{"id":293258,"date":"2026-01-12T18:12:33","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:42:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/?p=293258"},"modified":"2026-04-16T15:29:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T09:59:23","slug":"iacst-exam-pattern-explained-questions-marks-difficulty-level","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/iacst-exam-pattern-explained-questions-marks-difficulty-level\/","title":{"rendered":"iACST Exam Pattern Explained: Questions, Marks &#038; Difficulty Level"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before preparing, students should clearly understand the <\/span><b>iACST exam pattern<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Knowing the number of questions, marks, and difficulty level helps students perform better. This blog explains everything about the <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/iacst.aakash.ac.in\/iacstexam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aakash iACST<\/a> exam pattern<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a simple way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the Aakash iACST?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Aakash iACST stands for Instant Admission cum Scholarship Test. It is conducted by Aakash Institute. The test is designed to offer:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant scholarship<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant admission<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam is conducted online. Students can take the test from home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who Can Appear for Aakash iACST?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-aakash-iacst\/\">iACST<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is conducted for a wide range of students. Eligible students include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Class 8 studying students<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Class 9 studying students<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Class 10 studying students<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Class 11 studying students<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/preparing-for-jee-board-exams-heres-a-perfect-study-plan\/\">Class 12 studying students<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Class 12 passed students<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The test supports students aiming for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/neet-preparation-tips-tricks-how-to-prepare-for-the-exam\/\">NEET<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JEE<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Board exams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/5-smart-ways-to-prepare-for-competitive-exams\/\">Competitive exams<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #0056a4; color: #ffffff; padding: 12px 20px; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\" href=\"https:\/\/iacst.aakash.ac.in\/iacstexam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register for iACST Scholarship Test Now<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mode and Timing of iACST Exam<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the test format helps reduce exam stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Exam Details<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mode: Online<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test duration: 60 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam availability: Daily, throughout the year<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time window: 9 AM to 10 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location: From home<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students can choose their preferred date and time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iACST Exam Pattern Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The iACST exam is designed to test the basics. It focuses on conceptual understanding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iACST Exam Pattern at a Glance<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feature<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Details<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mode<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type of Questions<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Objective (MCQs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Negative Marking<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Result<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarship<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 90%\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pattern is student-friendly. There is no pressure of negative marking.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iACST Subjects Covered<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The subjects depend on the class of the student. The syllabus is based on <\/span><b>NCERT curriculum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Subjects Included:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemistry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mathematics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biology (for medical aspirants)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The level of questions matches the student\u2019s current class.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iACST Question Type and Marking Scheme<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam contains multiple-choice questions. Each question has four options. Only one option is correct.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marking Scheme follows this pattern:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Correct answer: Full marks awarded<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrong answer: No negative marking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unattempted question: No penalty<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This allows students to attempt all questions without fear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-300354 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-300x95.png\" alt=\"iACST \/ ACST Pattern 2026\" width=\"887\" height=\"281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-300x95.png 300w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-1024x325.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-768x244.png 768w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-150x48.png 150w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-750x238.png 750w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-1140x362.png 1140w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238-1200x381.png 1200w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134238.png 1315w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 887px) 100vw, 887px\" \/><\/p>\n<div style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>iACST \/ ACST Pattern 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><!-- Basic Info --><\/p>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><b>Exam:<\/b> iACST \/ ACST<br \/>\n<b>Duration:<\/b> 1 Hour<\/div>\n<p><!-- Question Distribution --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Number of Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<p><strong>VII\/VIII\/IX studying students moving to VIII\/ IX\/ X<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Physics: 10<\/li>\n<li>Chemistry: 10<\/li>\n<li>Biology: 10<\/li>\n<li>Maths: 15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>X studying students moving to FS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Physics: 15<\/li>\n<li>Chemistry: 15<\/li>\n<li>Maths: 15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>X studying students moving to TYM<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Physics: 15<\/li>\n<li>Chemistry: 15<\/li>\n<li>Biology: 20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><b>iACST Syllabus 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<p><strong>For classes VIII studying moving to IX &#8211;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete Syllabus of class VIII is combined with Old and New NCERT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For all classes VII, IX, X studying moving to VIII, X, XI (FS\/ TYM) &#8211;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete Syllabus (as per 2025-26 NCERT)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-300355 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134415-300x157.png\" alt=\"iACST Difficulty level\" width=\"614\" height=\"321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134415-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134415-150x78.png 150w, https:\/\/blogcdn.aakash.ac.in\/wordpress_media\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-04-16-134415.png 709w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><b>iACST Difficulty Level<\/b><!