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M.Tech. in Earth System Science 

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M.Tech. in Earth System Science
 at 
IIST Trivandrum 
Overview

Total Tuition Fees

1.40 Lakh
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Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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M.Tech. in Earth System Science
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M.Tech. in Earth System Science
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Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
1.40 Lakh
1.07 Lakh
6,500
2.54 Lakh
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M.Tech. in Earth System Science
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   What is the cutoff for IIST Thiruvananthapuram?
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IIST Thiruvananthapuram cutoff 2024 has been concluded for further admissions. The cutoff was released for different categories belonging to the All India category candidates. The institute accepts CCMT scores for admission to the M.Tech specialisations. The cutoff was released for different categories belonging to the All India quota. For the General AI category candidates, the closing scores were between the range of 350 and 461. Candidates can check the branch-wise cutoff in the table below:

Course2024
M.Tech. in Control System370
M.Tech. in VLSI and Microsystems439
M.Tech. in Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics461
M.Tech. in Digital Signal Processing354
M.Tech. in Earth System Science370
M.Tech. in Geoinformatics403
M.Tech. in Machine Learning and Computing528
M.Tech. in Materials Science and Technology361
M.Tech. in Optical Engineering365
M.Tech. in Power Electronics389
M.Tech. in Radio Frequency and Microwave Engineering350
M.Tech in Structures and Design404
M.Tech.1 in Thermal and Propulsion415
M.Tech. in Quantum Technology450
M.Tech in Manufacturing Technology355
M.Tech in Astronomy and Astrophysics350
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Q:   How much rank should I score to get a seat at IIST?
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To get a seat at IIST Trivandrum through CCMT, candidate must target a score mentioned in the cutoff list. The cutoff was released for different the categories belonging to the All India quota. Among the General AI category candidates, the target score for different specialisations were at the range of 350 and 528, for different specialisations. 

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Q:   What is the cost of MTech at IIST?
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IIST-Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology offeres MTech at postgraduate level. The MTech course's tuition fee ranges from INR 1.4 lakh - INR 6.3 lakh. The fee is sourced from various sources, hence indicative. Candidates must make the payment online. The institution also offers exemption from tuittion fee for ST/SC/ PD students. The Institution will also charge other fees for things like examinations, computers, alumni fees, campus development fees, institute and library deposits (refundable), and much more. Depending on the kind of lodging selected, there may be additional costs for mess and hostel. For students in various categories, IIST provides a range of financial aid and scholarship alternatives. To get the latest recent information, go to the IIST website. 

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Q:   How are the current placements for MTech in Machine Learning at IIST?
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The institute has released specialisation-wise placement details for the MTech batch 2021-23. Of all the specialisations, Aerospace Engineering in Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics, Avionics in VLSI and Microsystems and Earth & Space Science Engineering in Geoinformatics recorded a 100% placement rate. The following table represents the specialisation-wise IIST MTech placement data for 2023:

SpecialisationPlacement Rate (2023)Total Offers  (Intern + full-time) 2023
Thermal and Propulsion85%11
Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics100%6
Structure and Design66%9
RF and Microwave Engineering57%7
Digital Signal Processing66%11
Control System80%6
VLSI and Microsystems100%14
Power Electronics85%10
Material Science and Technology83%6
Geoinformatics100%5
Machine Learning and Computing72%13
Optical Engineering25%1
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Q:   What is the cutoff for M.Tech in IIST Trivandrum?
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IIST Trivandrum M.Tech cutoff 2024 was concluded on the basis of GATE exam score. The cutoff was released for General AI, OBC AI, SC AI, ST AI, EWS AI and PWD AI category candidates. The cutoff was released as opening and closing scores. The table below consists of the last round closing scores for the General AI category candidates:

Course2024
M.Tech. in Control System370
M.Tech. in VLSI and Microsystems439
M.Tech. in Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics461
M.Tech. in Digital Signal Processing354
M.Tech.9 in Earth System Science370
M.Tech. in Geoinformatics403
M.Tech. in Machine Learning and Computing528
M.Tech. in Materials Science and Technology361
M.Tech. in Optical Engineering365
M.Tech. in Power Electronics389
M.Tech. in Radio Frequency and Microwave Engineering350
M.Tech. in Structures and Design404
M.Tech. in Thermal and Propulsion415
M.Tech in Quantum Technology450
M.Tech in Manufacturing Technology355
M.Tech in Astronomy and Astrophysics350
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M.Tech. in Earth System Science
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2023)
Median SalaryINR 10.00 Lakh
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M.Tech. in Earth System Science
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Entry Requirements

