Indian Institute of Science - [IISc]

Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore is a public deemed university located in Bangalore. It was founded in 1909. The institute is recognised by UGC and holds an NAAC A++ grade.

Nearly 89% of its students are graduate or research scholars. Since 2021, IISc has held the 1st spot in the Research Institutions category in the NIRF Rankings. It also holds the 2nd position overall across India in the same rankings.

Its specialised BTech program ranks 16th out of 500 in MyKollege Ranking 2026. IISc Bangalore offers 100+ full-time degree programs. These include BSc (Research), BTech, MTech (Research), MS, and PhD.

Admission is strictly merit-based through national-level entrance exams. Who can apply Admission to each program is through a specific entrance exam. MTech (Research) requires the GATE exam followed by an Interview or Written Test.

MS admission is through IIT JAM. BSc (Research) admission is through JEE Advanced or the IISER Aptitude Test. BTech admission is through JEE Advanced, with the university accepting JoSAA counselling.

Application dates Registrations for IISc Bangalore Admission 2026 begin on February 11, 2026. This applies to all programs except BTech and BSc (Research). The last date to apply is March 31, 2026.

Courses and fees The total fees for flagship courses at IISc Bangalore in 2026 are as follows. MTech fees are INR 56,600. PhD fees are INR 92,400.

BSc fees are INR 80,000. BTech in Mathematics and Computing fees are INR 8.83 Lakhs. Placements The IISc Bangalore Placement 2025 report has not been released yet.

As per the previous year's data, the highest package offered was INR 86 LPA. The average package stood at INR 28 LPA. As a research-centric institution, a large majority of students, especially PhD scholars, opt for academia, postdocs, or research roles rather than industry jobs.

IISc Bangalore B.Tech / B.Sc. Admission Dates 2026 The table below lists the important dates for admission to research courses at IISc Bangalore. JEE Advanced | Event | Date | |---|---| | JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Dates (Extended) | Apr 23 - May 05, 2026 | | JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date | May 17, 2026 | | JEE Advanced 2026 Result Date (Out) | Jun 01, 2026 | JoSAA Counselling Dates 2026 The following are the key dates for the admission process at IISc Bangalore. | Event | Date | |---|---| | Submission of online application (B.Sc.

Research) | May 01- Jun 04, 2026 | | Reporting at IISc. (B.Sc. Research) | July 24, 2026 | | Interview / Written test (Research interdisciplinary) | May 08–09, 2026 | | Interview / Written test (Research programmes / ERP) | May 11–15, 2026 | | Interview / Written test (MSc / Integrated PhD) | May 18–20, 2026 | | Sponsored candidate interviews (ISRO, NAL, BARC, etc.) | June 02–03, 2026 | | Sponsored candidate interviews (Defence & DRDO) | June 04, 2026 | | Reporting at IISc (Regular PG programmes) | July 20–22, 2026 (Tentative) | | Reporting at IISc (PhD / M.Tech Res / ERP) | July 23–24, 2026 (Tentative) | | Commencement of classes | August 03, 2026 | Events Date Registration & Choice Filling Date Jun 02 - Jun 11, 2026 Document Upload Date (Round 1) Jun 13 - Jun 26, 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Date Jun 13, 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment Date Jun 30, 2026 Document Upload Date (Round 2) Jun 30 - Jul 03, 2026 Round 3 Seat Allotment Date Jul 06, 2026 Document Upload Date (Round 3) Jul 06 - Jul 08, 2026 Round 4 Seat Allotment Date Jul 10, 2026 Document Upload Date (Round 4) Jul 10 - Jul 13, 2026 Round 5 Seat Allotment Date Jul 16, 2026 Document Upload Date (Round 5) Jul 16 - Jul 20, 2026 IISc Bangalore GATE Admission Dates 2026 The table below outlines the key admission dates for the M.Tech / M.Des / M.Management program. COAP Events Date Registration Begins Mar 27, 2026 Seat Allocation Round 1 May 11 - May 13, 2026 Seat Allocation Round 2 May 17 - May 20, 2026 Seat Allocation Round 3 May 24 - May 27, 2026 Seat Allocation Round 4 May 31 - Jun 03, 2026 Seat Allocation Round 5 Jun 05 - Jun 10, 2026 IISc Bangalore M.Sc Admission Dates 2026 The table below outlines the key admission dates for the M.Sc program.

