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The CBNEST — your gateway to CB School of Technology.

The Coding Blocks National Entrance & Scholarship Test (CBNEST) is a thoughtful, 2-hour aptitude exam that identifies students ready to build. No coding knowledge required — you’re tested on reasoning, quant, problem-solving and communication. Strong academic profiles may also qualify via the direct-interview path.

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2 hoursOnline · remote-proctored
FreeNo application fee
72 hoursOffer after counselling
Up to 100%Merit scholarships

CBNEST at a glance

2026 cycle | Next CBNEST Scholarship test on 24 May 2026 from 12 Noon to 2PM
Test nameCBNEST · Coding Blocks National Entrance & Scholarship TestCoined for the CBSOT cohort
Duration2 hoursJoin 30 min early · proctoring setup
FormatMultiple choiceNo coding required
ModeOnline · remote-proctored
Sections4 sectionsLogical · Quant · Verbal · Coding aptitude
LanguageEnglishTest + instructions
ResultWithin 48 hoursPlus counsellor call
FeeFreeNo application fee
Two ways to qualify

Two paths. One destination.

Clear the CBNEST, or qualify directly on the strength of your academic profile. Either way you meet the admissions team for an interview — and a counselling conversation for you and your parents.

Path A · via CBNEST

Clear the CBNEST and interview.

The default route for most applicants. A thoughtful 2-hour aptitude test — fair across boards and streams — followed by a counselling interview.

  1. 1Register online — 5-minute form, campus preference, Class 12 marksheet.
  2. 2Take the CBNEST — 2-hour aptitude test, online or at an offline centre.
  3. 3Interview round — a 30-minute counselling & motivation conversation.
  4. 4Offer & scholarship — within 72 hours of your interview.
Best for: any Class 12 student · science stream · 60%+ aggregate · any board · no prior coding knowledge needed.
Path B · Profile-based

Skip the test, go straight to interview.

For students with consistently strong academic records, top-tier board scores, or outstanding achievements. You can skip the CBNEST entirely and go directly to the interview round.

  1. 1Register online and upload your Class 10 & 12 marksheets plus any achievements.
  2. 2Profile review — our admissions team evaluates your record within 48 hours.
  3. 3Direct interview — if shortlisted, you skip the CBNEST and go straight to the interview round.
  4. 4Offer & scholarship — decision within 72 hours after the interview.
Shortlisted if: Class 10 & 12 aggregates both 90%+ · OR JEE Main percentile 90+ · OR a verified top-tier olympiad / hackathon / open-source / published-work record.
The admission journey

Five steps. Clear on paper. Clear in person.

From the moment you register to the day you walk into your first class — here’s exactly how the admission process runs.

  1. 01

    Register

    ~5 minutes · Free

    Fill a short online form. Share your basic details, campus preference (GLA Greater Noida or Geeta Panipat), Class 12 marks, and — if you're on the profile-based path — upload your Class 10 & 12 marksheets plus any achievements.

    • Single form for both paths — pick CBNEST or Profile-based at the top.
    • Free to apply. No application fee for the 2026 batch.
    • Confirmation in 10 minutes — you'll get a registration email with next steps.
  2. 02

    Appear for the CBNEST

    2 hours · online

    Take the Coding Blocks National Entrance & Scholarship Test — 2 hours, four aptitude sections, multiple choice. You can take it online (remote-proctored from home) or at one of our offline centres in metro cities. Profile-based applicants skip this step and go directly to Step 3.

    Syllabus (in one line): Logical reasoning Quantitative aptitude Verbal & English Basic coding aptitude
    Section 01
    Logical reasoning
    ~30 min25 Qs
    Section 02
    Quantitative aptitude
    ~30 min25 Qs
    Section 03
    Verbal & English
    ~30 min20 Qs
    Section 04
    Coding aptitude
    ~30 min20 Qs
    Please join 30 minutes early on test day so our proctoring setup (camera, mic, ID check) works smoothly. Late-joiners lose that cushion — not the test time itself.
    When you register, we auto-email you the CBNEST preparation kit — full-length sample paper, answer key, 10-day prep plan and interview prep notes. No separate request needed.
    • No prior coding knowledge required. The test evaluates aptitude, not syllabus memorisation.
    • Results in 48 hours — with a detailed section-by-section score report.
  3. 03

    Interview round

    ~30 min · On-campus or Online

    A counselling-style conversation with a senior admissions member — for you and your parents. We talk about your goals, the fit between you and the program, and answer every question you have. You can choose on-campus or online. For online interviews, please join 10 minutes early to test your camera and mic.

    • Parents welcome — most interviews include at least one parent.
    • Not a coding interview — it's a fit & motivation conversation, not a technical grilling.
    • Both paths land here — CBNEST qualifiers and profile-based shortlists.
  4. 04

    Block your seat

    Offer in 72 hrs · ₹ 50,000 seat block

    Offer letter & scholarship tier within 72 hours of your interview. Confirm your seat by paying a one-time ₹ 50,000 seat-block amount, which is fully adjusted against your Semester 1 fee.

    • Scholarship tier confirmed in the offer letter — see scholarship tiers.
    • Transparent fee sheet — semester-by-semester breakdown shared with every offer.
    • EMI & loan partners arranged — a dedicated finance counsellor guides you.
    See full fee sheet
  5. 05

    Welcome to CBSOT

    Orientation · Aug 2026

    You're in. An orientation week in late July gets you set up with your MacBook (via CB partner pricing if opted), your mentor circle, and your cohort — before the first class in August 2026.

    • MacBook setup — VS Code, Git, Copilot, the full dev toolchain pre-configured on Day 1.
    • Mentor & peer match — your named mentor and buddy group assigned before orientation.
    • Parent onboarding — parents get a portal login with academic + wellbeing tracking.
CBNEST · 2026 · Free

One form. Both paths. Two minutes.

