Aakash iACST 2024 is an entrance cum scholarship test conducted for candidates who desire to pursue medical and engineering entrance exam coaching at Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL). Candidates can avail up to 90% Scholarship on their tuition fees based on their iACST test score. Candidates planning on appearing for Aakash iACST 2024 must note the following salient features of the test.
- Zero Registration Fee: Aakash does not charge any registration fee for the test. Candidates desiring to appear for the test can register for free at the official website.
- Online Mode: Aakash iACST 2024 is an online and remotely proctored test. Candidates can appear for the test from the comfort of their homes.
- Conducted Daily: iACST is conducted everyday from 9AM to 10PM. The duration of the test is 60 mins (1 hour). Candidates can schedule the test as per their convenience.
- Applicable for State Boards and Regional CETs: Candidates desiring to prepare for State Boards and State-wise Common Entrance Tests (CET) can also appear for the test for receiving scholarship. Aakash has also provided coaching for State Boards and CETs for separate batches.
- Eligibility: Candidates currently enrolled in class 8th to 12th, and class 12th pass outs are eligible to appear for the test.
- Scholarship and Courses: Candidates receive up to 90% scholarship for 1, 2, 3 & 4-year integrated classroom courses for NEET, JEE, and Foundations.
Read the article for details on Aakash iACST 2024 exam dates, registration, eligibility, syllabus, scholarship, and courses offered.
Aakash iACST 2024 Highlights
| Name of the Exam | Aakash Instant Admission Cum Scholarship Test (Aakash iACST) |
| Conducting Body | Aakash Educational Services Limited |
| Type of the Exam | Scholarship and Admission Test |
| Exam Dates | Conducted Daily (9 AM - 10 PM) - Can be scheduled as per candidates’ convenience. |
| Exam Duration | 60 minutes (1 hour) |
| Exam Mode | Online with Remote Proctoring |
| Exam Benefit | Up to 90% scholarship for NEET, JEE, and Foundations and Admission at Aakash |
| Exam Website | iacst.aakash.ac.in |
Aakash iACST 2024: Important Dates and Time
The date and time schedule for Aakash iACST 2024 is tabulated below for reference:
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| iACST Registration | Ongoing |
| iACST Exam Date | Conducted Daily |
| iACST Exam Time | 9 AM to 10 PM |
Aakash iACST 2024: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates appearing for Aakash iACST 2024 should keep the following eligibility criteria in mind before registering for the exam:
- Candidates studying in class 8th to class 12th are eligible to apply for the exam.
- Candidates who passed class 12th are also eligible to apply.
- Candidates who are going to be promoted to class 8th from class 7th can also register for the exam.
Aakash iACST 2024: Registration
Registration for the entrance test is ongoing. Candidates can register for Aakash iACST 2024 at the official Aakash iACST website - iacst.aakash.ac.in. Candidates can follow the following steps to register:
Step 1: Mobile Verification
Candidates are required to register their mobile number via. OTP Verification. Enter the mobile number and click on the ‘Get OTP’ button. Enter the OTP received and click on the ‘Verify OTP’ button.
Step 2: Submission of Personal Details
Candidates are required to enter the following personal details with great care. The scholarship received on qualifying the test will depend on the course they have opted for, and the Aakash coaching center and city they have selected.
| Candidate’s Name | Father/ Guardian Name | Email ID |
| Date of Birth | Class (Currently Studying in) | Stream (in which they require coaching) |
| Mode of Test( Online Mode) | Details of Preferred Aakash Centre for Coaching (Select State and Center) | - |
After entering the following details click on the ‘Select Exam Date’ button.
Step 3: Selection of Exam Date
Candidates are required to select the exam date from the drop down box. Aakash iACST 2024 can be scheduled a week in advance. Candidates will be given the option to take the exam on any day of the coming week. Select a date, enter the current City and State, and click on ‘Complete Registration’. Zero Registration Fee is charged to the exam.
Aakash iACST 2024 Syllabus and Pattern
Aakash has not specified a fixed exam pattern or syllabus for iACST 2024 exam. However candidates can get a brief idea about iACST Syllabus and Pattern from the following details:
- iACST Exam Pattern: The test is conducted online and remotely. The questions asked are mostly multiple choice questions (MCQs). The duration of the exam is 1 hour (60 minutes)
- iACST Syllabus: The exam is conducted for students taking admission into various coaching courses. Thus, candidates will be tested in their previous classes’ subject knowledge. For instance, a class 10 candidate appearing for iACST 2024 for admission into NEET coaching courses will have to face questions on class 9 topics of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Aakash iACST 2024 Scholarship
Candidates appearing for Aakash iACST 2024 can avail up to 90 % scholarship on the tuition fees of the course opted by them. Aakash sets a minimum cut off score for various % of scholarships. Candidates scoring higher than those cut offs will receive the scholarship amount. However, Aakash doesn’t handover the scholarship in form of cash or cheque, instead the amount is deducted from the total course fees of the student.
Aakash iACST provided scholarship for the following courses:
- 1, 2, 3 & 4- Year Integrated Classroom Courses for NEET, JEE and Foundations
- State Board Batches- UP Board, Rajasthan Board. Gujarat Board, MP Board, Karnataka Board, Bihar Board, Jharkhand Board, and Tamil Nadu Board
- State-wise CETs Batches- Karnataka CET, Maharashtra CET, KEAM (Kerala) and EAMCET (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana)
Aakash iACST 2024 Courses Offered
The various courses offered by Aakash on which students can avail scholarship are listed below along with their salient features.
