IISER Kolkata Ranking 2024: NIRF, Times Higher Education, US News

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4 mins readUpdated on Jan 11, 2024 13:18 IST

IISER Kolkata is among the top-ranked institutes in India. The institute has been ranked by different national ranking bodies in several streams. Notably, IISER Kolkata ranking stood at #43 in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF. The institute consistently achieves high rankings, establishing itself as a top choice for pursuing education. In the 'Overall' category, IISER Kolkata ranked in the top 50 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2023. Explore the detailed rankings of IISER Kolkata in the article below:

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  • IISER Kolkata Ranking Highlights 2023
  • IISER Kolkata NIRF Ranking 2023
  • IISER Kolkata vs Other Universities: NIRF Ranking Comparison
  • IISER Kolkata Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
  • IISER Kolkata vs Other Universities: Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison
  • IISER Kolkata US News Ranking 2023
  • IISER Kolkata vs Other Universities: US News Ranking Comparison
  • IISER Kolkata Ranking FAQs
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IISER Kolkata Ranking Highlights 2023

Renowned ranking bodies like NIRF, Times Higher Education, US News, etc. consistently place IISER Kolkata within their top ranks, consolidating its reputation as a leading Engineering college. Check the detailed rankings of the institute in the table below to discover why it's a top choice to aspire for studies:

IISER Kolkata National Ranking 2023
Ranking Body Category Rank
NIRF Overall 43
Times Higher Education Overall 1001–1200
US News University (Overall) 15

IISER Kolkata NIRF Ranking 2023

Based on the collective ranking, IISER Kolkata has been placed in a good position by the NIRF. Under the criteria such as Quality Learning and Employability Weightage, the college holds a commendable position when considered against other universities. For the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have shown a decreasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2023, IISER Kolkata fell 3 ranks to #43 rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings. In the 'Overall' category, IISER Kolkata ranked in the top 50 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2023. View year-by-year IISER Kolkata NIRF rankings in the below table:

Q:   Can I get admission at IISER Kolkata if I have a low rank?
A:

Firstly, IISER Kolkata has a rigorous selection process, and the institute offers admission based on merit. The selection criteria include a candidate's performance in the entrance exam (JEE Advanced/KVPY/SCB) and their academic record.

However, the cutoff ranks for admission to IISER Kolkata vary each year, and it's not possible to predict the exact cutoff ranks without the latest information. It's best to check the official website of IISER Kolkata or consult with the admission authorities to get the most up-to-date information. 

If a candidate have a low rank and are interested in pursuing a course at IISER Kolkata, it is better to apply for other programmes or institutes that have a less competitive admission process. Additionally, you can consider preparing for other entrance exams that may offer more opportunities for admission. 

In summary, while a low rank may not guarantee admission to IISER Kolkata, there are other options available. It's essential to research and explore your options carefully before making any decisions.

Q:   What is the rank required for IISER Kolkata BS-MS course?
A:

For IISER Kolkata BS-MS course, the required cutoff rank was 498 for admission to the B.S. in Computational and Data Sciences + M.S. in Computational and Data Sciences course. For the BS + MS course, the required cutoff rank was 935 across multiple specialisation. This is the required cutoff rank for the General AI category students during Round 1 admission. Please note that the cutoff ranks vary for different courses, rounds, and categories. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the IISER Kolkata cutoff 2025 for Round 1 among the General AI quota:

CourseIISER Kolkata Round 1 Cutoff 2025 
B.S. in Biological Science + M.S. in Biological Science935
B.S. in Chemical Sciences + M.S. in Chemical Sciences935
B.S. in Geological Sciences + M.S. in Geological Sciences935
B.S. in Mathematical Sciences + M.S. in Mathematical Sciences935
B.S. in Physical Sciences + M.S. in Physical Sciences935
B.S. in Computational and Data Sciences + M.S. in Computational and Data Sciences498
IISER Kolkata NIRF Ranking 2023
Category 2021 2022 2023
Overall 35 40 43

IISER Kolkata vs Other Universities: NIRF Ranking Comparison

On comparing to all the other universities, IISER Kolkata has secured a good rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF Rankings 2023. Check the following table to know more about the NIRF rankings:

IISER Kolkata vs Other Institutes: NIRF Ranking 2023
College Name Overall 2023
IISER Kolkata - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research 43
ICT Mumbai 41
Indian Institute of Technology Dhanbad 42
Panjab University 44
Chandigarh University (CU) 45

IISER Kolkata Times Higher Education Ranking 2024

IISER Kolkata has been one of the top institutes under all the major categories by the Times Higher Education. It has been identified that in the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranking has fluctuation when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2024, IISER Kolkata's rank is #1001, the same as last year's rank in the 'Overall' category by the Times Higher Education ranking. Applicants can check the table provided below for a comprehensive examination of the IISER Kolkata rankings according to the Times Higher Education 2024:

IISER Kolkata Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
Category 2022 2023 2024
Overall 801–1000 1001–1200 1001–1200

IISER Kolkata vs Other Universities: Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

Based on the Times Higher Education 2024 ranking, IISER Kolkata has secured rank #1001–1200 and Punjabi University, Patiala has been ranked at #80. Check the Times Higher Education’s India's Top Government University ranking in the following table:

IISER Kolkata vs Other Institutes: Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
College Name Overall 2024
IISER Kolkata - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research 1001–1200
Punjabi University, Patiala 80
National Institute of Technology Calicut 81
Jadavpur University 1001–1200
Gauhati University 1001–1200

IISER Kolkata US News Ranking 2023

IISER Kolkata has outperformed and has surpassed numerous other institutions as per the US News ranking. Students can review the table displaying the IISER Kolkata rankings 2023:

IISER Kolkata US News Ranking 2023
Category 2021 2022 2023
University (Overall) - - 15

IISER Kolkata vs Other Universities: US News Ranking Comparison

IISER Kolkata is placed #15 in the US News 2023 list, whereas AIIMS Delhi is ranked #12. Students can check a full comparison in the table below:

IISER Kolkata vs Other Institutes: US News Ranking 2023
College Name University (Overall) 2023
IISER Kolkata - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research 15
AIIMS Delhi 12
Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore 14
JMI 16
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad 17

With the above information about the ranks awarded to IISER Kolkata by various national ranking organisations, it can be said that on an overall basis, IISER Kolkata has received good scores on ranking parameters, ultimately leading to a good rank. Moreover, IISER Kolkata's good ranking by the NIRF justifies its popularity among students for pursuing a degree course.

IISER Kolkata Ranking FAQs

Q. What is the ranking of IISER Kolkata in NIRF 2023 rankings?

A. The rank of IISER Kolkata is #43 in NIRF in the 'Overall' category 2023, it fell 3 ranks as compared to last year's rank. The institute has a drop in previous year's rankings, and in the year 2022, the institute dropped to #40 rank, while in the year 2021, it was ranked #35.

Q. What is the ranking of IISER Kolkata in Times Higher Education 2023 rankings?

A. The rank of IISER Kolkata is #1001 in Times Higher Education in the 'Overall' category 2024, it has the same rank as compared to last year's rank. The institute has stability in previous year's rankings, and in the year 2023, the institute dropped to #1001 rank, while in the year 2022, it was ranked #801.

Q. What is the ranking of IISER Kolkata in US News 2023 rankings?

A. IISER Kolkata was ranked #15 by the US News in the 'University (Overall)' category for the year 2023. However, the institute was not ranked in the year 2022 and 2021.

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