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LATEST UPDATE 2026
The SAT exam is a globally recognized test for undergraduate students who wish to study abroad. In India, there are eight SAT testing dates each year, with an additional date added for the convenience of applicants. The upcoming SAT exam is scheduled for March 14, with the regular registration deadline on February 27. If you miss this deadline, you have a grace period until March 3 for late registration, although an additional fee will apply. Before registering, make sure you meet the eligibility criteria for the SAT. Once registered, you can select an exam date that suits your schedule. Here, you can find all the available and upcoming SAT exam dates for 2026 in India.
IMPORTANT DATES
Test Date | Registration Date | Deadline for changes, Regular cancellation, and Late registration |
March | February | March |
May | April | April |
June | May | May |
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SAT 2023: Who can apply
Educational Qualification
SAT does not require any minimum education criteria. However, if you are a high school student planning to pursue a degree after completing school, you can stat the preparation in school years itself. Students are required to have successfully passed high school to seek admission to undergraduate studies.
Age Limit
There is no fixed maximum or minimum age criteria in SAT exam.
For more information go to our ‘Eligibility Button’.
SAT 2023: How can apply
There are two ways to fill SAT Application Form, one by Mail or Online Process which is discussed below:
1- Online Process
Step 1: Visit College Board’s official website: www.collegeboard.org and create your account.
Step 2: After successfully creating your College Board account, give your personal details.
Step 3: Create your student profile.
1- Give your high school details.
2- Give your academic details.
3- Details related to extracurricular activities.
4- College-level details: College type, college size, majors.
Step 4: Select Test Date and Test Center
Step 5: Upload your picture.
Step 6: Pay the SAT test fee using a credit card/ debit card etc.
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2- BY EMAIL :
Apart from online SAT registration, aspirants can also register through email (in India).
These are the following steps to registration process for SAT Exam by email (in India).
Step 1: You first need ‘The Student Registration Guide for the SAT Subject Tests’, which is available at schools.
Step 2: The guide includes a registration form and a return envelope.
Step 3: The form needs to be sent along with a demand draft.
Step 4: The local representative of the SAT (in India) is the USIEF. The mailed forms will be directed to their regional office.
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APPLICATION FEE
The SAT exam fees in India are divided into three categories and are charged as:
Registration fee for SAT: USD 68.
An SAT regional fee for registration: USD 43.
GST is levied on it as well and amounts to USD 19.98.
Thus, the SAT exam fees of USD 130.98 or INR 11,780. The SAT examination fees are fixed. However, SAT exam fee waivers are applicable for a few Indian students depending upon their annual family income.
Other SAT Exam Fees Components
Exam Fees | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
Change registration fee | You need to pay this fee to change your test centre | USD 29 |
SAT Cancellation Registration Fee | You need to pay this fee for cancelling your registration by the change deadline | USD 34 |
Late cancel registration fee | You need to pay this fee for cancelling your registration after the change deadline through test day | USD 44 |
Late registration fee | You need to pay this fee for doing SAT registration after the regular deadline but before the late registration deadline | USD 38 |
SAT Score Services Fees
Services | Information | Fees |
|---|---|---|
Additional score report | For every Additional Score Report apart from the free 4 score reports or score reports ordered after nine days of the test date candidates need to pay this fee | USD 15 |
Rush order | In Rush order, your score reports will be sent to colleges within one or two business days. Candidates need to pay additional score report fees as well | USD 31 |
Scores by phone | Scores through phone are released as per the same schedule as online scores. Candidates need to call Customer service to get their score by phone. Candidates need their test registration number (printed on your admission ticket), birth date, credit card number, and expiry date | USD 15 Per Call |
Archived (older) scores in order | In case if you want to order your old test scores then you need to request archived scores. Candidates can request them by phone or mail. This standard fee for additional score report requests will apply to each score report that you’d like to include with your order | USD 35 |
