IISER Entrance Exam Syllabus 2023: Download Latest Syllabus PDF

Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research Entrance Exam 2023 ( IISER Entrance Exam )

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IISER 2023 syllabus is declared by the examination conducting in the information brochure after the application process for IISER Entrance Exam 2023 started. Questions in the IISER exam are asked from topics present in the syllabus of Class 11 and 12 books. IISER 2022 exam question paper carried questions from the sections- Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. For better preparation of the IISER exam, the candidate must review the complete IISER 2022 syllabus as questions asked will test the candidate's analytic ability. Candidates can view the detailed IISER 2022 syllabus as released by IISER below and IISER 2023 syllabus will be provided soon after the release of the application forms and brochure on the official website.

IISER entrance exam 2023 syllabus has not been released. Given below is the last year's IISER entrance exam syllabus for students' reference.

IISER Syllabus 2023 for Biology

Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the IISER Biology paper as mentioned in the table below:

IISER 2023 Important Topics for Biology

Diversity in the living world

Human physiology

Structural organization in animals and plants

Reproduction

Cell structure and function

Genetics and evolution

Plant physiology

Biology and human welfare

Ecology and environment

Biotechnology and its application

IISER Syllabus 2023 for Chemistry

Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the IISER

IISER 2023 Important Topics for Chemistry

Some Basic Concept of Chemistry

Organic Chemistry – Some Basic Principles and Techniques

Structure of Atom

Hydrocarbons

Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

Environmental Chemistry

Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

The solid state

States of Matter

Solutions

Thermodynamics

Electrochemistry

Equilibrium

Chemical Kinetics

Redox Reactions

Surface chemistry

Hydrogen

General principles and processes of isolation of elements

The s-block Elements

The d- & f-block elements

The p-block Elements

Coordination compounds

Organic compounds containing nitrogens

Haloalkanes and haloarenes

Biomolecules

Alcohols, phenols and ethers

Polymers

Aldehydes, ketones and carboxylic acids

                                                                                                                     Chemistry in everyday life

IISER Syllabus 2023 for Physics

Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the IISER Physics paper as mentioned in the table below:

IISER 2023 Important Topics for Physics

Physical World and Measurement

Waves

Kinematics

Electrostatics

Laws of Motion

Current Electricity

Work, Energy and Power

Magnetic effect of current and magnetism

Motion of Systems of Particles and Rigid body

Electromagnetic Induction

Gravitation

Alternating Current

Properties of bulk matter

Electromagnetic Waves

Thermodynamics

Optics

Behavior of perfect gas and kinetic energy

Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

Oscillations

Atoms

Electronic devices

Nuclei

Communication Systems

IISER Syllabus 2023 for Mathematics

Candidates can go through important topics that they should consider studying in order to score well in the IISER Mathematics paper as mentioned in the table below:

IISER 2023  Important Topics for Mathematics

Sets

Introduction to Three Dimensional Geometry

Relations and functions

Limits and Derivatives

Trigonometric Functions

Mathematical Reasoning

Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Statistics

Principle of Mathematical Induction

Probability

Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations

Matrices

Linear Inequalities

Determinants

Permutations and Combinations

Continuity and Differentiability

Binomial Theorem

Application of Derivatives

Sequences and Series

Integrals

Straight Lines

Applications of integrals

Conic Sections

Differential equations

Vectors

Three dimensional geometry

Linear Programming

Note: The official website informs that IISER entrance exam syllabus "generally follows NCERT syllabus for classes XI and XII".

Check IISER entrance exam pattern here.

Q: Where to find IISER 2023 entrance exam syllabus?

A: IISER 2023 entrance examination provides admission to candidates in the five-year-long BSMS dual degree programme offered by them. On the basis of a candidates score in the IISER Entrance Exam (also known as IISER aptitude test), he/she can secure admission at IISER located in Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, or Tirupati. Since it is an undergraduate degree, the syllabus for the examination is confined to class 11 and 12 subjects which are Physics Chemistry Biology and mathematics. Candidates can find the complete syllabus in the information brochure of the IISER 2023 on the official website. For detailed syllabus, candidates can view the below Shiksha link- https://www.shiksha.com/science/iiser-entrance-exam-syllabus.

Q: What is the level of the IISER Entrance Exam 2023 syllabus?

A: The IISER Entrance Exam 2023 syllabus is in tune with the Class 11 and 12 Board exam syllabus. The questions in the examination are asked from 4 domains of Science subject, which is Mathematics, Biology Chemistry and Physics. As per the syllabus mentioned in the information brochure of IISER 2023, it is observed that in Biology subject maximum syllabus is covered from class 12 book. For the subject of Physics. Mathematics and Chemistry the syllabus is equally distributed in class 11 and 12.

