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The IISER 2026 application form for admission to 5-year Integrated BS-MS courses will be available in the second week of Mar 2026, tentatively.
IISER Thiruvananthapuram Courses & Fees 2025
Candidates have to apply on the institute’s website for the preferred programme. IISER Thiruvananthapuram offers courses in various fields and streams. Aspirants have to pay the programme fee to confirm their seat at the institute. Check below table for tuition fee, eligibility criteria, and qualifying exam for IISER Thiruvananthapuram:
| Courses | Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
M.Sc.(5 courses) | 1.8 LGet Fee Details | |
B.Sc.(4 courses) | 4.4 LGet Fee Details | 10+2 : 75 % |
Commonly asked questions On Fees and Eligibility
Indian Institutes of Science, Education, and Research (IISERs) have gained a reputation for their exceptional contributions to chemistry. The institute is known for its strong chemistry departments and research programs including all the important biology aspects. At IISER Thiruvananthapuram, each program has unique strengths and opportunities for students.
However, B.S. in Physical Sciences + M.S. in Physical Sciences and B.S. in Biological Science + M.S. in Biological Science are considered to be the best courses provided by the institute.
IISER TVM offers BS-MS programme in addition to iPhD and PhD programmes in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science, Data Science, and interdisciplinary areas. The college also provides PhD and Integrated PhD programmes to students. The MSc students are provided a flexible syllabus to study with several electives that are offered from the second semester onwards.
The minimum rank for admission to IISER Thiruvananthapuram differs every year based on the channel. BS-MS admission factors in ranks in JEE Advanced, KVPY, or IISER Aptitude Test. Minimum qualifying marks in related national-level entrance tests are required for MSc, Integrated PhD, and PhD programmes. IISER Thiruvananthapuram decides admission on the basis of merit, rank, and suitability criteria.
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IISER Thiruvananthapuram - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research Fee Structure
After the completion of the application process, candidates must pay the IISER Thiruvananthapuram - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research fees for admission confirmation and seat allotment. The total fees of any course might include different components that can vary from course to course. Check out the IISER Thiruvananthapuram fee structure of the offered courses in the table below:
| Course Name | One-Time Fee | Tuition Fee | Hostel Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. | INR 2,000 | INR 4,44,400 | INR 92,000 |
| M.Sc. | INR 2,000 | INR 1,77,760 | INR 39,800 |
Commonly asked questions On Fees Breakdown
SER Thiruvananthapuram BS fee is around INR 4.4 lakh. The course fee might include multiple fee components. Candidates must make the course fee payment to finalise their admission at ISER. The institute will release the selected candidate's lists after the selection rounds. Selected candidates must pay the BS course fee within the stipulated dates.
All of the seven branches are considered equal. However, according to the Nature Index, the Pune campus ranked 7th, Bhopal 11th, Mohali 13th, and Thiruvananthapuram 14th. All IISERs are known for their excellent faculty, laboratory facilities, and quality of education they provide.
For placements of this institute, students are concerned as it is in decreasing rate. In 2021, INR15-18 Lacs was the the highest package and in 2022 median package was 8 Lacs. As per the NIRF report 2023, the median package offered to B.Sc students was INR 8 LPA. A fluctuating trend was observed in the median package offered in the last three years.
The highest package offered at IISER Thiruvananthapuram is not visible on the official website. Students can keep visiting the official website for updated information. The college placements change every year and are dependents on the level of competition and the available no of seats.
IISER TVM Admission dates 2026
M.Sc. Admissions 2026
Eligibility- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- 10+2 with 75% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: IISER Entrance Exam, JEE Main, JEE Advanced
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
5 Mar '26 - 13 Apr '26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Registration Window |
May '26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026Tentative |
24 May '26 - 7 Jun '26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Hall Ticket |
B.Sc. Admissions 2026
Eligibility- 10+2 with 75% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: IISER Entrance Exam, JEE Main, JEE Advanced
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
5 Mar '26 - 13 Apr '26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Registration Window |
May '26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026Tentative |
24 May '26 - 7 Jun '26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Hall Ticket |
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IISER TVM placements 2024 will be updated here once out. The college is visited by top companies for placements. The below-mentioned are the IISER TVM placement details as per the NIRF report for 2024:
| Particualars | Statistics 2023 |
|---|---|
| Median package | INR 8 LP (UG 5-year) |
| No. of students placed | 13 (UG 5-year) |
The placements of past year are decent but students feel that some improvement in placements is needed which the college is already under going.