JOAPS Counselling Dates 2026 Events Date JOAPS Registration Date Mar 27 - Apr 15, 2026 1st Merit List Release Date May 25, 2026 2nd Merit List Release Date Jun 08, 2026 3rd Merit List Release Date Jun 16, 2026 4th Merit List Release Date Jun 27, 2026 Course-Wise Exam and Important Dates Program Exam Registration Date Exam Date M.Tech GATE Aug 28 - Oct 07, 2026 Feb 07, 2026 Feb 08, 2026 Feb 14, 2026 Feb 15, 2026 IISc Bangalore Courses and Fees 2026 IISc Bangalore offers UG, PG, and PhD-level research-oriented courses in Engineering and Design. The B.Sc. (Research) program has 7 major specialisations. The total fee for the most popular B.Sc. program is between INR 78,200 and 3.58 Lakhs.

The table below shows the first-year tuition fee and total fee for each course. | Course | First-Year Tuition Fee | Total Fee | | --- | --- | --- | | M.Tech | INR 15,000 | INR 56,600 | | Ph.D | INR 20,000 | INR 92,400 | | B.Sc | INR 10,000 - 80,000 | INR 78,200 - 3.58 Lakhs | | B.Tech (Mathematics and Computing) | INR 2 Lakhs | INR 8.38 Lakhs | | M.Sc | INR 16,000 | INR 1.49 Lakhs - 2.29 Lakhs | | Master of Management | INR 2 Lakhs | INR 5.79 Lakhs | | M.Des (Product Design, Development and Management) | INR 15,000 | INR 56,600 | | M.Sc + Ph.D. | INR 15,000 | INR 1.19 Lakhs | Note: The total fees do not include hostel charges. Students who opt for hostel accommodation must pay separately for hostel and mess charges. Hostel fee details are available on the IISc Bangalore Hostel page.

Most Asked Questions for IISc Bangalore Fee Ques. Is there any online application fee for IISc Bangalore? Ans.

Students must pay an additional admission fee to register on the online admission portal of IISc Bangalore. For UG programs, the admission fee is INR 500 for General/OBC/EWS categories. For PG programs, the admission fee is INR 800 for General/OBC/EWS category students.

Fellowship and Financial Aid at IISc Bangalore Students at IISc Bangalore receive financial assistance from the first day of their course. The fellowship amount is different for UG and PG programs. For UG programs, the fellowship amount is around INR 5K per month.

Students must send their joining report to the concerned authorities to avail the fellowship. Eligible students of IISc Bangalore can apply for various government-based scholarship schemes. There is also a GATE fellowship grant for students.

Students enrolled in M.Tech/M.Des programs get an amount of INR 12K every month under the GATE financial aid scheme. Students can apply for other government-based schemes like the PM-Yojna Scheme. IISc Bangalore Admission 2026 Admission to UG and PG programs at IISc Bangalore is based on scores of National-level entrance exams.

Admission to the PhD program is done through entrance exams like CSIR-UGC/JEST/DBT/ICMR or GPAT, followed by a personal interview at the campus. The table below shows the details of IISc Bangalore Admission. Course | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria M.Tech | B.E or B.Tech Degree with GATE CS Subject | GATE exam + Interview / Written Test / COAP Counselling Ph.D | Master's degree or B.E/B.Tech degree | CSIR-UGC/JEST/DBT/ICMR or GPAT + Interview B.Sc | 10+2 (PCM) with 75% marks | JEE Advanced / IAT + JoSAA Counselling B.Tech (Mathematics and Computing) | 10+2 (PCM) with 75% marks | JEE Advanced + JoSSA Counselling M.Sc | Graduation | GATE / JAM / CAT + JOAPS Counselling Master of Management | Graduation | GATE / CAT / GMAT + Interview M.Des (Product Design, Development and Management) | Graduation | CEED/GATE/CAT score + Interview M.Sc + PhD | Graduation | JAM / JEST + Interview Common Questions Regarding IISc Bangalore Admission It is possible to fill out the online application form at IISc Bangalore without a GATE or JEE Advanced scorecard.

