
- College-going students currently in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year can also appear.
- Both fresher candidates and Ex-MADE EASY students can apply for MADE EASY NST.
- The test is open across five engineering streams: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication and Computer Science.
National Scholarship Test Syllabus
The National Scholarship Test syllabus is aligned with GATE-level standards and covers your branch-specific core subjects along with Engineering Mathematics and Reasoning & Aptitude. Check out the NST syllabus branch wise briefly given below:
- Civil Engineering: Strength of Materials, Structural Analysis, Surveying, Building Materials, Fluid Mechanics, Soil Mechanics
- Mechanical Engineering: Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Heat Transfer, Power Plant, Fluid Mechanics, Casting and Welding
- Electrical Engineering: Electrical Machines, Power Electronics, Power Systems, Network Theory, Control Systems, Measurements
- Electronics & Communication: Network Theory, Control Systems, Digital Electronics, EDC, Analog Electronics, Communications
- Computer Science: Theory of Computation, Operating Systems, Programming & Data Structure, Algorithms, Computer Organization, Databases
Every stream also includes Reasoning & Aptitude and Engineering Mathematics, making the test a fair reflection of your GATE and ESE preparedness.
MADE EASY NST Registration Process
Registration for MADE EASY NST is quite easy as it is a fully online process:
- Go to the official website MADE EASY website and go to the NST registration page.
- Fill out the MADE EASY NST registration form with your personal and academic details.
- Pay the registration fee online through Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card or Credit Card.
- Your login credentials will be emailed to your registered ID once registration is complete.
- Test-day instructions, including the proctoring link will be shared on the same registered email closer to the exam date.
This is the standard national scholarship test online apply process and it takes only a few minutes to complete.
MADE EASY NST Login
Once you complete your MADE EASY NST registration, you will receive your MADE EASY NST Login credentials via email. These credentials are used to access your test link, download admit-card details and later check your result and scorecard. Keep this login information safe, as it will also be useful when checking your NST result and scholarship category.
MADE EASY NST Fees
The MADE EASY National Scholarship Test fees are kept minimal to ensure the test remains accessible to all aspirants. The registration fee is INR 100, payable online at the time of applying. As per the policy, the NST registration fee is non-refundable, even if a candidate does not appear for the test.
NST Structure: How Much Can You Save
The scholarship percentage awarded through MADE EASY NST depends on the category a student secures based on their performance:
| Category | Live Online Courses | Classroom Courses |
| A | 60% | 100% |
| B | 40% | 75% |
| C | 30% | 50% |
| D | 20% | 25% |
| E | 10% | 10% |
For classroom (offline) courses, the scholarship applies to the tuition fee, while for live-online courses, it applies to the total fee. This means a top-performing student in the MADE EASY scholarship test can potentially study the entire Foundation course for ESE and GATE 2028 completely free of tuition cost.
MADE EASY NST Question Paper and Preparation
Many aspirants search for the MADE EASY NST question paper or national scholarship test question paper to understand the difficulty level before appearing. The NST is objective in nature, with 60 MCQs of medium difficulty. The best preparation strategy is to revise your core engineering subjects, brush on Engineering Mathematics and practice Reasoning & Aptitude questions regularly. Solving previous year GATE-level questions is a good way to test your readiness for the actual test.
NST 2026 Result
The NST Result MADE EASY declared is expected on 2nd November 2026. Results are announced on the official MADE EASY NST portal, and qualified candidates are informed of their scholarship category through their registered email. It is a good idea to log in periodically using your NST credentials around the result date to avoid missing any updates.
MADE EASY NST is one of the most reliable ways to make your ESE and GATE 2028 preparation more affordable without compromising on the quality of coaching. With minimal fees, a simple online registration process and scholarship going up to 100%, this is a chance every serious aspirant should grab. Register before 20th October 2026 and take your first step toward a scholarship-backed ESE/GATE 2028 journey with MADE EASY.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When is the NST test and how long is it?
Ans: The MADE EASY NST test is scheduled for 25 October 2026 (Sunday). It is a 60-minute online proctored test conducted in a morning session (11:00 AM-12:00 PM) for CE and ME branches. There is a separate afternoon session (3:00 PM-4:00 PM) for EE, EC and CS branches.
Q2. What is the last date to register for NST 2026?
Ans: The last date to register for MADE EASY NST is 20th October 2026.
Q3. How much is the registration fee?
Ans: The registration fee for MADE EASY NST is INR 100, payable online.
Q4. Who is eligible to appear for NST 2026?
Ans: BE/BTech passed-out students, as well as college-students in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year can appear. Both fresher and Ex-Made EASY students are eligible.
Q5. Is the test online or offline?
Ans: MADE EASY NST is conducted entirely online as a proctored test.
Q6. When will the NST 2026 result be declared?
Ans: The result is scheduled to be declared on 2nd November 2026.
Q7. Which batches can I join with NST scholarship?
Ans: The scholarship is applicable to Offline and Live-Online Foundation Courses for ESE 2028, GATE 2028, ESE+GATE 2028 and GATE+ESE+SES 2028. It is not applicable to Postal, Test Series or other short-term courses.
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How to enroll with nst score
Hi Ansh Dixit, thanks for your question.
To enroll using your NST score, visit the MADE EASY website and apply for the desired course. While taking admission, you need to submit your NST scorecard to claim the scholarship on the course fee.
For more details, please contact the MADE EASY admission team or visit the official website.
Which year students are eligible for this exam?
Hi Pavithra,
Students who are currently studying in B.E./B.Tech 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year, as well as engineering graduates, are eligible to appear for the MADE EASY National Scholarship Test (NST).
So, if you are pursuing engineering and are in 2nd year or above, you can apply for this scholarship test. The NST helps students secure scholarships for GATE and ESE preparation courses based on their performance in the test.
If you need any more details about the registration or exam pattern, feel free to ask.
Best wishes for your preparation!