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NSAT Cut Off 2025, Expected Score, Category-Wise Marks, and Result Details

NSAT Cut Off 2025, Expected Score, Category-Wise Marks, and Result Details, Find minimum passing marks, review of past years' trends, and advice to score better than the NSAT cut off to be eligible for scholarships and admission.

 

authorImageNazish Fatima18 Jul, 2025

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NSAT Cut Off 2025

 

NSAT 2025 Cut Off Overview

The cut off of NSAT 2025 (Physics Wallah National Scholarship cum Admission Test) is the lowest score on which the candidates will be eligible for scholarships, will proceed with the selection process, or will get admission into PW Vidyapeeth and Pathshala centers. 

Cut off comes after results are announced and is dependent upon test toughness, total marks (out of 160), and the number of available scholarships or seats. Above the cut off value as specified is required to be eligible for consideration of up to 100% scholarship on PW courses and allied academic privileges.

 

Factors Determining NSAT Qualifying Marks

A number of significant considerations determine the NSAT 2025 cut off. Here are some-

  • The overall number of test takers and the varying difficulty level of the test.

  • The subject-wise performance distribution contribute to play important roles. 

  • Further, the number of scholarship positions available, trends in individual categories or streams (like JEE, NEET, school-level classes), as well as any special reservation factors, can have an impact on the threshold required for getting a scholarship offer or for a higher rank.

NSAT Score Criteria

The cut off for NSAT 2025 is determined by Physics Wallah after a review of test scores. The test authority reviews the overall performance, considers the maximum marks that can be achieved (160), studies the trend of scores, and synchronizes the qualification marks with the scholarship scheme. 

Since the prime goal is to identify and assist the top-performing candidates who qualify for the scholarship, the cut off typically stands for the minimum mark to be considered for a scholarship class or next admission process.

Expected Cutoff NSAT Trends

The NSAT cut-off trends usually acquire their shape based on the number and quality of students and overall exam trends. Over the last few years, the passing points at high levels of scholarships have been very high, sometimes requiring applicants to obtain at least 70–75% of the highest marks or higher, especially for full scholarships. 

For lower scholarship levels, the passing mark might be modest with a larger number of qualifying students. Due to the competitive range and fluctuating class eligibility, these trends change from year to year and may experience a slight hike in 2025 if the number of candidates increases.

NSAT 2025 Expected Cutoff 

Year

Maximum Marks

Top Scholarship Cut Off (100%)

Partial Scholarship Cut Off

Lowest Qualifying Cut Off

2025

160

120–135

90–110

70–80

Previous Years' NSAT Cut Off

Recent NSAT editions have shown the highest scholarship cut-offs to be fairly rigid, where huge numbers of top students need to score well above the mean to qualify for substantial fee waivers. 

Each previous year's cutoff is influenced by the toughness of test papers and the total number of scholarships announced. Though specific past rates are not released regularly, candidate reaction and non-official analysis indicate that full scholarship cut-offs tend to be at over 120 out of a possible 160 marks for senior classes.

Previous Years' NSAT Cut Off

Year

Maximum Marks

Top Scholarship Cut Off (100%)

Partial Scholarship Cut Off

Lowest Qualifying Cut Off

2024

160

120–135

90–110

70–80

2023

160

115–130

85–105

65–75

2022

160

110–125

80–100

60–70

2021

160

105–120

75–95

 

Tips to Score Above the NSAT Cut Off

To clear the NSAT 2025 cut off, candidates ought to ace the NCERT-based syllabus of their class with special stress on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, and Mental Ability, where applicable. Constant practice in mock tests and past years' papers enhances speed and accuracy. NSAT selection cutoff is the minimum score candidates must achieve to qualify for scholarships and admission benefits. 

For top scholarships, the cutoff is typically set above 120 out of 160, with partial benefits available for lower scores.Proper time management within the 60-minute exam period, with equal attention given to all sections, and placing utmost priority on accuracy (as there is no negative marking), can greatly improve scores. Pre-matriculation preparedness and familiarity with the online or offline exam mode are additional advantages.

NSAT 2025 Result

PWNSAT 2025 (Physics Wallah National Scholarship cum Admission Test) results are released on the official Physics Wallah website. Students can check their results by logging in with their credentials. As per the past years’ trends, NSAT results usually release in a week after the NSAT Exam 2025. 

The result displays key information such as the candidate’s name, roll number, class, registration details, obtained score, rank, and scholarship eligibility. Successful candidates receive detailed information about scholarship benefits, eligible fee waivers, and next steps for admission or interviews at PW Vidyapeeth and Pathshala centers. 

Also Check
PWNSAT EXAM DATE 2025
PWNSAT ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 2025
PWNSAT SYLLABUS 2025
PWNSAT REGISTRATION 2025

NSAT Cut Off 2025 FAQs

When is the NSAT 2025 cut off announced?

The cut off is made available right after the result declaration on the official Physics Wallah website.

Does the NSAT cut off differ for scholarship levels?

Yes, partial scholarships have a slightly lower cutoff, while the highest scholarships need higher marks.

Are NSAT cut-offs the same for all classes?

No, cut-offs may be different by class and chosen stream (JEE, NEET, or school level).

How do I register for NSAT?

NSAT Registration can be completed online via the official Physics Wallah website or offline at designated PW centers. Online registration is open from 7th July 2025 and must be done at least one day before the preferred online test date. For the offline exam, register at least four days prior to your chosen date.
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