IIT Roorkee has released the syllabus for the Joint Entrance Examination – Architecture Aptitude Test (JEE AAT 2026). This examination is for Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) admissions, with the exam typically conducted in June. Candidates can download the JEE Advanced AAT 2026 syllabus from the official website,jeeadv.ac.in.
The JEE AAT exam evaluates specific skills. It assesses creative, visual, and analytical abilities essential for an architecture career. The test focuses on a student’s capacity to observe, imagine, and accurately represent objects and places.
JEE AAT Exam Format
The JEE AAT is conducted in a pen-and-paper format. The examination has a duration of 3 hours. It includes sections covering freehand drawing, geometrical drawing, three-dimensional perception, imagination and aesthetic sensitivity, and architectural awareness. The entire entrance exam is conducted solely in the English language.
B.Arch Admission Requirements
Candidates seeking admission to the Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) courses at specific Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) must qualify for JEE AAT 2026. These institutions include IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT (BHU) Varanasi. Eligibility for JEE AAT requires candidates to first qualify for JEE Advanced 2026.
JEE AAT 2026 Syllabus Details
The exam evaluates different skills across its sections. Below are the section-wise topics:
| Section | Skill Focus |
|---|---|
| Freehand Drawing | Drawing objects from memory with correct proportion, detail, and texture. |
| Geometrical Drawing | Drawing shapes, plans, elevations, and basic three-dimensional forms. |
| Three-dimensional Perception | Understanding and visualising three-dimensional forms, volume, and spatial relationships. |
| Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity | Creativity, composition, colour sense, and innovative thinking. |
| Architectural Awareness | Knowledge of famous buildings, architects, and architectural styles (Indian and global). |
Registration and Schedule
IIT Roorkee will soon initiate the registration process for JEE AAT 2026. The complete examination schedule and the list of exam centres will be released. Candidates should monitor the official website for these updates.