IISER IAT 2026 Registration Opens Today with Key Dates and Eligibility Guidelines The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) have launched the registration process for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026, with the online application window opening on March 5. The aptitude test is set for June 7, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Admission to undergraduate programs for the 2026–27 academic session at all seven IISER campuses will be based solely on IAT scores, not JEE results. Candidates applying to IISER Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tirupati can submit their applications through the official portal at iiseradmission.in. The IAT remains the sole and mandatory criterion for admission to IISERs, which are autonomous institutions under the Government of India dedicated to advancing high-quality basic science education and research. The test date and application period are critical for prospective students, as the process is entirely online and requires careful attention to deadlines. Eligibility for the IAT 2026 is determined by specific academic criteria. Candidates must have completed Class 12 (or an equivalent qualification) or a minimum three-year diploma in the science stream in 2024, 2025, or 2026. A minimum of 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates) is required, calculated across all subjects studied. Additionally, applicants must have taken at least three subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. The application process involves several steps. First, candidates must visit the IISER Admissions 2026 website at iiseradmission.in. They should then click on “Apply for IAT-2026” on the homepage to register and create a user ID and password.#iiser_aptitude_test #iiser_2026 #iiser_admission #iiser #iiser_berhampur
Application Portal for IISER Aptitude Test Opens on March 5 The online application portal for the nationwide aptitude test to secure admission to the seven Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) will launch on March 5. Candidates are required to submit their applications through the designated website, www.iiseradmission.in, with the deadline set for April 13. The portal will allow applicants to make corrections to their forms between April 16 and 18, after which exam hall tickets will be issued on May 24. The aptitude test is scheduled to take place on June 7, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Eligibility criteria for the test include having passed the Class XII examination or an equivalent, or completing a minimum three-year diploma program in the science stream. Applicants must achieve an aggregate score of 60 percent or higher (55 percent or above for SC/ST/PWD candidates). Additionally, candidates must have studied at least three subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. The press release highlighted that Mathematics is a mandatory subject for specific programs. These include the BS/MS in Computational and Data Sciences at IISER Kolkata, the B.Tech/BS in Economic Sciences at IISER Bhopal, and the BS in Economic and Statistical Sciences at IISER Tirupati. The inclusion of Mathematics is critical for these specialized courses, ensuring candidates meet the academic prerequisites for advanced studies in these fields. The timeline for the application process is designed to provide candidates with sufficient time to prepare for the exam. The portal’s opening date allows for early registration, while the correction period ensures applicants can address any errors in their submissions.#iiser_aptitude_test #iiser_admission #iiser_kolkata #iiser_bhopal #iiser_tirupati
