IISER Bhopal - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research Answered Questions

The closing cut off ranks for each round at IISER Bhopal have been released for the SCB, KVPY, and IIT JEE Advanced admission channels, covering General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, and KM categories. Candidates can refer to the table below to check the round-wise closing cut off ranks specifically for the General category across all admission channels:Counselling Rounds - KVPY ChannelKVPY (SA/ SB/ SX) Ranks - General CategoryRound 1495Round 2730Round 31161Round 41729Round 5SEATS FILLED

Admission to the MSc programmes at IISER requires a Bachelor's degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 60% marks or a CGPA/CPI of 7.0 on a 10-point scale. Candidates who have completed their graduation in the previous year or are in their final year can also apply. The criteria for evaluating the marks/grades on the transcript/grade sheet depend on whether absolute or relative grading was used. If only marks or only grades are reported, then percentage or CGPA/CPI, respectively, will be considered. If CGPA/CPI is reported on a scale other than 10, an equivalent CGPA/CPI will be calculated using a formula.

IISER Bhopal charges an application fee for all the programmes offered by them. The fee structure is designed to be affordable for all candidates. As per the official notification, candidates belonging to the General, OBC-NCL, or EWS categories will be charged INR 2,000 as the application fee, whereas candidates from SC, ST, or PwD categories will be charged a reduced fee of INR 1,000. It is essential to note that the application fee is non-refundable, and candidates must pay the fee within the stipulated time to avoid rejection of their application.

The eligibility criteria for admission to the five-year BS-MS Dual Degree programme at IISER Bhopal includes a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects. Candidates who have appeared for the Class 12 board exams and are awaiting their results are also eligible to apply. However, they must provide proof of having passed the qualifying examination at the time of admission. Additionally, candidates must clear the JEE Advanced/KYPY/IISER Aptitude Test, as per the admission channel applied for (SCB), to be considered for admission to the programme.

According to unofficial sources, the total fee for pursuing the BS-MS Dual Degree programme at IISER Bhopal is approximately INR 4.36 lakh. It is also worth mentioning that the fee does not include additional expenses such as hostel and mess fees, which may be applicable as per the institute's rules and regulations. Prospective students are advised to refer to the official website of IISER Bhopal for detailed information on the fee structure and other related aspects.

In the past, the application process for IISERs has typically started in May or June, with the deadline for submitting applications falling in July or August. However, it is important to note that the exact dates for the 2023 admission cycle have not been officially announced yet. Prospective applicants are advised to regularly check the official website of IISER Bhopal for updates on the admission schedule and important dates.