IAT 2027 • Official 2026 reference
IAT Exam Pattern 2027
Looking for the IAT exam pattern, number of questions, total marks, duration, subjects or negative marking? Here is the verified 2026 structure to use until the 2027 notification is published.
60 questions
15 questions each from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics in the 2026 structure.
180 minutes
The 2026 IAT was a 3-hour computer-based test.
+4 / −1 / 0
4 marks for correct, −1 for incorrect and 0 for unanswered in the 2026 reference.
240 maximum
The maximum possible score under the 2026 structure was 240.
IAT subjects and question distribution
The four sections are Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics, with 15 questions per subject in the 2026 reference. This makes balanced preparation important because every subject contributes to the total.
IAT negative marking and score calculation
Under the 2026 reference, correct answers added 4 marks, incorrect answers deducted 1 mark and unanswered questions added 0. Always replace this reference with the official rules for the active admission cycle.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in IAT?
The published 2026 structure had 60 questions, 15 per subject.
What is the IAT exam duration?
The 2026 reference used 180 minutes.
Is there negative marking in IAT?
The 2026 reference had −1 for an incorrect answer. Verify the current-year brochure before the exam.
Reference cycle: IAT 2026. Rules can change for IAT 2027 and later cycles.