Indian Institute of Science

Bangalore, KarnatakaPublic / GovernmentEngineering

NAAC A++AICTE approvedUniversity Grants Commission (UGC) approved

183programs
NIRF#1(2025)
Est.1909
4.5(142 reviews)
₹23LPA median

About IISc Bangalore

Founded in 1909, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore is a deemed university. Its campus spans 434 acres. The institute is known for its science, engineering, design and management courses, which run across streams that include Sciences, Engineering and Architecture, Animation and Design, and Management and Business Administration.

Programmes include BSc, MSc, MTech, MDes and PhD, and each has several specialisations. Admission is entrance-based. Candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria and clear exams such as JEE Main, JAM, the IISER Aptitude Test, GATE, CEED or NEET UG. The MTech fee is Rs 41,600. On campus, students, staff and faculty have hostels, a library, laboratories and sports facilities.

Courses & fees

183 courses across 8 programmes

All 183 courses

Programmes at IISc Bangalore
Programme	Level	Courses	Duration	Seats	Fees
B.E. / B.Tech	UG	1	4 yrs	52	₹8,00,000
M.E./M.Tech	PG	56	1 to 3 yrs	551	₹18,000 to ₹30,000
B.Sc	UG	8	4 yrs	-	₹40,000
M.Sc	PG	7	2 to 4 yrs	62	₹18,000 to ₹32,000
M.Des	PG	1	2 yrs	18	₹18,000
MMS	PG	1	2 yrs	15	₹18,000
Ph.D	PhD	11	3 to 4 yrs	-	₹50,400
GNM	Short course	1	3.7 yrs	30	-

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Admissions

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Entrance exams accepted

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Maths (60% marks)
10+2 with PCM (60% marks)
BE/ B.Tech or M.Sc in a relevant discipline
BE/ B.Tech/ B.Des/ B.Arch degree
BE/ B.Tech or equivalent degree
B.Sc or equivalent with relevant subjects
Master's in Engg/Science or 4-yr Bachelor's from CFTI
year Bachelor's degree (B.Sc/B.A)

How to apply

IISc admits B.Tech students through JEE Advanced and JoSAA. Other programmes use JEE Advanced, IISER Aptitude Test, GATE, JAM or CEED scores with an online application, followed by tests or interviews.

Cutoffs 2026

Closing rank, general category

All cutoffs

M.Tech Aerospace EngineeringGATE780
M.Tech Artificial IntelligenceGATE940
M.Tech Chemical EngineeringGATE510
M.Tech Electrical EngineeringGATE620
M.Tech Mechanical EngineeringGATE760

Rankings

All rankings

NIRFScience · 2025#1
NIRFBusiness & Management Studies · 2025#2
NIRFResearch#1
NIRFUniversity#1
NIRFOverall#2

Placements

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Median package: ₹23 LPA
Average package: ₹28 LPA
Highest package: ₹85 LPA
Placed: 77.55%

Top recruiters

Amazon
Airtel
Cisco Systems
Bajaj Finserv
Dell
IBM
MICROSCOTT
Accenture
SAP
Oracle
HONEYWELL
pwc

