IISER Berhampur will conduct the Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 . The Department of Higher Education announced this decision, which was reached during a meeting of all IISER Directors. The exam is anticipated for May 2026.
Professor Ashok Kumar Ganguli, Director of IISER Berhampur, has been appointed Chairperson of the new IISER Admissions Board (IAB-2026).
IISER Admissions Board (IAB-2026) Responsibilities
The IAB-2026 will manage the allocation of seats across participating IISERs. Seat assignments will follow a merit list generated from the IISER Aptitude Test 2026.
The Board’s specific responsibilities include:
- Ensuring institutions finalize seat metrics, incorporating government reservation policies.
- Determining the procedure and schedule for seat allocation.
- Establishing and preparing resource and help centers.
- Overseeing brochure printing and the design of online choice filling forms.
- Maintaining the official website and publishing all counselling procedures and guidelines.
- Managing the online distribution and collection of seat choices.
- Defining the process for verifying certificates and academic credentials.
IISER IAT 2026 Exam Structure
The IISER IAT 2026 is an online examination. It evaluates candidates in four core science subjects.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Total Questions | 60 |
| Questions per Subject | 15 (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics) |
| Maximum Marks | 240 |
Candidates must achieve the specified cutoff marks to be included in the final merit list for admissions.
Admission and Future Notifications
Seven IISERs, established by the Government of India, offer various academic programs. These include B.Tech., BS, and BS-MS Dual Degree courses. IISER Berhampur is expected to release the official IISER IAT 2026 notification online, providing comprehensive details for applicants.