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IIST Courses & Fees 2025

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CoursesTuition FeesEligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(3 courses)
6.3 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 75 %
M.E./M.Tech(17 courses)
1.4 L - 6.3 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 75 %
Graduation : 60 %
Exams : GATEJEE Main+1 More
M.Sc.(1 course)
1.4 LGet Fee Details
Graduation : 60 %
Exams : GATE
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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.

Q:   Can I join IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology directly?
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No, you cannot join IIIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology directly. For the BTech course, you must first qualify the Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) exam and then apply for IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology counseling. Similarly, for MTech and MSc you must have a valid GATE score. Admissions are based on the aggregate marks scored in entrance exams. There is no provision for direct admission to IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology without qualifying Joint Entrance Examination.

Q:   What is the cutoff of IIST for 2024 admission?
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IIST Trivandrum cutoff 2024 was released for admission to the M.Tech specialisations on the basis of GATE scores. The last round closing scores varied between 350 and 461 for the General AI category candidates. For the OBC AI category candidates, the cutoff ranks were between 286 and 496. The table given below provides the last round closing ranks for the IIST Trivandrum GATE cutoff 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. in Earth System Science370
M.Tech. in Geoinformatics403
M.Tech. in Machine Learning and Computing528
M.Tech. in Materials Science and Technology361
M.Tech.7 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

 

IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Fee Structure

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Q:   What is the cost of MSc at IIST?
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The cost of BTech at IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology is NR 1.4 lakh. The fee is sourced from various sources, hence indicative. The fees also include one-time payments such as registration fees, alumni fees, convocation cum degree fee, etc. Candidates must make the payment online. The institution also offers exemption from the fees for ST/SC/ PD students. 

Q:   What is the BTech application fee at IIST-Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology?
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BTech Application fee at  IIST-Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology:

Category

Fees

Male candidates (General and OBC)

INR 600

Female candidates (General and OBC)

INR 300

SC/ ST/ PD

INR 300

Q:   What is the fees of IIST-Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology BTech programme?
A: 

The overall fees of BTech at IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology is NR 2.5 Lacs - INR 6.3 lakh. The fee is sourced from various sources, hence indicative. The fees also include one-time payments such as registration fees, alumni fees, convocation cum degree fee, etc. Candidates must make the payment online. The institution also offers exemption for ST/SC/ PD students.

BTech Application fee

Category

Fees

Male candidates (General and OBC)

INR 600

Female candidates (General and OBC)

INR 300

SC/ ST/ PD

INR 300

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B.E. / B.Tech

3 CoursesStar Icon4.1(56)4 - 5 years#61 NIRF
₹10.5 - 13.2 LPA
₹6.25 L

M.E./M.Tech

17 CoursesStar Icon3.9(4)2 - 5 years
₹6.2 - 18.5 LPA
₹1.4 L - 6.25 L

M.Sc.

1 Course2 years
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

Ph.D.

1 CourseStar Icon3.0(2)5 years
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₹1.75 L

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B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Avionics)

Star Icon4.14 years#61 NIRF
60
₹10.5 LPA
₹6.25 L

B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering

Star Icon4.24 years#61 NIRF
60
₹10.5 LPA
₹6.25 L

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

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₹1.75 L

M.Tech. in Control System

Star Icon4.42 years
12
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Sc. in Astronomy and Astrophysics

2 years
11
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Machine Learning and Computing

2 years
12
₹18.5 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in VLSI and Microsystems

2 years
20
₹15 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech in Astronomy and Astrophysics

2 years
10
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

B.Tech. in Engineering Physics + M.S./ M.Tech.

Star Icon3.75 years#61 NIRF
24
₹13.2 LPA
₹6.25 L

M.Tech. in Quantum Technology

2 years
11
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics

2 years
20
₹8.5 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Geoinformatics

2 years
10
₹8.5 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Thermal and Propulsion

2 years
20
₹8.4 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Structures and Design

2 years
13
₹6.2 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Optical Engineering

2 years
13
₹9.1 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Power Electronics

2 years
13
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Earth System Science

2 years
13
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Digital Signal Processing

2 years
12
₹9.1 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Materials Science and Technology