Aakash iACST 2024 Medical Courses
NEET coaching courses special curated for class 9th to 12th studying and for class 12th passed students is listed below:
- Two-Year Integrated Classroom Course for NEET (For Class 10th Studying Students moving to Class 11th)
- One-Year Integrated Classroom Course for NEET (For Class 11th Studying Students moving to Class 12th)
- Regular Classroom Course for NEET (For Class 12th Passed Students)
- Integrated Classroom Course for Class X to XII, NEET, Olympiads & NTSE
- Integrated Classroom Course for Class IX to XII, NEET, Olympiads & NTSE
Salient Features for Aakash Medical Courses
- Complete preparation and revision of class XI and XII syllabus
- Preparation for NEET as well as school boards exams
- Exhaustive and detailed study material
- Regular test in NEET and school boards pattern
- NCERT Maps for quick and thorough revision of NCERT curriculum.
- Additional facility exclusive for Aakash Students
| Test Series Course for NEET preparation | Question Bank for NEET | NEET Challenger App |
| iTutor Lab Facility | Books for Crash Course & Repeater Course | - |
Aakash iACST 2024 Engineering Courses
JEE coaching courses special curated for class 9th to 12th studying and for class 12th passed students is listed below:
- Two-Year Integrated Classroom Course for JEE - Main & Advanced (For Class 10th Studying Students moving to Class 11th)
- One-Year Integrated Classroom Course for JEE Main & Advanced (For Class 11th Studying Students moving to Class 12th)
- Power Step Integrated Classroom Course for JEE Main & Advanced (For Class 12th Passed Students)
- Integrated Classroom Course for Class X to XII, JEE(Main & Advanced), Olympiads & NTSE
- Integrated Classroom course for Class IX to XII, JEE(Main & Advanced), Olympiads & NTSE
Salient Features for Aakash iACST Engineering Courses
- Complete preparation and revision of class XI and XII syllabus
- Preparation for JEE as well as school boards exams
- Exhaustive and detailed study material
- Regular test in JEE and school boards pattern
- NCERT Maps for quick and thorough revision of NCERT curriculum.
- Additional facility exclusive for Aakash Students
| Final Test Series | Success Achiever Question Bank for JEE Main | Success Magnet Question Bank for JEE |
| iTutor Lab Facility | Archive for JEE Main and Advanced | - |
Aakash iACST 2024 Foundation Courses
The specially curated foundation courses for class 8th, class 9th and class 10th students are as follows:
- One-Year Integrated Classroom Course for Olympiads & Class VIII (For Class 7th Studying Students moving to Class 8th)
- One-Year Integrated Classroom Course for Olympiads and Class IX (For Class 8th Studying Students moving to Class 9th)
- One-Year Integrated Classroom Course for Olympiads, NTSE & Class X (For Class 9th Studying Students moving to Class 10th)
- Two-Year Integrated Classroom Course for Olympiads, NTSE & Class IX & X (For Class 8th Studying Students moving to Class 9th)
- Three-Year Integrated Classroom Course for Olympiads, NTSE and Class VIII, IX & X (For Class 7th Studying Students moving to Class 8th)
Salient Features for Aakash Foundation Courses
- Complete preparation and revision of class VIII, IX and X syllabus
- Regular doubt clearing sessions
- Preparation for school boards exams
- Exhaustive and detailed study material
- Special Classes for NTSE preparation for Class X
- Regular tests on school /board, Olympiad, NTSE pattern
- Additional facility exclusive for Aakash Students
| Special classes & test series for Olympiad/scholarship exams | Mental ability preparation | iTutor Lab Facility |
| Micro Assignment - a special booklet of NCERT (questions for better practice) | Fast Track & Trickopedia - unique tricks & tips to increase speed | - |
Aakash iACST 2024: Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. How many times can I take the iACST exam?
Ans. Candidates can take a maximum of two attempts in a year for the Aakasg iACST.
Ques. What is the Aakash scholarship test for NEET 2024?
Ans. Candidates opting for NEET 2024 coaching courses can avail Aakash scholarships by qualifying in the iACST exam.
Ques. What are the passing marks for iACST exam?
Ans. Aakash has not kept a fixed passing mark in iACST exam. Instead it sets varied cut offs to avail different amounts of scholarships. Candidates scoring higher than those cut offs will receive the scholarship amount.
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for iACST?
Ans. The eligibility criteria for appearing in iACST 2024 are:
- Candidates studying in class 8th to class 12th are eligible to apply for the exam.
- Candidates who passed class 12th are also eligible to apply.
- Candidates who are going to be promoted to class 8th from class 7th can also register for the exam.
Ques. How long is the Aakash iACST exam?
Ans. iACST is conducted every day from 9 AM to 10 PM. The duration of the test is 60 mins (1 hour). Candidates can schedule the test as per their convenience.
Ques. Is Aakash iACST free or paid?
Ans. There is no registration fees for the Aakash iACST. You can take the test for free and avail scholorships on various engineering, medical, and foundation courses.
Ques. How can I apply for Aakash iACST 2024?
Ans. You can apply for Aakash iACST online by visiting the official website and filling out the registration form. The application fee can also be paid online.
Ques. How many scholarships can a student secure through iACST?
Ans. iACST offers scholarships up to 100% to students. By achieving high scores in the scholarship test, students can get admission to their desired course and start their journey with Aakash.
Ques. Is it possible to take the iACST exam from home?
Ans. Aakash iACST exam takes 60 minutes to complete, and students can choose their preferred date and time for the exam at their convenience. Candidates can appear for the exam from the comfort of their homes without the need to visit any test center.
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