AUAT (Aliah University Admission Test) is a university-level entrance examination conducted by Aliah University, Kolkata - a state university - for admission to B.Tech and other undergraduate programmes. Unusually for this category, it is an offline pen-and-paper test conducted once a year through a single cycle, with seats limited to Aliah University. Admission is based on the AUAT rank through the university's centralised counselling.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Offline (Pen and Paper Based Test)
Duration:2 hours (120 minutes)
Total Marks:100
Marking Scheme:+1 for a correct answer; negative marking may apply as per university rules - check the official brochure
Sections
Mathematics
40 Questions•40 Marks
Physics
30 Questions•30 Marks
Chemistry
30 Questions•30 Marks
Syllabus
Mathematics
Algebra
Calculus
Trigonometry
Coordinate Geometry
Physics
Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Electromagnetism
Modern Physics
Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Eligibility Criteria
Passed or appearing Class 12 (or equivalent)
Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects
One of Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Computer Science
Minimum qualifying marks as specified by Aliah University
Important Dates
Registration opens
As notified by Aliah University
AUAT exam
Single cycle (around May-June, tentative)
Result & counselling
June-July (tentative)
Application Process
Register on aliah.ac.in/admission
Fill the application and pay the fee
Download the admit card and report to the allotted centre
Take the offline pen-and-paper test
Attend Aliah's centralised counselling based on the rank
💡 Preparation Tips
Confirm the exact marking scheme from the official brochure - negative marking may apply
Mathematics carries the most questions (40) - prioritise it
Practise on OMR sheets since the test is offline pen-and-paper
Cover the full Class 11-12 syllabus; the exam is easy to moderate
❓ FAQs
Is AUAT online or offline?
AUAT is an offline pen-and-paper based test (OMR), unlike most private-university entrances which are computer-based.
Is there negative marking?
Negative marking may apply as per university rules - candidates should check the official information brochure for the exact scheme.
Is Aliah a private university?
No. Aliah University, Kolkata is a state university in West Bengal.