NSEP 2025-26: The National Standard Examination in Physics 2025-26 registration for students was open from August 21 to September 14, 2025, with centre registrations commencing on August 1 and closing by August 20, 2025. The eagerly awaited NSEP admit card has officially been released on October 27, 2025, and can be downloaded from the official IAPT exam portal. Conducted by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT), this prestigious physics olympiad serves as Stage 1 of the Indian Olympiad programme, targeting students of Classes 11 and 12. The NSEP 2025 exam will be held nationwide on November 23, 2025 (from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM), followed by further stages like INPhO and OCSC for shortlisted candidates. Eligibility, syllabus, stages, and the registration fee (Rs. 200) details are available on the official IAPT website, guiding aspirants through all crucial steps of the olympiad journey.

NSEP Admit Card 2025 Out

The NSEP Admit Card 2025 has been released by IAPT, allowing candidates enrolled for the National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP) to download their admit cards from the official IAPT portal. Students must log in using their enrollment number and date of birth to access the admit card. Important dates include the admit card release on October 27, 2025, and all candidates should ensure details are verified before the exam date. In case of any issues while downloading, it is advised to use a laptop or desktop for a smoother experience. Keep your admit card safe and remember to check the instructions mentioned for exam day entry. Below is the direct download link of admit card: 

NSEP Admit Card 2025 Download Link

NSEP 2025-26 Exam Date (Out)

Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) will conduct NSEP centre registration from August 1 to August 20, 2025, followed by student enrolment from August 21 to September 14, 2025. The NSEP 2025-26 exam is scheduled to be held on 23rd November 2025 (Sunday) from 8:30 am to 10:30 am.

Note: The NSEP Pre-Departure Camp is tentatively scheduled for the 2nd week of November 2025, though the exact dates are yet to be confirmed. Candidates should stay updated to attend this important training camp.

NSEP Training Camp 2025

NSEP Training Camp 2025 is a specialized program created to help students excel in the National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP), the first step toward the Indian National Physics Olympiad (INPhO) and ultimately the IBO. The camp follows the official NSEP syllabus for Physics, covering advanced topics in a structured, step-by-step manner to bridge the gap between school-level science and the complex questions featured in NSEP. Sessions include theory, problem-solving, and intensive revision, guided by experienced faculty members, and offer both live and recorded access for flexible learning. This program provides comprehensive chapter-wise material and regular progress tests, ensuring thorough preparation and deep conceptual understanding for high-achieving students targeting NSEP 2025.

NSEP Full Form 

NSEP stands for National Standard Examination in Physics. It was first conducted in 1987 by IAPT and serves as the initial stage for selecting students for the Indian and International Physics Olympiad.

NSEP is held nationwide at a regional level and is offered in English, Hindi, and other Indian languages. The exam is generally conducted in November, and results for Stage 1 are announced in December or January, after which qualified candidates can move to the second stage.

Stages of After NSEP 2025-26

Stage 1 – NSEP- National Standard Examination in Physics.

Stage 2 – INPhO- Indian National Physics Olympiad

Stage 3 – OCSC- The Orientation cum Selection Camp in physics.

Stage 4 – PDT- Pre-departure Training Camp for IPhO.

Stage 5 – IPhO- Participation in International Physics Olympiad.

NSEP 2025-26 Overview

NSEP 2025-26 Important Dates

NSEP 2025-26 Eligibility 

The first step before registering for NSEP 2025-26 is to check your exam eligibility. Here are the complete eligibility requirements for NSEP Olympiad:

• Candidate must possess an Indian passport.
• Applicants must be born between July 1, 2006 and June 30, 2011, both days inclusive.
• Applicant must be living and studying in India on or before 30.11.2022 OR Applicant must be studying in an Indian school system on or before 30.11.2022
• Applicant must not have completed (or must complete) Class 12- board exam before 30.11.2025.
• The applicant must not have started (or plan to start) studies at a university or similar educational institution before June 1, 2025.
• Candidate must not appear in NSEJS 2025-26.

Student Feedback Form

NSEP 2025-26 Registration Link 

NSEP 2025-26 Application Fee

How to Apply for NSEP 2025-26?

• Open Official Website – iapt.org.in.
• Click on the NSEP 2025-26 Registration link under the Latest Notifications section of the home page.
• Enter all the required details on the NSEP Student Registration page and click on the Generate OTP button.
• If the registration is successful, log in again with your credentials and enter all the required information.
• Submit the necessary documents and other information.
• Finally, pay the NSEP fee for the exam. Click "Submit" to complete the NSEP 2025 registration process.

NSEP 2025-26 Exam Date Out

Online Coaching for NSEP Exam 2025-26

NSEP 2 Year Integrated Program

NSEP Batch 2025

NSEP Exam Pattern 2025-26

• Part 1 consists of 48 multiple choice questions with one correct answer from the given options and Part 2 consists of 12 MCQs with one or more correct answers.
• The total marks for NSEP 2025 are 216.
• Also 1 mark is penalized for each wrong answer and 3 marks for each correct answer.
• The question paper language is available in English, Hindi, Gujarati, Bangla, Tamil, Telugu and all Indian languages ​​(provided 300 students opt for it). For NSEP registration 2025-26, students must select one language of their choice.
• Candidates can analyze their preparation level and know the difficulty level of the exam by using these NSEP Exam Question Papers. Click on the above link to download NSEP Question Papers PDF with Solutions.

Read: How to Prepare for NSEP?

NSEP Syllabus 2025-26

NSEP Scholarship 2025-26

NSEP 2025 exam is the gateway for physics lovers to get NSE Scholarship 2025-26 for undergraduate studies. Every year only 10 students are provided the NSEP Scholarship. There are some qualifications and guidelines for NSEP scholarship. You must attempt the NSEP exam conducted by IAPT. The NSEP scholarship is not an immediate benefit, but is offered during the student's undergraduate studies.

This NSEP scholarship is only useful to those students who are willing to study, for example, an undergraduate degree in physics - Astrophysics or Theoretical physics. No candidate who has previously represented India in International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) or Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO) will be eligible to compete in NSEP.

NSEP Exam Benefits and Perks

• Gold medals: Top 35 candidates will receive a gold medal.
• Direct Enrollment: After NSEP gold medalists can appear for direct interview to join Atomic Energy Department. They are exempt from the written test.
• Scholarship: Candidates opting for B.Sc. in Physics after NSEP are eligible for Scholarship (Maximum 10). This system was introduced to encourage students to take up physics as a career option.
• Merit Certificates: The top 1% of students at the national level are awarded with these special merits and letters.

NSEP Result 2025-26

NSEP Previous Year Question Paper 

PW Mega Test for NSE

As a crucial part of the PDC 2025 selection procedure, PW has scheduled the Open Mega Tests for NSEP, NSEC, NSEB, NSEJS, and NSEA on 5th and 12th October 2025. These tests serve as the initial screening stage, assessing students’ readiness across the full syllabus and helping to identify standout candidates for subsequent phases, including the free offline NSE Pre-Departure Camp (Interactive Session). Notably, students who fill out the form for these Open Mega Tests receive complimentary access to the PDC free batch (covering NSEP, NSEC, NSEB, NSEJS), providing additional resources and expert support for their Olympiad journey.