NIAT Upskilling Program at B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology - Chennai

Overview

B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology is located in the tech-forward city of Chennai and is known for its strong academic foundation and commitment to innovation. The university collaborates with NIAT to offer an industry-ready upskilling program as per provisions in the UGC and AICTE guidelines.

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Important Date: Phase-1 NAT is on January 18th 2026

Campus Features

64-Acre Green Tech Campus

Lush, eco-friendly campus where nature meets modern, immersive learning experience.

Centres of Excellence

Advanced labs and research hubs driving innovation in AI, ML, and Data Science.

AI-Powered Classrooms

Interactive, tech-enabled learning spaces that redefine classroom engagement.

Innovation-Fueled Culture

From tech expos to startup showcases, experience a campus alive with ideas and ambition.

Collaboration for Industry-Ready Education

The program is designed to provide industry-ready education as per provisions in the UGC and AICTE guidelines.

4 Steps to Apply for Admission Counselling from NIAT

Step 1: Submit the NAT Application Form Online

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

Important: Phase-1 NAT is on January 18th 2026

Step 2: Take NAT (NxtWave Assessment Test)

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

Test Format:

Test Section	Duration	Number of Questions	Focus Area
Psychometric Test	30 minutes	25 questions	Personality and emotional traits
Aptitude	30 minutes	18 questions	Analytical and adaptive skills
Mathematics	30 minutes	17 questions	Practical problem-solving

Total Duration: 90 minutes

Step 3: Appear For Counselling

Once you qualify for NAT, you'll be invited for a one-on-one counselling session to discuss your goals
Based on your performance in NAT and preferences expressed in the 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

Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the NIAT upskilling program, you must meet the following criteria:

Educational Requirements:

Completed 12th grade with Maths, Physics, and Chemistry
Completion year: 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025
Studied under ICSE, CBSE, or any recognized board

Important Note:

If you completed 12th before 2022, you are not eligible to apply.

NIAT Upskilling Program Offered at 10+ Universities

The NIAT upskilling program is available at multiple universities across India:

University Name	Location
St. Mary's University	Hyderabad
Nadimpalli Satyanarayana Raju Institute of Technology (NSRIT)	Visakhapatnam
St. Peter's Institute of Higher Education and Research (SPIHER)	Bangalore
Scope Global Skills University	Bhopal
Alard University	Pune
Joy University	Tamil Nadu
BEST Innovation University	Andhra Pradesh
Ajeenkya DY Patil University	Pune
Sanjay Ghodawat University	Maharashtra
Yenepoya University	Mangalore
NRI University	Vijayawada
Takshashila University	Chennai-Pondicherry
Vivekananda Global University	Jaipur
Annamacharya University	Andhra Pradesh
Chalapathi Institute of Technology	Guntur
Noida International University	Delhi Noida
Chalapathi Institute of Engineering and Technology	Guntur
S-VYASA University School of Advanced Studies	Bengaluru
AMET University - Academy of Maritime Education & Training	Tamil Nadu
Chaitanya University	Hyderabad
Aurora Deemed University	Hyderabad