Documents Required for IISER Entrance Exam 2026; Check Document List & Dimensions Here

Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research Entrance Exam 2026 ( IISER Entrance Exam )

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24 May '26 - 7 Jun '26

Updated on Mar 5, 2026 17:51 IST
The IISER Aptitude Test 2026 application form is accepted by the exam officials only if candidates submit the list of required documents for IAT 2026 admission. The registration window was opened on March 5, 2026. Get complete details on document required for IISER registration here.

IISER 2026 application form was released online. While filling IAT application form, candidates need to upload a few documents. Here we have provided the list of documents required for IAT 2026 admission, registration process, IISER registration fees and more.

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IISER 2026 Application form Documents Required

IISER application form 2026 was released on March 5, 2026. The authority has updated the IAT exam 2026 registration link online. IISER application process comprises registration, form filling, uploading documents and payment of the application fee. Candidates must complete the IISER registration 2026 before the last date. The authority will conclude the registration on April 13, 2026. IISER Berhampur will conduct the IISER Aptitude Test on June 7, 2026.

The list of documents required to fill IAT application form 2026 is listed on this page. Ensure all the documents are in prescribed format else you cannot upload them. Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board can fill IISER application form 2026.  Check the page to know about the documents required to fill IISER form 2026.

Also Read: Live Updates on IISER 2026 Registration

Table of contents
  • IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Dates
  • IISER 2026 Application Form: Documents Required
  • IISER Entrance Exam 2026: Photograph Upload Dimensions
  • IISER Application Form 2026: Signature Upload Dimensions
  • IAT 2026 Registration: Documents Size Details
  • How to fill IISER 2026 Application Form
  • IISER 2026 Eligibility Criteria
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IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Dates

The authority has announced the IISER 2026 exam date online. Candidates can IAT important dates 2026 to stay updated with the ongoing and upcoming events. Check the table for IISER entrance exam 2026 dates.

IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Events IISER 2026 Dates
IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Application Form Start Date March 5, 2026
IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Application Form End Date April 13, 2026
IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Application Form Correction Window April 16 to 18, 2026
IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Admit Card May 24, 2026
IISER Entrance Exam Date 2026 June 7, 2026
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will IISER Entrance Exam Centres be located outside India?
A: 

IISER Entrance Exam centres are located in cities across India. The exam is not conducted outside India. In case there is a change this year, it will be updated here. 

Q:   When will be the Portal open to upload documents and freeze IISER preferences for IISER 2026 Admissions?
A: 

The portal for document upload and freezing of IISER preferences for IISER 2026 Admissions is expected to begin in the month of July 2026, tentatively. After accepting the offer and paying the seat acceptance fee, the candidate can exercise two options:

  1. Candidate can FREEZE the seat (they will not participate in further rounds of counselling),
  2. Candidate can FLOAT (they will participate in further rounds of counselling to get their higher preferences). The FLOAT option is activated by default for those who pay the seat acceptance fee. A student who has chosen to FLOAT will again be considered for seat allocation in the next round. If they are eligible to secure a seat in an IISER that is higher in their preference list than the currently accepted one, they will be offered that seat.
Q:   When will IISER Entrance Exam 2026 notification release?
A: 

The IISER Entrance Exam 2026 notification was released on February 7, 2026. The exam is conducted for admission to the five-year BS-MS dual degree and four-year BS degree programmes. The IISER Entrance Exam 2026 will be conducted on June 7, 2026.

IISER 2026 Application Form: Documents Required

Here is the list of candidates required while filling out the IAT 2026 application form:

  • Class 10 Board exam or equivalent Marksheet or Pass Certificate
  • Class 10 Board exam or equivalent Marksheet or Pass Certificate
  • If the class 12 Board exam or equivalent) Marksheet is not available now, then you can instead upload a signed declaration form - “DECLARATION BY THE CANDIDATE IN LIEU OF ELIGIBILITY EXAM CERTIFICATE/MARKSHEET”. Fill in the form, sign it, scan it and then upload. 
  • Candidate's Photograph
  • Candidate's Signature
  • ID proof with photo (Aadhaar Card, driving license, etc.)
  • Category Certificate (if applicable).

Also Read: IISER Aptitude Test Physics Syllabus 2025: Check Topic-wise Complete Syllabus Here 

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IISER Entrance Exam 2026: Photograph Upload Dimensions

The photograph must match your appearance on the day of the examination in the following dimensions:

Specifications Details
Dimensions passport-sized photograph of the face of the candidate
Colour of the Image

The photograph must be recent and must be in COLOUR. Photographs of poor resolution taken using a mobile phone and other self-composed portraits may result in the rejection of the application.

Format

The photograph is required in JPEG/JPG format and must be of size 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm (Width × Height).

Maximum and Minimum Pixel

The file size of the image should be in the range of 10 kB to 200 kB.

Background

The background of the photograph must be white or a very light colour.

 

Note: The Candidate has to upload only his/her own photograph and signature in the format as mentioned above (and not of anybody else) in a correct/proper manner.

Also Read: IISER Biology Syllabus 2025: Check Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT Biology Syllabus Here 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How is IISER exam centre allocated?
A: 

The authority allocates the IISER exam centre based on students' preferences. While filling the IISER application form 2026, students need to submit their exam centre preference. 

Q:   What is the closing rank for IISER?
A: 

The IISER closing rank is the minimum rank required for admission to the participating institutes. UR, OBC Students whose ranks were under 3299 were offered admission to the IISER institutes in the first round of IAT counselling.

