Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology - [IIST]

IIST offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs, which lead to two primary degrees: B.Tech and M.Tech. The institute offers B.Tech programs in three specialisations and M.Tech programs in fifteen specialisations. Admission to the B.Tech program is through the JEE Advanced, followed by IIST Counselling.

• IIST offers MTech and BTech as its popular programs.
• Admission to the UG course is done on the basis of 10+2 from a recognised Board with an aggregate of 75%. The selection of the candidates is done based on the JEE Advanced score
• Admission to PG courses like MTech is done on the basis of a Bachelor's degree from a recognised University with an aggregate of 60%. The selection of the candidates is done on the basis of the GATE examination score.
• Admission into a PhD course requires a candidate with a post-graduation degree from a recognised University. Selection of the candidates is done on the basis of UGC NET scores.
• IIST has introduced a new Fellowship program called “Abdul Kalam Postdoctoral Fellowship” for highly motivated young doctoral students with a proven record of excellence in research, who propose to pursue disruptive and cutting-edge research in fundamental science and engineering that has societal implications in research areas related to those being pursued in IIST.

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1. IIST Important Dates 2026
2. IIST UG Admission 2026
3. IIST PG and PhD Admission 2026
4. IIST Admission Process 2026
5. IIST Cutoff 2025
6. IIST Scholarships 2026
7. IIST Admissions FAQs

IIST Important Dates 2026

Given below are the important exam and counselling dates for admission at IIST:

JEE Advanced Dates 2026

IIST UG Dates 2026

GATE Dates 2026

IIST PG Dates 2026

IIST PhD Dates 2026

IIST UG Admission 2026

IIST offers various single and integrated courses as the UG program in multiple specialisations. The Popular course that they offer is B.Tech in 3 specialisations.

Here are the details of all the IIST courses along with their fees, eligibility, and selection criteria in a tabulated form:

IIST PG and PhD Admission 2026

IIST offers M.Tech as the most popular program with Machine Learning and Computing as the popular specialization. Given below are the admission details of the IIST PG and PhD programs:

IIST Admission Process 2026

The IIST Admission Process for UG and PG courses works in the same way. IIST offers Integrated UG- PG courses and UG Courses, such as BTech, BTech+MTech, and BTech+MS in various specialisations. To get admission into the UG course, candidates need to pass their 10+2 from a recognised board. Selection of the candidates is done on the basis of the JEE Advanced score. IIST offers PG Courses, such as MTech and MSc in various specialisations. For getting admission into PG Course, candidates need a Bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 60% from a recognised University. The selection of the candidates is done on the basis of the GATE exam score. A detailed Admission Process is mentioned below:

• Appear for JEE Advanced: Candidates need to appear and qualify for the JEE Advanced Exam with good scores to get admission.
• Registration: After qualifying for the JEE Advanced exam, candidates need to check the eligibility criteria and register on the IIST Online Admission Portal. Candidates need to mention the Branch of their choice.
• Submit the Application: After completing the Registration Process, candidates need to submit the Application before the deadline ends and pay the Application Fees.
• Counselling Process: After IIST releases its Rank List, seats are allotted through the Portal. Candidates can pay the first-semester fees and block their seats.
• Verification of Documents: After the payment of Fees, Verification of documents can be done online, and candidates can join the Campus soon.

Documents Required 2025

IIST requires certain documents at the time of Admission for Verification Purposes as mentioned below.

• SLSS/ SSc Certificate
• 10+2 Certificate
• BE/B.Tech/ MS or Equivalent degree Marksheet
• GATE Scorecard
• OBC/ ST/ SC Certificate
• Migration Certificate
• Medical Fitness Certificate from a Class ‘A’ Practitioner
• Vaccination Certificate from Class ‘A’ Practitioner
• No Objection Certificate from the concerned Authorities

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IIST Campus Tour Video 2026

Key takeaways from this video:

• The institute provides a full-fledged infrastructure of international standards to develop an excellent academic and research atmosphere.
• The academic activities are spread across four blocks: Aerospace, Sciences, Avionics, and Interdisciplinary. Host all seven departments.
• An imposing Library building is centrally located.
• IIST also has an Astronomical Observatory situated on the rooftop of the Sciences block
• The Academic blocks are equipped with spacious lecture halls and well-designed research and curriculum laboratories.
• The campus has 11 hostels and two mess halls for the students.

IIST Cutoff 2025

IIST offers admission to MTech through GATE. For Admission in M.Sc. courses, IIST accepts the GATE score. There are different IIST Cutoffs for different courses as mentioned below.

IIST, ME/MTech, GATE Cutoff 2025

IIST, ME/MTech, GATE Cutoff 2025 for the General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff marks for ME/MTech, GATE are 388 - 597

IIST, M.Sc, GATE Cutoff 2025

IIST, M.Sc., GATE Cutoff 2025 for the General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff marks for M.Sc., GATE are 493

IIST Scholarships 2026

IIST offers Scholarships to its meritorious and weaker sections of society. IIST Scholarships are offered for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students as listed below.

IIST Admissions FAQs

Ques. What Provisions are provided by the Hall of Residence?

Ans. The hostels, or Halls of Residence, at IIST provide a nurturing environment that truly serves as a home away from home for its residents. These spaces are where new ideas are born, cherished memories are made, and lifelong friendships take root. As a fully residential campus, IIST hosts 11 well-designed hostels named after mythological star constellations (Nakshatras), offering students comfortable and convenient accommodation. Of the 11 hostels, three are designated for girls and eight for boys. Accommodation is provided in single, double, and triple occupancy, depending on the program. Hostel allotments are made at the beginning of each academic semester and are rotated annually to promote inclusivity and diversity. In addition, the Dhanishta hostel includes 27 guest rooms equipped with attached washrooms and air conditioning, which cater to limited, urgent accommodation requirements for guests.

Ques. What is the purpose of having an Advanced Microwave Lab?

Ans. Advanced Microwave Laboratory is a research lab mainly for MTech and PhD students in a wide area of reconfigurable & multifunctional antennas, satellite/ground station antennas, metamaterial/ metasurface-inspired antennas, antennas for smart phone/cellular communications, radar antennas, wireless power transfer, and energy harvesting, etc. The lab provides testing facilities for the fabricated antennas using Vector Network Analyser (VNA), Spectrum analysers, as well as an anechoic chamber for measurement purposes. An anechoic chamber is a shielded space designed and constructed to resist electromagnetic waves and suppress the emission of electromagnetic waves to the outside world. An anechoic chamber is shielded entirely with metal and has radio wave absorbers covering the surrounding walls, ceiling, and floor.

Ques. How do Internship Programs help the students of IIST?

Ans. The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) offers a diverse range of internship opportunities. These internships cater to both IIST students and external applicants. For those outside IIST, options include summer internships, year-round internships and projects, internships under national schemes, and the PhD. Visiting Students Scheme, providing hands-on experience in cutting-edge science, space science and technology research, and humanities and social sciences. Meanwhile, IIST students can opt for credited internships that integrate academic learning with research and RD activities of ISRO centres/industries/institutes of national repute or pursue non-credited internships that offer flexibility and exploration. These opportunities empower students to build expertise, network, and contribute to innovative projects, fostering growth and excellence in space science and technology. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the specific eligibility criteria, application procedures, and requirements for each program listed below. Selected students make significant contributions to active research projects while having access to specialised labs, the library, and campus facilities.