IISER Bhopal - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research Answered Questions

Admission to IISER Bhopal depends on either SCB, KVPY, or IIT-JEE with the 3 highlighted below:For admission through SCB students must have at least 60% marks in Class 12 or equivalent. While admission through KVPY and IIT-JEE requires students to qualify for them.After qualifying for any of the three channels, candidates must apply through the IISER Bhopal portal with shortlisted candidates being selected through personal interview and/or a counselling session.

According to unofficial sources, the total fee for pursuing the BS-MS Dual Degree programme at IISER Bhopal is approximately INR 4.36 lakh. It is also worth mentioning that the fee does not include additional expenses such as hostel and mess fees, which may be applicable as per the institute's rules and regulations. Prospective students are advised to refer to the official website of IISER Bhopal for detailed information on the fee structure and other related aspects.

The eligibility criteria for admission to the five-year BS-MS Dual Degree programme at IISER Bhopal includes a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects. Candidates who have appeared for the Class 12 board exams and are awaiting their results are also eligible to apply. However, they must provide proof of having passed the qualifying examination at the time of admission. Additionally, candidates must clear the JEE Advanced/KYPY/IISER Aptitude Test, as per the admission channel applied for (SCB), to be considered for admission to the programme.

IISER Bhopal charges an application fee for all the programmes offered by them. The fee structure is designed to be affordable for all candidates. As per the official notification, candidates belonging to the General, OBC-NCL, or EWS categories will be charged INR 2,000 as the application fee, whereas candidates from SC, ST, or PwD categories will be charged a reduced fee of INR 1,000. It is essential to note that the application fee is non-refundable, and candidates must pay the fee within the stipulated time to avoid rejection of their application.

In the past, the application process for IISERs has typically started in May or June, with the deadline for submitting applications falling in July or August. However, it is important to note that the exact dates for the 2023 admission cycle have not been officially announced yet. Prospective applicants are advised to regularly check the official website of IISER Bhopal for updates on the admission schedule and important dates.