Indian Institute of Science Bangalore Answered Questions

IISc Bangalore admission is competitive due to high cutoff and limited seats. The entrance tests required for getting admission in the institute are taken by many. Hence, the chances of securing seat becomes less. Students are required to perform well in the entrance exam required for their course to get admission in the institute. In 2024, the JEE Main closing R1 cutoff for General category candidates was 903 for BSc (Research) in Physics.

M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering graduates from IISc Bangalore can get jobs in chemical engineering core sectors like Pharmaceuticals, Petroleum, Cement, Polymers, Food, etc. They can also opt for PhD inside or outside India, start their own company, or get a decent R&D position in their field of research. The placements are very good, with companies like TATA motors, TATA steel, TCS research, Mahindra motors, Philips, Airbus, General Electric, Rolls Royce, TATA advanced system, PTC, L&T, and many more design, manufacturing, and petroleum companies recruiting them. The range of package (CTC) will be from 7-13 LPA.

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. 

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.

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)