IISER Bhopal is inviting applications for the BS and BS-MS Dual Degree programs through the IAT exam. Interested candidates can apply till May 13, 2024.
IISER Bhopal is inviting applications for the BS and BS-MS Dual Degree programs through the IAT exam. Interested candidates can apply till May 13, 2024.
IISER Bhopal is an autonomous research institute that runs undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD programmes in Science, Engineering and Arts. Its major courses include BS-MS and B.Tech. Application fees range from INR 1,000 to INR 2,000, while foreign nationals pay INR 12,000.
Students can submit the IISER admission application through the official IISER admission website.
The Joint Admissions Committee of the IISERs manages admission to the BS programme. Selection takes place once each year through the IISER Aptitude Test. IAT is also the main admission route for the BS-MS, B.Tech and other undergraduate programmes.
The institute offers a BS-MS dual degree in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Engineering Sciences and Economic Sciences. Its BS options cover Engineering Sciences and Economic Sciences.
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| BS | Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Data Science and Engineering, Engineering Science, Economics, and Chemical Engineering | 10+2 and IAT |
| BS + MS | Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Environmental Engineering, and Mathematics | 10+2 and JEE Advanced |
| B.Tech | Computer Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Data Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Engineering Science | 10+2 and IAT |
For undergraduate admission, students must pass Class 12 with at least 3 subjects chosen from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. General, OBC-NCL and EWS applicants need at least 60%, while SC, ST and PwD applicants need 55%.
The qualifying test for most UG programmes, including the 4-year BS, 5-year BS-MS, 4-year B.Tech and 5-year B.Tech-M.Tech, is the IISER Aptitude Test conducted by the university.
The admission channels listed for these programmes are:
Applicants move through the following stages for BS, BS-MS and B.Tech admission:
Step 1: Take and qualify for IAT, which is conducted in May.
Step 2: Receive a Common Rank List rank and, where applicable, a category rank.
Step 3: Participate in 6 to 10 counselling and seat-allotment rounds. Students may enter and revise their order of preference for the different IISER campuses.
Step 4: Report for document verification if shortlisted and complete the final admission requirements.
IISER Bhopal offers M.Sc, M.Tech, M.S. by Research and MA programmes. M.Tech is available in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and Chemical Engineering. M.S. by Research covers Data Science, Engineering Sciences and interdisciplinary research areas, while MA is offered in Liberal Arts.
M.Sc admission uses IIT JAM scores. GATE is required for M.Tech and for some M.S. by Research admissions.
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| M.Sc | Chemistry, Mathematics, Biological Sciences, and Biotechnology (Discontinued) | Graduation and IIT JAM |
| MA | Liberal Arts | Graduation |
| M.S. + PhD | Mathematical Science | Graduation |
| M.Sc + PhD | Physical Sciences | Graduation |
M.Sc applicants must complete graduation and qualify through IIT JAM. M.Tech and eligible M.S. by Research applicants use GATE. For M.Sc or M.Phil selection through UGC NET, UGC SET, UGC JRF or the IISER entrance examination, the institute first shortlists applicants and then conducts a personal interview.
Doctoral study is available in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Engineering Sciences, and Humanities and Social Sciences. The institute also works across interdisciplinary areas such as Computational Sciences, Data Science and AI, Environmental Studies, Advanced Materials, Bioinformatics and Biophysics.
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Data Science and Engineering, Earth Science, Biological Sciences, Chemical Engineering, and more | Postgraduation and UGC NET |
PhD applicants must meet the postgraduate qualification requirement and hold the relevant GATE, CSIR-NET or UGC-NET qualification. The institute also conducts an interview before final selection.
Applications are normally submitted through the IISER admission portal. Paper applications may be accepted in exceptional situations after the form is obtained from the IISER Bhopal campus office. The annual admission timeline is identified as the May session.
General, OBC-NCL and EWS: INR 2,000
SC, ST, PwD and Kashmiri Migrants: INR 1,000
Foreign Nationals: INR 12,000
After paying, applicants must download the fee receipt and retain it for later reference.
The application form asks for the following details and files:
National-level examinations are used to assess scientific knowledge, analytical skills and academic readiness for different programmes.
Choose IAT or the relevant JEE Advanced route and register through the IISER admission portal.
The examination result determines the applicant's eligibility and rank.
Seat offers depend on rank, campus preferences and category rules.
Applicants must upload their academic and identity records and have them verified.
The allotted seat becomes final after the student pays the admission fee and completes the remaining formalities.