Scholarships

All scholarships

Scholarship
Scholarship
Scholarship/Fellowship (a) Students are awarded scholarships/fellowships from the date of joining the Institute. The value of the scholarship/fellowship per month for students enrolled in different programs of the Institute is as given below. Ph.D. Rs.37000(JRF) / Rs. 42000(SRF) Bachelor of Science(B.Sc.): Rs. 5000 M Tech (Res): Rs. 12400 M Tech/M Des: Rs. 12400 Integrated Ph.D. Rs. 16000/37000 (JRF) /42000(SRF) (b) All the students who join the Institute (except for M Sc and M.Mgt programmes/B.Tech/M.Tech through CFTI Mode/Joint M. Tech in Semiconductor Technology/1 Year M. Engg.) are eligible for scholarship/ Fellowship from CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR/MHRD/AICTE/DAE (NBHM)/ DST as the case may be depending on their mode of entry. Immediately on joining the Institute the students must send the joining report to the concerned authorities/agencies appropriately for activating their scholarship/fellowship. For more scholarship Details kindly visit the below URL: https://iisc.ac.in/admissions/fees-and-scholarships/
IISc Bangalore Scholarship
Indian Institute of Science Bangalore offers scholarships for students in all levels of programmes. IISc Bangalore scholarships/fellowships are offered to students beginning with their first day at the institute. Students who wish to study at IISc Bangalore should be aware that they may be eligible for scholarships/fellowships from CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR/AICTE/DAE (NBHM)/ DST. The monthly scholarship/fellowship value for students in various programmes is as follows: Ph.D Rs 31000/35000; M.Tech Rs 12400, M.Tech/M.Des Rs.12400, Integrated Ph.D Rs 16000/31000/35000. Aside from that, students can apply for a variety of national and state scholarships. Students must meet the eligibility requirements for IISc Bangalore scholarships.
IISc Bangalore 2025 Scholarships Details
Programmes Scholarship/Fellowship Ph.D JRF-Rs 37000 /SRF-Rs 42000 Bachelor of Science (Research) Rs 5,000 M.Tech (Research) Rs 12400, M.Tech./M.Des. Rs 12,400 Integrated Ph.D Rs 16000/ JRF-Rs 31,000/ SRF-Rs 42,000 Eligible students can apply for IISc Bangalore Scholarships. Students must apply for the Indian Institute of Science Bangalore scholarships before the deadline.

IISc Bangalore reviews

All 142 reviews

4.5/ 5

Based on 142 student reviews

Verified student
Integrated M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Biological Sciences
5.0
Overall best institute for M.Sc. in biological sciences course.
79% of the students are transferred from my branch this year with an average of 17 LPA and the highest 27 LPA. The lowest offered is 7 LPA. The major recruiters are Pfizer, Amgen, Syngenta, and other companies.
Mar 2025Read more
Harsh Kumar
M.Tech in Electrical Engineering
5.0
Its was good experience
overall experience of mine in the institute is nice because teachers are very helpful hostel facility is given which is average in nature and infrastructure of this institute is well maintained and yes i have got some…
Mar 2024Read more

Frequently asked questions

Is it tough to get admission in IISc Bangalore?

Yes, IISc Bangalore is one of the best institutes in the country. In order to qualify for admission to IISc Bangalore, candidates need to clear difficult All India entrance examinations like JEE Advanced, GATE, CEED and so on. Therefore, admission to IISc Bangalore can be quite difficult.

What qualifications must students meet to apply to the IISc Bangalore Integrated PhD programme?

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in biology, biotechnology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, pharmacy, veterinary sciences, or agriculture, as applicable to each individual discipline in the 10+2+3/4 system.

How to get into IISc Bangalore after 12th?

Yes, Indian Institute of Science Banaglore offers a four-year Bachelor of Science (Research) programme. In 12th grade, the candidate must have studied physics, chemistry, and mathematics. JEE Advanced scores or IISER Aptitude Test scores are considered for BS programmes. JEE Advanced scores are considered for BTech programmes.

Do I have to appear for JAM to get admission in Integrated Ph.D at the Indian Institute of Science Bangalore?

Yes, students need to appear for JAM to get admission in Integrated Ph.D. at the Indian Institute of Science Bangalore. Then students must attend counselling and select Indian Institute of Science Bangalore as their preffered college.

Is it mandatory to appear for GATE to get admission in M.Tech at IISc Bangalore?

Yes, it is mandatory for students to appear and obtain valid scores in GATE to get admission in M.Tech at Indian Institute of Science. Selected students must get their documents verified and pay admission fees.

Facilities

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Boys Hostel
Cafeteria
Classrooms
Common Room
Computer Lab
Conference Room
Girls Hostel
Grounds
Guest house
Guest Room/Waiting Room
Gym
Gymkhana
Hostel
Indoor Stadium
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Library
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Contact & location

Website: iisc.ac.in
Address: Assistant Registrar (Academics) Admissions Unit Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
City: Bangalore, Karnataka

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About IISc Bangalore

Courses & fees

Admissions

Cutoffs 2026

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IISc Bangalore reviews

Overall best institute for M.Sc. in biological sciences course.

Its was good experience

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About IISc Bangalore

Courses & fees

Admissions

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Rankings

Placements

Scholarships

IISc Bangalore reviews

Overall best institute for M.Sc. in biological sciences course.

Its was good experience

Frequently asked questions

Facilities

Contact & location