Addis Ababa University (AAU) GAT exam registration is an important step for applicants seeking admission to many postgraduate programs at the university. The Graduate Admission Test (GAT) is used as part of the screening process for graduate level admission, including Master’s and PhD programs.
AAU introduced its Graduate Admission Test as a screening aptitude examination for postgraduate applicants. The GAT was later expanded nationally as the National Graduate Admission Test (N-GAT), which is used as a graduate admission screening requirement in Ethiopia.
Addis Ababa University GAT Registration 2026
Applicants should check the official Addis Ababa University announcements before registering because the GAT registration period, examination dates, testing locations and fees can change for each admission cycle.
For the previous AAU graduate admission cycle, the university instructed applicants to register for the GAT through the AAU online portal. The registration process included completing the test-taker form, uploading a passport-size photograph and submitting the application.
The official AAU graduate admission pages also indicate that passing the GAT is an admission requirement for many graduate programs.
How to Register for Addis Ababa University GAT Exam
Applicants can generally follow these steps when GAT registration is open:
Step 1: Visit the AAU Portal
Go to the official Addis Ababa University online portal: GAT Exam Regsistration Link
Once you click on the link, you will see the below screen.
Complete the Registration Form
Enter the required personal information in the Test Taker Registration Form. Applicants should carefully check their name, contact information and other details before submitting the form.
Upload a Photograph
Upload a recent passport size photograph according to the requirements shown on the registration page.
Submit the Application
Review all information and click Submit. After successful submission, the system generates a registration number. Applicants should save this number for future reference.
Pay the GAT Examination Fee
Important: Applicants should verify the current examination fee before making payment because fees may change for the 2026 admission cycle.
Download the Admission Ticket
After completing registration and payment, applicants should download and print their GAT Admission Ticket. The admission ticket is required when appearing for the examination.
Addis Ababa University GAT Exam Date
The GAT examination date is announced by Addis Ababa University for each registration cycle.
In the previous 2025/26 first-semester graduate admission cycle, AAU announced GAT registration from July 7 to August 17, 2025, with the examination scheduled for August 18-25, 2025.
For the 2026 GAT examination, applicants should rely on the latest announcement from AAU rather than previous-year dates.
What Is the Addis Ababa University GAT?
The Graduate Admission Test is an aptitude examination used to assess applicants seeking admission to postgraduate studies. The official AAU GAT information indicates that the examination is administered electronically in designated computer laboratories.
The test is designed to assess areas including.
- Verbal and communication skills
- Quantitative or arithmetic reasoning
- Logical and analytical reasoning
The AAU GAT brochure states that the examination has a total duration of three hours, with each section allocated 60 minutes.
AAU GAT Registration Portal
When registration is officially open, applicants should use the official Addis Ababa University systems rather than unofficial websites.
GAT registration:
AAU Online Portal
Graduate admission information:
AAU Graduate Programs
Graduate application portal:
AAU Graduate Application Portal
Applicants should also monitor AAU announcements for registration deadlines, examination schedules and other instructions.
Important Instructions for GAT Applicants
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
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Register only through official Addis Ababa University channels.
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Enter personal information accurately during registration.
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Keep your GAT registration number safe.
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Upload the required photograph in the specified format.
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Complete payment before the registration deadline.
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Download and print the GAT admission ticket after completing registration.
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Check the official AAU announcements for your examination date, time and venue.
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Take the required identification and admission documents to the examination.
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Check the admission requirements of your selected Master’s or PhD program separately.
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Do not rely on previous-year registration dates or fees when planning for the current admission cycle.
GAT Results and Graduate Admission
Passing the GAT does not necessarily guarantee admission to a particular postgraduate program. Applicants may still need to satisfy the academic requirements of their selected program and complete additional departmental examinations, interviews or other selection procedures.
AAU’s graduate program information shows that requirements can differ between programs, so candidates should carefully review the requirements for their chosen course before applying.
Important Links
GAT registration:
AAU Online Portal
Graduate admission information:
AAU Graduate Programs
Graduate application portal:
AAU Graduate Application Portal
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