NIMCET 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The NIMCET 2026 eligibility criteria are comprehensive and must be strictly followed by all applicants. Here are the detailed requirements:

1. Nationality

Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply for NIMCET 2026.

2. Educational Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree Requirement:

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years duration (such as B.Sc., B.Sc. (Hons), BCA, or BIT) from a recognized university with Mathematics or Statistics as one of the subjects.
• Alternatively, candidates with a B.E. or B.Tech. degree from a recognized university/institution are also eligible.

Open/Distance University Candidates:

• Degrees obtained from Open Universities are valid only if the program is approved by UGC/AICTE/DEC

3. Minimum Marks Required

• General/OBC/EWS: Minimum 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale in the qualifying degree.
• SC/ST/PwD: Minimum 55% aggregate marks or 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale

4. Appearing Candidates

• Final-year students who are appearing for their qualifying exam in 2026 are eligible to apply.

5. Age Limit

• Typically, there is no upper age limit for NIMCET. However, some sources mention a maximum age of 27 years with relaxation for reserved categories, but this is not standard in all official notifications.

NIMCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria FAQs

Ques.1 Who is eligible to apply for NIMCET 2026?

Ans. Candidates must:

• Be Indian citizens.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (3 years or more) in any discipline with Mathematics or Statistics as a subject either in 12th grade or at the UG level.
• Have scored at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (General/EWS/OBC) or 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA (SC/ST/PwD)

Ques.2 Is there an age limit for NIMCET 2026?

Ans. No, there is no age restriction for NIMCET.

Ques.3 I am in the final year of my degree. Can I apply for NIMCET 2026?

Ans. Yes, final-year students can apply. However, they must submit proof of passing their degree (meeting the eligibility) by the deadline prescribed during admission.

Ques.4 How many times can I attempt NIMCET?

Ans. There is no limit on the number of attempts. You can appear for NIMCET as many times as you are eligible.

Ques.5 Can a commerce student apply for NIMCET?

Ans. Yes, but only if you had Mathematics/Statistics in 12th or UG. Otherwise, you are not eligible.

NIMCET 2026 APPLICATION FORM