The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore is a premier institute known for its excellence in research and higher education. Admissions for the academic year 2025-26 have been announced, covering Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and Doctoral (PhD) programs. Prospective applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria, registration process, and selection procedures to enhance their chances of admission.

IISc Bangalore UG Admission 2025

1. Four-Year Bachelor of Science (Research) Program

This program allows students to specialize in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Biology.

Eligibility:

  • Candidates must have completed Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2023, 2024, or 2025.
  • Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics must be the main subjects.
  • Must have secured a first-class or 60% marks (pass class for SC/ST candidates) in the qualifying exam.

Selection Process:

  • Admission is based on national entrance exams: IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2025.

2. Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Mathematics and Computing

This program is designed for students interested in mathematics, computation, electronics, and electrical engineering.

Eligibility:

  • Candidates must have appeared for Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
  • Must secure at least 75% aggregate marks (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective board exams.

Selection Process:

  • Admission is based on JEE Advanced 2025 ranks.

IISc Bangalore PG Admission 2025

1. Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Disciplines:

  • Life Sciences: Requires a degree in Physical, Chemical, or Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Veterinary, or Agricultural Sciences.
  • Chemical Sciences: Requires a B.Sc. degree with Chemistry as a main subject and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.

Selection Process:

  • Life Sciences: JAM 2025/GATE 2023/2024/2025 score + Interview.
  • Chemical Sciences: 100% JAM 2025 (Chemistry CY) score.

2. Master of Technology (M.Tech.)

This program is available in multiple disciplines, including Aerospace, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, and Sustainable Technologies and many more.

Eligibility:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering/Technology or M.Sc. in Physical Sciences, Mathematics, or Statistics.
  • Must have a valid GATE 2023/2024/2025 score.

Selection Process:

  • 100% GATE score for most disciplines.
  • Some programs require a GATE score (70%) + Interview (30%).
  • Computational & Data Sciences require GATE (70%) + Written Test + Interview (30%).
     Get the details of all the degrees here: Indian Institute of Science Bangalore

3. Master of Design (M.Des.)

    Discipline: Product Design, Development and Management     Department/Centre/Unit: Design and Manufacturing     Intake: 18    Qualification with required GATE paper or CEED (in brackets): B.E / B.Tech / B.Des (all 4 years) / B. Arch (5 years) or equivalent degree in any discipline with a valid GATE/ CAT or CEED score.    Selection Process: Selection is based on 70% weightage on CEED/GATE/CAT score + 30% performance in interview.    Areas of study: Product Design and Engineering.

4. Master of Management (M.Mgt.)

The Department of Management Studies at IISc offers the Master of Management program to give exposure and training in Management and Business Analytics. Visit this link Department of Management Studies website for details of the curriculum. You should apply through the Online Admissions Applications Portal. Instructions for the portal are provided here. Important deadlines, click here to view Fee structure, click here to view. For all the Degree Programmes at IISc.

PhD Programs at IISc Bangalore 2025

  1. Complete details of the Integrated PhD Programmes
  2. Complete details of MTech and PhD programmes.
  3. External Registration Program (ERP) for Ph.D./M.Tech. (Research)

Application Process for IISc 2025

How to Apply?

  1. Visit the IISc Bangalore official website: www.iisc.ac.in.
  2. Navigate to Admissions → Apply Online.
  3. Select your desired program.
  4. Register and log in.
  5. Fill out the application form and upload required documents.
  6. Pay the application fee and submit the form.

Scholarships at IISc Bangalore

  • All regular PG/PhD students (except M.Sc., M.Mgt., and M.Tech through CFTI) are eligible for scholarships from MHRD, CSIR, UGC, ICMR, DBT, DST, AICTE, NBHM.
  • IISc offers merit-based private/donor fellowships that enhance monthly stipends for research students.
  • UG students (BS Research) are eligible for scholarships like INSPIRE/IISc Promotional Scheme (IIScP).

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