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Indian Institute of Science - [IISc]

Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] is a government institution located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, established in 1909. It offers 10+ courses across undergraduate and postgra…

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I lack knowledge of this particular course. But on nptel itself, there is a course called ‘Pattern Recognition and Neural Networks’ by Prof. P. S. Sastry. It is one of the best courses by an IISc Bangalore faculty. 

In this course, sir gives unbelievable insights for complicated equations. His students at IISc refer to him as ‘GOD’ for a reason. This course is more mathematically rigorous than the Machine Learning course by Andrew NG on coursera. But the latter is probably better from a practical implementation point of view. 

You can check these two courses as well, and then decide which of the three courses is best suited for your learning.

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Do not choose IISc Bangalore for Cyber Security courses if you wish to work in the industry and not go for research. IISc does not offer a specialized course that is customized for security professionals.

Instead of looking for Cyber Security courses at IISc Bangalore, you should go for the Amritapuri Campus of Amrita University. It is one of the best places in India for you to learn Cyber Security. My brother did his Master’s degree in Cybersecurity Systems and Networks from there. 

You will learn practical implementation over there. All the courses are taught completely in English so you won’t suffer due to the language barrier. 

Apart from the regular topics like Network Security, Wireless Security, Cryptography, and Digital Forensics, you will also learn topics outside of the curriculum, like Web Exploitation, Binary Exploitation, etc.

The placement scenario is decent and both private companies and government sectors offer decent packages to the students. Government officials recruit students and take them for live projects. You should choose Amrita University, Amritapuri Campus, and pursue a Masters’ in CyberSecurity from there to get a good start in this field. IISc Bangalore is not the right choice for a career in Cyber Security. 

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IISc offers UG, PG, and doctorate (Ph.D.) programs to its aspirants. Programs available at IISc Bangalore are in streams such as – Science, Design, Engineering, and Management.

Courses offered in MSc by IISc Bangalore have been listed below:

Departments 

Eligibility 

Life Sciences

50% written test + 50% interview. Candidates will be short-listed for test/interview based on their JAM scores in BT, CY, MA, PH score / GATE in BT, BM, EC, EY, MA, PH, and XL score.

Chemical Sciences

100% JAM (CY) scores

Courses offered in MTech by IISc and their selection criteria have been mentioned below 

Departments 

Selection procedure

Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Instrumentation Systems, Materials Engineering

Based on 100% GATE score Tie Breaking: In the case of candidates with equal GATE scores, their performance in the qualifying examination will be used to resolve the tie.

Bioengineering, Climate Science, Earth Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronic Product Design, Electronic Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Microelectronics and VLSI Design, Nano Science and Engineering, Quantum Technology, Robotics and Autonomous Systems, Signal Processing

Based on 70% GATE score + 30% performance in interview

Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and Engineering

Based on 70% GATE score + 30% performance in written test

Computational & Data Sciences, Smart Manufacturing

Based on a 70% GATE score + 30% performance in written tests and interview

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Well to be very honest, the AI course from IISv Bangalore is quite challenging for a graduate from CS. The course revolves around mathematical concepts. The fast-paced and rigorous curriculum makes it difficult to identify your weaknesses and work on them. Let me clarify the point that this scenario is not just in the case of IISc but AI in general is a field all about Math. It’s specially designed for those who are genuinely interested in this field. 

The best part about this course is the Data Structure and Algorithm subject, a compulsory subject. Here are a few pros and cons of this program that will give you a general idea

Pros

  • IISc has some of the highest qualified professors who deliver such interesting lectures that you will start falling in love with the course. Their arguments of proof are very interesting and can be. 
  • You will be interacting and having healthy discussions with geniuses from all over the country.

Cons

  • Sometimes you will find the lectures uninteresting and even fail to connect the dots of what is being taught.
  • There will be times when you will start regretting your decision if taking this course instead of CSA.

In reality, the course in itself isn’t flawed but our mid-sets are. These top institutes actually challenge our way of thinking which initially seems challenging but you later realize that it made you stand out in the crowd. The future prospects are great and trust me if you maintain a good CGPA, you will be placed exceptionally well.

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I am an M.Tech, therefore, I will talk about this course.

Placements are the main reason why students with a good rank end up choosing IIT B over IISc Bangalore for their M.Tech.

The reason why you would go for your Master's is because you want to work in the technical field. Those who complete an M.Tech are technically very efficient. Working in a non-technical field after your M.Tech is not a good choice. You could have done the same after your Bachelor's. An M.Tech degree in this scenario becomes useless.

IIT Bombay has a good placement record for M.Tech students. However, most job profiles are non-technical. If you wish to go for a non-technical job after your M.Tech, go for IIT B or the other IITs.

IISc Bangalore will groom you in such a way that you will become passionate about your field of study. Many IISc Bangalore students reject non-technical job offers. Most M.Tech students at IISc Bangalore try to get a research assistantship at foreign universities to groom themselves for a research career.

These jobs are provided with the help of your faculty advisor. Therefore, IISc Bangalore does not mention them in its profile.

Overall, after your M.Tech or any PG program, if getting a job with a good package is your topmost priority, go for IITs. IISc Bangalore is a better choice for future researchers.

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The fee at Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] ranges from ₹2–15 Lakh per year depending on the program. Scholarship options are available for meritorious and economically weaker section students.

Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] offers admission through national entrance exams such as JEE, CAT, NEET, or state-level tests depending on the course. Applications are typically open from January to June each year.

Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] has an impressive placement record with the highest package of ₹ 8,500,000 and an average package of ₹ 2,800,000. Over a strong percentage of eligible students are placed annually.

Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] is a Government institution located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. It was established in 1909.

The cutoff rank for Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] varies by program, category, and examination year. For competitive programs like CSE or MBA, cutoffs are typically in the top percentile. Check the Cutoff section on this page for the latest year-wise data.

Yes, Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students. Amenities typically include Wi-Fi, mess, sports facilities, and 24/7 security. Contact the admissions office for current hostel fee details.

Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] offers merit-based scholarships, government schemes (such as NSP, state scholarships), and special scholarships for financially weaker students. Check the Scholarship section for the latest available schemes.

The NIRF ranking of Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] is updated annually by the Ministry of Education. Please refer to the Rankings section on this page for the latest NIRF, QS, and India Today rankings.

Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs including B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, BBA, B.Sc, and more. Use the Courses & Fees tab above to explore all available programs.

You can apply to Indian Institute of Science - [IISc] through the official admission portal or via common counselling bodies such as JoSAA, CLAT, or CAT. Fill in the Enquiry form on this page to receive a direct callback from the admissions team.

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