SAT Score Verification | For digital SAT score verification, applicants can call Customer Service at 866-756-7346 (U.S. and Canada) or +1-212-713-7789 (all other countries). | USD 55 |
SAT 2023: Exam Centres
Some important test centres for ‘General Test’ are given below:
Location | SAT Test Centre | Centre Code |
Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad International School | 63122 |
Delhi Public School (DPS) | 63113 | |
Kanpur | Allen house Public School, Khalasi | 63262 |
Mumbai | Anjuman Islam HS | 63108 |
Bombay Teachers Training Cell | 63107 | |
Delhi Public School (DPS) | 63103 | |
Nahar International School | 63223 | |
Fravashi International School | 63198 | |
Podar ORT International School | 63104 | |
NES International School | 63208 | |
Bangalore | Bangalore INTL School | 63116 |
Bishop Cotton Boys School | 63100 | |
Canadian International School | 63377 | |
Inventure Academy | 63132 | |
The International School Bangalore | 63123 | |
Neev Academy | 63117 | |
Pune | Mahindra International School | 63232 |
Mahindra United World College India | 63224 | |
Cathedral Vidya SCH Lonavala | 63233 | |
University of Pune | 63235 | |
Hyderabad | Chirec Public School | 63133 |
Delhi Public School (DPS) | 63152 | |
Sreenidhi International School | 63149 | |
The Gaudium School – Kollur Campus | 63248 | |
Lucknow | City Montessori InterCollege | 63325 |
Gurgaon | Lancers International School | 63160 |
GD Goenka World School | 63159 | |
Pathways World School | 63157 | |
New Delhi | Metro Delhi International School | 63213 |
JVSD Girls Senior Secondary School | 63210 |
For more information on Exam Centres go to our ‘General Information Button’.
SAT 2023: Scheme of Exam
The SAT test takes three hours and consists of three tests: (1) the Reading Test, (2) the Writing and Language Test, and (3) the Math Test.
Component | Time Allotted (minutes) | Number of Questions/Tasks |
|---|---|---|
Reading | 65 | 52 |
Writing and Language | 35 | 44 |
Maths | 80 | 58 |
Total | 180 | 154 |
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SAT 2023: Syllabus
The syllabus for SAT Examination is given below:
Reading Test: Use context clues in a passage to figure out which meaning of a word or phrase is being used.
Decide how an author’s word choice shapes meaning, style, and tone etc.
Writing and Language Test: Questions that test command of evidence ask you to improve the way passages develop information and ideas. For instance, you might choose an answer that sharpens an argumentative claim or adds a relevant supporting detail etc.
Maths: Heart of Algebra, Problem-Solving and Data Analysis, Passport to Advanced Maths etc.
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SAT 2023: Admission to the Examination Centres
Candidates must bring the following documents to the Test Centre:
1. A printed copy of Admit Card.
2. One passport-size photograph (same as uploaded on the Online Application Form) for pasting on the specific space in the Attendance Sheet at the Centre during the Examination.
3. The candidates shall report at the Examination Centre two hours before the commencement of the examination so as to complete the frisking and registration formalities well before time. The registration desk will be closed 30 minutes prior to the examination.
4. The candidates are advised to read the instructions on the Admit Card carefully and follow them during the conduct of the examination.
5. Candidates should take their seats immediately after the opening of the Examination Hall. If the candidates do not report in time due to any reason i.e. traffic jam, train/bus delay etc, they are likely to miss some of the general instructions to be announced in the Examination Rooms/Halls.
6. A seat indicating Roll Number will be allotted to each candidate. Candidates should find and sit on their allocated seats only. In case of a candidate changes room/hall or the seat on his/her own other than the one allotted, the candidature shall be canceled and no plea would be accepted for it.
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SAT 2023: Admit Card
The steps to download SAT Admit Card is listed below:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website.
Step 2: To access the SAT account, log in.
Step 3: Then select “print SAT Admit Card”.
Step 4: SAT Admit Card will appear on the screen.
Step 5: Print SAT Admit Card for future reference.
SAT 2023: Result
Candidates can access the SAT score report on their College Board website.
These are the steps to check SAT scores:
Step 1- Visit the College Board’s site
Step 2- Sign in using your ID and password
Step 3- Click on My Organiser and go to SAT scores
Step 4- Click on Access My Scores and enter your username and password
Step 5- Go to My Test Scores
Step 6- Your SAT scores will appear on the screen.
SAT 2023: Mode of Selection
There are no selection criteria laid down by The College Board for appearing for the SAT exam. Since SAT is for admission to undergraduate programs candidates are advised to appear for their SAT while in standard 11th or 12th.
