IISER Entrance Exam Preparation Tips & Guide 2025

Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research Entrance Exam 2025 ( IISER Entrance Exam )

Manisha Kumari
Updated on May 24, 2024 18:18 IST

By Manisha Kumari, Associate Senior Executive

IISER, the exam official has activated the IAT 2024 mock test link to ace the IAT preparation. Candidates who are taking the IAT 2024 exam on June 9, 2024, can visit the official website, i.e., iiseradmission.in and can attempt the mock test from there.

Also Read: IAT 2024 Mock Test Link Activates @iiseradmission.in; Practice Questions Here 

The IISER Entrance Exam has been deemed challenging by various aspirants who have appeared for the national-level entrance exam. Students need to get their preparation strategy right, should have the prescribed syllabus, and should know all about the IISER Entrance Exam pattern and marking scheme. There are various aspects that one needs to cover in order to ace the IISER Entrance Exam.

Only the brightest and best are able to secure admission to the BS-MS Dual Degree course and the seats are limited. However, with the right preparation, one can come out with flying colours and secure admission to the five-year integrated course.

 

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  • How to Prepare for IISER Entrance Exam
  • IISER Entrance Exam Highlights
  • Preparation Tips for IISER Entrance Exam
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How to Prepare for IISER Entrance Exam

Students can follow the below-mentioned steps on how one should prepare for the IISER Entrance Exam which is as follows: 

Step 1: The candidate should know the IISER Entrance Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme.

Step 2: Get the prescribed IISER Entrance Exam syllabus.

Step 3: Solve Sample Papers and Previous Years' Question Papers.

Step 4: Revision.

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IISER Entrance Exam Highlights

Exam Name

IISER Entrance Exam

Conducting Body

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research

Exam Mode

Offline

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Exam Medium

English

Total Marks of IISER

240 Marks

Official Website

http://www.iiseradmission.in/

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Preparation Tips for IISER Entrance Exam

Know the Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme: The candidate should know the IISER Entrance Exam pattern which comprises of elements such as the mode of the entrance exam, the exam medium, the exam format and exam duration. Other than the pattern, one should also know the number of sections which will be asked in the IISER Entrance Exam question paper, how many questions in total will be asked, will there be negative marking or not, how many marks will be awarded for each correct answer. To know the exam pattern and marking scheme of the IISER Entrance Exam, is like knowing the blueprint of the exam. To know more about the IISER Entrance Exam pattern and marking scheme, click here.

Get the Prescribed IISER Entrance Exam Syllabus: The IISER Entrance Exam has a fixed syllabus which students need to learn from. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. Students should divide their syllabus and try to complete it within a set time period. Other than prep books, students should also stick to their Class 12 Science subjects. The questions asked in the IISER Entrance Exam will be from the syllabus itself and no questions will be asked from out of context. To know more about the IISER Entrance Exam syllabus, click here.

Get Prep Books and Guides: To help you better understand the syllabus better, one can purchase prep books and guides for the IISER Entrance Exam. Students will understand the subjects and topics in a better manner. Also, prep books have sample papers which you can solve. Before purchasing any prep book one should know about what book they are buying, is the prep book covering the contents mentioned in the syllabus or not. Purchase prep books which are well known and prescribed by coaching centres or professors. To know the prep books for the IISER Entrance Exam, click here.

Create a Time Table: The only way to ensure you complete your syllabus on time, is by creating a time table and schedule. Divide your schedule according to the chapters, units and subjects which have to be covered. Make a time table on a weekly basis, from there a daily basis and then gradually on an hourly basis. If you stick to your set time table, you can complete the syllabus on time and will also have time on your hands to revise.

Revision: Once you are done for the day, before getting on to a new chapter or subject, revise what you have learnt first. It will help you in understanding the topics better. Also, jot down points as it can summarize what you have learnt and will help you remember better,

Get Proper Rest: Do not panic, no need to stress out. Get the rest that is required as you cannot keep on continuously keep on studying. Your mind and body need a break and you need to be energised to study properly.

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Based on the corrections made in the provisional answer key, exam officials will release the IAT 2025 Final answer key in the second week of June 2025. The scorecards of IISER 2025 will be made based on the final answer key and test takers will be able to download the scorecard PDF by logging in to

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Yes, the IISER Entrance Test is compulsory to get admission into the BS+MS course at IISER Pune. On the basis of a candidate's score in the IISER entrance exam (also known as the IISER aptitude test), candidates can secure admission to the IISER Pune BS+MS course. After evaluating applicants' scores

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Rachit Kumar

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No, candidates cannot take admission in IISSER Pune BS+MS course without the IISER Entrance Exam. Candidates willing to take admission in the BS-MS course at Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) must appear for the IISER entrance exam, also known as the IISER aptitude test. C

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Kartik Sharma

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The expected application fee for IISER Entrance Exam 2025 of various categories is as follow:

 1. INR 2,000/- for candidates applying under General, EWS, and OBC-NCL categories.

2. INR 1,000/- for candidates applying under persons with disabilities, persons registered as Kashmir migrants and SC/ST cat

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Taru Taneja

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Following the previous year trends and as per the updates mentioned on the IISER 2025 official website, IISER do not release IAT 2025 cut off marks. However, the exam officials based on the counselling registration done for admissions by the candidates, the exam officials releases the round wise IIS

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Nitesh Shukla

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It is highly likely that IISER 2025 cut-off scores will increase for the academic session 2025-26, or at least remain competitive. Here's why, based on the trends and factors influencing IISER admissions:

Key Factors Indicating a Potential Increase in Cut-offs:

Increased Number of Applicants: Reports

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Mayank Panda

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Answered 2 weeks ago

IISER result date 2025 is yet to be announced by the exam officials. Typically, IAT results are announced within 15-20 days of the exam, so this date is for reference only. Once released, the IISER IAT Result Link 2025 will be live on the official website, iiseradmission.in, where you can download y

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Nupur Singh

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Answered 4 weeks ago

IISER 2025 exam was held on May 25, 2025 for the candidates taking admissions to the BS-MS, BS, B.Tech degree courses offered at IISERs, IISc Bangalore, and IIT Madras. After the successful of the examination, the exam officials released the IISER 2025 Student Response Sheet on May 29, 2025.

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Ranjeeta Garg

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Answered 4 weeks ago

Exam officials released the IAT 2025 answer key on May 25, 2025 after the successful conduct of the examination. Test takers will be able to tally their score from the released answer key.

At first the exam officials will release the IISER 2025 provisional answer key and is subject to raise objection

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Dhanya Shrivastava

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IISER cutoff 2024 was released for admission to the MSc specialisations, on the basis of CCMN scores. The cutoff wasd released across a few specialisations in the MSc course. Among the General AI category candidates, the cutoff ranks in the last round were as follows- 795 for admission to M.Sc. in M

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