NERIST NEE 2026: Official Admission Notification Released, Applications Open

Nirjuli, Arunachal Pradesh — The North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) has officially published the Admission Notification for the NERIST Entrance Examination (NEE) 2026. For students across the North Eastern states aiming to secure seats in premier technical programs, the application window is now officially active.

Key Exam Details & Timeline

According to the official notification (No. NEE/Advt/27/2026), the critical schedule is as follows:

• Online Application Window: January 9, 2026 – March 31, 2026.

• Admit Card Download: Available from April 14, 2026.

• Examination Dates:

  • April 25, 2026 (10:00 AM to 1:00 PM): NEE-II (Engineering & Technology, Forestry) & NEE-III (Lateral Entry).

  • April 26, 2026 (10:00 AM to 1:00 PM): NEE-I (Certificate), NEE-II (Science) & NEE-II (BBA).

Module Breakdown for Applicants

NERIST operates on a unique modular academic structure that provides varied entry points:

• NEE-I (Certificate Level): Open to candidates who have appeared or passed Class X, featuring 225 core seats.

• NEE-II (Degree Level): Designed for Class XII graduates. It encompasses B.Tech for PCM students (120 core seats), B.Sc in Forestry for PCB students (40 core seats), and specific modules for Science and BBA.

• NEE-III (Lateral Entry): Accommodates candidates holding a 3-year Diploma in a relevant engineering branch for direct entry into the B.Tech program (80 core seats).

Application Guidelines

All applications must be submitted online exclusively through the official portals: www.neeonline.ac.in or www.nerist.ac.in. Applicants are strongly advised to select the correct reservation code corresponding to their specific North Eastern state to properly process regional quotas during counseling.