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LATEST UPDATE FOR SAT EXAM
As per the Latest Update, SAT 2023 Exam will be conducted on 03rd June 2023.
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SAT EXAM
SAT stands for Scholastic Assessment test, which was renamed from Scholastic Aptitude Test. The SAT is a test conducted internationally to test the students’ eligibility to pursue higher education (undergraduate programs) in select institutions across the world.
It is managed by the educational Testing Service, which works under the College Board, a private, non-profit-organization in the USA.
ANNOUNCED SOME KEY CHANGES
1. SAT exam duration reduced from 3 hours to 2 hours 14 minutes.
2. SAT Digital Exam will be a Computer Adaptive Bisectional Test.
3. Reading and Writing sections are combined into 1 section.
4.7 Attempts for SAT digital exam from this year in all international locations.
SAT EXAM SALIENT FEATURE
some of the given information to related SAT Exam
| Particulars | Details |
| Name of Exam | SAT (scholastic aptitude test) |
| Most popular for | Undergraduate courses in the abroad |
| Conducting Body | The College Board |
| Mode of Exam | written based examination |
| SAT registration fee | $60 |
| SAT score range | 400-1600 points |
| Marking Scheme | no negative marking |
| Official website | www.collegeboard.org |
SAT EXAM DATES
| Test Date | Registration Date | Deadline for changes, Regular cancellation, and Late registration |
| March 11, 2023 | February 10, 2023 | February 28, 2023 |
| May 6, 2023 | April 7, 2023 | April 25, 2023 |
| June 3, 2023 | May 4, 2023 | May 23, 2023 |
SAT EXAM APPLICATION PROCESS
The College Board requires candidates to undergo SAT registration process to be able to appear for the internationally recognised entrance examination. The SAT registration procedure can be executed in both online and offline (via mail) modes. Although, registering online is the most convenient way to apply for SAT exam but candidates less than 13 years of age need to register by mail.
STEPS TO FILL SAT EXAM ONLINE APPLICATION FORM:
ONLINE PROCESS
Step 1: Visit College Board’s official website: www.collegeboard.org and create your account.
Step 2: After successfully creating your College Board account, give your personal details.
Step 3: Create your student profile.
1- Give your high school details.
2- Give your academic details.
3- Details related to extracurricular activities.
4- College-level details: College type, college size, majors.
Step 4: Select Test Date and Test Center
Step 5: Upload your picture.
Step 6: Pay the SAT test fee using a credit card or PayPal.
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STEPS TO FILL SAT EXAM APPLICATION PROCESS BY MAIL :
REGISTRATION BY MAIL
Apart from online SAT registration, aspirants can also register through mail-in India.
These are the following steps to registration process for SAT Exam by mail in India .
Step 1: You first need ‘The Student Registration Guide for the SAT and SAT Subject Tests’, which is available at schools.
Step 2: The guide includes a registration form and a return envelope.
Step 3: The form needs to be sent along with a demand draft.
Step 4: The local representative of the SAT in India is the USIEF. The mailed forms will be directed to their regional office.
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SAT EXAMINATION CENTRES
Some important test centres for ‘General Test’ are given below:
| Location | SAT Test Centre | Centre Code |
| Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad International School | 63122 |
| Delhi Public School (DPS) | 63113 | |
| Kanpur | Allen house Public School, Khalasi | 63262 |
| Mumbai | Anjuman Islam HS | 63108 |
| Bombay Teachers Training Cell | 63107 | |
| Delhi Public School (DPS) | 63103 | |
| Nahar International School | 63223 | |
| Fravashi International School | 63198 | |
| Podar ORT International School | 63104 | |
| NES International School | 63208 | |
| Bangalore | Bangalore INTL School | 63116 |
| Bishop Cotton Boys School | 63100 | |
| Canadian International School | 63377 | |
| Inventure Academy | 63132 | |
| The International School Bangalore | 63123 | |
| Neev Academy | 63117 | |
| Pune | Mahindra International School | 63232 |
| Mahindra United World College India | 63224 | |
| Cathedral Vidya SCH Lonavala | 63233 | |
| University of Pune | 63235 | |
| Hyderabad | Chirec Public School | 63133 |
| Delhi Public School (DPS) | 63152 | |
| Sreenidhi International School | 63149 | |
| The Gaudium School – Kollur Campus | 63248 | |
| Lucknow | City Montessori InterCollege | 63325 |
| Gurgaon | Lancers International School | 63160 |
| GD Goenka World School | 63159 | |
| Pathways World School | 63157 | |
| New Delhi | Metro Delhi International School | 63213 |
| JVSD Girls Senior Secondary School | 63210 |
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SAT EXAM RESULTS
Candidates can access the SAT score report on their College Board website.
