The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) will hold the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 on June 7, 2026 . This exam is for undergraduate admissions to BS and BS-MS integrated programs. Applications will open on March 5, 2026 . The registration period closes on April 13, 2026 . Students can find detailed information on the official website at admissions.iisc.ac.in.
IAT 2026 Key Dates and Details
The IAT 2026 is a computer-based test. It is administered by the IISERs for the academic year 2026-27. Seven IISER campuses will participate: Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tirupati. The exam determines admission to Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Science-Master of Science (BS-MS) dual degree, and Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programs.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration Start Date | March 5, 2026 |
| Registration End Date | April 13, 2026 |
| Exam Date | June 7, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Participating Campuses | Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, Tirupati |
IAT 2026 Exam Pattern
The IAT 2026 exam consists of 60 multiple-choice questions. The total duration for the test is 180 minutes. The maximum marks awarded are 240. Each correct answer receives 4 marks. Incorrect answers result in a deduction of 1 mark. Unanswered questions receive 0 marks.
The question distribution is as follows:
- Biology: 15 questions
- Chemistry: 15 questions
- Mathematics: 15 questions
- Physics: 15 questions
Students should monitor the official IISER admissions website for further updates and specific application instructions.