
The Joint Admissions Committee (JAC) has officially released the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 Admit Card. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications for the national-level entrance test can now download their hall tickets through the official portal at iiseradmission.in.
The upcoming computer-based test (CBT) is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in a single morning shift spanning across multiple designated test centres nationwide. Given that the hall ticket is a non-negotiable mandatory document for entry into the exam premises, aspirants are advised to download and print clear copies well ahead of the exam deadline to prevent any last-minute technical blockages on the server.
The IAT serves as the gateway for admissions into the highly prestigious 5-Year BS-MS Dual Degree, 4-Year BS Degree, and specialized B.Tech programmes offered across the seven distinct Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) at Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tirupati.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Joint Admissions Committee (JAC) 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | May 26, 2026 |
| IAT 2026 Exam Date | June 7, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Shift & Duration | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon IST (180 Minutes) |
| Official Website Link | iiseradmission.in |
| Login Credentials Needed | User ID & Password |
Candidates must follow the verified structured steps below to securely pull their digital hall ticket from the official servers:
Go to the Official Portal: Visit the single authentic admission web address: iiseradmission.in.
Access the Login Interface: Click on the active "Application Portal for IAT 2026" or "Admit Card Download" link clearly visible on the homepage interface.
Input Credentials: In the newly generated login dialog window, carefully fill in your registered User ID and Password.
Submit Application Dashboard: Double-check the alphanumeric characters and press the "Submit" or "Login" button to unlock your user dashboard.
Generate the PDF Copy: Locate the designated "IAT 2026 Hall Ticket" section and click download. Your official document will appear immediately on screen.
Save and Print: Save the document as a high-resolution PDF file and instantly print a few hard copies on standard A4 paper for physical authentication on the examination day.
Once the document is open, verify that every piece of personal information printed matches your official credentials exactly. Any discrepancy could lead to a cancellation of candidature at the gate verification desk.
Candidate’s Full Name (Matches Matriculation Certificate)
Unique Application Number & Roll Number
Exam Date and Explicit Shift Timings
Detailed Address of the Allocated CBT Test Centre
Legible Display of Candidate's Photograph and Signature
Specific Category & PwD Status (With clear indications of compensatory time tracking if applicable)
Important Note on Discrepancies: In case you find typographical inaccuracies, blurred images, or incorrect category allocation on your downloaded sheet, reach out immediately to the Central Helpdesk via email or via their active helpline number for rectifications before the scheduled test session.
To preserve the discipline of the national assessment, strict entry timelines are monitored at every location. Late entry requests will not be accommodated under any circumstances.
07:00 AM | Reporting Window Commences: Gate verification and security checks begin on-site.
08:30 AM | Sharp Gate Closure: Entry points lock down entirely. No entry is permitted past this timestamp.
08:30 AM to 08:50 AM | Security & Identity Checks: Biometric scanning, manual frisking, and physical document analysis are conducted.
08:50 AM to 09:00 AM | Terminal Terminal Login: Candidates sit at their assigned computer monitors, log in with system codes, and read the exam rules.
09:00 AM | Computer Test Commences: The question window unlocks automatically.
12:00 Noon | Assessment Concludes: System interfaces lock down; safe dismissal follows.
On June 7, security desks will cross-examine your hall ticket with a physical identity verification piece. You must bring a cleanly printed copy of your IISER IAT Admit Card 2026 along with any one of the following officially recognized photo ID pieces:
Valid Passport
PAN Card
School / College Photo ID Proof
Voter ID Card
Driver's License
Valid Government Issued Photo Identity Document
Note: Ensure your physical ID shows a clear photograph that perfectly matches your appearance and the digital portrait displayed on the admit card.
High traffic spikes during the initial release window can temporarily slow down servers. Please wait a few minutes, clear your web browser's cache, or attempt to log back in using an updated browser window (such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox) to pull your dashboard data seamlessly.
No, digital copies, screenshots, or soft files stored on smartphones or tablets are strictly invalid for entry verification. You must present a clear, physically printed paper copy at the test centre gate.
The IISER Aptitude Test will feature 60 multiple-choice questions spanning across four equal scientific core branches: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. Each question awards +4 marks for a completely accurate response, whereas a deduction of -1 mark is strictly enforced for every wrong submission. Unattempted sections remain completely neutral with 0 marks.