The Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST) 2026 application deadline has been extended to 25 March 2026. Candidates who have not yet applied can complete the registration process before the revised deadline. Earlier, the last date to submit the JEST 2026 application form was 23 March 2026. The registration process began on 26 February 2026. The examination is scheduled for 12 April 2026.
JEST 2026 Application Form Date and Schedule
Candidates can check the important dates below:
The extension gives additional time to complete the application process without missing the deadline.
How to Fill JEST 2026 Application Form?
Follow the steps below to apply:
- Visit the official JEST website
- Click on the Apply Online link
- Complete the registration process
- Fill in the required details in the application form
- Upload necessary documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and download confirmation
Candidates are advised to check all details carefully before submission.
JEST 2026 Application Fee
The application fee is as follows:
- INR 600 for SC/ST/PwD candidates
- INR 1200 for other categories
The fee must be paid online to complete the form submission.
JEST 2026 Eligibility Criteria
There is no single fixed eligibility rule for all institutes. However, candidates are generally expected to have:
- A degree such as MSc in Physics or a related subject
- Equivalent qualifications in relevant disciplines
Eligibility requirements may vary depending on the participating institute.
JEST 2026 Exam Details and Courses
JEST is a national-level entrance exam conducted once every year for research-based programmes. It offers admission to:
- PhD in Physics and Computational Biology
- Integrated PhD programmes
- MSc and research programmes in Physics
- PhD in Theoretical Computer Science
The exam level is based on advanced BSc and MSc-level concepts.
