Ashoka Aptitude Test Question Papers 2026: Download Previous Year Sample Papers PDF

You can refer to any competitive questions book for the reasoning part of the test. Other than that, your course books must be enough.

According to Ashoka University's website, applicants can only apply for one round of exam for each admission cycle. So no, you cannot take Ashoka Aptitude Assessment twice in one year.  

Ashoka Aptitude Test exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). It also includes one descriptive on-the-spot essay (OSE). There is no negative marking. 

Ashoka Aptitude Test is a university-specific entrance examination. It is conducted by Ashoka University. It offers admission to undergraduate programmes.

Since the aptitude test is conducted for admissions in undergraduate programmes, the difficulty level is quite moderate. Questions from the quantitative aptitude section are moderately difficult but pretty easy for students who have opted for mathematics in classes 11 and 12. The English section is a bit tougher and tricky, however, not extremely difficult.

The Ashoka Aptitude Test is conducted in several sessions at different times throughout the year. It is advisable that candidates start preparing for the entrance exam at least two months is advance. For instance, if your exam is to be conducted in December, you should start preparations in October. While preparing candidates can focus more on the reasoning and data interpretation sections since they already have some subject-wise knowledge.

No, if you have already taken CUET and have scored well, you can mention your scores in the Ashoka University applications. You might still have to interview for admissions though. The university also accepts SAT and ACT scores. 

Yes, students awaiting their final high school results can apply for Ashoka Aptitude Assessment. However, they will have to produce their results to university when received. The university will not reject such candidates unless the results are declared.

Check out the preparation strategy for AAT 

• Understand the Pattern and Marking Scheme.
• Get the prescribed syllabus for the applied course.
• Get all the study material you can to prepare better for the Ashoka Aptitude Test.
• Create a day to day and weekly time table on how much material you can study on a daily basis.
• Revise as much as you can at the end of the day.
• Get proper rest during your preparation.

The important topics of AAT logical reasoning are as follows:

• Family Relationships
• Sequencing and Arrangements (Linear, Circular or Matrix)
• Coding and Decoding
• Cubes
• Selection Criteria
• Input-Output
• Directions
• Syllogism
• Comparatives
• Series

Yes, after taking the MCQs, candidates must write a 650-word on-the-spot essay. They will be given two essay questions out of which they have to pick one. Examinees from the past have reported that one question is more inclined towards subject-based, somewhat hard topics and the other is designed to judge the personality of the candidates. Students will be given 30 minutes to take this question.

You can refer to any competitive questions book for the reasoning part of the test. Other than that, your course books must be enough.

To prepare the AAT study timetable, set daily and weekly goals. Give more time to weaker areas and dedicate appropriate time for revision. Try to stay consistent throughout preparation journey. 

The Ashoka Aptitude Test is conducted in several sessions at different times throughout the year. It is advisable that candidates start preparing for the entrance exam at least two months is advance. For instance, if your exam is to be conducted in December, you should start preparations in October. While preparing candidates can focus more on the reasoning and data interpretation sections since they already have some subject-wise knowledge.