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M.Tech. in Earth System Science
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Admission Process

    Important Dates

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    COURSE
    GATE
    Aug 28 - Oct 6, 2025
    GATE 2026 Application form availability without late fees
    Oct 9, 2025
    GATE 2026 Registration with late fees
    Oct 31, 2025
    Start Date for GATE 2026 Application Form CorrectionTentative

    M.Tech. in Earth System Science
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    IIST Trivandrum 
    Cutoffs

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    CCMT round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
    Round20242025
    1462429
    2429376
    3370368
    4-356
    CCMT round-wise cutoff Rank: (OBC-All India)
    Round20242025
    1387390
    2342356
    3330348
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    6318-
    GATE round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
    Round20242025
    1462429
    2429376
    3370368
    4-356
    GATE round-wise cutoff Rank: (OBC-All India)
    Round20242025
    1387390
    2342356
    3330348
    4--
    5--
    6318-
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    Students also asked

    Q:   Does IIST have good placements?
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    The institute has a decent placement record. Non-ISRO placement/ full-time offers for BTech increased from 18 in 2022 to 38 in 2023. The total offers (Intern + full-time) made to M.Tech students increased from 96 in 2022 to 99 in 2023. The table below compares the IIST placements 2023 with 2022:

    ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2022)Placement Statistics (2023)
    Total students

    - BTech: 115

    - Dual Degree: 19

    - BTech: 130

    - Dual Degree: 18

    - MTech: 80

    Total no. of students eligible for ISRO absorption

    - BTech: 78

    - Dual Degree: 7

    - BTech: 81

    - Dual Degree: 16

    No. of Non-ISRO placement/ full-time offers

    - BTech: 18

    - Dual Degree: 7

    - BTech: 38
    No. of placement/ full-time offers- MTech: 64- MTech: 63
    Total offers (Intern + full-time)- MTech: 96- MTech: 99
    No. of students available for placement- MTech: 102- MTech: 77
    No. of students placedN/A- MTech: 51
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    Q:   Who is eligible for BTech at IIST-Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology?
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    Candidates who have a valid score in the JEE Advanced and JEE Main exams are eligible for both the BTech and BTech+Mtech degree at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology. Further, candidates are required to qualify for the eligibility criteria, i.e twelve years of school education with 75% aggregate from a recognised institution (The aggregate marks for SC, ST and PD candidates should be at least 65%). Qualified candidates must complete the IIST admission procedure and finalised their seats.

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    Q:   Is it expensive to study BTech at IIST Trivandrum?
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    IIST Trivandrum offers the flagship Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programme in a variety of specializations. The course is a popular programme for students seeking to build a career in Engineering. The total tuition fees for IIST Trivandrum BTech is INR 6.25 L. Students can also check out the various scholarship schemes offered by IIST Trivandrum.

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    Q:   How is the placement at IIST?
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    All the important details related to IIST placements 2023 are mentioned in the table below:

    ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)
    Total students

    - BTech: 130

    - Dual Degree: 18

    - MTech: 80

    Total no. of students eligible for ISRO absorption

    - BTech: 81

    - Dual Degree: 16

    No. of Non-ISRO placement/ full-time offers- BTech: 38
    the highest package

    - BTech: INR 16.60 LPA

    - Dual Degree: INR 13.20 LPA

    - MTech: INR 28 LPA

    Median package*

    - BTech: INR 10.50 LPA

    - Dual Degree: INR 13.20 LPA

    No. of placement/ full-time offers- MTech: 63
    Total offers (Intern + full-time)- MTech: 99
    No. of students available for placement- MTech: 77
    No. of students placed- MTech: 51
    No. of internship offers- MTech: 36

    *The median salary mentioned above is the highest amount offered in all the departments.

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    Q:   When shall I download the GATE 2026 admit card?
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    The GATE admit card 2026 will be available on the GATE's 2026 official website, which will be launched soon. This year, IIT Guwahati is conducting the GATE 2026. The GATE admit card 2026 login will be available at the GOAPS portal. The credentials required are enrollment ID and password. 

    he admit card will contain the GATE exam date, time, candidates' details, the complete address of the exam centre and exam instructions. The direct link to download the GATE admit card will also be provided here. Those candidates who want to appear for the GATE 2026 exam need to carry an admit card. No candidate will be allowed to appear for the GATE without an admit card. Therefore, the GATE admit card is a mandatory document because None of the candidates will be allowed to appear for the exam without it.

    GATE admit card 2025 was released on January 7, 2025 by IIT Roorkee online. 

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