AAT 2026: Result, Counselling, Admission Process, Eligibility

Architecture Aptitude Test 2026 ( AAT )

Dhanya B
Updated on Nov 18, 2025 21:21 IST

By Dhanya B

JEE Advanced AAT 2026 exam dates will be announced soon. AAT application form 2026 will be available after the JEE Advanced results are announced. The tentative date of AAT 2026 is June 2026. AAT 2026 results will be announced immediately after the exam. The exam will be conducted as a 3-hour, pen-and-paper-based test. The candidates will be evaluated on their knowledge in General Knowledge, Geometry Drawing, 3D Aspects, Freehand Drawing, Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity. No separate AAT 2026 admit card will be released. Candidates must present their JEE Advanced 2026 admit card at the centres to attempt the examination. Read to know more about AAT 2026. The qualifying status for the examination will be released through the AAT result 2026. Qualified candidates will be eligible for BArch admissions into IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur and IIT Varanasi. 

Table of contents
  • What is AAT?
  • AAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • AAT 2026 Highlights
  • AAT 2026 Result
  • AAT 2026 Counselling
  • AAT 2026 Application Form
  • AAT 2026 Exam Centres
  • AAT 2026 Syllabus
  • AAT 2026 Exam Pattern
  • AAT 2026 Preparation Tips
  • AAT 2026 Admit Card
  • BArch Course at IITs
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What is AAT?

The Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) is conducted every year for the candidates who wish to take admitted to the BArch programme offered by the IIT Kharagpur, IIT Varanasi and IIT Roorkee. One of the most important eligibility for appearing in the AAT is to qualify JEE Advanced. However, it is important for every candidate to note that admission to undergraduate architecture courses will not be as on AAT rank or score rather it will be based on the candidate’s rank in JEE Advanced.

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Q:   I have not qualified JEE Advanced. Can I still apply for AAT?
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No. To be eligible for AAT, all of the candidates are required to have attempted and qualified JEE Advanced. Only those candidates who have secured the minimum passing marks in JEE Advanced will be able to log in and register for AAT. For AAT registration process, candidates will have to provide their registration number and date of birth. Without the credentials, the candidates will not be able to register for AAT. No offline applications will be accepted.

Q:   When will AAT 2026 be held?
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Authorities will conduct AAT 2026 in June 2026. AAT will be held from 9 AM to 12 Noon. AAT 2026 will be conducted as a pen-and-paper-based test, and candidates have to complete the examination within 3 hours. AAT will be held in English. The exam will be conducted to check the knowledge of candidates in General Knowledge, Geometry Drawing, 3D Aspects, Freehand Drawing, Imagination, and Aesthetic Sensitivity.

Q:   When will AAT 2026 application form be available?
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AAT 2026 application form will be available online. The eligible candidates will be able to access AAT application form 2026 at jeeadv.ac.in. The final date to fill out and submit the application form for AAT 2026 will be in June. No applications will be accepted after the final date. Since there will be less time provided to register for AAT 2026, candidates are advised to complete the process as soon as possible.

AAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of AAT 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Jun ' 26

AAT 2026 application form dates

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26

AAT 2026 Exam Date

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26

AAT 2026 Result

TENTATIVE
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AAT 2026 Highlights

Candidates can check the highlights of AAT 2026 from the table given below.

Particulars Details
Name of the Exam Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT)
Conducted By 7 Zonal coordinating Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)
Exam Level Undergraduate exam at the National level
Exam Frequency Annual 
Mode of Exam Pen and Paper-Based Test
Total Registrations N/A
Course offered through the exam BArch
Exam Fees

N/A

Exam Duration

3 Hours 

Number of Sections

5 - General Knowledge, Geometry Drawing, 3D Aspects, Freehand Drawing, Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity

Total Questions

16

Marking Scheme

The detailed marking scheme will be mentioned on the AAT 2023 question paper.

Medium of Exam English 
Colleges Accepting Exam Score 3
No. of Test Cities 7
Official Website jeeadv.ac.in
Contact Details

AAT Email ID: jeeadv2023@iitb.ac.in

AAT Helpline: +91-22-2576 9093 / +91-22-2576 4063

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AAT 2026 Result

DeskCalendarResult: Jun ' 26

AAT 2026 result will be released soon. The authorities can check the AAT result 2026 online at jeeadv.ac.in. Through the result of AAT 2026, the candidates can check qualifying status for the examination. For future reference, the candidates are advised to download and print out the AAT result.

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Q:   Where can I access the AAT result?
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AAT result will be released online at jeeadv.ac.in. No other mode will be used to declare AAT result. To access AAT result, the candidates will have to provide their JEE Advanced registration number, date of birth and mobile number. After logging in, the candidates will be able to check the qualifying status for the counselling and admission process. No scores will be provided in the AAT result.

