B.S. in Environmental Sciences + M.S. in Environmental Sciences 

at IISER Berhampur, Berhampur

You must fulfill the following requirements in order to be considered for IISER Berhampur's BSc program:

Academic Background:

Higher Secondary Certificate (10+2) or a comparable program: passed the Science stream (physics, chemistry, math, and biology) at an accredited board of education with a minimum cumulative score of 75% for candidates in the general, EWS, OBC, and NCL categories.
65% for applicants in the SC, ST, and PwD categories.
Requirements for each individual subject: Physics and mathematics at least 60%.
At least 50% in Biology and Chemistry.
entrance examination qualified with a valid score in any of the following national entrance exams:
Joint Admission Test (JEE) Main: Attained a position in the Common Rank List (CRL) in the top 10,000.
In the SA/SX stream, Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) was chosen.
Scholarship awarded for the National Talent Search Examination (NTSE).
Placed inside the top 0.1% of the board merit standings.
Extra Standards:

Age Requirement: Candidates must be under 25 on July 31, the year of admission.
Physical fitness: Candidates must be able to handle the rigorous academic programme and be in good physical shape.
English language proficiency: Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in the language.
Procedure for Selection:

Candidates who make the short list based on their performance on the admission exam, their 10+2 grades, and other factors will be invited to an interview.
The candidate's performance in the interview, entrance exam results, and 10+2 grades will all play a role in the ultimate decision.

You cannot join IISER Berhampur directly after class 12th. To join IISER Berhampur, you need to follow the admission process and meet the eligibility criteria. The details regarding admissions in all IISERs. There are several rounds of IISER counseling, and you can apply for IISER Berhampur through these rounds if you satisfy the eligibility criteria. If you clear JEE Mains, you may be eligible for admission to IISER Berhampur. However, you cannot join IISER Berhampur directly after class 12th without meeting the specific admission requirements.

IISER Berhampur has an average tuition fee of approximately RS. 93,760 per year for its courses. As for the cost of living, being a relatively new institute, IISER Berhampur is currently operating from a transit campus, and the hostels are located quite far away from the institute. It's important to consider not only the academic fees but also the overall cost of living when evaluating the expenses associated with studying at IISER Berhampur.

The fee structure for IISER Berhampur varies depending on the program you choose and your category (General/EWS/OBC-NCL, SC/ST/PwD). Here's a breakdown:

BS-MS Program:

iPh.D. Program:

 

Additional Fees:

• Mess charges: Approximately ?5,000 per semester.
• Medical insurance: Approximately ?500 per year.
• Other miscellaneous expenses.

No, It does not accept CUET score. the university accepts Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) and JEE Advanced scores for admission to the BS and MS Dual Degree course. Furthermore, for Ph.D. courses, candidates need to qualify NET/GATE/UGC-JRF/CSIR-JRF/DBT/ICMR/NET, and the university also conducts a written test for Ph.D. Physics admission. 

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of what current students and alumni have to say:

Infrastructure: Average. While the transit campus is well-equipped, the permanent campus promises to offer world-class facilities.

Teaching Quality: Excellent. Professors are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and helpful.

Research Opportunities: Abundant. IISER Berhampur is a research-focused institution, providing opportunities for students to work on cutting-edge projects.

Placements: Not emphasized. IISER Berhampur is not geared towards placements, focusing instead on preparing students for higher education and research careers.

Campus Life: Average. Students enjoy a range of extracurricular activities, including cultural events and sports.

Hostels: Congested, but expected to improve with the new campus.

Food: Good quality, but limited options.

Overall: IISER Berhampur is a good choice for those interested in pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Science, particularly those looking for research-oriented programs. While placements might not be a priority, the institution provides excellent academic resources and opportunities for growth.

IISER Berhampur BSc course admissions are entrance-based and to get a seat in IISER Berhampur for BS programme, candidates are required to appear for any of these entrance examination, namely KVPY Channel/ JEE (Advanced)/ IISER Aptitude Test (IAT).

IISER Berhampur BSc Cutoffs are declared based on performance of candidates and score achieved by them in the entrance examination. According to the 2023 data, IISER Berhampur BSc closing rank for all the specialisations was 3,567 based on the IISER entrance exam.

The fee structure for IISER Berhampur varies depending on the programme you choose and your category (SC/ST/PwD). Here's a breakdown of the fees for the Bachelor of Science (BS) program:

 

• Admission Fee: ?3,000 for General/EWS/OBC-NCL categories
• Semester Fees (Year 2023-24):
  • General/EWS/OBC-NCL: ?40,000 per semester.
  • SC/ST/PwD: ?7500 per semester

Candidates whose names appears on the final merit list are required to complete the admission formalities and are required to pay IISER Berhampur BSc fees as mentioned below:

Fee components	Amount (Five-Year)
Tuition Fees (Hostel Allotment Fee (One-Time) of INR 1,000)	INR 3.92 lakh
Hostel Fees	INR 3,000
Total Fees	INR 3.96 lakh