IISER Pune - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research

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IISER Pune
IISER Ranking Highlights 2025

IISER is one of India’s top institutes. Eminent national ranking bodies have acknowledged it as a leading institute. As per NIRF 2025, the ranking of the institute is #55 in the Overall category, and #35 under Research Institutions. The institute is ranked as one of the best institutes for its top class faculty. The article mentioned in this space covers all the details you need if you are interested in IISER rankings.

Rank publisher & CategoryRank

Business & Management Studies

NIRF, 2025

#55

2nd Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Pune in 2025->

Science

NIRF, 2025

#35

Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Pune in 2025->

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Q: Why choose IISER Pune - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research?

IISER Pune - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research is a government institute established by the Ministry of Human Resource Development.

Some of the reasons to choose Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune are given below:

Ranking: As per NIRF 2025, the ranking of IISER Pune is 55 in the Overall category, and 35 under Research Institutions.
Placements: The median package recorded during IISER BSc placements 2025 stood at INR 11.40 LPA.
Scholarhips: Scholarships at IISER Pune include KVPY Scholarship and INSPIRE Scholarship which are given on the basis of need and merit.

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IISER Pune Ranking

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IISER Ranking Highlights 2025
NIRF Ranking 2025
Times Higher Education Ranking 2026
IISER Pune Course Ranking
IISER Pune Student Reviews

IISER Pune
NIRF Ranking 2025

Based on the rankings from NIRF, IISER outperformed numerous other institutes, securing a higher position, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in various factors evaluated by the NIRF ranking system. In the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have dropped in comparison with last year's ranking. In 2025, IISER fell 13 ranks to #55 rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings.

It has been recognized that the institute has displayed a decreasing trend in the 'Research Institutions' category as compared to the ranking of preceding years. In 2025, IISER fell 6 ranks to #35 rank in the 'Research Institutions' category by the NIRF ranking.

Discover the latest rankings and categories provided by other ranking bodies listed below.

Category	2025
Business & Management Studies	55
Science	35

IISER Pune vs Other Colleges: NIRF Ranking Comparison

According to the NIRF ranking 2025, IISER received #55 rank in the 'Overall' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as IIT Ropar, and Panjab University for NIRF rankings under the 'Overall' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of IISER with other top institutes:

Similar ranked Business & Management Studies colleges by NIRF

Business & Management Studies

Science

College	Ranking
Gauhati University Compare	52
Osmania University Compare	53
NIT Surathkal Compare	54
IISER Pune	55
Panjab University Compare	57
IIT Mandi Compare	58
Central University of Kashmir Compare	59

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IISER Pune
Times Higher Education Ranking 2026

Based on the rankings from Times Higher Education, IISER outperformed numerous other institutes, securing a higher position, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in various factors evaluated by the Times Higher Education ranking system. In the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have displayed instability in comparison with last year's ranking. In 2026, IISER's rank is #1201, the same as last year's rank in the 'Overall' category by the Times Higher Education rank

Discover the latest rankings and categories provided by other ranking bodies listed below.

Category	2025	2026
Science	401-500	401-500

IISER Pune vs Other Colleges: Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

According to the Times Higher Education ranking 2026, IISER received #1201–1500 rank in the 'Overall' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as Karunya University, and Banasthali Vidyapith for Times Higher Education rankings under the 'Overall' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of IISER with other top institutes:

Similar ranked Science colleges by Times Higher Education

Science

College	Ranking
IIIT Delhi Compare	401-500
IIT Mandi Compare	401-500
Kalasalingam University Tamil Nadu Compare	401-500
IISER Pune	401-500
Jaypee University of Information Technology Compare	401-500
Shivaji University Kolhapur Compare	401-500
Tezpur University Compare	501-600

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IISER Pune
Course Ranking

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Business & Management Studies

Ranked by	2025
NIRF	55

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Science

Ranked by	2025	2026
NIRF	35	-
Times Higher Education	401-500	401-500

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IISER Pune
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5

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4-5
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Placements3.1

Infrastructure4.6

Faculty & Course4.3

Campus Life4.5

Value for Money4.3

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B.S. in Biological Science + M.S. in Biological Science - Batch of 2032

4.6

3.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

IISER P is really one of the best colleges. Cool and rainy weather makes it even more beautiful.

Placements: Hi, I'm an integrated Ph.D. student here, joining the August 2026 batch. In this course, students get a fellowship for 6 years. Rs. 12,400/month for the first two years, then Rs. 37,000/month for the next two years, and Rs. 42,000/month for the last two years.

Infrastructure: IISER Pune provides world-class laboratory facilities in all of its departments, including the Department of Biology. It has a very good library named Sri Ramanujan Library. Wi-Fi is available on campus and in the hostel. Hostel is also very nice. It has big rooms, balconies, and windows.

Faculty: Teachers in the Biology department are quite good and humble. They are very approachable and helpful. The course curriculum is completely focused on research and fundamental science. There are mid-semester and end-semester exams. The semester exams feel difficult. They follow a relative grading system and require a minimum CGPA of 6.5 (more than half of the class median) to continue in the course.

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026Read More

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Discontinued (June 2025) Computational Physics - Batch of 2028

5.0

5.0Placements5.0Faculty5.0Value for Money

Amazing Infrastructure For Research

Learning Experience: Being one of the best institutes in India, all the facilities including accommodation and classroom environment is top notch. Learning experience is amazing by classrooms with digital screens and air conditioned. The library provides a wide range of hard and soft copies of books and free subscription to the top research journals in India.

Placements: Placements are really good. In 2024, almost 95% of students got placed on campus. The highest package is 18 LPA. The minimum package is 8 LPA. Internships are provided by the college itself every year. It includes 1-week foreign trip for research and development.

