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

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 recent median package offered to MSc students at IISER Pune has not been released yet. However, NIRF 2025 reports have released the median package given in the year 2024. The median package for the 2024 batch has been released. Check out the placement statistics in the table given below:ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2024)Median SalaryINR 8 LPA (MSc)

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

IISER Pune does not offer a BSc course in the standard form. It offers a BS-MS course for the duration of five years, divided into ten semesters, and offered in full-time mode. For admissions to this dual-degree BS-MS course, candidates must have secured marks equal to or above the cutoff percentage declared by IISERs for their respective category (General/ OBC/ SC/ ST/ PwD).  

Yes, IISER Pune does offer scholarships to the BS-MS 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/FellowshipTarget GroupSupport DetailsIDeaS EndowmentBS–MS, IntegratedAwarded based on meritInstitute EndowmentsLast year of BS–MS courseFinancial grants for research and academic excellence?  

The selection process for the BSc course at IISER Pune is completely based on the IAT channel. The IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) is an entrance exam conducted by the IISERs (Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research). It is specifically designed for students who want to get admission into the BS-MS Dual Degree Programme at IISER Pune and any of the seven IISERs. 

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. 

Yes, IISER Pune does offer MSc courses for the duration of two years, divided into four semesters, and offered in full-time mode. The institute offers four specialisations in MSc courses, i.e., Chemistry, Earth and Climate Science, Mathematics, Physics. The basic eligibility requirement for admission to MSc courses at IISER Pune is candidates must complete their graduation in a relevant stream with an aggregate of 60% (55% for reserved category candidates).

The total fee structure for MSc courses at IISER Pune includes multiple components, such as tuition fees, admission fees, application fees, etc. The fee structure of the course is as follows:Fee componentsAmount (for two-years)TuitionINR 1.8 Lacs - INR 3.6 lakh HostelINR 16,000The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change. Therefore, it is indicative. 

Students who get allocated a seat in the BS-MS 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