Indian Institute of Science Bangalore Answered Questions

The IISc Bangalore offers admission to the M.Sc. in Life Sciences course based on the candidate's performance in the JAM 2025 in Biotechnology (BT) or Chemistry (CY) or Mathematics (MA) or Physics (PH) or GATE in Biotechnology (BT), Biomedical Engineering (BM), Electronics Communication Engineering (EC), Ecology (EY), Mathematics (MA), Physics (PH), Life Sciences (XL). Candidates will be shortlisted for an interview based on their JAM 2025 BT, CY, MA, PH rank or GATE score, and final selection will be based on their performance in the interview.

To get a seat in IISc Bangalore for M.Sc. in Chemical Sciences,
1. Ensure a minimum of first class in B.Sc. or an equivalent degree with Chemistry as one of the main subjects with Mathematics at the PUC or Plus 2 level.
2. Appear for the JAM (Joint Admission Test for M.Sc.) exam in Chemistry (CY).
3. The selection process is based on 100% performance in the JAM exam score.
4. The areas of study include Quantum Chemistry, Statistical Mechanics, Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Organic Reactions, Spectroscopy, Main Group Chemistry, Organometallic Chemistry.
5. The intake for M.Sc. in Chemical Sciences is 22.

To get admission to Master of Management Studies (MMS) at IISc Bangalore, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria, which includes qualifying in Common Admission Test (CAT), Graduate Aptitude Test for Engineers (GATE), or GMAT with a first-class degree in BE/B.Tech or equivalent. The admission process involves applying online, followed by a group discussion and interview for shortlisted candidates. The selection is based on performance in CAT/GATE/GMAT (15%), UG performance (15%), communication skills (30%), and interview (40%). Shortlisted candidates will be notified through the IISc admission portal, and they must make their own arrangements for travel to the interview.

MMS at IISc Bangalore offers a unique and top-notch programme with specializations in Technology Management and Business Analytics, providing a highly quantitative and technology-oriented curriculum, strong industry connections, and a high return on investment, with an average package of 16 Lacs and a median package of 28 lakhs.

The admission criteria for Master of Management Studies (MMS) at IISc Bangalore includes:
1. Candidates with a BE/ B Tech degree, with a First Class.
2. Qualified in GATE 2023/2024/2025 and hold a valid GATE score card, or CAT 2024 or GMAT with a valid score card having validity as on 1st August 2025.
3. Selection will be based on performance in CAT/GATE/GMAT (15%), UG performance (15%), Communication skill (30%), and Interview (40%).
4. Short-listed candidates will be called for an interview and group discussion in the department.
5. Candidates must carry attested copies of their transcripts and produce them before the interview committee.

The eligibility criteria for admission to IISc Bangalore for M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering are:
Bachelor's degree holders in Engineering/Technology or its equivalent
B.E./B.Tech. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognised by MoE/UPSC/AICTE
Master's degree holders in Science disciplines including Physics with Electronics/ Instrumentation/Geology/ Computer Application/ Physical Sciences/ Mathematical Sciences
A valid GATE score card as on 1st August 2025
Minimum requirement for admission is a SECOND CLASS and for M.Mgt a FIRST CLASS (as declared by the University) or an equivalent grade in the qualifying examination.
The selection procedure is based on 100% GATE score.

To seek direct admission for the M.Tech. in Semiconductor Technology course at IISc Bangalore, the eligibility criteria are:
Bachelor's degree holders in Engineering/Technology or its equivalent.
B.E./B.Tech. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE.
Master's degree holders in Science disciplines including Physics with Electronics/ Instrumentation/Geology/ Computer Application/ Physical Sciences/ Mathematical Sciences as applicable to individual department offering M. Tech. programmes.
Candidates should have qualified and hold valid GATE score card as of 01 August 2025.
The selection process is based on 100% GATE score.
The minimum requirement for admission to the Joint M. Tech programme is a SECOND CLASS (as declared by the University). The minimum requirement of a SECOND CLASS in the qualifying examination is relaxed to PASS CLASS for SC/ST candidates.

The eligibility criteria for admission to IISc Bangalore for M.Tech. in Semiconductor Technology are:
Bachelor's degree holders in Engineering/Technology or its equivalent
B.E./B.Tech. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE
Master's degree holders in Science disciplines including Physics with Electronics/ Instrumentation/Geology/ Computer Application/ Physical Sciences/ Mathematical Sciences
Candidates should have qualified and hold valid GATE score card as on 1st August 2025
Selection is based on 100% GATE score
Note: The minimum requirement for admission is a second class in the qualifying examination, which is relaxed to pass class for SC/ST candidates.