Yes, IISER Thiruvananthapuram is a good college. IISER Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) was established in 2008 and offers undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD, and other courses to students. These courses are provided across the Research, Science, and various other streams. IISER Trivandrum provides BS-MS as its flagship courses.
ISER Thiruvananthapuram MS fee ranges from INR 1.8 Lacs to INR 4.4 lakh. The course fee might include multiple fee components. Candidates must make the course fee payment to finalize their admission at ISER. The institute will release the selected candidate's lists after the selection rounds. Selected candidates must pay the MS course fee within the stipulated dates.
No, IISER Thiruvananthapuram MS admission dates for 2026 are not available. IISER Thiruvananthapuram admission 2026 dates are expected to be released in March 2026. The admission is based on the IISER Aptitude Test. The exam authority will conduct the IAT 2026 tentatively in May 2026.
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Yes, IISER Thiruvananthapuram is worth all the hype. IISER Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) was established in 2008 and offers UG, PG, PhD, and other courses to students. These courses are provided across the Research, Science, and various other streams. IISER Trivandrum provides BS-MS as its flagship courses. The college is famous for its research facilities. For research purposes, the college has even set up a Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF).
According to the NIRF report 2023, the median package offered to BSc students during placements 2022 was INR 8 LPA. The table below showcases the median package offered to B.Sc students of IISER Thiruvananthapuram, IISER Pune, and IISER Mohali during the last two years:
| IISER Name | Median Package (2021) | Median Package (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| IISER Thiruvananthapuram | INR 18 LPA | INR 8 LPA |
| IISER Pune | INR 7.50 LPA | INR 11.40 LPA |
| IISER Mohali | INR 6.50 LPA | INR 8 LPA |
According to the NIRF report 2023, a fluctuating trend was observed in the median package offered for the last three years. The table below showcases the median package offered, total students and students placed for BSc programme over the past three years:
| BSc | Statistics (2020) | Statistics (2021) | Statistics (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median package | INR 3.50 LPA | INR 18 LPA | INR 8 LPA |
| Total students | 122 | 160 | 202 |
| Students placed | 13 | 1 | 11 |
IISER TVM has collaborated with various companies and organisations. The college has signed MoUs with various colleges and universities. The below-mentioned are the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram collaborations:
| IISER TVM Collaborations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Abu Academy University | University of Turku in Finland | SINTEF |
| IFE in Norway | - | - |
Note: Visit the official website for other IISER Trivandrum (IISER Kerala) collaborations.
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IISER TVM Admission FAQs
- INSPIRE Fellowship: This fellowship is offered by the Government of India's Department of Science and Technology to all IISER students. To be eligible, students must be in the top 1% of their boards or have a rank below 10,000 in JEE Advanced or AIPMT. Students who are KVPY scholars may also receive this scholarship.
- KVPY fellowships: KVPY scholars admitted to the BS and MS dual degrees at IISER TVM receive fellowships according to KVPY norms. Some KVPY scholars receive INR 7,000 per month.
- Institute scholarships: Some students receive scholarships from their institute.
- Sponsored fellowships: IISER TVM offers sponsored fellowships for the BS-MS Programme.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 5 months ago
IISER Thiruvananthapuram accepts applicants based on their performance in JEE Advanced, KVPY, and IISER Aptitude Tests for its BS-MS course. It accepts applicants who are fit enough to pursue the course by performing well at the exams. These exams ensure that the knowledge and aptitude regarding Sci
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Answered 5 months ago
The choice for the BS-MS Dual Degree at IISER Thiruvananthapuram is made on the basis of performance by the candidate in the qualifying entrance exam i.e., IISER Entrance Exam. Seats are allocated as per merit and the preferred channel of admission. Shortlisted candidates are required to fulfill all
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Answered 6 months ago
IISER TVM, through four schools of study, offers PG, PhD, and other courses to students. These courses are provided across the Science and various other streams. The below-mentioned are IISER TVM schools of study:
| IISER TVM Schools of Study | ||
|---|---|---|
| School of Biology | School of Chemistry | School of Mathematics |
| School of Physics | - | - |
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The safe score in IAT to get into IISER TVM general categories student is that you must score above 120+ to get IAT in IISER TVM . You can also get if you have scored between 115-120 score out of 240 as a general category.
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IISER Thiruvananthapuram cutoff 2025 has been released, wherein the closing rank for admission to the BS + MS course across multiple specialisations stood at 2381 for the students belonging to the General AI quota. Please note that the cutoff ranks vary for different rounds and categories. Detailed
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