UNSAT 2026 Registration, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Scholarship and Rewards Guide
UNSAT 2026 is Unacademy’s free offline scholarship test for Classes 8–12, offering up to 90% scholarships, prizes and exams across 70+ cities.
Unacademy’s National Scholarship & Aptitude Test (UNSAT) 2026 is a free offline scholarship test for school students and Class 12 pass-outs who are preparing for JEE, NEET or foundation-level programmes. The official UNSAT portal lists centre-based exams every Sunday from 23 August to 25 October 2026, with the result scheduled for 2 November 2026.
For students and parents, the important point is that UNSAT is not only a scholarship test. Unacademy is also advertising devices and recognition for high performers. The official portal promotes a total reward pool of ₹200 crore+, scholarships of up to 90% on eligible Unacademy programmes, MacBooks, iPads and watches, plus recognition for city and school toppers. These are performance-linked rewards, so participation alone does not guarantee the maximum scholarship or a device.
UNSAT 2026 important dates
| Event | Official detail |
|---|---|
| Registration opened | 15 July 2026 |
| Centre exam window | 23 August to 25 October 2026, every Sunday |
| Centre exam timing | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| School exam | As scheduled by partner school, during school hours |
| Result declaration | 2 November 2026 |
Students should use the official UNSAT registration portal for the current schedule and registration. The portal currently shows registration as free and asks for a mobile number to begin the process.
Who can take UNSAT?
The official portal lists students from Classes 8 to 12 and Class 12 passed. It covers students studying under CBSE, ICSE and State Boards. The available preparation tracks include IIT-JEE, NEET-UG and Foundation for Classes 8–10.
This broad eligibility means a Class 8 or 9 student may use UNSAT as an early academic benchmark, while a senior secondary student may be more interested in scholarship support for JEE or NEET preparation. Students should select the appropriate class and goal during registration so that the relevant syllabus and test category are applied.
Where and how is the exam conducted?
UNSAT 2026 is advertised as an offline examination. For centre-based testing, Unacademy lists availability across more than 70 cities nationwide. The centre exam runs from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the scheduled Sundays. The official schedule spans 23 August through 25 October 2026.
There is also a school route. Partner schools can conduct the test according to their scheduled date during school hours. Students taking the school route should follow the instructions issued by their school rather than assuming the public centre timetable applies to them.
Registration fee and process
Registration is ₹0. On the official portal, students start by entering a mobile number. Because exam city, class and test-track choices can affect the registration, students should enter their details accurately and keep the same mobile number accessible for updates.
- Open the official UNSAT portal.
- Enter the student or parent mobile number requested by the portal.
- Complete the student’s class, academic and exam-preference information.
- Select the available exam location/date options shown for the student.
- Save the registration confirmation and check official messages for reporting instructions.
Unacademy may update operational instructions during the exam window. Students should therefore check the official portal again shortly before their chosen test date rather than relying on screenshots or forwarded messages.
Scholarship and rewards
The official UNSAT website advertises up to 90% scholarship and a ₹200 crore+ total reward pool. It also advertises MacBooks, iPads and watches as devices that can be won, along with recognition for city and school toppers.
The words “up to” matter. A 90% scholarship is the advertised maximum, not a fixed benefit for every test-taker. The actual scholarship or reward depends on performance and the applicable Unacademy terms. Before purchasing a course on the basis of a scholarship result, parents should check which programme the scholarship applies to, its validity period and any conditions attached to redemption.
What should students prepare?
The portal groups syllabus information by class and preparation track, including Classes 8, 9 and 10 and separate JEE/NEET tracks for Classes 11 and 12. Students should prepare according to the class and stream selected during registration. A generic JEE syllabus, for example, should not be assumed to apply to a Class 9 foundation student.
Because the test is aptitude and academic-performance oriented, a sensible preparation plan is to revise core concepts, practise timed objective questions and identify weak chapters before the exam. The two-hour centre timing also makes time management important. Students can practise completing mixed-topic questions within a fixed session rather than studying only chapter by chapter.
Before going to the test centre
- Recheck the selected date and reporting instructions on official communications.
- Confirm the exact centre address rather than relying only on the city name.
- Carry any registration confirmation or identification specifically requested by Unacademy.
- Reach early enough to complete entry formalities.
- Do not pay anyone merely to “confirm” a scholarship-test registration when the official portal lists registration as free.
What happens after the exam?
The official portal lists the result declaration for 2 November 2026. Students should use official Unacademy communication or the UNSAT portal for result-related instructions. Scholarship percentages, device awards and topper recognition should be treated as confirmed for an individual student only when reflected in the official result or award communication.
Frequently asked questions
Is UNSAT 2026 free?
Yes. The official UNSAT portal currently lists registration as free.
What is the last UNSAT centre exam date?
The official schedule runs through 25 October 2026, with centre exams every Sunday within the published window.
Can Class 8 students participate?
Yes. The published eligibility begins at Class 8 and extends through Class 12 and Class 12 passed students.
Is the 90% scholarship guaranteed?
No. Unacademy advertises scholarships of up to 90%; the actual benefit is performance- and condition-dependent.
UNSAT can be useful both as a scholarship opportunity and as a structured academic benchmark. Students interested in the remaining 2026 exam dates should register through the official portal, choose the appropriate class and track, and verify their specific test details before attending.