These are the steps to check SAT scores:
Step 1- Visit the College Board’s site
Step 2- Sign in using your ID and password
Step 3- Click on My Organiser and go to SAT scores
Step 4- Click on Access My Scores and enter your username and password
Step 5- Go to My Test Scores
Step 6- Your SAT scores will appear on the screen
EXAM SYLLABUS
Here is the SAT Exam Syllabus in full detail. The SAT tests a student’s readiness for college and focuses on Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, Math, and an optional Essay.
1. Reading (65 minutes, 52 questions)
Purpose: Measures comprehension and reasoning based on passages.
Content:
Passage Types:
Literature (1 passage)
History / Social Studies (2 passages)
Science (2 passages)
Skills Tested:
Reading comprehension
Identifying main ideas and themes
Understanding words in context
Making inferences and drawing conclusions
Analyzing data and evidence in passages
Question Types:
Multiple-choice questions (single or multiple answers)
Evidence-based questions (choose evidence for your answer)
2. Writing and Language (35 minutes, 44 questions)
Purpose: Tests grammar, vocabulary, and editing skills.
Content:
Topics:
Grammar and usage (subject-verb agreement, verb tense, pronouns)
Punctuation (commas, semicolons, colons)
Sentence structure (parallelism, conciseness, clarity)
Style and tone (improving passages)
Vocabulary in context
Question Types:
Error identification
Sentence improvement
Passage editing
3. Math (80 minutes, 58 questions)
Purpose: Measures mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Sections:
No Calculator Section (20 questions, 25 minutes)
Calculator Section (38 questions, 55 minutes)
Content:
Algebra:
Linear equations, inequalities, systems of equations
Quadratic equations, exponents
Functions and their interpretations
Problem Solving and Data Analysis:
Ratios, percentages, proportional reasoning
Statistics, mean, median, mode
Data interpretation from tables, graphs, and charts
Advanced Math / Additional Topics:
Complex numbers, polynomials
Radical and rational expressions
Quadratic and exponential functions
Geometry and Trigonometry (minor):
Lines, angles, triangles, circles, area, volume
Basic trigonometry (sin, cos, tan for right triangles)
4. Optional Essay (50 minutes)
Purpose: Measures reading, analysis, and writing skills.
Content:
Read a passage (argumentative or persuasive)
Analyze the author’s use of evidence, reasoning, and stylistic devices
Write a coherent essay explaining your analysis
Essay is scored separately
5. Test Scoring
Reading + Writing and Language: 200–800
Math: 200–800
Total SAT Score: 400–1600
Essay: Reported separately
Key Notes:
Total time without essay: 3 hours
Total time with essay: 3 hours 50 minutes
SAT focuses more on application of concepts, reasoning, and critical thinking, rather than just memorization.
