IIAT SAT Syllabus
Complete syllabus for the IIAT Scholarship Assessment Test. Know what to study, how much each topic weighs, and where to focus your preparation.
- Quadratic equations and expressions
- Polynomials — factor theorem, remainder theorem
- Sequences and series (AP, GP, HP)
- Logarithms and exponential functions
- Matrices and determinants (2×2, 3×3)
- Complex numbers — basics and modulus
- Limits and continuity
- Differentiation — chain rule, product rule, quotient rule
- Applications of derivatives (maxima, minima, tangent)
- Basic integration — substitution and by parts
- Definite integrals and area under curves
- Straight lines — slope, intercepts, angle between lines
- Circles — equation, tangent, and normal
- Conic sections — parabola, ellipse, hyperbola (basics)
- Permutations and combinations
- Probability — independent events, Bayes' theorem basics
- Mean, median, mode, standard deviation
- Trigonometric identities and equations
- Inverse trigonometric functions
- Heights and distances
Focus heavily on Algebra and Calculus — they make up ~60% of the math section. Practice NCERT 11th & 12th chapters first, then move to competitive-level problems from Cengage or RD Sharma.
- Kinematics — motion in 1D and 2D, projectile motion
- Newton's laws of motion and friction
- Work, energy, and power
- Rotational motion — moment of inertia, torque
- Gravitation — Kepler's laws, orbital velocity
- Electrostatics — Coulomb's law, electric field and potential
- Capacitors — series, parallel, energy stored
- Current electricity — Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws, Wheatstone bridge
- Magnetic effects of current — Biot-Savart, Ampere's law
- Electromagnetic induction — Faraday's and Lenz's law
- Ray optics — mirrors, lenses, prism
- Wave optics — Young's double slit, diffraction
- Photoelectric effect and dual nature of matter
- Atomic structure — Bohr model, hydrogen spectrum
- Nuclear physics — radioactivity, mass-energy equivalence
- Laws of thermodynamics, heat engines, entropy
- Wave motion — superposition, standing waves, Doppler effect
- Fluid mechanics — Bernoulli's principle, viscosity
Mechanics and Electromagnetism are must-master sections. Start with HC Verma (Concepts of Physics) and practice numerical problems. For Modern Physics, focus on photoelectric effect and Bohr model — they appear frequently.
- Number series and pattern recognition
- Letter and alphanumeric series
- Coding-decoding (letter shift, symbol-based)
- Analogies and classification
- Blood relations
- Syllogisms — Venn diagram approach
- Logical statements and conclusions
- Cause and effect reasoning
- Assumptions and inferences
- Puzzles — seating arrangement, linear ordering
- Reading bar graphs, pie charts, line graphs
- Table-based data analysis
- Data sufficiency
- Figure series and pattern completion
- Mirror and water images
- Clock and calendar problems
- Direction sense
Practice is king here. Solve 10-15 reasoning puzzles daily from RS Aggarwal (Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning). Focus on speed — the logic section rewards quick pattern recognition, not deep calculation.
- Atomic structure and electronic configuration
- Chemical bonding — ionic, covalent, metallic
- States of matter — gas laws, kinetic theory
- Chemical equilibrium and Le Chatelier's principle
- Acids, bases, and pH scale
- Periodic table — trends, groups, and blocks
- Chemical reactions — types, balancing equations
- Metals and non-metals — properties and reactivity series
- Coordination compounds — basic concepts
- Hydrocarbons — alkanes, alkenes, alkynes
- Functional groups and IUPAC nomenclature
- Isomerism — structural and stereoisomerism
- Basic organic reactions — addition, substitution, elimination
- Electrochemistry — electrolysis, galvanic cells
- Thermochemistry — enthalpy, exo/endothermic reactions
- Everyday chemistry — soaps, detergents, polymers
Chemistry rewards understanding over memorization. Focus on NCERT Chemistry (Class 11 & 12) for solid fundamentals. Practice balancing equations and numerical problems from Physical Chemistry. For Organic, draw structures by hand — visual learning helps with nomenclature and reaction mechanisms.
Exam Pattern Summary
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Per Q | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 15 | 60 | +4 | -1 |
| Physics | 13 | 52 | +4 | -1 |
| Chemistry | 12 | 48 | +4 | -1 |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 | 40 | +4 | -1 |
| Total | 50 | 200 | +4 | -1 |
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