• The NIAT team conducts assessments and counselling sessions to understand your skills, interests, and aptitude.
• Based on this understanding, you'll receive personalised guidance to make well-informed decisions about your career.

To get admission to the university collaborating with NIAT, students should meet the eligibility criteria and follow the admission policies established by the university. The admission is solely at the discretion of the university.

4-Step Process

Step 1: Submit the NAT Application Form Online

• Fill out your details
• Pay ₹1200 as registration fee (non-refundable)

Step 2: Take NAT
NAT is a 90-minute test designed to evaluate your cognitive abilities and potential as a future tech innovator.

Step 3: Appear For Career Counselling

• Once you qualify for NAT, you'll be invited for a one-on-one career counselling session to discuss your goals.
• Based on your preferences expressed in the career counselling session, you will be suggested a university collaborating with NIAT that best suits your needs.

Step 4: Confirm Your Admission

• Apply to your preferred university where NIAT upskilling program is offered.
• The University will process your admission following its established eligibility criteria and admission policies.
• The admission is solely at the discretion of the university as per UGC and AICTE norms.

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NAT is conducted multiple times a month. You can visit our website to find the available slot.

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The NAT (NxtWave Assessment Test) is a 90-minute online test that evaluates your problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and mathematical abilities.

Yes, NAT is mandatory to enroll in NIAT's Upskilling Program.

NAT consists of three sections:

1. Psychometric Test (44 questions | 25 minutes)
   Evaluates your behavioural strengths and cognitive adaptability.
   No right or wrong answers, just answer honestly!

2. Critical Thinking & Learnability (20 questions | 30 minutes)
   Covers logical reasoning, analytical skills, and problem-solving.
   Topics include Number Theory, Ratios, Time & Work, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, and Reading Comprehension.

3. Mathematics (18 questions | 35 minutes)
   Focuses on core math concepts from high school and competitive exams.
   Topics include Sets, Polynomials, Progressions, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Probability, Permutations & Combinations.

Note: You don't need any extra preparation if you've studied for JEE, EAMCET, MHT-CET, KCET, or similar exams.

To perform well in NAT, focus strengthening your problem-solving and analytical skills.

Here's how you can prepare effectively:

• Practice Regularly — Improve your critical thinking by solving logical reasoning problems and puzzles daily.
• Solve Competitive Questions — Work on past JEE, CET, or Olympiad-style questions to enhance your problem-solving approach.
• Sharpen Reading Skills — Read newspapers, articles, and comprehension passages to improve your reading comprehension and analytical abilities.
• Revise Core Math Concepts — Focus on understanding fundamental math concepts rather than rote memorisation.

The NxtWave Assessment Test (NAT) is a 90-minute exam designed to assess your problem-solving, logical reasoning, and mathematical skills.

Exam Structure:

Psychometric Test — 44 questions (25 minutes)(44 Marks)
Critical Thinking & Learnability — 20 questions (30 minutes) (20 Marks)
Mathematics - 18 questions (35 minutes) (36 Marks)

Marking Scheme:

No negative marking.
Scores are based on accuracy and analytical approach.

NAT is an online test that you can take from home.
Ensure a stable internet connection and a distraction-free environment before the test.
The official exam link and login credentials will be shared once you successfully register.

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No, NAT is mandatory to enroll in NIAT's Upskilling Program. Other exam scores like JEE or SAT are not considered.

JEE and SAT are designed for different objectives, while NAT evaluates your real-world tech potential.
No prior coding experience is required.
NAT measures how well you can learn, not what you already know.

NIAT's Industry-ready upskilling is designed to go beyond traditional learning by focusing on real-world tech skills and industry readiness.

• Stay Ahead with an Industry-Aligned Curriculum
  You will learn from a syllabus that updates regularly to match the latest industry trends.

• Master In-Demand Skills
  Become an expert in Software Engineering, AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, and Full-Stack Development.

• Develop an Exponential Mindset
  Strengthen your critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

• Gain Hands-on Experience
  Work on 50+ real-world projects, building applications like WhatsApp, Amazon, Netflix, and more.

• Secure Top Tech Opportunities
  Access opportunities from a network of 2500+ companies, industry mentors, and dedicated career support to help you land high-paying jobs.

Absolutely, yes.

With NIAT's specialised upskilling programs, you'll do the following and much more throughout the four years:

• Build 50+ real-world projects, including applications like WhatsApp, Amazon, Netflix and more.
• Work on industry-grade problems to develop AI, Machine Learning, Full-Stack Development, and Data Science skills.
• Participate in Hackathons and Industry 5.0 Clubs, working on cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI, Drones, Robotics and Autonomous Vehicles.

