Goal difference means the Royals' place in the play-offs is assured but Steve Coppell's side showed signs of a return to form in their win at Derby in midweek and will want to keep up that momentum.
Norwich now lie four points behind Forest after the 1-1 draw at Blackpool but have a better goal difference and face relegated Charlton in their final game.
The Reds host similarly doomed Blackpool with the other two sides who can be relegated, Plymouth and Barnsley, facing each other at Home Park.