Application window for IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 to close on April 13
The application window for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 will close on April 13, 2026, marking the final opportunity for students across the country to apply for India’s national-level entrance test dedicated to science education and research.
The IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) opens the door to the Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs). These institutes have, over time, become prominent centers for excellence in fundamental science, interdisciplinary learning, and cutting-edge research. Prospective candidates seeking admission to BS-MS (Dual degree) and four-year BS degree programs at IISER Berhampur, IISER Bhopal, IISER Kolkata, IISER Mohali, IISER Pune, IISER Thiruvananthapuram, and IISER Tirupati are encouraged to register for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT 2026) by visiting the official website https://www.iiseradmission.in/
Programmes offered through IAT 2026 include the flagship 5-year BS-MS dual degree programmes across IISERs, along with a growing range of specialized and interdisciplinary courses. These include Computational and Data Sciences at IISER Kolkata, newly introduced majors in Geology and Environmental Sciences at IISER Mohali, and 4-year BS and B.Tech programmes at IISER Bhopal and IISER Tirupati. The programme diversity allows students to pursue pathways across pure sciences, data science, economics, and engineering within a research-focused environment.
Important Dates
- 13th April: Application Portal Closes
- 16th-18th April: Corrections in Application Forms
- 24th May: Release of Exam Hall Ticket
- 7th June: IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) Examination Date (9:00 am – 12:00 pm IST)
