The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) has officially released the provisional answer key for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the entrance examination can now access and download the answer key from the official admission portal, iiseradmission.in.
Answer Key Release and Purpose
The provisional answer key has been published shortly after the conclusion of the examination. It is designed to help candidates estimate their probable scores ahead of the official declaration of results. By comparing their responses with the answer key, students can gauge their expected performance.
Exam Details
The IISER Aptitude Test 2026 was conducted on June 7 in a single shift from 9 am to 12 noon. The examination is held for admission to various undergraduate programmes offered by IISER campuses, including:
- Bachelor of Science-Master of Science (BS-MS) Dual Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Science (BS) programmes
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programmes
How to Download the IISER IAT 2026 Answer Key
Candidates can follow these steps to access the provisional answer key:
- Visit the official IISER admission website at iiseradmission.in.
- Click on the "IAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key" link available on the homepage.
- Log in using the required credentials, if prompted.
- The answer key will appear on the screen.
- Check the answers carefully and compare them with your responses.
- Download and save the answer key PDF for future reference.
Response Sheets and Objection Window on June 9
The admission authority will release candidates' response sheets on June 9. Along with the response sheets, the objection facility will also be activated. Candidates will be able to compare their recorded responses with the provisional answer key and raise objections if they find any discrepancy. The challenges submitted by candidates will be reviewed by the examination authorities before the final answer key is prepared.
Benefits of the Provisional Answer Key
The provisional answer key allows candidates to:
- Estimate their likely scores
- Check the correctness of recorded answers
- Identify any possible errors in the answer key
- Submit objections within the prescribed period, if required
Candidates are advised to download the answer key as soon as possible and keep track of further updates regarding response sheets, objections, and the final answer key through the official IISER admission portal.