When filling out the application form on the official website, the results of the national entrance tests will be awaited. Students can fill in the details of the National entrance exam they have appeared for, leaving the score or results column blank. There is an option at the online portal to update the national entrance test score.

Students can update their application status when the results of their respective entrance exams are declared. The deadline to submit the entrance exam score is within 3 days of the results being declared. To fill out the admission form on the online admission portal of IISc Bangalore, students must keep all of the listed documents handy. - Passport-size photograph file. - Image of signature file. - Category certificate, if applicable. - 10th and 12th scorecard. - Details of the qualified or those who appeared in the national entrance exams. - Details of undergraduate or postgraduate degree programs.

Students who have completed their B.E. or B.Tech degree can apply for admission to the PhD program at IISc Bangalore. Along with this, students must qualify for the GATE exam or the NET JRF entrance exam. IISc Bangalore has released its cutoff for 2026.

The cutoff details for various courses are given below, based on the entrance exam. **IISc Bangalore GATE Cutoff** The GATE cutoff 2026 for the General Category is listed below. | Courses | Round 1 Cutoff | | --- | --- | | Computer Science & Engineering (CSA) | 800 | | Artificial Intelligence | 780-800 | | Electrical Engineering (EE / VLSI etc.) | 760-790 | | Computational & Data Science (CDS) | 720-780 | | Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 700-750 | | Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE) | 680-730 | | Mechanical Engineering | 650-700 | | Chemical Engineering | 600-680 | | Civil Engineering | 600-650 | | M.Mgt | 604 | **IISc Bangalore JEST Cutoff** The JEST cutoff 2026 for the General Category is listed below. | Courses | Round 1 Rank | | --- | --- | | Astronomy & Astrophysics | 50 | | Physics / Physical Sciences | 50 | **IISc Bangalore CAT Cutoff** The overall cutoff closing percentile for General Category students for CAT is 99. The CAT cutoff 2026 for the General Category is listed below. | Courses | Round 1 (Closing percentile) | | --- | --- | | Master of Management | 99 | | M.Sc Life Sciences | 98.85 | **IISc Bangalore CEED Cutoff** The CEED cutoff 2026 for the General Category is listed below. | Courses | Round 1 (Cutoff marks) | | --- | --- | | M.Des Product Design | 52 | **IISc Bangalore JRF Cutoff** The JRF cutoff 2026 for the General Category is listed below. | Courses | Round 1 Rank | | --- | --- | | Artificial Intelligence (CSA/AI) | 100-200 | | Computational & Data Sciences (CDS) | 150-250 | **IISc Bangalore JAM Cutoff** The JAM cutoff 2026 for the General Category is listed below. IISc Bangalore Cutoff 2025 IISc Bangalore Cutoff 2025 for the General Category is listed below.

The table shows the Round 1 rank required for admission to various courses. Mathematical Sciences (Mathematics) has a Round 1 rank of 100. Mathematical Sciences (Statistics) also has a Round 1 rank of 100.

Physical Sciences (Physics) has a Round 1 rank of 100. Chemical Sciences (Chemistry) has a Round 1 rank of 746. Chemical Sciences (Physics) has a Round 1 rank of 281.

Biological Sciences (Biotechnology) has a Round 1 rank of 120. Biological Sciences (Mathematics) has a Round 1 rank of 120. Biological Sciences (Physics) has a Round 1 rank of 120.

Biological Sciences (Chemistry) has a Round 1 rank of 120. IISc Bangalore GMAT Cutoff IISc Bangalore GMAT Cutoff 2026 for the General Category is listed below. The table shows the Round 1 marks required for admission.

GMAT (10th Edition) has a Round 1 mark of 675. GMAT Focus Edition (FE) also has a Round 1 mark of 675. IISc Bangalore JEE Advanced Cutoff The JEE Advanced Cutoff 2025 for IISc Bangalore has been released.

The JEE Advanced exam is the selection criterion for UG courses such as B.Sc (Research) and B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing at IISc Bangalore. The analysis of the cutoff for IISc UG courses is as follows: The overall cutoff ranges from 856 to 2263. The B.Tech Mathematics and Computing specialisation has the lowest Round 1 closing Rank of 856.