Q:   Which details will be available in the AAT result?
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Through the AAT result, the candidates will be able to check important information relevant for their counselling and admission process. Along with personal details, the result of AAT will consist of the candidate's registration number, category and examination qualifying status. The scores obtained in the entrance examination will not be provided in the AAT result. Only the qualifying status is required for BArch admissions into the participating IITs.

Q:   Will my AAT scores be considered for BArch admissions into IITs?
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No. AAT scores will not be considered for BArch admissions into IITs. The candidates are just required to qualify AAT to be eligible for admissions. During the allotment process, the candidate's qualifying status in AAT and JEE Advanced ranks will be taken into consideration by the authorities. Therefore, the candidates are required to accordingly submit their choice of colleges for BArch admissions during the counselling process.

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AAT 2026 Counselling

Candidates who qualify AAT 2026 will have to participate in the JOSAA counselling and seat allotment process. During the counselling process, the candidates will have to register and fill in their choice of colleges and courses. Allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences and availability of seats. After the seat allotment is announced, candidates will have to complete the admission process within the given timeline.

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AAT 2026 Application Form

DeskCalendarRegistration: Jun ' 26

The authorities will release the AAT 2026 application form online. All eligible candidates will have to fill out and submit the JEE Advanced AAT 2026 application form by the final date. During the AAT 2026 application process, the candidates have to register, check the displayed details and select their choice of exam centre from the available list. If the candidates do not submit the application form before the final date, then they will not be allowed to attempt the examination.

AAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates were advised to check the AAT eligibility 2026 before applying for the examination. The criteria have been listed below for the candidate's reference:

  • Candidates should have qualified JEE Advanced 2026.
  • Along with securing a valid rank in JEE Advanced, the candidates should also meet the basic academic eligibility criteria of the examination. 
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Q:   Will I be able to select my choice of centre during the AAT application process?
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Yes. During AAT registration process, candidates will be able to select choice of exam centre. Once candidates are logged in, candidates will have to select their choice of exam centre from the available list. It is to be noted that the selection of centre has to be done in the order of preference. Since exam centre allotment will be done based on candidate's preferences and availability, candidates are advised to be careful.

Q:   Which credentials are required for AAT registration?
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For AAT registration, candidates will have to visit official website at jeeadv.ac.in and click on the registration link. The candidates will have to log in using JEE Advanced registration number and date of birth. The details have to be similar to JEE Advanced registration. Only those candidates who have qualified JEE Advanced will be eligible for AAT. Once candidates are logged in, candidates will have to check the other details that was submitted during JEE Advanced.

Q:   I made a mistake in my AAT application form. Can I make the changes?
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No. The candidates will not be able to make any changes once the AAT application form is submitted. Since the authorities provide less time for the candidates to complete the AAT registration, they are advised to carefully and quickly complete the process so that they are registered for the entrance examination. No correction facility will be provided. In case of any mistakes or problems in the AAT application form, the candidates are advised to immediately contact the authorities.

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AAT 2026 Exam Centres

The following AAT 2026 centres will be available for the candidates. The selection of centres has to be done during the AAT 2026 registration process.

Test Centre

Address

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay

Victor Menezes Convention Centre (VMCC)

Seminar Rooms 1, 2, 3 and 4, Ground Floor

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Mumbai-400076, Maharashtra

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi

Lecture Hall Complex

IIT Delhi Campus, Hauz Khas

New Delhi - 110016

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati

Hall No.#5G2, Core 5 (Ground Floor)

New Classroom Complex

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Guwahati 781039

Assam, India

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad

IITH Road, Near NH-65

Sangareddy, Kandi

Telangana 502285

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur

L7, Lecture Hall Complex

Academic Area

IIT Kanpur,

Kanpur-208016, Uttar Pradesh

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur

Kharagpur, Paschim Medinipur,

West Bengal,

India - 721302.

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras

CRC 101 - 103

Class Room Complex

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Chennai - 600036

Tamil Nadu

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee

Room Nos. 005 & 006

Gargi Block

Near Department of Management Studies

IIT Roorkee Campus

Roorkee 247667

 

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AAT 2026 Syllabus

AAT 2026 syllabus is released online at jeeadv.ac.in. Through the AAT syllabus 2026, the candidates can check the list of topics that need to be studied for the entrance exam. Candidates are advised to refer to the syllabus carefully to plan out their preparation process and have a higher chance of securing good marks in the entrance examination. AAT syllabus will include topics that will assess the candidate's freehand drawing, geometrical drawing, three-dimensional perception, architectural awareness, imagination and aesthetic sensitivity.

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Q:   Which topics do I have to study in the AAT syllabus?
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The list of topics and concepts that the candidates will have to prepare for the entrance examination will be available through the AAT syllabus. The syllabus has been prepared so that the candidates are assessed for their knowledge in Freehand Drawing, Geometrical Drawing, Three-Dimensional Perception, Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity and Architectural Awareness. Therefore, the topics are picked accordingly so that the candidates are assessed well for the exam.

