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Chandigarh, July 31, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting academic excellence, Narayana Educational Institutions has announced the launch of NSAT 2026 (Narayana Scholastic Aptitude Test). The prestigious national-level scholarship and aptitude examination will be conducted across Chandigarh and several other Indian cities, giving students an opportunity to evaluate their academic potential, earn scholarships, and prepare for future competitive success.
NSAT 2026 is open to students from Classes V to XI and is designed to identify academically talented students at an early stage. The examination assesses conceptual understanding, logical reasoning, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. This helps students understand their strengths while preparing them for competitive examinations such as JEE, NEET, Olympiads and other national-level entrance exams.
According to the official NSAT 2026 brochure, deserving students will have an opportunity to receive scholarships of up to 90%, enabling them to access Narayana’s structured academic ecosystem and expert mentoring. Besides scholarships, the examination provides students with national-level benchmarking, helping them measure their performance against peers from across the country.
Addressing the media, Mr. Ashish Mishra, Academic Director, Narayana Chandigarh, said, “NSAT is not merely a scholarship examination; it is a platform that recognizes talent at the right age and motivates students to dream bigger. The examination encourages conceptual learning, critical thinking and academic confidence while providing deserving students access to quality education through scholarships.”
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rakesh Yadav, Vice President, Narayana Prodigy, said, “Over the years, NSAT has emerged as one of India’s most credible talent search examinations. Thousands of students have benefited from scholarships and academic mentoring through NSAT, helping them build a strong foundation for future competitive examinations and career success.”
Mr. Devendra Reddy, Co-Campus Dean, Narayana Chandigarh, highlighted the importance of early academic preparation and said, “Students who develop conceptual clarity and analytical thinking from middle school are better prepared to excel in higher education and national competitive examinations. NSAT serves as an important milestone in identifying and nurturing such talent.”
The launch programme was also attended by Mr. Simran Bedi, Zonal Business Head, Narayana Prodigy, Mr. Rajendra Kumar, Senior Manager, Narayana Prodigy, and Mr. Karan Bisht, Branch Manager, Narayana Chandigarh Centre, who interacted with students, parents and academic stakeholders during the announcement.
Narayana Educational Institutions have consistently produced outstanding results in JEE Advanced, NEET, Olympiads and several other national competitive examinations through their integrated academic approach and experienced faculty. The institution believes that identifying talent early and providing systematic academic guidance plays a vital role in shaping future achievers.
Students and parents from Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula and nearby regions are invited to participate in NSAT 2026 and take advantage of the scholarship opportunities and academic assessment offered through this national initiative.
Registrations for NSAT 2026 are now open, and interested students are encouraged to complete their registration before the examination schedule.