For all 6 B.Sc (Research) courses, the cutoff is high. Given below is the IISc Bangalore JEE Advanced Cutoff for the General Category. B.Tech Mathematics and Computing has a Round 1 closing rank of 856.

B.Sc has a Round 1 closing rank of 2263. B.Sc Biology has a Round 1 closing rank of 2263. B.Sc Chemistry has a Round 1 closing rank of 2263.

B.Sc Earth & Environmental Science has a Round 1 closing rank of 2263. B.Sc Materials has a Round 1 closing rank of 2263. B.Sc Mathematics has a Round 1 closing rank of 2263.

B.Sc Physics has a Round 1 closing rank of 2263. IISc Bangalore IISER Cutoff IISER Cutoff for IISc Bangalore 2025 has been out. For UG courses like B.Sc.

Research admission is also done through the IISER entrance exam. The table below shows the IISER Cutoff for IISc Bangalore for the general category. IISc Bangalore Cutoff 2026 The table below shows the Round 2 cutoff marks for B.Sc courses at IISc Bangalore for the academic year 2026-27. | Courses | Round 2 | |---|---| | B.Sc | 43 | | B.Sc Biology | 43 | | B.Sc Chemistry | 43 | | B.Sc Mathematics | 43 | | B.Sc Physics | 43 | | B.Sc Earth & Environmental Science | 43 | | B.Sc Materials | 43 | The official cutoff brochures are available for M.Sc, Integrated PhD, B.Sc Research, M.Tech/M.Des, and M.Mgt programs.

Common Queries Regarding IISc Bangalore Cutoff Ques. What is the JEE Advanced Cutoff for the SC candidate at IISc Bangalore? Ans.

For candidates belonging to the SC category, the JEE Advanced exam cutoff for the academic year 2025 was around 33. In the year 2024, the JEE Advanced cutoff for the SC candidates seeking admission to IISc Bangalore was 484. Ques.

What was the previous year's IISER Cutoff for IISc Bangalore? Ans. The previous year cutoff for the IISER exam for the general category was 38.

The cutoff has increased over the years. For securing admission to undergraduate programs, students must work hard to achieve a good score in the National-level entrance exams. IISc Bangalore Ranking IISc Bangalore is ranked 1 by NIRF ranking 2025 in the University category.

It has been ranked 16th out of 500 colleges in India by MyKollege in 2025. The table below showcases the IISc Bangalore Ranking by various agencies. | Agency | Category | Rank | |---|---|---| | NIRF | Research | 1 | | NIRF | Overall | 2 | | MyKollege | B.Tech | 16 | | NIRF Innovation Ranking | Overall | 3 | | THE Ranking | Overall | 201 | IISc Bangalore Placements The placement report for the academic year 2025 has not been released. The major highlights of the IISc Bangalore Placement are given below: | Particulars | 2024 | |---|---| | Highest Package | INR 86 LPA | | Average Package | INR 28 LPA | | Top Recruiters | Amazon, Microsoft, Nokia, Samsung, Google, Cisco, Siemens, and Qualcomm | IISc Bangalore Year-Wise Placement IISc Bangalore Placements The highest package offered at IISc Bangalore in 2024 was INR 86 LPA.

The average package for the same year was INR 28 LPA. The table below shows the placement figures for the last three years. | Particulars | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |---|---|---|---| | Highest Package | INR 86 LPA | INR 60 LPA | INR 40 LPA | | Average Package | INR 28 LPA | INR 23 LPA | INR 21.69 LPA | | Top Recruiters | Amazon, Bajaj Finserv, Cisco, Pwc, Mahindra, Siemens, etc. | Amazon, Bajaj Finserv, Cisco, Pwc, Mahindra, Siemens, etc. | Amazon, Bajaj Finserv, Cisco, Pwc, Mahindra, Siemens, etc. | A YouTube video provides a detailed analysis of the placement records of IISc Bangalore. Common Questions on IISc Bangalore Placements Ques.

What is the OOCaP portal at IISc Bangalore? Ans. OOCaP stands for the Office of Career Counselling and Placement.

It is a portal for students to apply for placements. Students use it to register for internships and campus placements. The portal guides students and provides resources to make the placement procedure easier.