Q: How many sections are asked in the IISER Entrance Exam?

A: The IISER Entrance Exam 2023 pattern has been specified for this year's examination. It has been observed that the IISER Entrance Exam 2023 pattern remains to be same as of the previous year of IISER Entrance Exam which was also conducted in online mode I. e. computer-based. IAT will consist of 60 questions, 15 questions each from Biology Chemistry Mathematics, and Physics. Total time for answering the test will be 180 minutes. Questions will be of multiple choice
type with only one correct answer.

Q: What is the syllabus for Biology in IISER 2023 entrance examination?

A: The syllabus for Biology in IISER 2023 entrance exam is mentioned below-
Diversity in the living world.
1. Structural organisation in animals- Animal tissues, organs and organ systems (earthworm, cockroach and frog)
2. Structural organisation in plants- morphology and anatomy of flowering plants.
3. Cell structure and function.
4. Plant and Animal physiology.
5. Human Physiology.
6. Reproduction
7. Genetics and Evolution
8. Biology and human welfare
9. Biotechnology and its applications
10. Ecology and environment.

Q: What is the syllabus for Mathematics in IISER 2023 entrance examination?

A: The syllabus for Mathematics in IISER 2023 entrance examination is as follows:
Sets Relations and Functions Trigonometric Functions, Inverse Trigonometric Functions Principles of Mathematical Induction, Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Linear Inequalities, Permutations and Combinations, Binomial Theorem, Sequences and Series, Straight lines, Conic Sections Three Dimensional Geometry, Limits and Derivatives Mathematical Reasoning, Statistics Probability
Matrices, Determinants Continuity and Differentiability, Application of Derivatives, Integrals Applications of Integrals Differential Equations Vectors and Linear Programming.

Q: What is the syllabus for Chemistry in IISER 2023 entrance examination?

A: The syllabus for Chemistry in IISER 2023 entrance examination is as follows-
Structure of the Atom, Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, States of Matter Thermodynamics Equilibrium, Redox Reactions Hydrogen, The s-block Elements, The p-Block Elements Organic Chemistry Some Basic Principles and Techniques, Hydrocarbons, Environmental Chemistry The solid state, Solutions, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry General principles and processes of isolation of elements, The d and f block elements, Coordination Compounds, Haloalkanes and haloarenes, Alcohols, phenols and ether, Aldehydes, ketones and carboxylic acids. Organic compounds containing nitrogen, Biomolecules Polymers, Chemistry in everyday life.

Q: What is the syllabus of Physics in IISER 2023 entrance examination?

A: The syllabus for Physics in IISER 2023 entrance examination is as follows:
Physical World and Measurement
Kinematics, Laws of Motion. Work, Energy and Power. Motion of Systems of Particles and Rigid body, Gravitation Properties of bulk matter, Thermodynamics Behavior of perfect gas and kinetic energy, Oscillations, Waves Electrostatics, Current Electricity Magnetic effect of current and magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction Alternating current, Electromagnetic Waves Optics Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter. Atoms, Nuclei, Electronic devices, Communication Systems.

Q: What is the difficulty level of IISER entrance test?

A: IISER 2023 entrance examination is considered to be one of the finest and the toughest exams under Science stream undergraduate entrance examination as it provides the BSMS dual degree in the most reputed and research-oriented institutions across the country which is IISERs. On a comparison note, candidates will find the examination tougher than JEE Main exam, but below JEE Advanced. Unlike JEE or NEET the IISER aptitude test asks questions from both mathematics and Biology. Subjects which are found tougher in IISER entrance examination-
Organic Chemistry can easily create hassle while giving the entrance examination as there are a lot of naming reactions, its electrophilic and nucleophilic attacks which are commonly asked in the examination. For the bio-background people, the Math section is not usually unscalable. With a decent understanding of regular 11th and 12th-grade concepts, you should be able to crack a few questions without much trouble. Of course, the caveat being that you rock it in the bio section and make up for it. So ensure that you don't falter at this juncture.
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Q: Is NCERT's syllabus enough for IISER?

A: According to the exam authorities, the syllabus of the IISER 2023 Aptitude Test is based on Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT syllabus and curriculum. Hence, the IISER Aptitude Test books for preparation should be of a higher secondary level. Moreover, NCERT books would also suffice as IISER Entrance Exam preparation the content. However, candidates must look for other reference books and attempt as much mock tests so that it can give the variability in the preparation. Candidates can refer the following reference books in the Shiksha link https://www.shiksha.com/science/iiser-entrance-exam-books.
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Q: What are the types of questions asked in the IISER 2023 exam?