Yes. We provide placement support for internships and job opportunities through our network of 2500+ companies. The placement support includes industry-connect, mock assessments and interview preparation aligned with industry standards.

Disclaimer: Every month, 100+ companies reach out to NxtWave for hiring. We continuously strive to strengthen our placement support. However, placement outcomes also depend on learner effort, skills, and performance. Enrollment in NIAT itself does not assure a job or internship. This disclaimer is to make it clear to a few students who might think that they can get a job/internship by just joining the upskilling program without making any learning efforts.

You will receive a UGC-recognized/AICTE-approved B.Tech degree from the university upon completing the university's coursework, examinations and acquiring the necessary academic credits as per UGC and AICTE guidelines.

In addition to that, you will also receive an Industry Ready Certificate from NIAT. NIAT's industry-ready upskilling is non-credit in nature, and it does not affect degree progression.

Yes! NIAT recommends building real-world projects to ensure students gain hands-on experience in real-world tech development.

NIAT, through its network of 2500+ companies and 10,000+ tech professionals, continuously curates real-world problem statements for projects. We recommended that the students do 50+ real-world projects across various domains like Full-Stack Development, Data Science, AI, and Machine Learning.

• They bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations.
• You get to build real applications instead of just studying theory.
• You get to develop problem-solving skills and an innovation mindset.

We recommend that every student does 50+ real-world projects across various domains like Full-Stack Development, Data Science, AI, and Machine Learning.

They replicate real industry challenges tackled by developers at Google, Amazon, Microsoft and other top companies, giving you hands-on experience with cutting-edge tech stacks.

This also enhances your resume and portfolio, helping you stand out in job applications.

Yes! The real-world projects that we recommend align with industry requirements and are designed based on insights from leading tech firms.

Disclaimer: Every month, 100+ companies reach out to NxtWave for hiring. We continuously strive to strengthen our placement support. However, placement outcomes also depend on learner effort, skills, and performance. Enrollment in NIAT itself does not assure a job or internship. This disclaimer is to make it clear to a few students who might think that they can get a job/internship by just joining the upskilling program without making any learning efforts.

Yes. NIAT facilitates opportunities from 2500+ companies; from Fortune 500 giants to fast-growing startups, with a dedicated placement team to assist with job applications, resume building, and interview preparation.

When it comes to placement support, NIAT doesn't just stop at placement training. Students benefit from hands-on project work, real-world tools, and continuous mentorship, making them ready for internship and placement opportunities.

While NIAT strives to maximise student success, it does not offer any placement or internship guarantee.

NIAT's corporate connect brings talent closer to opportunities at our collaborating universities. Through our growing network of 2500+ companies, we facilitate mock assessments, mock interviews, internships and placements aligned with actual industry hiring requirements.

NIAT's upskilling program is offered in 25+ Institutions across India to promote industry-ready education. These are located across major Indian cities like Delhi, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Vijayawada, Jaipur, and more.

NIAT recommends the following facilities at the collaborating institutions:

Smart Classrooms- Tech-enabled learning spaces with high-speed internet and interactive learning tools.

Industry 5.0 Labs- Dedicated labs for AI, Machine Learning, Drones, and Robotics.

Hackathon & Innovation Spaces- Incubation centers for students to develop, test, and showcase their projects.

Startup Incubation Hub- For students who want to turn their ideas into real startups with guidance from entrepreneurs.

24/7 High-Speed WiFi- Seamless connectivity to support learning anytime, anywhere.

Recreational & Sports Facilities- Well-equipped sports arena, and activity centres to ensure a balanced campus life.

Universities provide hostel accommodation facilities as per their available infrastructure and facilities.

Most NIAT collaborating universities offer hostel accommodation for students. Availability and type of accommodation may vary by campus. We recommend confirming hostel availability for your specific university during the enrollment process.

Depending on the university, you may be accommodated in on-campus hostels within the university premises, or in off-campus facilities in safe, nearby locations. Both options are arranged and managed by the university.

Hostel type is determined by the respective university based on availability. Your NIAT counsellor will walk you through the details before you enroll.

Mess and dining facilities are managed by the respective university. Most campuses offer a mess with scheduled meal timings. Menu, meal plans, and associated costs vary by university. Your counsellor can share university-specific details during the enrollment process.

For students housed in off-campus facilities, most universities arrange transportation between the hostel and campus. Schedules, routes, fee and availability are managed by the university. Please confirm transport arrangements for your specific campus during the enrollment process.

At every collaborating university, NIAT connects you with a Point of Contact from the respective university for hostel-related concerns; someone who will listen, follow up, and work with the university to improve things.