Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Mohali Answered Questions

IISER Mohali has an Opportunity Cell that takes care of the campus placement facilities. During 2024 placements, 3 BS-MS students were placed and the median package stood at INR 11.4 LPA. Check out the key highlights of IISER Mohali placements for the BS-MS Class of 2023 and 2024 in the table below:ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)Placement Statistics (2024)Median package (BS-MS)INR 8.67 LPAINR 11.4 LPATotal students graduated (BS-MS)182157Total students placed (BS-MS)103Note: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the IISER Mohali NIRF report 2025.

According to unofficial online sources, a large share of IISER Mohali alumni is working in the Research sector with a 43% share. The other top sectors that involve the majority of alumni are Education and Engineering. The pie chart below illustrates the detailed sector-wise distribution of alumni:NOTE: The sectors involved in the 'Others' category are Media and Communication, Community and Social Services, Information Technology, Consulting, Finance, and Administrative.

IISER Mohali offers good placements annually for its BS-MS dual degree courses. The placement details of the batch 2025 are yet to be released on the official website. Once it is released, it will be updated here. However, the placement details of batch 2024 is disclosed in the NIRF report 2024. Check out the key highlights of IISER Mohali placements for the BS-MS Class of 2023 and 2024 in the table below:ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)Placement Statistics (2024)Median package (BS-MS)INR 8.67 LPAINR 11.4 LPATotal students graduated (BS-MS)182157Total students placed (BS-MS)103Note: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the IISER Mohali NIRF report 2025.

The IISER average package has not been released on the official website. However, the median package offered in 2024 placements is disclosed in the NIRF report 2025. Check out the table below for course-wise median packages offered during IISER Mohali placements between 2022 and 2024:Course  Median Package (2022)Median Package (2023)Median Package (2024)BS-MS (Dual Degree Course)INR 8 LPAINR 8.67 LPAINR 11.4 LPANOTE: The above salary details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

Yes, the institute has an Opportunity Cell that offers campus placement facilities for students. The official placement statistics are yet to be released. However, the NIRF report 2025 has been released on the official website. The report incorporates the 2024 placement details for BS MS courses. Out of 157 BSc students, 3 were placed during IISER Mohali placements 2024. Further, the median package offered to BS MS students was INR 11.4 LPA. 

Based on the verified Shiksha reviews and comments from students and alumni of IISER Mohali, here's an assessment of the placement cell's effectiveness, and succesfulness of placements cell. Here are some key points that summarise the concerns:According to several reviews, students typically secure placements independently, with some companies offering on-campus recruitment opportunities.Dr. Reddy's Lab began visiting IISER Mohali in 2019 for chemical Science students, offering packages around INR 5.5 LPA.Some students receive placement offers while pursuing their course, but others prefer to continue their education, seeking PhD programs abroad.Alumni feedback suggests that most students don't participate in the placement process due to their preference for pursuing higher education over taking up employment immediately.Conclusively, while there may be occasional on-campus recruitment drives, IISER Mohali doesn't have a formal placement cell, and students largely rely on self-initiative to secure employment.

The highest package offered during IISER Mohali placements 2024 is yet to be released. Meanwhile, check out the below table for course-wise median packages offered during IISER Mohali placements between 2021 and 2024:Course  Median Package (2024)BS-MS Dual Degree CourseINR 11.4 LPANote: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the IISER Mohali NIRF report 2025.

Following the release of the IISER results, a seat allocation list with the roll numbers of candidates assigned seats in the BSMS course through various routes (SCB, KVPY JEE) is made public. On July 15, 2024, tentatively, candidates can check the first round allotment list on the exam's official website. To download the offer letters, all candidates whose roll numbers are listed in the allocation list for the first round must log into their application portal.

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali has released for admission to BS and BS-MS (Dual Degree) programs. As per the IISER Mohali cutoff 2024, the last round closing rank is 1138 for all the BS-MS specialisations. According to IISER Mohali cutoff 2023, the last round closing ranks were 706, respectively. Comparing the two years' cutoffs, an improving trend can be seen in the cutoff released in 2024. Candidates preparing for IISER Mohali 2024 admission can refer to the table given below to check out the specialisation-wise Round 1 cutoff for 2024.Course2024B.S. in Biological Science + M.S. in Biological Science1138B.S. in Chemical Sciences + M.S. in Chemical Sciences1138B.S. in Mathematical Sciences + M.S. in Mathematical Sciences1138B.S. in Physical Sciences + M.S. in Physical Sciences1138

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}Effectiveness of Placement Cell for M.Sc. Courses at IISER MohaliBased on the reviews and statements provided by students and alumni, here's what emerges:* No Placement Cell: There is no dedicated placement cell at IISER Mohali specifically catering to M.Sc. courses. Students are expected to secure internships and employment opportunities independently.* Students Pursue Higher Education Abroad: Many students opt for Ph.D. programs and postdoctoral fellowships in European and American institutions, rather than pursuing industrial careers.* Limited Industry Exposure: Due to the lack of nearby industries, students may face limited opportunities for internships and placements within the region.* Self-Funded Internships: Some students mentioned securing self-funded internships with organizations like Microsoft and Mercedes-Benz, highlighting the importance of proactively seeking opportunities.* Faculty Support: Faculty members are supportive of students' career aspirations and provide guidance on pursuing research-based higher education abroad.In summary, while IISER Mohali does not have a dedicated placement cell for M.Sc. courses, students are encouraged to explore independent opportunities for internships and higher education abroad. Faculty support plays a crucial role in guiding students towards their career goals.