Apply once — we’ll figure out whether the CBNEST or the profile-based direct-interview path is right for you. Fill in your details and you’re set.

  • Full CBNEST prep kit emailed automatically — sample paper + answer key + 10-day plan.
  • Dedicated counsellor call-back within one working day.
  • Zero application fee · zero commitment.

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You’re registered for CBNEST 2026.

Check your inbox — your prep kit and next steps are on the way. A counsellor will also call you within one working day.

Interview · what to expect

A real conversation — not a coding grill.

The interview is a 30-minute counselling call between you, your parents and a senior member of the admissions team or probably the Founder's. We want to understand your motivation, background, and whether CBSOT is genuinely the right fit — for both sides.

  • Format: 30 minutes · on-campus or on video call · parents welcome.
  • Who interviews: a senior admissions member, sometimes with a faculty or alumni observer or probably if you are lucky, the Founder's.
  • Sample questions: “Why CBSOT?” · “Walk us through a small project or hobby.” · “What do you do when you get stuck?” · parents: “What concerns do you have?”
  • What we’re looking for: curiosity, honesty, learning attitude — not polished answers.
Important dates · 2026 batch

Your admission journey, on a calendar.

Provisional dates for the 2026 cycle. Exact test slots are confirmed on registration — pick what suits you best.

Step 01

Applications open

Rolling intake for both campuses — register any day.

Live now
Step 02

May'26 · CBNEST Window 1

Early-round test. Maximum scholarship priority.

Scholarship priority
Step 03

Jun-Jul'26 · CBNEST Window 2

Main round — bulk of the 2026 intake is selected here.

Main intake
Step 04

Aug · Orientation

Welcome week, MacBook setup, mentor match. First class.

Classes begin
Scholarships

Merit-based — up to 100% tuition waiver.

Scholarships are earned on merit — strong CBNEST performance, exceptional academics, or verified olympiad / national-level achievements. No interviews with founders, no subjective calls. Applied on the tuition component of your fee, confirmed with your offer letter.

Top merit
Up to 100%
Merit · Summit

Full tuition waiver for the highest-performing applicants of the cycle.

Eligibility
Top 1% CBNEST score or a verified medal at an International-level olympiad (IMO, IPhO, IChO, IOI, IBO).
Olympiad & national
Up to 50%
Olympiad Excellence

For national-level olympiad & competition medallists who round out their CBNEST with a strong interview.

Eligibility
INMO/INChO/INPhO/INBO qualifier, KVPY fellow, NTSE scholar, or a national-level medal — plus CBNEST Top 5%.
Strong performer
Up to 25%
Merit · Distinction

The scholarship most strong-profile applicants qualify for. Rewards consistent academic excellence.

Eligibility
CBNEST performers · or High score in Class 12 board · or JEE Main High-percentile.
Inclusion
Up to 25%
Young Girl Techies

Stackable additional waiver for women in tech — combinable with the merit tier you qualify for.

Eligibility
Female applicants who also clear CBNEST (any tier). Stacks on top of your merit scholarship.
Need based
Up to 10%
Need based Scholarship

Additional Scholarship for those who need it genuinely.

Eligibility
Students from EWS or lower Income group families deserving scholarship in fees.
How it works: Scholarships are applied on the tuition component of your fee. Only one merit tier can be claimed at a time — the highest tier you qualify for is awarded automatically. The Young Girl Techies waiver stacks additionally. Full terms ship with your offer letter. For the complete fee sheet, see the program page.
FAQ · Admissions

Every question we hear, answered honestly.

Do I need to know coding before taking the CBNEST?+

No. The CBNEST evaluates aptitude, not coding knowledge. Even the coding-aptitude section uses pseudo-code and logic puzzles — you don't need to have written a line of code before. We're testing how you think and how fast you can learn, not what you've already memorised.

Is the CBNEST free?+

Yes. The 2026 cycle has no application or test fee. Register, take the test, attend the interview — all free.

What qualifies me for the profile-based direct-interview path?+

Any of these — 90%+ in both Class 10 & 12, OR JEE Main percentile 90+, OR a verified top-tier record in olympiads, hackathons, open-source or published work. Submit your marksheets & achievements in the form and we'll review within 48 hours.

Can I take the CBNEST from home?+

Yes. It's a remote-proctored online test. You'll need a stable internet connection, a laptop/desktop with a webcam, and a quiet, well-lit room. Please join 30 minutes before your scheduled slot so our proctoring system (camera, mic, ID verification) gets set up cleanly. Offline centres are available in select metro cities for students who prefer that.

How long is the CBNEST and what do I get after registering?+

The test runs for 2 hours, 4 sections. The moment you register, we auto-email you the CBNEST preparation kit — a full-length sample paper, answer key, 10-day prep plan, and interview prep notes. No separate request needed.

What happens if I don't clear the CBNEST?+

You can retake the CBNEST in the next test window — up to two attempts per admission cycle. Your best score counts. If you still don't clear, our counsellors will help you explore alternative pathways.

Is the interview technical?+

No. It's a counselling interview, not a technical round. We talk about your motivation, background, and fit. Parents are welcome and most interviews include at least one parent.

How soon will I know if I'm in?+

Within 72 hours of your interview. Your offer letter arrives with your scholarship tier, fee schedule, and next steps for blocking your seat.

What does ₹ 50,000 seat-block mean?+

A one-time ₹ 50,000 seat-block amount confirms your place in the batch. It's fully adjusted against your Semester 1 fee on joining — it's not an additional charge.

Admissions 2026

Your four years start with the CBNEST.

Register now, take the CBNEST, attend the interview, block your seat — or qualify directly via the profile-based path. Either way, the first step is this button.

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