2 years
13
₹7.1 LPA
₹1.4 L

M.Tech. in Radio Frequency and Microwave Engineering

2 years
13
₹10.5 LPA
₹1.4 L
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IIST Trivandrum
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4.1/5
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As this is an ISRO institute, you can easily get an internship in any of the ISRO centres and other companies as well.
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For example, in many IITs and NITs there will be lot of internships offered by companies itself, but in IIST, there are no companies at all.
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B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2027
4.4
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Best placements for 2025 .
Placements: ISRO recruits most of the students, and all others are recruited by top companies like Texas Instruments, etc. Along with that, many startups come here. The highest package of the passing out batch of 2025 is about 38 LPA. There are many startups from the college that are offering jobs to students.
Infrastructure: Wi-Fi service is available in all hostels with centralized AC classrooms. There are various sports facilities like badminton, cricket, football, squash, table tennis, chess, carrom, basketball, volleyball, etc. available. There is also a gym with various equipment.
Faculty: All professors are excellent, and their way of teaching is amazing. All the professors are Ph.D. holders and are from different IITs and IISc. Along with that, the teaching assistants are very good as they help you in every possible way with labs and courses.
Other: For aerospace engineering, this is an excellent college as you will get various opportunities for learning about it and doing research.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2025Read More
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Discontinue (Apr 2022) - B.Tech + M.Tech in Optical Engineering - Batch of 2026
4.4
3Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Absolutely satisfied and happy.
Placements: 100 percent placement till now due to ISRO. Around an 8 LPA package. Till now, only ISRO is the major recruiter. Everyone got internships, mainly in ISRO centers or IIST itself. Roles include optical engineer and various other roles such as system designer, tester, and laser technician.
Infrastructure: Wi-Fi, classrooms, and library are all good and present and are really at the top. The library is state of the art, only needing some power backup. Hostel quality is good but very far from the city. The mess food is good and can’t be complained about. They also keep changing the menu regularly.
Faculty: Yes, all teachers are good and qualified. They teach well and concentrate more on understanding than marks. Yes, the course helps in making students industry-ready and helps us learn the standard software. Semester exams are challenging enough, with around a 90 percent pass percentage.
Other: Very good college. Teaches how to live, not only academics.
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B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2027
4.8
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IIST - Unique or just another IIT?
Placements: One of the main reasons students select this college, other than research, is ISRO placements. Every year, more than 60% of students in the whole batch get placed in ISRO if they meet the requirement of a 7.5 CGPA till the 8th semester. The ISRO interview is generally taken during the 6th semester, in which students must have a CGPA of 7 on a scale of 10. Other than ISRO, other core and non-core companies also visit.
Infrastructure: Since the college started in 2007, hostels have been pretty new and always clean. Since it's not a very populated college, you will always find it calm and peaceful here. In the first year, one has to share a room with 2 other batchmates, which turns into 2 people per room from the 2nd year onwards.
Faculty: Faculty members are good, except for some. They are well-qualified and often explain the subjects well. The curriculum is not difficult but not easy either. You will be grinded for the whole semester with assignments, quizzes, labs, and practicals. Now, quizzes have changed to mid-sems, but still, it's not that easy. Exams are of moderate level, and it's relatively graded.
Other: The only reason I chose this course was because of Aerospace and ISRO.
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B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2026
3.6
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It is a good college in terms of education.
Placements: About 80% of students got placed in the last year's batch. A few students choose to study further. The main recruiter is ISRO, so there are no highest package criteria. Along with ISRO, there are a few other companies like Skyroot and Agnikul Cosmos. Everyone got internship offers in ISRO and a few other companies and institutions.
Infrastructure: Apart from sports facilities, all facilities are available like labs, classrooms, a library, etc. The hostel facilities are good. The quality of the food is good. The taste is not good. I don't know what the staff says. It's South Indian food. I am a South Indian but I don't like the food. Medical facilities are good. There is only one small canteen in the entire campus. It is open only from 8 AM - 11 PM. It is difficult to find a canteen facility during exam time, so we need a night canteen.
Faculty: Teachers are well qualified and exams conducted by them also little challenging.Frome 2024 they made few changes is curriculum..they kept few credits for extra curricular activities it's good thing for future students.academics wise no complaint. IIST Is mainly focused on academics so study wise no problem
Other: Since my childhood, I wanted to be a scientist, so I chose this course. The easiest way to join ISRO is IIST, so I opted for this college. Sports facilities are good. The crowd in our college is very small. Due to less crowd, a few problems arise during college fests and events. Our college is far from the city. We have to depend on KSRTC. The connectivity is the main issue. Extracurricular activities are not supported by our college management. I am from a dance club IIST. There is no support from the management. We ask for permission for everything that we require.
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B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Avionics) - Batch of 2028
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3Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Our college is good for students who have an interest in space science.
Placements: The highest salary package offered in the avionics course in 2024 is 23 LPA. The highest salary package offered in the aerospace course is 13 LPA. The average salary package offered in the avionics course is 13 LPA. The average salary package offered in the aerospace course is around 6 LPA - 8 LPA. I don't know much about engineering and physics. I don't think it has much scope from here. If students are coming here, come only for knowledge, not to seek jobs.
Infrastructure: If students want to work in labs, this place is a heaven. Hostels aren't top-notch but they are better than NITs. Wi-Fi has restrictions for games and some websites like other institutes. The mess is not good. It does not provide good food like other colleges.
Faculty: Professors are very helpful. If students are enthusiastic about knowledge, this is the best institution. The curriculum is very difficult. Exams are difficult. Most of the work is lab-based so students can get industry-ready. The only bad thing here is the attendance. The attendance percentage is 80%.
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Learning and enduring platform.
Placements: The recruitment drive is not that strong, and mostly off-campus students get placed. The highest package offered was 10 lakhs per annum, and the lowest was 3 lakhs. However, there are good internship opportunities related to projects that students get, and generally research-related roles are offered.
Infrastructure: The department is huge. We have various types of labs for experiments and research. We have a library and the hostel also provides us with basic amenities. The medical care and help are also available. The food is hygienic and taste may depend upon individual choices.
Faculty: Specialization options are provided to students and accordingly, the curriculum focuses on building the chosen area knowledge in depth. There are various seminars and webinars conducted to help us get industry exposure. The exams are a bit difficult.
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IIST Trivandrum 
Admission FAQs

