The National Institute of Technology MCA Common Entrance Test is a national-level entrance examination conducted every year. Lakhs of aspirants across the country participate in this entrance exam to get admitted at NITs and IIITs.
Here, we have shared everything you need to know about the NIMCET 2026. Read this article thoroughly to check the important dates, eligibility criteria, application fee, exam pattern, and other important details about.
NIMCET 2026
The NIMCET 2026 will be held across the country at various exam centres for the aspirants who are seeking admission for Master’s of Computer Application for the academic year 2026-27. Likely every year, lakhs of aspirants will take part in it.
If you are interested in getting admission to MCA at any participating National Institutes of Technology or Indian Institutes of Information Technology, you may apply for this entrance exam; the application form will be available soon.
Important Dates
The important dates for the NIMCET 2026 will be made public with the release of notification brochure. Refer to the table below to check the expected timeline.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | April 2026 |
| Deadline to Apply | May 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Last week of May 2026 |
| Entrance Examination | First–Second week of June 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | June 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Last week of June 2026 |
| Counselling | July to August 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
The NIMCET 2026 eligibility criteria are available below, refer to listed points to check if you are eligible to apply for this entrance examination.
- You are an Indian citizen and you reside in any state or territory.
- You have pursued a bachelor’s degree in any subject or stream from an institution recognised by the AICTE/UGC with at least 60% score (50% for SC, ST and PwBD), and have studied Mathematics at Intermediate level.
- There is no age limit.
If you are in the final year or semester of your bachelor’s degree, you may apply for the NIMCET 2026, but you have to provide a marksheet before counselling.
Application Fee
In order to apply online for the NIMCET 2026, it is mandatory that you pay the application fee. Refer to the table below to check what you need to pay to apply for this entrance examination.
| Category | Amount |
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹2,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,250 |
Exam Pattern
The NIMCET 2026 will take place in online mode with an exam time duration of 2 hours. There will be a total number of 120 objective-type questions from different subjects, whose details are:
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
| Mathematics | 50 | 12 | 600 |
| Analytical Ability & Logical Reasoning | 40 | 6 | 240 |
| Computer Awareness | 10 | 6 | 60 |
| General English | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| Total | 120 | — | 1000 |
The negative marking is applicable, for each incorrect response, ¼ of the question weightage will be deducted. The medium of this entrance exam is English.
Syllabus
The syllabus for the NIMCET 2026 is made public officially, refer to listed points to check the key topics for the Mathematics, Analytical Ability & Logical Reasoning, Computer Awareness and General English.
Mathematics
Set Theory & Logic
- Sets, Union, Intersection, Difference
- Cartesian Product, Relations, Functions
- Venn Diagrams
- Truth Tables, Tautology, Contradictions
Probability & Statistics
- Probability basics
- Independent & Dependent Events
- Bayes’ Theorem
- Mean, Median, Mode
- Variance, Standard Deviation
- Frequency Distribution
Algebra
- Quadratic Equations
- Roots & Coefficients
- Indices, Logarithms
- AP, GP, HP
- Permutations & Combinations
- Binomial Theorem
- Matrices & Determinants
- Linear Equations
Coordinate Geometry
- Straight Lines
- Pair of Lines
- Circle
- Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola
- Section Formula
- Tangents & Normals
Calculus
- Functions & Limits
- Continuity
- Differentiation & Applications
- Maxima & Minima
- Rolle’s Theorem
- Mean Value Theorem
- Integration (Definite & Indefinite)
- Area under Curves
Trigonometry
- Trigonometric Functions & Identities
- Inverse Trigonometric Functions
- Solution of Triangles
- Heights & Distances
- Trigonometric Equations
Analytical Ability & Logical Reasoning
- Verbal Reasoning
- Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Blood Relations
- Coding–Decoding
- Direction Sense
- Seating Arrangement
- Puzzles
- Input–Output
- Syllogism
- Series
- Statements & Conclusions
- Data Interpretation
- Numerical Reasoning
- Data Sufficiency
Computer Awareness
- Computer Basics (CPU, Memory, I/O Devices)
- Data Representation (Binary, Hexadecimal, Boolean Algebra)
- Computer Hardware
- Computer Software
- Operating Systems
- Internet & Email
- Cyber Security Basics
General English
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence Formation
- Word Meanings & Phrases
- Technical English Usage
How to Apply?
In order to apply for the NIMCET 2026, please go through the step-by-step instructions available below.
- Visit the National Institute of Technology MCA Common Entrance Test.
- Click on the New Registration option.
- Complete the registration page and get valid login credentials.
- Login to access the application form dashboard.
- Fill in the application form by providing asked details.
- Upload all the necessary documents, it also include photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee.
- Review all the details you have entered, and click on Submit button.