B.S. in Physical Sciences + M.S. in Physical Sciences 

at IISER Kolkata, Nadia

Yes, B.S. in Geological Sciences + M.S. in Geological Sciences is offered at IISER Kolkata. This is a 5-year dual degree program that combines undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Geological Sciences. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the field and prepare them for careers in research, academia, or industry.

The candidates must have passed their 10+2 in science stream from a recognized board. The minimum aggregate marks required for admission to the BS-MS in Biological Sciences course at IISER Kolkata is 60% for GEN/OBC and OBC-NCL categories and 55% for SC/ST.

Students with a B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech. or an equivalent degree from any recognized University/Institute/College in the branch of study as one of the honours/major subjects can apply for the MS in Biological Science course.

Admission to the University is both entrance and merit-based. IISER Kolkata offers five courses in the field of Research, Science, and Technology at UG, PG, and doctoral level, namely a five-year BS-MS Dual Degree programme, MS in Space Physics, Integrated PhD, PhD and Postdoctoral Research programme across seven departments and five centres of excellence. In March/April, application forms for all programmes offered at IISER Kolkata are made available to the students through an online application process. Students are admitted to the BS-MS Dual Degree programme through the Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY), State and Central Boards Channel (SCB) via the IISER Aptitude Test, and JEE Advanced scores. On the other hand, IISER Kolkata conducts an interview round to shortlist candidates for various programmes (MS in Space Physics, I-PhD, and post-doctoral research). The spring semester begins in January and lasts until May, whereas the fall semester lasts from August to December.

The top courses offered at IISER Kolkata are:

1. BS-MS in Biological Sciences
2. BS-MS in Chemical Sciences
3. BS-MS in Earth Sciences
4. BS-MS in Mathematical Sciences
5. BS-MS in Physical Science

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata has released the 2024 cutoff for admission to its BS-MS Dual-Degree course. As per the IISER Kolkata cutoff 2024, The Round 1 closing rank for the BS-MS course stood at 641 for the General All India category student. Candidates appearing for IISET Entrance Exam must secure a rank of 641 to get into IISER Kolkata. For more information, look at the cutoff for the given course from the table given below:

To apply for the five-year BS-MS Dual Degree programme at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata, candidates need to have passed Class 12 in any stream from a recognised board with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ ST/ PwD candidates) along with JEE Advanced/ IISER Aptitude Test scores. The Round 1 closing rank for the BS-MS course stood at 403 for the General All India category student. So, considering the Round 1 and the Last Round closing rank for IISER Kolkata, candidates must secure a rank between 400 and 1805. Applicants must scored 60% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade for GEN/OBC and OBC-NCL categories and 55% for SC/ST/PWD in any recognised board. The required percentage is 60% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade for GEN/OBC/OBC-NCL and 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade for SC/ST/PWD in class XII or equivalent exam.

The tentative total number of seats available for BS-MS/BS programme is 1838, with each IISER having the following number of seats.

To join IISER Kolkata, candidates must first meet the eligibility criteria for the BS-MS program. The eligibility criteria are as follows:

• Candidates must have passed the 10+2 exam with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
• Candidates must have qualified in one of the following exams:
  • JEE Advanced
  • KVPY
  • IISER Aptitude Test

Once a candidate has met the eligibility criteria, they can follow the following steps to join IISER Kolkata:

1. Visit the IISER Kolkata website and create an account.
2. Log in to your account and click on the "Admissions" tab.
3. Select the BS-MS programme and click on the "Apply Now" button.
4. Fill out the online application form and upload the required documents.
5. Pay the application fee.
6. Once your application has been submitted, you will be informed of the next steps in the admission process.

The admission process for the BS-MS programme at IISER Kolkata is based on a merit list prepared on the basis of the candidate's performance in the JEE Advanced, KVPY, or IISER Aptitude Test.

Biological, Chemical, Geological, Mathematical and Physical Sciences are the specialisations available under the five-year BS-MS Dual Degree course at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata.