Ashoka Aptitude Test

Time limit to attempt the on-the-spot essay in Ashoka Aptitude Test is 30 minutes. Students can take essay questions after aptitude test questions. A 5-minute break is given after essay question. During evaluation, exam body will consider candidates' engagement with prompt, creativity, clarity of thought and critical thinking skills.  

The university has set the following rules and regulations for taking Ashoka Aptitude Test remotely. 

• Examinees must have a government-issued photo ID while taking the test.
• They can take 5-minute bio breaks during designated break sections. 
• They are allowed to use pen and paper for rough work.
• Calculators are not allowed.
• Webcam must be enabled at all times and the face of the examinee must be visible.
• The assessment can only be taken on desktops or laptops. 

AAT sample papers are an essential resource for preparations. Aspirants must go through these papers at least once before the test to get an idea of the types of questions they will have to take eventually. The time limit to take the test is 90 minutes. While solving a sample paper, aspirants can also get an idea of their speed with which they attempt the paper. 

The university provides some sample papers on their website. However, potential students can also practice by solving generic problem solving, critical thinking and reasoning questions. Not much emphasis is given to subject-specific questions in the test. Since, this entrance exam is for undergraduate programmes, applicants are advised to study their high school study material to study for the test. 

Ashoka Aptitude Test is an online entrance exam. The Ashoka University allows applicants to take the test from anywhere with an internet connection and a webcam for security purposes. Hence, there are no physical exam centres. Test takers have to attempt 80 MCQs on critical thinking and problem solving and an on-the-spot essay. Students who pass the test are interviewed for admissions on the same day as their test. 

Exam takers have to type their AAT essay on the same system on which took rest of the test. They will be given a 5 minute break before attempting the essay question. The fixed time limit to take the essay question is 30 mins and their is no word limit.  

The tuition fee for undergaduate programmes including accommodation and other expenses is provided in the table below. 

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.  

The dates for AAT 2025 are - 

• December 8, 2024
• January 25, 2025
• May 4, 2025

Start by reading as a regular task. This will better your command over the language. Start writing, start with describing things then slowly advance to research based content. Keep up with the current events. Follow the news. Download a news application if it helps. Also, do some light reading on notable historical events, policies, current affairs, laws, issues, etc.