IISER Admissions 2026 | IAT Exam Date, Application Form & Eligibility

Main Updates on IISER Admissions 2026

Official 2026 IAT Notification Released: 
The IISER 2026 admission notification has been officially released on the IISER admission website (iiseradmission.in). It includes details on registration dates, exam schedule, and other key events in the admissions cycle for the IISER Aptitude Test 2026 — the gateway to BS-MS/BS/BTech programs across IISERs and partner institutes.

IAT 2026 Application Process Starting Soon
The online registration for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 is set to begin March 5, 2026. Candidates planning to apply should prepare documents and eligibility information now so they can register as soon as the portal opens.

Recruitment at IISER During Admissions Season
Separately, IISER Berhampur has released a recruitment advertisement for 14 non-teaching posts for 2026, with applications running through March 2, 2026 — a sign of broader institutional activity alongside the admissions cycle.

Key Dates for IISER Admissions 2026 (Confirmed & Reported)

Based on official uploads and community updates (e.g., examination portals):

• Application Portal Opens: Thursday, March 5, 2026 — candidates can start filling the IAT 2026 form.

• Application Portal Closes: Around April 13–15, 2026 (reported by candidates and preparatory sources).

• IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026: Sunday, June 7, 2026 — the exam is confirmed to be on this date for the 2026 cycle.

• Admit Card & Other Notices: To be released on the official admission portal in the weeks prior to the test. (expected per notification trends).

What This Means for Aspirants

• Prepare Early: With the portal opening in early March, gather academic records (Class XII results, ID proof, etc.) in advance.
• Check Eligibility: Admissions are strictly through the IAT 2026 merit list — there is no management quota; all seats are merit-based.
• Keep Monitoring Official Site: All updates, admit cards, answer keys, and results will be posted on https://iiseradmission.in — that’s your authoritative source.