Indian Institute of Science Bangalore Answered Questions

Yes, there will be counselling sessions for admission to the M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering at IISc Bangalore. The admission process includes a written test and interview for M.Tech (EE) and M.Tech (AI) programmes, and GATE score and interview for M.Tech (SP) programme.

To apply for Master of Management Studies (MMS) at IISc Bangalore, candidates should:
Check the eligibility criteria: Candidates should have a valid CAT, GATE, or GMAT score and a first-class degree in BE/B.Tech/Equivalent.
Apply online: The online application process typically commences from February 1st.
Attend the interview and group discussion: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and group discussion in the department, usually in the third week of April.
Produce required documents: Candidates should bring attested copies of their transcripts, degree certificates, and other relevant documents to the interview.
Verify category certificates: Candidates belonging to SC/ST, OBC, or EWS categories should produce the original certificates issued by a competent authority.

The IISc Bangalore offers admission to the Integrated M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Biological Sciences course based on the candidate's performance in the Joint Admission Test (JAM) in Biotechnology (BT) or Chemistry (CY) or Mathematics (MA) or Physics (PH), along with a minimum of first class or equivalent in Bachelor's or an equivalent degree in Physical, Chemical, or Biological Sciences.

No, the IISc Bangalore does not offer admission to the MTechin Semiconductor Technology without meeting the 60% eligibility requirement in PCM. However, the minimum requirement of a SECOND CLASS in the qualifying examination is relaxed to PASS CLASS for SC/ST candidates.

Yes, from 2011 onwards, 4 years Bachelor of Science (Research) programme is offered at IISc. The candidate must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in +2/12thStandard. In addition, the candidate need to qualify in one of the national tests - KVPY/ IIT-JEE (Main) or (Advance)/ NEET.

Candidates with qualifications in B.E. / B.Tech. or equivalent degree should have qualified and hold valid GATE score card.For the M. Des. Programme – Candidates with qualifications in BE/ B.Tech./ B.Des./ B.Arch. degree, should have qualified in GATE/CEED/CAT and hold a valid scorecard. So, yes it's very hard to get admission in IISc. 

The documents required for eligibility verification during Master of Management Studies (MMS) admissions at IISc Bangalore include:
Mark sheets
Degree certificates (original/provisional) issued by the University Authorities
Qualifying examination certificates (e.g. GATE, CAT, GMAT score cards)
Transcripts (marks memos from SSLC or equivalent onwards)
Certificate of disability (for PwD candidates), issued as per Government of India rules
Kashmiri valley domicile certificate (for Kashmiri Pandit/Kashmiri Hindu Family living in Kashmir valley)

To get a seat in IISc Bangalore for M.Tech. in Semiconductor Technology, candidates should have a valid GATE scorecard as on 1st August 2025 and apply through the IISc admissions portal. The selection procedure is based on 100% GATE score. Candidates can apply to a maximum of 3 disciplines from the M.Tech. and M. Des. programs. They should have qualified in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2025 /2024 / 2023) and possess a valid scorecard as on 1st August 2025.