A: The IISER Entrance Exam questions are objective and carries multiple choices (MCQs). Each question will have four answer options. Candidates will have to deduce the correct answer option and click on it with the help of mouse. Since IISER 2023 exam will be conducted in a computer-based mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. In case it is the correct option, they will get full marks and in case of wrong answer, negative marking scheme will be applied. Hence, candidates must ensure the accuracy of the answer before selecting the answer. Before the final submission, they can change the answer option in case they realise that they have entered a wrong answer option earlier.

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Where to get IISER previous year's question papers?

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Manisha Kumari

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2 weeks ago

Candidates can visit the official website for downloading the IISER Entrance Examination previous year's question papers. Candidates can also visit the Shiksha IISER 2023 examination page for downloading the IISER entrance examination question papers. The link is provided below- https://www.shiks...Candidates can visit the official website for downloading the IISER Entrance Examination previous year's question papers. Candidates can also visit the Shiksha IISER 2023 examination page for downloading the IISER entrance examination question papers. The link is provided below- https://www.shiksha.com/science/iiser-entrance-exam-question-papers. However, if the candidates want the hard copy of the previous year's question papers then the candidate can visit the Amazon website and can search for the IISER previous year's question paper booklet. There are many publication houses that release the updated previous year's IISER question paper booklet.

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What are the factors to select the right IISER aptitude test preparation books?

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Aspirants should keep in mind the following factors while selecting the right preparation books for the IISER Aptitude Test:Content of books You must refer to the reviews of the best books for IISER Aptitude Test preparation to know how easy it would be to read and understand those books. The fac...Aspirants should keep in mind the following factors while selecting the right preparation books for the IISER Aptitude Test:
Content of books You must refer to the reviews of the best books for IISER Aptitude Test preparation to know how easy it would be to read and understand those books. The factors in the content that should be checked include the quality of language or ease of understanding or comprehension, coverage of topics and chapters from the IISER Aptitude Test syllabus, among others. Edition Candidates should always refer to the latest edition of IISER entrance preparation books. Older editions may contain outdated content, which would not aid their preparation properly. Practice Materials While selecting the best books for the exam, you should also check whether along with chapter-wise theoretical content, the books also have sufficient practice questions along with their answer keys and solutions, or previous years solved question papers.

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Which books are suggested for Physics in IISER Entrance Examination 2023?

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Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Physics-The following table brings the list of top books for the IISER Aptitude Test Physics section. 1. Concepts if Physics Volume I by H. C Verma2. Concepts if Physics Volume II by H. C Verma3. NCERT Physics Class XI4. NCERT Physics Class XII5. Fundamentals of...Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Physics-
The following table brings the list of top books for the IISER Aptitude Test Physics section.
1. Concepts if Physics Volume I by H. C Verma
2. Concepts if Physics Volume II by H. C Verma
3. NCERT Physics Class XI
4. NCERT Physics Class XII
5. Fundamentals of Physics by Halliday, Resnik, Walker
6. Problems in General Physics by I. E Irodov.

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Which books are suggested for Chemistry in IISER Entrance Examination?

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Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Chemistry-Here we bring the list of top books for the IISER Aptitude Test Chemistry section. 1. NCERT Chemistry Class XI2. NCERT Chemistry Class XII3. Organic Chemistry by Morrison and Boyd4. Inorganic Chemistry for IIT JEE by O. P Tandon5. Concise Inorganic Che...Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Chemistry-
Here we bring the list of top books for the IISER Aptitude Test Chemistry section.
1. NCERT Chemistry Class XI
2. NCERT Chemistry Class XII
3. Organic Chemistry by Morrison and Boyd
4. Inorganic Chemistry for IIT JEE by O. P Tandon
5. Concise Inorganic Chemistry for JEE by J. D Lee
6. Numerical Chemistry by P Bahadur
7. Chemical Calculations by R. C Mukherjee.

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Which books are suggested for Biology in IISER Entrance Examination preparation?

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Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Biology-The best Biology books for IISER Aptitude Test are listed in the table below. 1. Objective Biology Volume I & II by Truemans2. Objective NCERT at Your Fingertips by MTG Editorial Board3. NCERT Biology Book for Class 12 by NCERT4. Master The NCERT...Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Biology-
The best Biology books for IISER Aptitude Test are listed in the table below.
1. Objective Biology Volume I & II by Truemans
2. Objective NCERT at Your Fingertips by MTG Editorial Board
3. NCERT Biology Book for Class 12 by NCERT
4. Master The NCERT for NEET 11 & 12 Biology by Sanjay Sharma
5. Handbook of Biology by Arihant.

