The Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST) is a national-level examination for students seeking admission to Ph.D. programmes in Physics and Theoretical Computer Science at participating institutions in India. It is designed for motivated candidates with strong academic backgrounds who wish to pursue advanced research in these fields. The test serves as an entry point for Integrated Ph.D. programmes as well as direct Ph.D. programmes, offering opportunities across multiple research areas in physics and theoretical computer science.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Physics, Theoretical Computer Science, or allied disciplines with consistently good academic records. Applicants in the final year of their qualifying degree are also eligible to apply. There are no specific income or category-based restrictions mentioned for this examination. However, candidates must ensure they meet the minimum eligibility criteria set by the participating institutions.

Interested candidates must first register for JEST through the official examination portal. After registration, they should fill out the application form with accurate personal and academic details. The application process includes uploading required documents such as certificates, photographs, and signatures. Candidates must then submit the completed application before the deadline specified on the official page. No separate application is required for participating institutions; selection is based on JEST scores.