-- Difficulty Levels --><\/h2>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<p><strong>Existing Difficulty Level<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>(till 24th Jan, 2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>PCB (VII\/VIII\/IX)\u00a0 = 7E + 3M = 10<\/li>\n<li>M (VII\/VIII\/IX\/FS) = 9E + 6M = 15<\/li>\n<li>PC (FS &amp; TYM)\u00a0 \u00a0= 10E + 5M = 15<\/li>\n<li>B (TYM)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 = 14E + 6M = 20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<p><strong>New Difficulty Level<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>(for existing 16 papers)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>PCB (VII\/VIII\/IX)\u00a0 \u00a0= 6E + 3M + 1D = 10<\/li>\n<li>M (VII\/VIII\/IX\/FS)\u00a0 = 9E + 5M + 1D = 15<\/li>\n<li>PC (FS &amp; TYM)\u00a0 \u00a0 = 8E + 6M + 1D = 15<\/li>\n<li>B (TYM)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 = 12E + 7M + 1D = 20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\">\n<p><strong>New Difficulty Level<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>(For new papers)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>PCB (VII\/VIII\/IX)\u00a0 \u00a0 = 5E + 4M + 1D = 10<\/li>\n<li>M (VII\/VIII\/IX\/FS)\u00a0 \u00a0= 8E + 6M + 1D = 15<\/li>\n<li>PC (FS &amp; TYM)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0= 8E + 6M + 1D = 15<\/li>\n<li>B (TYM)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 = 10E + 8M + 2D = 20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty Level of Aakash iACST<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The difficulty level of iACST is moderate. It is not very tough but not very easy either.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions test basic concepts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCERT knowledge is enough<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No tricky or confusing questions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for average and above-average students<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students with clear fundamentals perform well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Importance of NCERT for iACST<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iACST is fully based on NCERT syllabus. Reading NCERT textbooks carefully is very important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is why NCERT Matters:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All concepts come from NCERT<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions are directly related to textbook topics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps in board exams also<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Builds strong fundamentals<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash also provides NCERT-based study support.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Scholarship is Decided in iACST<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarship depends on performance. Higher score means higher scholarship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarship Benefits<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarship up to 90% or more<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fee reduction in Aakash courses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early admission advantage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarship details are shown immediately after the test.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Many Attempts Are Allowed?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students can attempt iACST <\/span><b>only two times<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This rule applies for admission to a particular course. So preparation before the test is important.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Aakash Institute Helps Students Crack iACST<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash Institute has years of experience in entrance exam coaching. The iACST test is designed by expert faculty.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support Offered by Aakash:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concept-based learning approach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced faculty team<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCERT-aligned teaching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarship support for deserving students<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structured programs for NEET and JEE<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many students join Aakash through iACST every year. The test acts as a gateway to quality coaching.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Understanding iACST Exam Pattern is Important<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many students appear without knowing the pattern. This leads to confusion. Knowing the exam pattern helps students:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manage time better<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attempt all questions confidently<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce exam fear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve final score<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A clear understanding gives an advantage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/iacst.aakash.ac.in\/iacstexam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aakash iACST<\/a> <\/strong>is a simple and student-friendly test. It offers both admission and scholarship. The exam pattern is easy to understand. The difficulty level is manageable. With basic NCERT preparation, students can score well. Understanding the <\/span><b>iACST exam pattern<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps students perform with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. What is the duration of the Aakash iACST exam?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The iACST exam duration is <\/span><b>60 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Students need to complete all questions within this time. Time management plays an important role during the test.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Is there any negative marking in iACST?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, there is <\/span><b>no negative marking<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the iACST exam. Students can attempt all questions without fear. This makes the exam less stressful for students.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. What type of questions are asked in iACST?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The exam consists of multiple-choice questions. Each question has four options. Only one option is correct for each question.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. What is the difficulty level of the iACST exam?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The difficulty level is moderate. Questions are based on NCERT concepts. Students with clear basics can perform well.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Is iACST conducted online or offline?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iACST is conducted <\/span><b>online<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Students can appear for the test from home. They can choose their preferred date and time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. How many times can a student attempt iACST?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A student can attempt iACST <\/span><strong>two times only. This is applicable for admission to a particular course. Students should prepare properly before appearing.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. When are iACST results declared?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The iACST result is <\/span>declared instantly. Students can see their score and scholarship immediately after the test. This makes the admission process faster and easier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Before preparing, students should clearly understand the iACST exam pattern. Knowing the number of questions, marks, and difficulty level helps students perform better. This blog explains everything about the Aakash iACST exam pattern in a simple way. What is the Aakash iACST? The Aakash iACST stands for Instant Admission cum Scholarship Test. 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