Ashoka Aptitude 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. 

A few important books for AAT preparation are A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams, Analytical Reasoning, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency, etc. 

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.

There's no separate quantitative aptitude section on this test. However, some basic quant maybe asked under problem solving and reasoning sections.

There's no certain syllabus for AAT essay section. Some topics that may appear on test are listed below. 

• Gender Fluidity 
• Reservation - A Social Boon or Bane
• Methods to Alleviate Poverty
• Effects of Demonetisation 
• Money and Happiness 
• Man Vs Nature 
• Role of Your Attitude in Success 
• Is Graffiti Art or Vandalism
• How Effective are Warnings on Cigarette Packets

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.