Is MSc available in IIT Bombay?

Yes, MSc is offered by the institute. The PG-level course is available in seven specialisations, including Chemistry, Biotechnology, Applied Geology, Applied Geophysics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Statistics & Informatics. Moreover, the institute also offers MSc + PhD (dual degree) course in three specialisations including Environmental Science & Engineering, Operations Research, Energy Science & Engineering.

How many seats are available in IIT Bombay for MSc?

The total seat intake for MSc specialisations is 360. The seat bifurcation is category-wise. Hence, the seats are divided amongst the General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PD categories. The mentioned intake is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.

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Q: How can I get admission in IIT Bombay MSc?

Aspirants with a valid bachelor's degree issued by a recognised university are eligible for admission to the PG course. Admission to the MSc programme is offered based on IIT JAM score followed by CCMN counselling. The seat allotment is carried out based on document verification, seat intake, and category of the students, during the counselling. The application process for IIT JAM is carried out in online mode.

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The IIT JAM 2026 registration process is open for the MSc course, and the deadline has been extended till Oct 20, 2025. Further, the IIT JAM 2026 exam date is Feb 15, 2026.

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IIT Bombay MSc Eligibility & Highlights 2026

IIT Bombay offer a two-year MSc course at the PG level. The programme is offered in seven specialisations. Admission to MSc is entrance-based, followed by counselling. The Joint Admission Test (JAM) for MSc is a national-level examination conducted jointly by the Indian Institutes of Technology and the Indian Institute of Science. Interested candidates with a valid rank can fill out the IIT Bombay application form to apply.

Candidates wanting to take admission to the MSc course at IIT Bombay shall meet the eligibility requirements. However, seat allotment is based on selection criteria. The table carries fee, eligibility and selection details for the MSc course admission:

Course	Eligibility & Selection
MSc	Eligibility: A bachelor’s degree issued by a recognised organisation Selection: IIT JAM + CCMN Counselling

NOTE: The eligibility criteria are defined as per the IIT JAM brochure.

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Q: How can I get admission in IIT Bombay MSc?

IIT Bombay offers admission to MSc course based on IIT JAM score followed by CCMN Counselling. The seat allotment is carried out based on document verification, seat intake, and category of the students, during the counselling. Besides, candidates with a valid bachelor’s degree issued by a recognised university are eligible for admission to the PG course.

Q: What is the JAM 2023 Second admission list opening and closing rank for MSc specialisations at IIT Bombay?

IIT Bombay cut off 2023 for JAM 2023 Second Admission List, the opening and closing ranks for MSc Biotechnology are 1 and 14, respectively. Tabulated below are IIT JAM 2023 Opening Ranks (ORs) and Closing Ranks (CRs) for various MSc and MSc - PhD specializations offered by IIT Kharagpur:

MSc Specialisations	ORs	CRs
Applied Geology	1	17
Applied Geophysics	153	301
Statistics	1	26
Biotechnology	1	14
Chemistry	1	25
Mathematics	2	32
Physics	5	41
MSc - PhD Specialisations	ORs	CRs
Energy Science And Engineering- CY	317	544
Energy Science And Engineering- MA	523	523
Energy Science And Engineering- PH	217	296
Environmental Science And Engineering- BT	31	31
Environmental Science And Engineering- CY	487	577
Environmental Science And Engineering- MA	560	560
Environmental Science And Engineering- PH	662	662
Operations Research- MA	11	17
Operations Research- MS	3	36

Q: What is the JAM 2023 Fourth Admission List Opening and Closing rank for MSc specialisations at IIT Bombay?

As per IIT Bombay cut off 2023 for JAM 2023 Fourth Admission List, the opening and closing ranks for MSc Applied Geology are 1 and 18, respectively. Also, for MSc Chemistry, the opening and closing ranks stood at 1 and 25, respectively. Tabulated below are IIT JAM 2023 Opening Ranks (ORs) and Closing Ranks (CRs) for various MSc specialisations offered by IIT Bombay:

MSc/ MSc - PhD Specialisation	ORs	CRs
Applied Geology	1	18
Applied Geophysics	153	303
Statistics	1	26
Biotechnology	2	24
Chemistry	1	25
Mathematics	2	42
Physics	6	57
Energy Science And Engineering	606	606
Energy Science And Engineering	317	544
Energy Science And Engineering	217	296
Environmental Science And Engineering	43	43
Environmental Science And Engineering	645	645
Environmental Science And Engineering	487	577
Environmental Science And Engineering	662	662
Operations Research	11	17
Operations Research	3	36