Students interested in full-time recruitment or part-time internships must register on the portal. They need to fill in their details in the Recruiter pre-registration online form. The form is shared with the registered e-mail address of students.

Note: There is no provision for direct registration on the OOCaP portal. Students need to regularly check their registered email address for updates. Ques.

When can students avail the internship opportunities at IISc Bangalore? Ans. Internship opportunities are listed on the OOCaP platform.

They are announced for all students starting tentatively from January or February. The timeline of internships differs for various courses. For UG courses like B.Tech and B.Sc (Research), internships usually begin from August.

For both UG and PG courses, students are eligible for internships only during the summer internship period (May-July). Students carry out internships once they get a consent letter from their respective mentors or departments. IISc Bangalore vs IIT Bombay The comparison between IISc Bangalore and IIT Bombay is given below. | Criteria | IISc | IIT Bombay | |---|---|---| | Ranking NIRF (Overall) | 2 | 11 | | Popular Course | M.Tech | M.Tech | | Admission Criteria | GATE + counselling | GATE + Counselling | | GATE CSE Cutoff 2025 (Closing marks) | 400 - 914 | 325 - 750 | | M.Tech Total Fees | INR 56,600 | INR 1.24 Lakhs | | Highest Package | INR 86 LPA | INR 1 Cr | | Average Package | INR 28 LPA | INR 23.5 LPA | IISc Bangalore Campus Life IISc Bangalore campus is spread across an area of 440 acres.

The campus is lush green with lots of greenery. The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) campus is located in the middle of Bengaluru and is easily accessible from the nearest railway station. The campus buildings combine modern and classical architecture.

The main building is a classical architecture structure. Computer labs and research labs on the campus are equipped with advanced technologies. The JR Tata Memorial Library on the campus has a large collection of books and research journals for students.

A dedicated placement cell office, called OOCaP, is located inside the campus. Students can visit this office for placement-related queries. Sports facilities are available for students.

There are separate grounds for cricket, football, and basketball, along with badminton courts. The Sarvam complex provides canteen facilities. A hostel office is also present on the campus for hostel-related queries.

IISc Bangalore FAQs Ques. How is the experience of studying at IISc Bangalore? Ans.

IISc Bangalore is the best research institute in India. The library is well-equipped with journals and research papers. The faculty-to-student ratio is around 1:6.

Students learn from professors who have contributed significantly to their fields. The advanced research labs remain open 24 hours for students to carry out their research. Students follow a busy schedule with classes and labs.

Faculty members are supportive and encourage students to pursue entrepreneurship. Ques. How is the campus life of students at IISc Bangalore?

Ans. The campus is green and lively. Students take part in many activities during their college years.

The first year is hectic for undergraduate and postgraduate students because of coursework. Students attend lectures from faculty members and eminent professors. Intellectual discussions are common on the campus.

The Sarvam Complex is a popular hangout spot. Hostel rooms and mess facilities are better than those at other institutions in India. Ques.

How can I reach the IISc Bangalore campus? Ans. The nearest railway station is Yeshwantpura Railway Station, about 2 km from the main campus.

The main city railway station is nearly 8 km away. The airport is about 35 km from the campus. Private taxi services are available.

BMTC buses run in various areas of Bengaluru City every 15 minutes. Students can also take an auto rickshaw from the nearest railway station. Ques.

Can international students apply for IISc Bangalore PhD or M.Tech programs, and are there any differences in the selection process? Ans. Yes, international students can apply for most programs at IISc.

Academic requirements are mostly the same as for Indian students. They may need to provide equivalent test scores, like the GRE. Admission is decided based on research ability and past academic performance.

Ques. How good is the return on investment for M.Tech or PhD at IISc compared to other top engineering colleges in India? Ans.

IISc gives one of the best returns on investment because fees are low and many students get stipends or research funding. Graduates get good job opportunities in companies and universities, do research and publish papers, and sometimes work with international partners. This makes studying at IISc very cost-effective compared to other colleges.

Ques. Does IISc give students chances for international exposure or collaboration? Ans.

The source does not provide an answer to this question. Yes. IISc has partnerships with universities around the world.

Students can join joint research projects, exchange programs, and international conferences. PhD and M.Tech students can work with global labs through these collaborations. This helps them gain practical experience and improves their job prospects.