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Which books are suggested for Mathematics in IISER Entrance Examination?

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Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Mathematics-The most preferred books for the IISER Aptitude Test for Mathematics along with their authors are listed below. 1. Problems Plus in IIT Mathematics by A Das Gupta2. Comprehensive Mathematics JEE Advanced by Tata McGraw Hill3. Plane Trigonometry Part ...Best IISER Aptitude Test Books for Mathematics-
The most preferred books for the IISER Aptitude Test for Mathematics along with their authors are listed below.
1. Problems Plus in IIT Mathematics by A Das Gupta
2. Comprehensive Mathematics JEE Advanced by Tata McGraw Hill
3. Plane Trigonometry Part 1 by SL Loneyx.

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Which subject carries maximum weightage at IISER Entrance Examination?

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IISER Entrance Exam carries equal weightage of all the subjects which are asked in the examination. The IISER Entrance Exam Marking Scheme is as follows:1. Physics 15 questions will be asked in the examination and 60 marks will be the maximum awarded for all the correct answers. 2. Mathematics- 1...IISER Entrance Exam carries equal weightage of all the subjects which are asked in the examination. The IISER Entrance Exam Marking Scheme is as follows:
1. Physics 15 questions will be asked in the examination and 60 marks will be the maximum awarded for all the correct answers.
2. Mathematics- 15 questions will be asked in the examination and 60 marks will be the maximum awarded for all the correct answers.
3. Chemistry 15 questions will be asked in the examination and 60 marks will be the maximum awarded for all the correct answers.
4. Biology 15 questions will be asked in the examination and 60 marks will be the maximum awarded for all the correct answers. Marking scheme: Candidates will be awarded three marks for each correct answer. There will be negative marking of one mark for each incorrect answer.

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What are some preparation tips for IISER entrance examination?

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Stepwise Preparation for IISER Entrance ExamStep 1: Understand the Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme. Step 2: Get the prescribed Exam syllabus for the applied course. Step 3: Get all the study material you can to prepare better for IISER Entrance ExamStep 4: Create a day-to-day and weekly timetable...Stepwise Preparation for IISER Entrance Exam
Step 1: Understand the Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme. Step 2: Get the prescribed Exam syllabus for the applied course. Step 3: Get all the study material you can to prepare better for IISER Entrance Exam
Step 4: Create a day-to-day and weekly timetable on how much material you can study on a daily basis.

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Is IISER entrance examination tougher than JEE Advanced?

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IISER Aptitude Test difficulty level is more like of JEE Main level and hence it is found that IISER IAT is usually easier than JEE Advance. There are four sections in the exam, and all have equal weightage. Mentioned below are the details for the same:Biology:This section might sound a tough nut...IISER Aptitude Test difficulty level is more like of JEE Main level and hence it is found that IISER IAT is usually easier than JEE Advance. There are four sections in the exam, and all have equal weightage. Mentioned below are the details for the same:
Biology:
This section might sound a tough nut to crack for the PCM students, but a reasonable understanding of class 11 and 12 NCERT concepts can help you sail through this section. If you are not familiar with Biology try to ace the Maths section. As the number of test-takers has grown over the years, this section has also seen a surged difficulty level. Maths:
For the Biology students, it might be hard to crack. You need to focus on 11th and 12th class concepts. You can search for the doable questions and solve them. The level is usually at par or even above JEE Mains. The Biology students can cover the scores in their specialised section. Physics and Chemistry:
This section is usually easier than the above two sections. The scores obtained here can make-or-break your chances for counselling. The questions in these two sections cover the fundamental and essential concepts. It is better to score well in these two sections. The sections are not really tough. They are far away from the difficulty level of JEE Advance. Overall, the exam is far from the JEE Advanced level. The Biology students have the advantage to finish their section quicker. Make sure your fundamentals are clear and your reasoning ability is good. This should be enough to secure a good score.

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What are the details mentioned in IISER Entrance Exam 2023 Scorecard?

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The following details will be mentioned on the IISER Entrance Exam scorecard which is as follows:
1. Name
2. Roll Number
3. Marks Secured
4. Rank Secured
5. Percentage/Percentile Secured.

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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Research)
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  • Total Fees: ₹ 40,000
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B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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B.S. in Geological Sciences + M.S. in Geological Sci...
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Integrated M.Sc. in Data Science
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