THE UNITED NATIONS' RESEARCH INITIATIVE- TDR GLOBAL HAS AWARDED RECOGNITION TO KONNIFEL'S RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME AND MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME

THE UNITED NATIONS' RESEARCH INITIATIVE- TDR GLOBAL HAS AWARDED RECOGNITION TO KONNIFEL'S RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME AND MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME

Understanding RRAT
RRAT Exam Details
RRAT- Research Readiness and Aptitude Test is a standardized Test assessing a candidate’s subject knowledge, fundamental research skills, subject-specific research skills, interest towards research and readiness for research, administered by Konnifel.
Parts of RRAT
  • Part 1- Computer Test (assessing subject knowledge, fundamental research skills, subject-specific research skills)
  • Part 2- Online Interview (assessing interest in research, sincerity, work ethic and soft skills proficiency)
RRAT duration 1.5- 2 hours (candidates can take a gap between the test and the interview)
RRAT Total Score 100

RRAT Basics

RRAT is used as a metric for college students and aspiring researchers while applying for research internships, research assistantships, fellowships and other research positions through Konnifel. RRAT is mandatory for applying for research internships under Professors and Researchers through Konnifel. The purpose of RRAT is to test a candidate’s readiness and aptitude for research and to give research institutes, senior professors, mentors and organizations a common data point to assess all applicants.

When can I take the RRAT?

The RRAT is an online test, administered all around the year and students can appear for the RRAT on any of the allotted days of the week by Konnifel. The days are Thursday, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

RRAT can be attempted multiple times and the first two attempts can be consecutive submissions without any obligatory waiting period or additional fee, to give every candidate a chance to score their best. Third attempt onwards, each attempt can only be after a 30 day gap and will have an exam fee of INR ₹1250.

What is the validity of the RRAT Score?

Your RRAT Score is valid for 1.5 years.

What is on the RRAT?

The RRAT consists of-

    1. A multiple-choice questions Test, testing your subject knowledge, fundamental research skills and specific skills proficiency.
    2. An online interview, understanding your sincerity, attitude, work ethic, soft skills and interest in research.

How long is the RRAT?

The time duration of the RRAT varies according to the education level of the student and the number of skills selected by them. On average, the RRAT is 1.5 to 2 hours long, including the Test and the Interview.

How is the RRAT scored?

The objective behind RRAT is to give every student a level playing field-skilled candidates as well as those that may be at an earlier stage of skill development but have a high interest and passion for research. Therefore, the Computer Test and the Online Interview carry equal weightage and are scored out of 50 each. Your total RRAT score is the sum of both the scores. The highest possible RRAT score is 100.

How do I register for RRAT?

Register online on the Konnifel Website