Faculty: Faculty here seriously needs improvement. They are well-qualified but their teaching style is not relatable for students. The curriculum is overall relevant expect for the learning experience. IISER Pune makes students industry-ready. Students need attention all over the course for qualifying the exams.

Course Support: IISER Pune various scholarships and financial aid options to support students from diverse backgrounds. About health, we have a medical clinic named Wellness Clinic and an apollo pharmacy for medicines and wellness things, and even first aid kits in almost every building. Also, IISER also provides medical insurance which covers different things, and the policies might change with time.

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M.Sc. in Quantum Technology - Batch of 2026

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3.0Placements4.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

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Placements: One got a Ph.D. in ETH Zurich, one got an MS thesis in Poland, one in Vienna, one in Sweden. A son got an MS thesis in industries. One student got a proper job before the completion of the course. As this is the first batch, there are no significant placements to date.

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Faculty: The curriculum needs to be refined over time. There is not much specialized content. The first year is the same as the Physics M.Sc. In the 3rd semester, there are specialized courses, but most of them are not that interesting and there are not many options. Most of the faculty are average at teaching and not that interested in guiding a Quantum Teach student.

Other: This is the first batch of this course. The concept is nice, but it needs time to be relevant and a value-for-money course.

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B.S. + M.S. - Batch of 2028

3.8

4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

A short review of IISER Pune.

Placements: Placement is not the main goal of this course. It prepares you for future studies like an M.Sc. or Ph.D. There is a placement cell that mostly takes Data Science students. I don't have information on the placement scene as I am not pursuing Data Science.

Infrastructure: There is great infrastructure available. Most common areas, including the main building, classrooms, and even common halls in hostels, have access to the college Wi-Fi. Undergraduate labs aren't great, but they provide a good experience in a lab. All classrooms are air-conditioned and have both a blackboard and a projector. The mess food is good, and there is a pharmacy and a clinic open 6 days a week.

Faculty: Professors are helpful. They are mostly available in the office during office hours. Teaching quality depends from person to person, but it is more than sufficient. The course curriculum may seem irrelevant during the first few semesters, but it helps support more interdisciplinary research in the future.

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B.S. in Biological Science + M.S. in Biological Science - Batch of 2028

4.2

4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Good college. I will recommend joining this college if you get it.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is amazing. All types of facilities are provided to students which include a stadium, a library, playgrounds, seating areas, canteens, etc. Food quality in the mess is totally average but other hostel facilities are great.

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M.Sc. in Quantum Technology - Batch of 2026

3.4

3.0Placements4.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

Should you go for an MS in Quantum Technology at IISER Pune.

Placements: Some students get internships in industry. One student gets a Ph.D. at ETH Zurich. One student gets an MS project in Poland, one in Vienna, and one in Sweden. Some of the students get MS projects in industry. Only one student gets placed with a good package in a company before course completion. This is the first batch, so placements are not there yet.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is good. The hostel rooms are also good. The main academic building is full of facilities. The library is open until midnight. There is enough seating space. The lecture halls are good and spacious. AC is available everywhere. The hostel rooms are good and clean. The campus is clean and beautiful.

Faculty: Some teachers are good. Most of them are average. The curriculum needs integration. The first year is the same as an M.Sc. in Physics. After that, one semester is dedicated to a Quantum Technology course. However, those courses are not that special. The curriculum needs modifications. Maybe it is better to pursue pure Physics.

Other: The MS Quantum Technology course needs time.

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How are the infrastructure facilities at the IISER Pune?

Answered 7 months ago

IISER Pune has a good infrastructure and gives many facilities to the students. The college offers sports facilities like tennis courts, a basketball and volleyball court, a cricket ground, an open stadium, etc. The campus is fully Wi-Fi with AC classrooms and auditorium. IISER Pune also gives hoste

Shruti Manchanda

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How can I apply for a course at IISER Pune?

Answered 8 months ago

The students must visit the official website of the college. They can apply via the admission portal. The, go to eligibility criteria section, ad click on "click here to apply for admissions" link. Then, fill the application form, including the personal details. Upload your photograph and scanned i

Chandeep Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Is the cutoff of IISER Pune higher or lower than last year?

Answered 7 months ago

Refer to the table below for the comparison of IISER cutoff for the last three years:

IISER Entrance Exam Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)

Course	2023	2024	2025
B.S. + M.S.	717	– / –	1671
B.S. in Biological Science + M.S. in Biological Science	717	1023	1671
B.S. in Chemical Sciences + M.S. in Chemical Sciences	717	1023	1671
B.S. in Physical Sciences + M.S. in Physical Sciences	717	1023	1671
B.S. in Mathematical Sciences + M.S. in Mathematical Sciences	717	1023	1671

Shruti Manchanda

Contributor-Level 10

What is the cutoff for different courses at the IISER Pune?

Answered 7 months ago

The IISER cutoff ranks for both first and last rounds for different courses is given in the table below:

Course	Round 1 (Closing Rank)	Last Round (Closing Rank)
B.S. in Chemical Sciences + M.S. in Chemical Sciences	355	1671
B.S. in Physical Sciences + M.S. in Physical Sciences	355	1671
B.S. in Mathematical Sciences + M.S. in Mathematical Sciences	355	1671
B.S. in Biological Science + M.S. in Biological Science	355	1671
B.S. + M.S.	355	1671

Shruti Manchanda

Contributor-Level 10

What is the latest cutoff for IISER Pune?

Answered 7 months ago

In the final round, the IISER closing rank stood at 1671 for the BS + MS programme, across multiple specialisations for the General AI category students. IISER 2025 cutoff was released for different categories of students belonging to the All India quota.

Shruti Manchanda

Contributor-Level 10

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