Q:   In what mode will IISER 2026 aptitude test be conducted?
A: 

IISER is a compulsory entrance test to get into the IISER Pune. IISER 2026 entrance exam will be conducted in computer-based test mode. The duration of the entrance exam is three hours, from 9 AM to 12 noon.

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IISER Application Form 2026: Signature Upload Dimensions

While uploading the signature of the candidate, the following details need to be kept in mind:

Specifications Details
Dimensions Draw a rectangular box of size 2 cm x 7 cm (Height x Width) on a white paper. Sign with a black or dark blue ink pen completely within this box horizontally.
Image Format JPEG/JPG  
 File size range The file size of the image should be in the range of 5 kB to 100 kB 

IAT 2026 Registration: Documents Size Details

During the online application, candidates will have to upload digital copies of forms or certificates. The acceptable file sizes are mentioned below:

  • Photo ID 200KB- upto 1 MB
  • Caste Certificate 200KB- upto 1 MB
  • 10th Marksheet 200KB- upto 1 MB
  • 12th Marksheet 200KB- upto 1 MB
  • PwD Certificate 200KB- upto 1 MB

IAT 2026 Application Fee

The authority has released the IISER application fee 2026 for GEN, OBC, SC, and ST online. The application fee is to be paid by the applicant during the submission of the application form. 

  • INR 2,000 for candidates applying under General, EWS, OBC, and OBC-NCL categories.
  • INR 1,000 for candidates applying under persons with disabilities (PwD), persons registered as Kashmiri Migrants/Kashmiri Pandits/Kashmiri Hindu Families (Non-Migrant) and SC/ST category.
  • INR 12,000 for candidates applying under the Foreign National category.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is IISER Entrance Exam conducted in multiple slots?
A: 

No, IISER Entrance Exam is conducted in a single day and slot. The total duration of the exam is three hours. There is no break in between the test. IISER Aptitude Test is conducted in computer based mode. 

Q:   What is IISER Aptitude test?
A: 
Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research conduct an entrance exam in order to provide admission to candidates in the five year long BSMS dual degree programme offered by them. On the basis of a candidates score in the IISER Entrance Exam also known as IISER aptitude test, he/she can secure admission at IISER located in Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, or Tirupati. Candidates who cleared their Class 12 in the Science stream are eligible to apply for the IISER Entrance Exam 2023. As per the IISER Entrance Exam pattern, there are a total of 60 objective questions that candidates need to complete in three hours duration.
Q:   How many times is the IISER exam conducted in a year?
A: 

IISER exam is conducted once a year. IISER Aptitude Test will be held on June 7, 2026, for the academic year 2026-27. IAT will be conducted by IISER Berhampur.

How to fill IISER 2026 Application Form  

Below is the process given for how to fill IISER 2026 online application form.

  • Click on the online register link.
  • Fill in the details asked in the application form correctly.
  • Upload scanned images as per the instructions mentioned.
  • Pay the application fees through the payment gateway provided.
  • Submit the application form and take its printout.

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IISER 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To meet the eligibility criteria to appear for the IISER 2026 entrance exam are given below. 

  • The candidates must have passed the Class XII or equivalent level examination in 2024, 2025 or 2026 from any board recognised by the Council of Boards of School Education in India.

  • Candidates must have taken at least three subjects among Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics during their Class 12 Board exam or equivalent.

  • Candidates belonging to reserved categories are required to score a minimum of 55 per cent marks in aggregate or equivalent grade in their Class 12 Board or equivalent examination. Candidates belonging to other categories are required to score a minimum of 60 per cent marks in aggregate or equivalent grade in their Class 12 Board or equivalent examination.

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Answered a month ago

IISER answer key will be released on June 7, 2026. Candidates can download the answer key online. The answer key challenge window will open on June 9, 2026.

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Answered a month ago

The IISER exam date is June 7, 2026. The exam will commence at 9 AM and continue till 12 PM. It is a computer-based test.

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

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Answered a month ago

IISER score 200 or above is a good marks. It can help to get admission to IISER Pune and IISc Bangalore. Candidates must have a good conceptual knowledge, give priority to all four subjects. Prepare for the exam according to the exam syllabus and take mock test to score above 200.

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Answered a month ago

Based on previous year analysis, IAT exam is moderately difficult. It requires strong conceptual knowledge. Students who have prepared properly for exam can easily score good marks.

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

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Answered a month ago

It is quite difficult for the GEN / OBC category to get admission to IISER with 50 marks. Even the reserved category students have less chance in the later counelling round for admission. To secure admission, students must score above 150 marks.

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

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Answered a month ago

IISER exam is considered of moderate difficulty level. Majority of students finds Physics, and Mathematics challenging. PCM students may find biology tough while PCB students might find Mathematics tough. However, the difficulty level of IISER compared to JEE Main and Advanced is moderate to easy.

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Answered a month ago

The last date to apply for IISER 2026 was April 13, 2026. IAT application form was available on the website, iiseradmission.in. 

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

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Answered a month ago

IISER 2026 application is available from March 5 to April 13. Eligible candidates can fill the application form online at iiseradmission.in. The process to fill the application form is registration, form filling, and payment of fees.

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Answered a month ago

IISER Berhampur released the application form for IISER 2026 on March 5, 2026. The registration link is updated on the website, iiseradmission.in.

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Answered a month ago

IISER 2026 application fee is updated online. The application fee for IISER 2026 is Rs. 2000 (General, EWS, OBC, and OBC-NCL). For other categories, the fee is Rs. 1000.

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