IISER Pune - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research Pashan Answered Questions

The recent median package offered to BSc students at IISER Pune has not been released yet. However, NIRF 2025 reports have released the median package given in the year 2024. Moreover, as per the comparison of median packages offered, in the years 2022, 2023 and 2024 a rise in the median package has been seen. For a better understanding, refer to the below table:ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2022)Placement Statistics (2023)Placement Statistics (2024)Median SalaryINR 11.40 LPA (BSc)INR 8.38 LPA (BSc)INR 11.95 LPA (BSc) 

The selection process for IISER Pune MSc courses differs according to the specialisations. Moreover, the selection process for the Master of Science course differs according to the offered specialisations. The selection process is done based on candidates' achieved scores on IIT JAM, GATE, IISER Entrance Test and the institute's in-house written test. For the only MSc in Mathematics in Computing Programme, the institute accepts written examination scores conducted by IISER Pune. 

While preparing the cutoff for the IISER Pune BSc course, the authorities will consider examination and admission-related factors. The listed factors will be checked and considered by the authorities while determining the cutoff of IISER Pune:previous years' cutoff trends, difficulty level of the exam, total number of qualified candidates, total number of candidates applying for a specific course, number of seats available for the BSc course, etc. After checking all of these factors, the authorities will prepare the cutoff based on IAT scores for BSc. 

The primary eligibility requirement for admission to BSc courses at IISER Pune is that candidates must complete their Class 12 from Science stream. Moreover, for the admission process, the college accepts the valid scores of the IISER Entrance Exam. IISER  entrance examination is conducted once every year. For admission, candidates need to write an IISER Aptitude Test (IAT), and on the basis of candidates' achieved scores, the institute releases the cutoff. 

 Both of the institutions, IISER Pune and IISER Bhopal offer BS+MS courses for the duration of five years. This integrated programme is different from BSc courses as it focuses more on research papers. Now, to identify which is better, below is the comparison of Shiksha ratings of both institutes on different parameters such as course-specific, placements, infrastructure, etc. ParametersBS-MS at IISER Bhopal BS-MS at IISER Pune Verified Shiksha Rating of BS-MS course 4.2/5 (based on 68 reviews) 4.2/5 (based on 18 reviews) Verified Shiksha Rating of Placements 4.2/54.3/5Verified Shiksha Rating of Infrastructure 4.2/5 4.3/5Verified Shiksha Rating of Faculty 4.5/5 4.3/5 

For admissions to IISER Pune MSc courses, the candidates are obliged to perform well and secure good scores in the accepted entrance exams, such as IAT, IIT JAM, GATE, etc. To apply, fill out the IISER Pune application form visit the official website of the institution, fill out the form with the required details, pay the application fee and submit it. Moreover, the candidates who got shortlisted in the merit list can pay the course fee to confirm their seat.  

Students who get allocated a seat in the MSc programme at IISER Pune must present original and self-attested photocopies of documents for verification. Such candidates are required to bring along the following documents:Class 10 marksheetClass 12 marksheetMigration certificateTransfer certificateEntrance exam scorecardCategory certificate (if applicable)Income certificate (for students applying via EWS category)Identity proofPassport-size photo

Yes, IISER Pune does offer scholarships to the MSc students. The scholarships are offered to the students on the basis of their academic achievements, merit, financial status, and fellowships for research. Check out some scholarship details in the table below:Scholarship/FellowshipSupport DetailsIDeaS EndowmentAwarded based on meritInstitute EndowmentsFinancial grants for research and academic excellence

For admissions to IISER Pune BSc courses, the candidates are obliged to perform well and secure good scores in the IISER Entrance exam. To apply, fill out the IISER Pune application form submit it and appear for the entrance exam on the given schedule and times. Moreover, the candidates who got shortlisted in the merit list can pay the course fee to confirm their seat. 

The dates of commencement for MSc courses for the academic batch of 2025 have been officially released on the official website of the IISER Pune. Moreover, the exact dates for the commencement of MSc courses are going to be released soon. However, the classes are going to begin in the month of August.