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