LETS DISCUSS SYLLABUS & WEIGHTAGE WITH SOME MAJOT TOPICS
| Name of Test | Topics | Weightage |
| Reading Test | Command of Evidence Find evidence in a passage (or a pair of passages) that best supports the answer to a previous question or serves as the basis for a reasonable conclusion Identify how authors use evidence to support their claims Find a relationship between an informational graphic and the passage it’s paired with. | 52 Q |
| Words in Context Use context clues in a passage to figure out which meaning of a word or phrase is being used. Decide how an author’s word choice shapes meaning, style, and tone. | ||
| Analysis in History/Social Studies and in Science includes passages in the fields of history, social studies, and science. You’ll be asked questions that require you to draw on the reading skills needed most to succeed in those subjects. Examine hypotheses Interpret data Consider implications | ||
| The Reading Test is part of the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. | ||
| Writing & Language Test | Command of Evidence Questions that test command of evidence ask you to improve the way passages develop information and ideas. For instance, you might choose an answer that sharpens an argumentative claim or adds a relevant supporting detail. | 44 Q |
| Words in Context Some questions ask you to improve word choice. You’ll need to choose the best words to use based on the text surrounding them. Your goal will be to make a passage more precise or concise, or to improve syntax, style, or tone. | ||
Analysis in History/Social Studies and in Science | ||
| Expression of Ideas Some questions ask about a passage’s organization and its impact. For instance, you will be asked which words or structural changes improve how well it makes its point and how well its sentences and paragraphs work together. | ||
| Standard English Conventions This is about the building blocks of writing: sentence structure, usage, and punctuation. You’ll be asked to change words, clauses, sentences, and punctuation. Some topics covered include verb tense, parallel construction, subject-verb agreement, and comma use | ||
| Maths | Heart of Algebra focuses on the mastery of linear equations and systems. | 58 Q |
| Problem-Solving and Data Analysis about being quantitatively literate. | ||
| Passport to Advanced Maths Feature questions that require the manipulation of complex equations. | ||
| Essay | Passages Written for a broad audience Argue a point Examine ideas, debates, or trends in the arts and sciences, or civic, cultural, or political life Always taken from published works | 1 Q |
EXAM PATTERN
The Test contains 180 Questions spread over six sections. Each section in the Online Test need not be attempted in the serial order. The total time of the Test is 3 hours. The questions cover Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative, and Verbal skills. Check out the table below to understand the ATMA exam pattern in detail:
Exam structure | Details |
Number of sections | 6 (Analytical Reasoning Skills – I, Verbal Skills – I, Quantitative Skills – I, Analytical Reasoning Skills – II, Verbal Skills –II, Quantitative Skills – II) |
Duration | 180 minutes or 3 hours |
Number of questions | 180 |
Total marks | 180 |
Language | English |
Weightage of Each Section | Each section of the ATMA question paper carries 30 marks. |
Number of answer choices | 4 |
Mode of examination | Computer-based test mode |
ATMA marking scheme | +1 mark for each correct answer -0.25 for every wrong answer |
The section wise distribution of Questions and Time is given below :-
Section | Number of Questions | Allotted Time |
Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 1 | 30 | 30 minutes |
Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 2 | 30 | 30 minutes |
Quantitative Skills Part 1 | 30 | 30 minutes |
Quantitative Skills Part 2 | 30 | 30 minutes |
Verbal Skills Part 1 | 30 | 30 minutes |
Verbal Skills Part 2 | 30 | 30 minutes |
Total Section = 6 | Total question = 180 | Total Time = 180 minutes |
Mode of Examination
ATMA Examination shall be held as a Computer Based Test. Questions shall be based on Multiple Choice Objective Type.
Medium of Examination
The Test is held in English Only.
Marking Scheme
According to the marking scheme prescribed by AIMS, for every correct answer, candidates will score one mark while 0.25 marks will be deducted for the wrong response. In the case of four incorrect answers, one mark will be subtracted from the total score. No marks will be awarded or deducted for questions unanswered.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for ATMA Examination are required to fulfill certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification, etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The candidate’s eligibility for ATMA Examination is based on the fulfilment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
Nationality
The applicant must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit & Relaxation
There is no age limit.
Educational Qualification
1. Candidate must have 50% marks in Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
2. Those applicants who will be appearing in the final exam in the current academic year are also eligible to apply.
IMPORTANT DATES
ATMA exam date was announced by Association of Indian Management Schools, AIMS. ATMA exam 2026 will be conducted on February 22, 2026, in computer based test mode. Duration of exam will be three hours and it will be conducted from 2 PM to 5 PM. ATMA 2026 application form was released on December 1, 2025. ATMA registration last date is February 10, 2026. Application fee window will close on February 9, 2026. ATMA application form 2026 is available online at atmaaims.com.
Events | ATMA February session dates | ATMA May session dates | ATMA June session dates | ATMA July session dates |
Last date of fee payment | February 09, 2026 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
ATMA registration’s last date | February 09, 2026 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
Last date for printing the ATMA application form | February 09, 2026 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
Availability of ATMA admit card 2024 | February 15, 2026 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
AIMS ATMA exam date | February 22, 2026 | May, 2026 | June, 2024 | July, 2024 |
ATMA result date 2024 | February 28, 2026 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |