Testdate : 24th May 2020 (Sunday)Timings : 10.00 to 12.00
Eligibility Criteria to Appear For NIMCET-2020
Indian Nationals securing at least 60% marks in aggregate or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scales (55% marks or 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale in case of SC/ ST) in
(i) B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons) / BCA / BIT / B.Voc. (Computer Science/ Computer Applications) of minimum
three years full-time from a recognized University with Mathematics/ Statistics as one of
the subjects
OR
(ii) B.E./ B.Tech. from a recognized University
are eligible to appear for NIMCET-2020. Conversion of scored marks from CGPA to percentage and vice-versa is not permitted.
(CGPA other than 10-point scale will be converted to 10-point scale based on Unitary method)
Candidates who are appearing for the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply for NIMCET-2020 and such candidates shall have to furnish the proof (in the form of a certificate issued by the Head of
institution where the candidate has studied) of candidature for appearing in the examinations during the academic year 2020-21. All candidates shall submit the proof of fulfilling the eligibility criteria of
NIMCET- 2020 at the time of Counseling/Admission but not later than September 15, 2020, failing which their admission is liable to be cancelled by the respective NITs.
Note : Students who have completed/completing B.Sc./ B.Sc. (Hons)/BCA/ BIT of 3 years from Open Universities are also eligible to apply provided the programme is approved by UGC / AICTE and Distance Education Council (DEC) of Govt. of India.
The percentages of marks / CGPA in the qualifying degree are to be calculated on the basis of marks / grade points obtained in all the subjects studied in all the years including languages, optional and additional subjects studied, if any. The aggregate of marks / grade points secured in all the subjects in all the years computed using this method of calculation alone be considered by NIMCET-2020 for deciding the eligibility.
NIMCET Exam Pattern:
NIMCET-2020 test will be conducted with only one question paper containing 120 multiple choice questions covering the following subjects. Multiple Choice Questions will be written in English Language only and will not be translated into any other language.
1. Mathematics
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50 questions
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2. Analytical Ability & Logical Reasoning
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40 questions
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3. Computer Awareness
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10 questions
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4. General English
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20 questions
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Award of Marks
Each correctly answered question will carry FOUR marks and each wrongly answered question will lead to NEGATIVE ONE mark.
• The candidates are advised not to attempt such questions if they are not sure of the correct answer. No deduction from the total score will, however, be made if a question is unanswered.
• More than one answer indicated against a question will be negatively marked.
• The candidates have to mark the responses in the OMR sheet using black or blue ink ball point pen only.
Qualifying Criteria for Allotment of Rank
A Candidate securing zero or negative marks either in Mathematics or Total Marks in NIMCET-2020 test will be disqualified.
Based on the marks obtained by a qualified candidate in NIMCET-2020 test, a rank will be allotted by adopting the following criteria.
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The marks obtained in Mathematics, Analytical Ability & Logical Reasoning, Computer Awareness, English, will be multiplied by a factor of 3, 1.5 , 2 and 1 respectively. Thus maximum weighted marks will be 1000.
- Ranking will be based on total weighted marks obtained by a candidate.
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In case of a tie, it will be resolved based on weighted marks in Mathematics, then on weighted marks in Analytical Ability & Logical reasoning and then on weighted marks in Computer Awareness
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In case the tie is not resolved by the above criteria stated in the above paragraph, then it will be resolved by age i.e., in favour of elder candidate.
Ranks secured by candidates in the NIMCET-2020 test will be made available in the website
https://www.nimcet.in
Rank Statement should be downloaded from the website. No separate RANK STATEMENT will be sent to the candidates.
SYLLABUS for NIMCET-2020 Test
1. MATHEMATICS: (50 questions)
Set Theory:
Concept of sets – Union, Intersection, Cardinality, Elementary counting; permutations and combinations.
Probability and Statistics:
Basic concepts of probability theory, Averages, Dependent and independent events, frequency distributions, measures of central tendencies and dispersions.
Algebra: Fundamental operations in algebra, expansions, factorization, simultaneous linear / quadratic equations, indices, logarithms, arithmetic, geometric and harmonic progressions, determinants and matrices.
Coordinate Geometry: Rectangular Cartesian coordinates, distance formulae, equation of a line, and intersection of lines, pair of straight lines, equations of a circle, parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola.
Calculus: Limit of functions, continuous function, differentiation of function, tangents and normals, simple examples of maxima and minima. Integration of functions by parts, by substitution and by partial fraction, definite integrals, applications of definite integrals to areas.
Vectors: Position vector, addition and subtraction of vectors, scalar and vector products and their applications to simple geometrical problems and mechanics.
Trigonometry:Simple identities, trigonometric equations properties of triangles, solution of triangles, heights and distances, general solutions of trigonometric equations.
2. ANALYTICAL ABILITY AND LOGICAL REASONING: (40 questions)
The questions in this section will cover logical situation and questions based on the facts given in the passage.
3. COMPUTER AWARENESS: (10 questions)
Computer Basics:
Organization of a computer, Central Processing Unit (CPU), structure of instructions in CPU, input/output devices, computer memory, and back-up devices.
Data Representation:
Representation of characters, integers and fractions, binary and hexadecimal representations, binary arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, simple arithmetic and two’s complement arithmetic, floating point representation of numbers, Boolean algebra, truth tables, Venn diagrams.
4. GENERAL ENGLISH: (20 questions)
Questions in this section will be designed to test the candidates’ general understanding of the English language. There will be questions on the following topics: Comprehension, vocabulary, Basic English Grammar (like usage of correct forms of verbs, prepositions and articles), word power, synonyms and antonyms, meaning of words and phrases, technical writing.
Test Centres and Centre Codes :

NOTE : This is the tentative list of test centers. If enough number of candidates do not opt for a particular centre that centre may be cancelled and then center chosen as the next choice will be allotted automatically.
However, in a situation where none of the three choices indicated by the candidate is available (which is unlikely to happen), one of the available centres that is geographically nearest to the first preference centre.
Application Processing Fee through NIMCET-2020 website
The non-refundable Processing Fee for NIMCET-2020 test and counselling for admission to the MCA programme is Rs. 2,500/- for OPEN/OBC category and Rs. 1,250/- for SC/ST/PwD category candidates. Candidates have to deposit an appropriate amount relevant to their category.
Candidates are required to deposit the processing fee online through NIMCET 2020 website only.
S.No |
Event |
Date |
1 |
Publication of Advertisement in Press and Web |
Thursday, 27/2/2020 |
2 |
Opening date for online Registration |
Friday, 6/3/2020 [10 am] |
3 |
Last date for online submission of Application Form |
Tuesday, 31/3/2020 [up to 5 pm] |
4 |
Availability of Admit card on web for download |
Monday, 11/5/2020 to Friday, 22/5/2020 |
5 |
Date and Time of Examination |
Sunday, 24/5/2020 [Time: 10.00 am to 12 noon] |
6 |
Date of Publication of Result (Tentative) |
Tentatively on or before Monday, 8/6/2020
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7 |
Choice Filling Dates (Tentative) |
Friday, 12/6/2020 to Tuesday, 16/6/2020[up to 5 pm]
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8 |
First Round of Allotment |
Friday, 19/6/2020 |
9 |
First round of Remote reporting in person in any of the Participating NITs |
Monday, 22/6/2020 to Tuesday, 23/6/2020
(Time 10 am to 5 pm)
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10 |
Second Round of Allotment/upgradation |
Monday, 29/6/2020. |
11 |
Second round of Remote reporting in person (Fresh Allotees of Second Round must Report and Allotees whose Seats are
Upgraded need to report Only if they wish to Modify their Option Otherwise need not Report)
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Friday, 3/7/2020 to Saturday, 4/7/2020.
(Time 10 am to 5 pm)
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12 |
Third round of allotment/upgradation |
Thursday, 9/7/2020. |
13 |
Third round of reporting in person at the allotted institute and Surrendering the allotted seats by
those who do not wish to join the allotted institute, but wish to participate in final round of
allotment.
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Wednesday, 15/7/2020 to Thursday, 16/7/2020.
(Time: 10 am to 5 pm)
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14 |
Announcement of vacant seats |
Tuesday, 21/7/2020 |
15 |
Fresh Choice Filling |
Wednesday, 22/7/2020 to Thursday, 23/7/2020
[up to 5 pm on 23/7/2020]
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16 |
Final round of seat allotment |
Saturday, 25/7/2020 |
17 |
Final round of reporting at allotted institute |
On or before Friday, 31/7/2020
(excluding Sunday) |
Note : If Time is unspecified, then contact the concerned participating institute.
For Online Registration, Click here
For INFORMATION BROCHURE, Click here
For Participating NITs, Click here