Q:   Does IIST-Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology offer any dual degree?
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Yes, the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology does offer dual degree in BTech and MTech. The dual degree programme is offered for five years covering ten semesters. On successful completion, the students are awarded a BTech degree in Engineering Physics and MTech. degree in one of the following four postgraduate streams:

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Science in Solid State Physics
  • Earth System Science
  • Optical Engineering
Q:   Can I get IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology B.Tech with a 280 score in JEE Mains?
A: 

IIST accepts JEE Main score for admission to BTech admission. However, JEE Main is not enough and candidates also need to pass JEE Advanced for admission. The large number of JEE Main applicants and limited seats makes the competition high. Aspirants generally require a high score to get admission in the BTech programme. 280 is a low score and might not be enough for a students to get admission in Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology.

Q:   Can I get into IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology with 70% in class 12th?
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No, you can not get into IIST - Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology with 70 percent in class 12th. To get admission to the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), you must have secured a minimum aggregate of 75% marks in the 10+2 examination, with at least 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). Along with this, the minimum Joint Entrance Examination Advanced score required to get admission to the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) is 200. 
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How is IIST? What has been the CCMT cutoff trend for the past few years?

Answered 2 months ago

The Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology is a renowned and top reputed institute which offers various Undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses which mainly focuses on space Science and technology. The college accepts GATE entrance exam for admission to its M.Tech and MArch courses.

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Is IIST Indore good in terms of placements?

Answered 4 months ago

IIST Indore  provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the overall placement highlights of the IIST Indore in 2022-2023:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

the highest Package

INR 28 LPA

INR 40 LPA

Average Package

INR 4.23 LPA

INR 4.77 LPA

Total Recruiters

136+

NA

Total Offers

151+

530+

Note- The institute has not released the 2

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Meitankeisangbam Vasundha

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How are the IIST Indore placements? Is it worth it?

Answered 4 months ago

IIST Indore provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies and it is totally worth it. Check out the table below to know the overall key highlights of the IIST Indore placement in 2022-2023:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

the highest Package

INR 28 LPA

INR 40 LPA

Average Package

INR 4.23 LPA

INR 4.77 LPA

Total Recruiters

136+

NA

Total Offers

151+

530+

Note- The in

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Meitankeisangbam Vasundha

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Who are the top recruiters at IIST Indore placements?

Answered 4 months ago

Some the top recruiters for IIST Indore are listed below:

IIST Indore Top recruiters

Google

Cisco

Cognizant

Tech Mahindra

Accenture

Deloitte

Capgemini

Wipro

Gail India Ltd

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Meitankeisangbam Vasundha

Contributor-Level 10

What is the average package offered at IIST Indore placements?

Answered 4 months ago

The average package offered at IIST Indore placements stood at INR 4.77 LPA. Check out the table for overall average package offered at IIST Indore placement in 2022-2023:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Average Package

INR 4.23 LPA

INR 4.77 LPA

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