What are IISER marks vs rank?

IISER Marks vs Rank is generally the data interpretation of the candidates who had appeared in the IAT examination. Here, candidates will be able to know the expected AIR rank/ category rank that they will achieve based on the marks scored by them in the IISER examination. IAT candidates' ranks are based on their combined scores from the four sections (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology). The exam comprises 60 questions with a total score of 240 marks.

What is IISER Aptitude test?

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.

What courses are offered at IISERs?

IISERs offer admission into courses leading to BSMS Dual Degree and BS Degree (only at IISER Bhopal) Programs. Below are the programmes offered by IISERs: Biological Sciences Chemical Sciences Earth & Climate Sciences/Earth & Environmental Sciences Economic Sciences Engineering Sciences (Chemical Engineering, Data Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science) Geological Sciences Integrated & Interdisciplinary Sciences (Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences) Mathematical Sciences Physical Sciences.

What are the different channels for getting admission in IISER Colleges?

Earlier, there were three channels through which candidates could get admissions to the courses offered at IISER institutions, IISc Bangalore and IIT Madras. From the academic session 2025, admissions are done through the IAT exam channel only, and the other two channels, including JEE Main and KVPY scores, have been discontinued.

What language will the IISER Entrance Exam be conducted in?

The question paper was in English and Hindi. The candidates must read all the given instructions provided in the question paper at the time of the examination.

Where to find IISER entrance exam syllabus?

IISER entrance examination provides 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. Since it is an undergraduate degree, the syllabus for the examination is confined to class 11 and 12 subjects which are Physics Chemistry Biology and mathematics. Candidates can find the complete syllabus in the information brochure of the IISER on the official website. For detailed syllabus, candidates can view the below Shiksha link- https://www.shiksha.com/science/iiser-entrance-exam-syllabus.

Will there be any changes made in the IISER Entrance Exam 2026 pattern?

IISER 2026 exam pattern is out. No changes have been made in the IISER entrance exam pattern. The exam was conducted as a computer-based test for three hours. There were 4 sections in the IISER question paper. Each section carries 15 questions.

IISER 2026 Official Question Paper (OUT): Download IAT Previous Year Question Paper PDF Free

Round 1 Counselling

24 Jul '26 - 28 Jul '26

Updated on Jul 6, 2026 15:13 IST

By Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

IISER 2026 question paper: IISER Berhampur released the IAT question paper online. The link to download the question paper is updated on this page. Moreover, the IISER question paper is available with an answer key. IISER Aptitude Test was conducted on June 7, 2026.

Aspirants can use the IISER 2026 question paper with the answer key for revision purposes.
They can self-assess their performance and improve the weaker section.
Students can know the paper difficulty level and identify the high-weightage topics.

Also Read: IISER 2026 answer key

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IISER 2025 Question Paper PDF
IISER 2024 Question Paper PDF
IISER 2023 Question Paper PDF
IISER 2022 Question Paper PDF
IISER 2021 Question Paper PDF
IISER 2019 Question Paper PDF
IISER 2018 Question Paper PDF
IISER 2017 Question Paper PDF
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Download previous year IISER Entrance Exam question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download IISER Entrance Exam previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

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How to Download IISER Entrance Exam 2026 Question Papers?

The process to download the IISER entrance exam question paper with the answer key is quite simple. Candidates can find the direct link for the IAT question paper on this page or online at iiseradmission.in. Follow the process mentioned below and download the question paper PDF.