NERIST NEE Exam Pattern 2026 - Number of Questions, Marking Scheme

NERIST NEE Exam Pattern 2026 - Number of Questions, Marking Scheme

Team Careers360Updated on 08 Jan 2026, 12:35 PM IST

NERIST NEE Exam Pattern 2026 - NERIST released the NEE 2026 exam pattern online. The authority has mentioned the NERIST NEE 2026 exam pattern 2026 in the information brochure. The detailed exam pattern is also mentioned below. The exam pattern of NERIST NEE 2026 consists of the number of questions, marking scheme, exam duration, exam phases, question type, and more. Knowing the exam pattern of NERIST NEE 2026 will make candidates familiar with the question pattern. Moreover, candidates must check the NEE 2026 syllabus along with the exam pattern to prepare for the entrance test. The authority will conduct the NERIST Entrance Exam on April 26, 2026, in offline mode. Candidates can check the complete details about the NERIST NEE 2026 exam pattern from the information mentioned below.

NERIST NEE Exam Pattern 2026 - Number of Questions, Marking Scheme
NERIST NEE Exam Pattern 2026

NERIST NEE 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights

Particulars Details

Exam Level

University level exam

NERIST NEE Exam mode

Offline (pen and paper-based) mode

NERIST NEE exam duration

3 hours

Number of Questions

NEE I – 125

NEE II – 115-130

NEE III – 130

Question Type

Multiple choice questions

Exam sections

  • Physics

  • Chemistry

  • Mathematics

Maximum marks

150

Negative marking

Yes

Also Read: NERIST NEE Application Form 2026

NERIST NEE 2026 Exam Pattern

NERIST will conduct the NEE 2026 exam in 19 centres. The exam pattern of NERIST NEE 2026 is segregated into three levels namely Base Module (NEE-1), Diploma Module (NEE-2), and Degree Module (NEE-3). The official exam pattern for NERIST NEE is uploaded here. Candidates can check the NERIST NEE 2026 exam pattern for each level in the table given below.

NERIST NEE 2026 Exam Centres

Examination City Code (XX)Name of Examination City

01

Agartala

02

Aizawl

03

Dibrugarh

04

Gangtok

05

Guwahati

06

Imphal

07

Itanagar

08

Pasighat

09

Kohima

10

North Lakhimpur

11

Shillong

12

Silchar

13

Tezpur

14

Bomdila

15

Ziro

16

Aalo

17

Churachandpur

18

Namsai

19

Siligur

NERIST NEE-I Exam Pattern 2026

Section

Number of Questions

Physics (Section-A)

35 Questions (35 marks)

Chemistry (Section-B)

35 Questions (35 marks)

Mathematics (Section-C)

55 Questions (80 marks)

NERIST NEE-II Exam Pattern 2026

Sections

Number of Questions

Physics (Section-A)

45 marks (25 questions of 1 mark each & 10 questions of 2 marks each)

Chemistry (Section-B)

45 marks (25 questions of 1 mark each & 10 questions of 2 marks each)

Mathematics (Section-C)

60 marks (30 questions of 1 mark each & 15 questions of 2 marks each)

Exam pattern of NEE-II 2026 (Vocational)

Sections

Number of Questions

Physics (Section-A)

25 marks (25 questions of 1 mark each)

Chemistry (Section-B)

25 marks (25 questions of 1 mark each)

Mathematics (Section-C)

30 marks (30 questions of 1 mark each)

Vocational Subject (Section-D)

70 marks (30 questions of 1 mark each & 20 questions of 2 marks each)

Vocational subjects:

  • Farm Equipment

  • Food Processing

  • Electronics Technology/Electronics Maintenance

  • Construction Technology

  • Mechanical Craftsmanship

  • Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

  • Electrical Technology/Electrical Maintenance

  • Automobile Technology

NEE NEE-III Exam Pattern 2026

Sections

Marking Scheme & Questions

Physics (Section-A)

25 marks (25 questions of 1 mark each)

Chemistry (Section-B)

25 marks (25 questions of 1 mark each)

Mathematics (Section-C)

30 marks (30 questions of 1 mark each)

Branch subject (Section-C)

70 marks (30 questions of 1 mark each & 20 questions of 2 marks each)

Branch subjects:

  • Agricultural Engineering

  • Civil Engineering

  • Computer Science and Engineering

  • Electronics and Communications Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

NERIST NEE Admit Card 2026

The authority will issue the NERIST NEE 2026 admit card on April 14, 2026, in online mode. The registered candidates can download the admit card of NERIST NEE 2026 using their login credentials. The admit card consists of candidate details, exam date & time, exam centre address, and important guidelines. Candidates must carry the NERIEST NEE admit card on the exam day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I prepare for the NERIST entrance exam?
A:

Make sure you understand the complete syllabus and NERIST NEE exam pattern 2026. You must try to practice as many mock tests as possible.

Q: Does NEE have negative marking?
A:

Yes, the NERIST NEE exam contains a negative marking.

Q: Is the NERIST NEE exam tough?
A:

As per the students' reaction, the NERIST NEE exam is not very tough to crack.

Q: Is the NERIST NEE exam online?
A:

The NERIST NEE 2026 will be held in offline mode.

Q: What is the exam duration of NERIST NEE?
A:

The exam of NERIST NEE will be conducted for 3 hours.

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Hello Aspirant,

Expected Cutoff Marks for NEE 2 2025:

Cutoff will depend on:-

  • Exam complexity
  • Number of applicants
  • Availability of seats

According to past trends:

  • General - ~120-130 marks
  • OBC - ~100-115 marks
  • SC/ST Categories - ~90-105 marks

These are estimates only. The actual cutoff will be different. Official cutoffs

Hello there,

To download the NEET admit card, follow these simple steps:

  1. Visit the official website : Go to https://neet.nta.nic.in

  2. Click on “Download Admit Card” link on the homepage.

  3. Login using your NEET application number, date of birth, and security pin.

  4. Once logged in, your admit card will appear.

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Hello,

For a Diploma in Civil Engineering after 10th grade , you should apply for NEE 1 (Northeast Entrance Exam - 1) .

Key Points:

  • NEE 1 is for candidates who have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) and want to pursue a Diploma in engineering.
  • NEE 2 is for candidates with

Hi there,

Hope you are doing fine.

The specific number of seats available in each category for the Mathematics department at NERIST (North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology) through the NEE-3 (NERIST Entrance Examination)  may vary each year based on several factors including the changes in the policy