Quick Facts

Courses Offered

Undergraduate

1. BS (Research) – 4 Years

Popular Majors include:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Earth & Environmental Science
• Materials
• Engineering electives

Suitable for students aiming for:

• Research
• MS Abroad
• PhD
• Data Science
• AI
• Higher Studies

2. B.Tech

Currently includes:

• Mathematics and Computing

(New B.Tech programmes have also been introduced in recent admission cycles.)

Postgraduate

• M.Tech
• M.Des
• M.Sc
• M.Mgt
• M.Engg

Popular M.Tech Specializations

• Computer Science
• AI
• Data Science
• Aerospace
• Mechanical
• Civil
• Chemical
• Electrical
• Electronics
• Materials
• Climate Science
• Nano Science
• Signal Processing
• Communication Networks
• Earth Science

Research Programmes

• Integrated PhD
• M.Tech (Research)
• PhD

Admission Process

After Class 12

BS (Research)

Admission is based on national entrance examinations such as:

• JEE Advanced
• IISER Aptitude Test (IAT)

The institute also publishes category-wise cutoffs every year.

B.Tech

Admission is conducted through JoSAA counselling using JEE Advanced ranks.

M.Tech

Requirements

• B.E./B.Tech
• Valid GATE Score
• Interview (for some programmes)

M.Sc

Admission through relevant national entrance examinations specified by IISc.

PhD

Admission requires:

• Master’s Degree
• National test scores (programme dependent)
• Interview

Eligibility

BS (Research)

• Class 12 (PCM)
• Minimum required academic performance
• Valid entrance examination score

M.Tech

• Engineering Degree
• GATE

M.Des

• CEED or GATE (programme dependent)

M.Mgt

• CAT
• GATE
• GMAT

Departments

Major academic divisions include:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Science
• Earth Sciences

Faculty (Teachers)

IISc has hundreds of professors, associate professors, assistant professors, scientists, and research faculty across its departments. Faculty members are internationally recognized and many have received prestigious awards such as:

• Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize
• Padma Awards
• Fellowships of Indian National Science Academy
• IEEE Fellows
• ACM Fellows

Faculty information varies by department and is updated regularly on the official website.

Placements

Top Recruiters

• Google
• Microsoft
• Amazon
• NVIDIA
• Qualcomm
• Intel
• Texas Instruments
• IBM
• Samsung R&D
• Adobe
• Oracle
• Goldman Sachs
• JP Morgan
• Flipkart
• DE Shaw

(Recruiters vary by programme and year.)

Typical Salary Range

Top international and domestic offers can exceed ₹80 lakh per annum, while exceptional global offers may be higher depending on the recruiter and location. Actual outcomes vary by programme, specialization, and market conditions.

Internships

Students often intern at organizations such as:

• Google
• Microsoft
• NVIDIA
• ISRO
• DRDO
• IISc Research Labs
• Tata
• Bosch
• Intel

Campus Facilities

• Smart classrooms
• Advanced laboratories
• Central library
• Supercomputing facilities
• Sports complex
• Gymnasium
• Cafeterias
• Hostels
• Medical centre
• Bank & ATM
• Shopping facilities
• Wi-Fi campus

Student Life

• Technical clubs
• Coding clubs
• Robotics
• Entrepreneurship Cell
• Music & Cultural clubs
• Sports
• Research projects
• National & International conferences

Why Choose IISc?

• India’s leading research institute
• World-class faculty
• Strong research culture
• Excellent placements
• Cutting-edge laboratories
• International collaborations
• High-quality campus life
• Strong opportunities for higher studies abroad

How to Get Admission (Step-by-Step)

1. Score excellent marks in Class 12 (especially PCM for UG engineering/science).
2. Prepare for JEE Advanced (and the IISER Aptitude Test if applying to BS (Research)).
3. Apply through the official IISc admission portal when applications open.
4. Participate in JoSAA counselling for eligible B.Tech admissions or follow the specific admission process for BS (Research).
5. Accept the allotted seat and complete document verification and fee payment.

Ideal Student Profile

IISc is especially suitable for students who are interested in:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Biology
• Engineering
• Scientific Research
• Space Science
• Robotics
• Data Science
• Higher studies (MS/PhD)

For students who enjoy solving challenging problems and are interested in research as well as high-end technology careers, IISc is considered one of the best institutions in India.