Q:   Where can I check the AAT syllabus?
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AAT syllabus will be prepared and released online by the authorities online at jeeadv.ac.in. No other mode will be used to release the AAT syllabus. Candidates will be able to check the topics and concepts that they will have to prepare for the examination through the syllabus of AAT. All candidates are advised to check the official syllabus carefully before commencing their preparation so that they are able to plan out their studies accordingly.

Q:   Do I have to study the entire AAT syllabus?
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Yes. Candidates are advised to study and prepare entire AAT syllabus. Since the question paper will be prepared based on official syllabus of AAT, it will be helpful to the candidates if they are familiar with the entire syllabus. Being familiar with the syllabus will also allow the candidates to plan out their preparation and be aware of the kind of questions that may appear in the examination.

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AAT 2026 Exam Pattern

The authorities have released the AAT 2026 exam pattern. Candidates can check the details on how the entrance examination will be conducted through the AAT exam pattern 2026. According to the AAT exam pattern, the authorities will conduct AAT as a pen-and-paper-based test. The total duration of the examination will be for 3 hours. The detailed marking scheme of the questions will be present in the AAT 2026 question paper.

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Q:   Is AAT a computer-based test?
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No. The authorities will conduct AAT offline i.e., as a pen-and-paper-based test. The candidates will have to attempt the examination offline by marking the answers in the OMR sheet or drawing the answers. No other mode will be used to conduct AAT. The examination will be prepared to assess the candidate's General Knowledge,  Geometry Drawing,  3D Aspects,  Freehand Drawing and Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity.

Q:   What is the division of questions in AAT exam pattern?
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AAT paper is divided into five sections. The total number of questions available in the paper will be different for every section. For Geometry Drawing, 3D Aspects, Freehand Drawing and Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity, there will be 3 questions in each section. However, for the General Knowledge section, the candidates will have to answer 4 questions. The total number of questions in the AAT paper are 16 questions.

Q:   What is the duration of AAT?
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As per the official AAT exam pattern, the duration of the entrance examination is 3 hours. During the examination, the candidates will have to attempt 16 questions. No extra time will be provided to the candidates to complete the examination. There is no sectional duration for the examination. All of the questions have to attempted and completed before the examination. 

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AAT 2026 Preparation Tips

Some of important preparation tips for AAT 2026 have been given below.

  • Firstly, candidates were advised to know syllabus and exam pattern of AAT 2026 well. This helped them to know what had to be studied and how the examination would be conducted.
  • A personalised timetable had to be prepared so that the candidates were able to cover the entire syllabus well before the examination.
  • Mock tests had to be conducted regularly so that candidates understood their commonly made mistakes and worked on them.
  • A revision had to be done to not forget whatever was studied by candidates.
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AAT 2026 Admit Card

The authorities will not release the AAT admit card 2026. Candidates are required to present their JEE Advanced 2026 admit card at the examination centre. Without the admit card, the candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre. Details regarding the allotted exam centre and other instructions were given to the candidates separately. JEE Advanced 2026 admit card was released online.

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Q:   What do I have to carry to the AAT exam centre?
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While reporting at AAT exam centre, candidates will have to carry their JEE Advanced admit card. Along with admit card, candidates will also have to present their photo identity proof to invigilators. In case the candidates are not able to present their JEE Advanced admit card and identity proof, then they will not be allowed to attempt examination. Therefore, candidates are advised to read guidelines carefully before reporting to exam centre.

Q:   Will AAT admit card be released?
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No. The authorities will not release AAT admit card. The candidates will have to present their JEE Advanced admit card at the examination centre. Therefore, candidates are advised to keep JEE Advanced admit card carefully since it will be required during the AAT admission process. If the candidates are not able to present the admit card and identity proof to the authorities at the centre, then they will not be allowed to attempt the examination.

Q:   When will the JEE Advanced admit card for the coming session be released?
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The JEE Advanced 2026 admit card will be issued on May. The exam will be held in May. The conducting IIT will release JEE Advanced admit card under the respective logins of the registered candidates at jeeadv.ac.in. To log in, candidates have to use their JEE Main 2026 application number and date of birth. The JEE Advanced admit card 2026 will be available for download until exam day. The exam date, time, reporting time, exam centre venue and all important instructions for exam day will be mentioned on the JEE Advanced 2026 admit card.

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BArch Course at IITs

AAT is conducted for admission to BArch courses conducted by IIT Varanasi, IIT Roorkee and IIT Kharagpur. For admission to architecture in any of the three IITs, candidates must qualify JEE Main, then JEE Advanced and then AAT 2026. The number of seats in the BArch course conducted at IITs, as per the last academic session, is:

Name of institute

Number of seats

IIT Roorkee

35

IIT Kharagpur

43

IIT Varanasi

26

Total

114

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