Overview

• Official Name: Indian Institute of Science
• Common Short Names: IISc Bangalore, IISc
• Type: Central Government Research Institute and Deemed University
• Established: 1909
• Campus Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
• Approvals & Affiliations: Recognized by UGC; Accredited with NAAC grade 'A++' (Cycle 2, 2017); Not an AICTE affiliated institution as IISc is a deemed-to-be university with autonomous status.
• Official Website: https://www.iisc.ac.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Jamsetji Tata
• Chancellor: President of India (ex-officio)
• Director: Prof. Govindan Rangarajan (as of 2024)
• Student Population: Approx. 4300 (includes UG, PG, PhD students)
• Departments/Faculties: Over 40 academic departments and centers
• Contact: Phone: +91-80-2293 2004, Email: registrar@iisc.ac.in, Address: Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India
• NAAC Grade: A++ (2017) (Source)
• Notable Rankings: NIRF 2023: 1st among Indian universities, 3rd overall (Including IITs and IIMs) (Source)

Courses & Programs

• Faculty of Engineering & Technology: B.Tech (UG, limited seats under joint programs), M.Tech, PhD; Duration: UG - 4 years, PG/PhD varies; Mode: Regular.
• Faculty of Science: M.Sc, M.Tech (various interdisciplinary programs), Integrated PhD, PhD; Duration: M.Sc - 2 years, PhD - 3-5 years; Mode: Regular.
• Management & Entrepreneurship: Master of Management (in Innovation and Entrepreneurship), PhD; Duration: 2 years for PG, Mode: Regular.
• Interdisciplinary Centres: Programs in Computational & Data Sciences, Climate Science, Neuroscience, etc.; Mostly PG and PhD programs.
• Note: No regular undergraduate engineering programs directly conducted apart from joint ventures (e.g. IISER Pune joint entrance).

Admissions

• Admission Modes: National entrance exams, direct interviews for some PG programs.
• Accepted Exams: JAM (for M.Sc), GATE (for M.Tech), JEST (for Physics PhD), NEET (for M.Sc in life sciences), Direct application for some research programs (Admissions).
• Admission Timeline: Applications open from March-April (for most PG programs) with selections finalized by July-August; refer official admissions page for updated dates.
• Application Process (Online):
  1. Visit IISc Admissions Portal.
  2. Register and fill the application form based on the program.
  3. Upload required documents and pay application fees online.
  4. Submit and track your application status via the portal.
  5. Offline application process is not applicable.

Eligibility Criteria

• Undergraduate (Joint Programs): Valid JEE Advanced score; specific eligibility depends on partner institutions.
• M.Sc Programs: Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering with minimum 55%-60% marks; specific subjects depend on specialization.
• M.Tech: Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology with valid GATE score.
• PhD Programs: Master’s degree in relevant discipline; valid scores in entrance exams or interviews.
• Documents Required: Mark sheets, degree certificates, entrance exam scorecards, category certificates (if applicable), passport size photos, identity proof.

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees:
  • M.Sc: Approx. ₹30,000 - ₹50,000 per year
  • M.Tech: Approx. ₹60,000 - ₹1,50,000 per year depending on department
  • Hostel Fees: Approx. ₹15,000 - ₹25,000 per semester
  • Examination and other charges: Variable (₹5,000 to ₹10,000)
• Scholarships & Financial Aid: Institute offers merit-cum-means scholarships, government scholarships including SC/ST/OBC/EWS scholarships under central/state schemes. Also, stipends for research students (Details).

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Highlights: Over 90% placement for PG programs; average CTC ₹15-25 LPA, highest exceeding ₹50 LPA for research roles.
• Top Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Apple, Intel, DRDO, ISRO, Goldman Sachs, IBM, and leading academic institutions.
• Placement Cell: Managed by the Career Development Office at IISc - careers.iisc.ac.in
• Internships: Strong industry and research internship support throughout academic programs.

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Multiple residential hostels on campus for men and women, with mess facilities.
• Sports: Facilities include basketball, cricket, badminton courts, gymnasium, swimming pool.
• Labs & Research: State-of-the-art labs across departments with cutting-edge equipment.
• Library: One of India’s largest science and engineering libraries with digital access.
• Healthcare: On-campus health centre and emergency medical services.
• Transport & Connectivity: Campus buses, Wi-Fi enabled throughout campus.
• Student Life: Numerous clubs, professional societies, cultural and technical festivals including annual events like Festember.

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Over 400 faculty members including notable scientists, fellows of academies (INSA, NASI, IASc).
• Research Centres: Centres for Excellence in areas like AI, Materials Science, Climate Science, Quantum Computing.
• Major Grants & MoUs: Funded by DST, DBT, DRDO, ISRO, international collaborations with MIT, Stanford, Cambridge (Research).

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF 2023: Ranked 1st among Indian Universities; 3rd overall including IITs and IIMs (source).
• NAAC: Accredited with 'A++' grade in 2017 (source).
• QS India University Rankings: Consistently top 2 university (source).
• India Today, Outlook rankings: IISc generally featured in top Indian universities category; specific year-wise data not centralized As of 2024-06-10.

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results Publication: Declared on official IISc portals and program-specific admission pages (www.iisc.ac.in).
• Seat Matrix: Varies by department; for example, M.Sc in Physics ~25 seats, M.Tech departments ~10-20 seats each.
• Typical Cut-offs: GATE cut-offs for M.Tech generally >700 GATE score; JAM scores for M.Sc highly competitive (category-wise cutoffs updated yearly).
• Specific official cutoffs and seat matrix are published yearly at IISc Admissions.

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (approx. 40 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Bangalore City Railway Station (Majestic), approx. 8 km
• City Connectivity: Well connected by BMTC buses, taxis, and metro services to the campus.
• Local Transit: Campus shuttle buses and auto rickshaws available; metro Yellow Line station at Krishna Rajendra Market close to campus.

FAQs

Q: Does IISc offer undergraduate engineering courses?

A: IISc primarily offers research-based UG programs through joint initiatives; direct undergraduate engineering programs are limited.

Q: What entrance exams are required for IISc admissions?

A: Common exams include JAM (M.Sc), GATE (M.Tech), JEST (PhD), and direct application in some programs.

Q: Is there a management quota for admissions?

A: No management quota; admissions based strictly on merit and entrance exams.

Q: What is the typical fee for M.Tech at IISc?

A: Around ₹60,000 to ₹1,50,000 per year depending on the department.

Q: Does IISc provide scholarships?

A: Yes, including government scholarships and merit-cum-means scholarships provided by IISc.

Q: How are placements at IISc?

A: Placements are strong with reputed recruiters offering high salaries, especially for PG and research students.

Q: Are hostel facilities available?

A: Yes, IISc has multiple hostels with mess facilities for both boys and girls.

Q: When does IISc usually start admissions?

A: Admissions process typically starts in March-April for most programs.

Q: Where can I apply for IISc admissions online?

A: Applications are accepted online at https://www.iisc.ac.in/admissions/.

Q: Does IISc have research collaborations abroad?

A: Yes, IISc has MoUs and collaborations with international universities and research institutes.