IAT 2026 Exam Date
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IISER IAT 2026 Exam Date & Time
Check the complete IISER IAT 2026 Exam Date & Time exam dates, shift timings, and detailed schedule here. Download the official date sheet PDF and view important exam day instructions.
Key Information Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | IAT 2026 Exam Date |
| Conducting Body | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) |
| Schedule Status | official |
| Exam Dates | 7 Jun 2026 |
| Exam Time | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Reporting Time at Centre | 07:30 AM |
| Gate Closing / Entry Deadline | 08:45 AM |
| Official Website | www.iiseradmission.in/ |
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) has officially announced the exam date for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026. The national-level computer-based entrance examination will be conducted on June 7, 2026, across multiple test centres nationwide for admission to 5-year BS-MS dual degree and 4-year BS/B.Tech programmes.
Detailed Exam Schedule
Exam Date
7 June 2026
Exam Time
09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
Exam Day Rules & Checklist
Must Bring
- Printed Hall Ticket: A clear printout of your IAT 2026 Admit Card downloaded from the portal.
- Valid Photo ID: Original Government ID like Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or School/College ID.
- Photograph: One passport-sized photograph matching the image uploaded in the application form.
Do NOT Bring
- Communication Devices: Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, earphones, microphones, and pagers.
- Smart Gear: Smartwatches, fitness trackers, and electronic health bands.
- Calculators & Stationary: Physical calculators, slide rules, log tables, text materials, or geometry boxes.
- Personal Belongings: Wallets, large bags, pouches, and clothing items containing large metal buttons.
General Guidelines
- CBT Screen Check: Ensure that your system terminal correctly reflects your profile photo and registration name upon logging in.
- Scratch Paper Policy: Writing sheets will be provided in the test lab; all sheets must be deposited in the designated drop-box before leaving.
- Test Duration Commitment: Candidates are strictly forbidden from leaving their assigned seats or the exam lab until the full 3-hour period concludes.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the IISER Aptitude Test is completely computer-based (CBT) and will not use OMR sheets.
The test is exactly 3 hours long (180 minutes) running from 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon IST.
The IISER Aptitude Test (IAT 2026) will be conducted on Sunday, June 7, 2026. The examination will held in a single shift from 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon IST. Candidates must report to the exam centre by 07:30 AM IST, as the entry gates will close strictly at 08:45 AM IST.