After admission is confirmed, the institute sends an email and SMS to the applicant's registered email address and mobile number.
IISER Bhopal uses IAT scores for several UG courses. JEE Advanced, GATE and JAM scores apply to different PG, PhD and integrated programmes. The available course-wise cutoff ranks are listed below.
The 2025 IAT cutoff covers BS, BS-MS and B.Tech admission. For the General category, the overall IISER Bhopal cutoff rank is 974 to 2015.
Courses | 2025 | 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Round | Last Round | First Round | Last Round | |
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 974 | - | 1318 | 3136 |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 974 | - | - | - |
| B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering | 974 | - | - | - |
| B.Tech Engineering Science | 974 | - | 1177 | - |
| BS Economics | 1636 | 5668 | 1424 | - |
| BS + MS Mathematics | 2015 | 5624 | 1318 | 3136 |
| BS Engineering Science | 2015 | 5624 | - | - |
| BS + MS Earth and Environmental Engineering | 2015 | 5624 | 1318 | 3136 |
| BS + MS Biological Sciences | 2015 | 5624 | 1318 | 3136 |
| BS + MS Chemistry | 2015 | 5624 | 1318 | 3136 |
| BS + MS Physics | 2015 | 5624 | 1318 | 3136 |
| BS Chemical Engineering | 2015 | 5624 | - | - |
| BS Data Science and Engineering | 2015 | 5624 | 1318 | 3136 |
| BS Electrical Engineering and Computer Science | 2015 | 5624 | 1318 | 3136 |
| B.Tech Data Science | 2015 | 5624 | - | - |
The General-category CCMN cutoff released for M.Sc admission in 2025 has an overall rank range of 89 to 699.
Courses | 2025 | 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Round | Last Round | First Round | Last Round | |
| M.Sc Biotechnology | 89 | 90 | 75 | - |
| M.Sc Mathematics | 610 | 625 | 632 | - |
| M.Sc Chemistry | 699 | 742 | 679 | 937 |
For General-category M.Sc admission through IIT JAM, the 2025 overall cutoff rank lies between 89 and 699.
Courses | 2025 | 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Round | Last Round | First Round | Last Round | |
| M.Sc Biotechnology | 89 | 90 | 75 | - |
| M.Sc Mathematics | 610 | 625 | 632 | - |
| M.Sc Chemistry | 699 | 742 | 679 | 937 |
Ques. Which subjects are covered in IAT, and how does the test support admission?
Ans. IAT is the competitive entrance test used for admission to IISER Bhopal. It checks the applicant's understanding of science concepts generally studied up to Class 12. Questions come from the following 4 subjects:
Students answer questions from any 3 of these 4 subjects. The test has a moderate format and level of difficulty. IISER Bhopal gives importance to IAT performance because it helps indicate whether a student is prepared for research-based study. Strong board marks and a good IAT score improve the possibility of securing a seat.
Ques. Can a student receive an IISER Bhopal seat after missing it in the first counselling round?
Ans. Yes. Central counselling normally continues through several rounds because accepted and declined offers keep changing seat availability. A later upgrade to IISER Bhopal depends on the student's rank and submitted preferences. Applicants should keep IISER Bhopal high in their preference order, check the portal regularly and participate in each applicable counselling round.
Ques. What usually happens when new students arrive at IISER Bhopal?
Ans. The first day generally includes registration, document verification, hostel-room allotment, orientation and an introductory session led by faculty members and the Dean. Parents are often invited to the opening programme. Students also receive their institute email ID, academic timetable and laboratory allotments. Campus visits, paperwork and meetings with new batchmates are part of the day.
Ques. Where is the IISER Bhopal application submitted, and what must applicants provide?
Ans. The Joint Admissions Committee runs a central application portal for all IISERs. Depending on the applicable admission year, students may apply through one or more of the JEE Advanced, SCB or KVPY channels. Applications usually open in May or June. Applicants enter their academic details, upload the required records and pay the prescribed application fee.
| COURSE | ADMISSION LINK |
|---|---|
| Ph.D. Biological Sciences, Ph.D. Chemistry, Ph.D. Earth Science, MS + Ph.D Physical Sciences | Admission Link |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IIT JAM 2027 Admit Card Date | Jan 22, 2027 (Tentative) |
| IIT JAM 2027 Exam Date | Feb 14, 2027 |
| IIT JAM 2027 Result Date | Mar 18, 2027 |
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