Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Berhampur will start the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 registration process from 05 March 2026. The online application link will be activated on the official website iiseradmission.in. Eligible candidates can fill and submit the IISER 2026 application form until 13 April 2026. The registration process will be conducted entirely in online mode.
IISER IAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must carefully review the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying. Only those meeting the academic requirements will be considered for admission. The eligibility criteria for IAT 2026 are as follows:
- Candidates who passed Class XII or equivalent in 2024 or 2025, or those appearing in 2026, are eligible to apply.
- Applicants must have studied at least three subjects among Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics in Class 12.
- A minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Class 12 is required (55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
Failure to meet these conditions may lead to cancellation of candidature.
How to Fill IISER 2026 Application Form Online?
The IISER application process includes registration, form filling, document upload, and payment of the application fee. Candidates can follow the steps given below:
- Visit the official website iiseradmission.in
- Click on the IISER 2026 application form link
- Complete the registration process
- Fill in personal and academic details
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, and valid government ID
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Applicants must verify all details before final submission.
IISER IAT 2026 Application Fee Details
The application fee varies according to category. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. The category-wise fee structure is listed below:
- General, EWS, OBC, OBC-NCL: INR 2,000
- SC/ST/PwD, Kashmiri Migrants, Kashmiri Pandits, Kashmiri Hindu Families (Non-Migrant): INR 1,000
- Foreign Nationals: INR 12,000
IISER 2026 Registration Key Details
Candidates can refer to the important information below:
- Registration Period: 05 March 2026 to 13 April 2026
- Official Website: iiseradmission.in
- Application Status: To be activated on 05 March 2026
Applicants are advised to complete the registration process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.