Are There any Time Limitations to Attempt the UPSC NSAT (National Scholarship Test)?

Students can attempt the test anytime between 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The test duration will be 2 hours.

Can the UPSC NSAT (National Scholarship Test)be Attempted at an Offline Center?

For Scholarship on CTR Model based UPSC Foundation Course, offline exam can be attempted at 9 centres mentioned above. However, for scholarship on UPSC Prarambh, the exam can only be attempted in online mode.

Can we Club the Scholarship Offer with Another Running Offer?

No. You can avail only one offer at a time.

Can I Reattempt UPSC NSAT (National Scholarship Test) if Some Network Problem Occurs?

We advise you to kindly ensure your network connection before starting the test. Further if some unavoidable problem occurs, our technical team will try to help according to the situation.

Where Can I Contact for Any Further Queries?

To contact us you may drop a mail to info@pwonlyias.com or reach us at 9920613613

Is There Any Fee for the UPSC NSAT (National Scholarship Test)?

No, there is no fee. Anyone can register and attempt the NSAT exam.

Will a Scorecard of the UPSC NSAT (National Scholarship Test)be Provided?

Yes. Candidates will be given the scores of your performance in the test.

On which Course will UPSC NSAT (National Scholarship Test) be Applicable?

Scholarships available under UPSC NSAT will be applicable on our CTR Model based UPSC Foundation Course 2025 and UPSC Prarambh 2027.

UPSC NSAT 2026 Date Extended: Get Up to 100% UPSC Scholarship, Apply by 17 May

UPSC NSAT 2026 date has been extended, giving UPSC aspirants additional time to register for the national scholarship test conducted by PW OnlyIAS. The exam will now be held till 17th May 2026 in both online and offline modes. This is an excellent opportunity for aspirants to get up to 100% scholarship on UPSC courses while evaluating their preparation through a structured assessment based on the actual UPSC exam pattern.

The UPSC NSAT 2026 (National Scholarship Cum Admission Test), conducted by PW OnlyIAS, is a valuable opportunity for aspirants preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination in the coming years. The scholarship test is being held from 5th May to 17th May 2026 in both online and offline modes, offering eligible candidates a chance to secure scholarships for UPSC preparation courses. Earlier, the last date to apply was 15th May, but it has now been extended to 17th May, giving aspirants additional time to register and participate in this opportunity.

Also Read | Check UPSC Prelims 2026 Admit Card Here

Candidates who get selected under UPSC NSAT will be eligible for discounts on our flagship courses and will also receive all the help required to excel in the UPSC CSE exam.

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So, register yourself for NSAT and stand a chance to realize your dream of becoming an IAS Officer!

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Overview of UPSC NSAT 2026

UPSC NSAT 2026 (National Scholarship Cum Admission Test) is a perfect opportunity for candidates to become eligible for a 100% scholarship as well as gain experience of the UPSC exam. The following table provides an overview:

Name of the Exam	UPSC NSAT 2026 (National Scholarship Cum Admission Test) by PW OnlyIAS
Objective	Identify talented UPSC aspirants
Reward	Win up to 100% scholarship on select courses
Mode of Examination	Online and Offline mode
Registration Link	Click Here for Online Click Here for Offline
Registration Fee	Free
UPSC NSAT Registration Start Date	1 May 2026
UPSC NSAT Registration End Date	17 May 2026
NSAT Result Date	22nd May

What is UPSC NSAT 2026?

UPSC NSAT 2026 (National Scholarship Cum Admission Test) is a scholarship-based exam conducted by PW OnlyIAS for aspirants preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. It is designed to identify serious candidates and provide them with financial support for their preparation. Candidate appearing for the UPSC NSAT will stand a chance of receiving following benefits:

Win up to 100% Scholarship: Candidates will have a chance to get up to 100% scholarship on select courses by PW OnlyIAS.
Get an All India Rank: Candidates can get an All India Rank based on their performance. This will help them understand their level of preparation.
Get a Simulated UPSC Experience: The exam will be based on the UPSC pattern. This will help candidates to get a simulated UPSC experience.

UPSC NSAT 2026 Dates

Candidates, here are the important dates for you to remember, if you are planning to register for UPSC NSAT;

Registration Start Date	1st May
Registration End Date	17th May
NSAT Exam Date	5th May to 17th May 2026
Result Date of NSAT Exam	22nd May 2026
Live Solution Discussion Date	To be Updated
Scholarship Validity	To be Updated

Who is Eligible for UPSC NSAT 2026?

PW OnlyIAS has adopted a liberal criteria to decide eligibility for UPSC NSAT 2026. If you satisfy any one of the conditions mentioned below, you can be eligible for UPSC NSAT;

An aspirant planning for UPSC 2027/2028/2029 as his/her first attempt
An aspirant who has given previous attempts but unfortunately couldn’t make it to the final result.
An aspirant whose UPSC Preparation dreams are bound by some financial constraints.

UPSC NSAT 2026 Exam Pattern

The UPSC NSAT 2026 will follow the pattern of examination given below. Keep these details in mind before attempting the test;

Duration of Exam	90 minutes
Total marks	100
Medium of Examination	English
Marking Scheme	No Negative Marking

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UPSC NSAT 2026 Syllabus

UPSC NSAT 2026 syllabus will consist of questions from subjects such as polity, geography, history etc. The breakdown of topics and the respective marks weightage is given in the table below:

Subject	Number of Questions	Marks
Geography and Environment	9	18
History and Culture	9	18
Indian Polity	6	12
Economy	6	12
Science and Technology	3	6
Current Affairs and IR	7	14
CSAT	10	20
Total:	50	100

Other Details Regarding UPSC NSAT 2026

Candidates have to remember certain additional details regarding UPSC NSAT before appearing for the exam. These details have been mentioned in the table below:

Examination Time

For Online Participants:

Anytime

For Offline participants

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM at your nearest PWONLYIAS Offline Centres

System Requirements

Windows Desktop/Windows Laptop/Android Phones ( iOS Device users can access through Safari browser)

Here is a list of offline centres where the UPSC NSAT 2026 offline exam will be held (All PWONLYIAS Offline Centres, 5th May to 17th May);