Ph.D. in Biological Sciences 

at IISER Mohali, Mohali

To secure admission in IISER Mohali, candidates need to sit for KVPY, or SCB exams. Fill out the application form provided by IISER Mohali and choose one of the three admission channels (JKVPY, or SCB) to apply. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to attend counselling sessions as part of the admission process.

In IISER Mohali - Indian Institute of Science Education & Research there are in total 250 seats offered by the institute. These seats are offered for the BS and MS dual degree programmes. There are also reserved seats for SC/ST/EWC/PWD quota. Check out the table below to know about the percentage of seats, reserved for different quotas. 

Institute	Reserved Percentage
SC	15%
ST	7.5%
EWC	10%
PWD	5%
OBC	27%

 

IISER does not provide BSc course. It offers BSMS course. BSMS offers candidates a Bachelor's degree in Science (BS) and a Master's degree in Science (MS). These BS and MS courses are different from BSc course as they focus more on research aspects.

IISER kolkata BS and MS course rated 3.5 out of 5 by verified student while IISER mohali in same course rated 4.3 out of 5 by 35 students. Total fees for the BS /MS dual degree program in IISER Kolkata is INR 3.27 lakh for 5 years while in IISER Mohali it is INR 1.62 Lakh for 5 years. The infrastucture rating by the students from IISER kolkata is 3.9 and from the students of IISER Mohali is 4.3.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on student reviews and feedback, here are the key points to consider:

* Research-oriented: IISER Mohali is a premier research institution, and the M.Sc. programme is designed to prepare students for research careers. If you're passionate about research and want to contribute to the scientific community, this might be an ideal fit.
* Faculty: The faculty members are highly qualified, with most holding Ph.D.s and post-doc experience from renowned institutions worldwide. Their teaching style is considered excellent, with a focus on practical applications and hands-on experience.
* Infrastructure: The campus has state-of-the-art infrastructure, including modern labs, libraries, and recreational facilities. Wi-Fi connectivity is reliable, and the hostels are comfortable with amenities like laundry, gym, and medical facilities.
* Campus life: IISER Mohali has a lively campus culture, with regular events, fests, and extracurricular activities. Clubs and societies catering to various interests are actively promoted.
* Placement: Since IISER Mohali is a research-focused institution, there isn't a dedicated placement cell. However, students often secure internships or research positions during their summer breaks, and many go on to pursue Ph.D.s abroad.
* Higher education: With over 80% of students pursuing Ph.D.s abroad, IISER Mohali fosters an environment that encourages students to strive for academic excellence.

Overall, if you're interested in pursuing a research-focused Master's programme and willing to put in the effort required to excel academically, IISER Mohali might be an excellent choice. Keep in mind that while there aren't traditional job placements, the institution's strong reputation and connections can lead to lucrative research opportunities and academic prospects.

Note: The above response is based on student reviews and feedback provided in the text. It does not contain any external information or promotional materials.

IISER Mohali placements are conducted by the placement cell of the college basically for BS and MS dual degree programme. The opportunity cell or the placement cell provide proper guidance and prepare its students fot the Interviews conducted by the companies visitng the campus. Additionally, it also provides summer and winter internships for students. Last year the median salary package is INR 8 LPA for BS and MS student. The placement rating of IISER Mohali is 3.3 from the 35 verified students from the IISER Mohali. It has an active opportunity cell which provide placement and internship to the students in IISER Mohali. 

IISER Mohali doesn't provide a BSc course, the institute only offers admission to BS-MS dual programme. For admissions in IISER Mohali candidates have to appear either in the JEE advanced exam, KVPY exam or SCB exam. 

• To apply, fill out the IISER Mohali application form and submit it based on any one of three admission channels (JEE Advanced, KVPY or SCB).
• Candidates who are shortlisted will be required to attend counselling. After acquiring qualifying marks, candidates will be selected according to the merit list.

The total fees for the BS-MS programme at IISER Mohali, include several components, such as tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, hostel fees, library charges and other various one-time charges. the total tuition fees of BS MS courses include INR 1.6 lakh to INR 3.3 lakh. The gross cost of a five-year BS/MS dual degree programme is higher for (GEN/OBC/KM/EWS) category compared to (SC/ST/PD) category. Check out the different components of IISER BS-MS fees below: 

Fee Components	Amount
Caution money	INR 1584
Registration Fee	INR 476
Examination Fee	INR 792
Hostel Seat Rent	INR 3168

The fee amount mentioned here is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative. 

The comparison table given below compares the 2023 placement statistics of IISER Mohali, IISER Kolkata, IISER Pune, and IISER Bhopal:

IISER Name	Total Students/ Students Placed (2023)	Median Package (2023)
IISER Mohali	182/ 10	INR 8.67 LPA
IISER Pune	164/ 14	INR 8.31 LPA
IISER Kolkata	169/ 11	INR 7 LPA
IISER Bhopal	239/ 45	INR 19 LPA

For the application process at IISER Mohali, candidates should prepare the following documents:

• Class 10 marksheet and passing certificate
• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
• Bachelor’s degree (if applicable)
• Passport size photograph
• Aadhar Card
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

Admission to the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) in Mohali is based on an entrance exam. When selecting candidates for the BS-MS dual degree programmes, the institute administers the IISER Aptitude Test. At the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, respectively, IISER Mohali offers three courses, including BS-MS, Integrated PhD, and PhD across six departments, namely Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, and Humanities and Social Sciences.