B.S. in Chemistry 

at IIT Bombay, Powai

All the IIT aspirants have to sit for JEE Main and afterward, JEE Advanced. Only the top 2, 24,000 scores in JEE Main will become eligible to sit for JEE Advanced. The candidates must have secured at least 75% marks or be in the top 20 percentile in the 12th Class Examination conducted by respective boards. The Admissions into IIT Bombay is done through JoSAA on the basis of JEE Advanced scores.

To ascertain which institute among IISc Bangalore and IIT Bombay is better for a BSc, candidates can compare various important parameters, such as fees, salary packages, student rating, etc. The following table presents a brief comparison between the two institutes:

Parameters	BSc at IISc Bangalore	BSc at IIT Bombay
Tuition Fee	INR 40,000	INR 8 lakh
Median Salary	INR 28 lakh	INR 19.6
Student Rating on Shiksha	4.3/5	4.5/5

Conclusion: Both IIT Bombaby and IISc Bangalore are renowned institutes for BSc and other courses. However, according to the table above, IISc Bangalore seems to be a better option for a BSc in terms of affordability and Return on Investment (ROI). On the other hand, IIT Bombay seems to have a slightly better student rating. Students must choose an institute based on their preferences.

NOTE: The mentioned fee information is sourced from official sources. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative. The student rating is the overall average rating provided by BSc students to IISc Bangalore on Shiksha.com.

For more detailed comparison, visit 'Compare IISc Bangalore'.

Opening and Closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For general category under All India, closing rank was 1191 in 2024. Cut off are differant when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even domicile of home state. In All India, opening and closing rank for female candidates was 3895 and 3895. Admission to B.S. in Mathematics in IIT Bombay - Indian Institute of Technology is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam JEE. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut offs.

IIT Bombay admission to all the courses is entrance-based (Except for EMBA, where admission is merit-based and performance in the interview round). The IIT Bombay admission process includes the application process, selection round, cutoff, merit list or counselling and other steps. For BTech, candidates have to clear JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Further for other courses such as MTech, MBA, MSc, BDes, and MDes, aspirants need to clear GATE, CAT, IITJAM, UCEED, and CEED, respectively to qualify for further admission rounds. 

The key highlights of IIT Bombay placements 2024 are presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 23.5 LPA
Median package	INR 17.92 LPA
Placement rate	74.53%
Registered students	2414
Participated students	1979
Students placed	1475
Offers accepted	1475
Offers made	1650
Total recruiters	364
Offers above 1 CPA	22
PPOs accepted	258
International offers accepted	78

Firstly, candidates need to secure a rank in nearly the top 2,00,000 (including all categories) students in JEE Main. Only these students get a chance to sit for JEE Advanced and become eligible for admission to IITs. In the JoSAA Counselling 2024, BTech CSE closing rank was 68, followed by Electrical Engineering at 496 and was the lowest for BTech Metallurgical Engineering and Material Sciences at 4193. For more BTech specialisations cutoff and closing rank details, click here.

Admission to the institute after Class 12 is open for BTech, BS and BDes courses. After completing Class 12, candidates must qualify JEE Main, JEE Advanced followed by the JoSAA Counselling for BTech and BS courses. For BDes, UCEED score is required for admission.

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on the feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the key points:

Pros:

* Excellent Infrastructure: Modern and well-equipped laboratories, libraries, and sports facilities.
* High-Quality Education: Qualified and experienced faculty members, with a focus on practical learning.
* Good Placement Record: Approx. 88% placement rate, with the highest packages reaching up to INR56 LPA and average packages ranging between INR18-20 LPA.
* Scholarship Opportunities: Availability of scholarships based on family income and merit.
* Research-Oriented Course: Emphasis on hands-on projects and interactions with Ph.D. researchers.

Cons:

* Limited Campus Facilities: Old hostels may require renovation, and some students might feel that the rooms are small.
* Some Faculty Members May Not Be Effective Teachers: While most professors are helpful, some may not be as effective in imparting knowledge.
* Course Curriculum May Need Updates: Some students reported that certain subjects' curricula may not be updated regularly.

Overall Assessment:
Considering the pros and cons, investing in a B.Sc. degree at IIT Bombay appears to be a worthwhile decision. The university offers an excellent education, cutting-edge infrastructure, and strong placement records. Additionally, the availability of scholarships and research opportunities provides a competitive edge for students.

However, it's essential to acknowledge that the campus facilities could improve, and some faculty members may require more effective teaching methods. Nonetheless, these drawbacks seem manageable considering the program's strengths.

Ultimately, whether or not B.Sc. at IIT Bombay is "worth" the investment depends on individual priorities and goals. For those seeking a rigorous academic experience, strong networking opportunities, and career advancement prospects, IIT Bombay's B.Sc. programme seems like a valuable investment.

No, it’s not compulsory for regular scholars to stay in the hostel for studying at IIT Bombay. Also, not every student gets a hostel facility. However, students who get enrolled in summer and winter internships have to stay in a hostel during the tenure of their internship. Interns who get the hostel are required to complete the formalities such as registration, payment of internship fees, etc., with the academic office of the institute.

The department-wise offers accepted / students placed during IIT Bombay placements 2024 is presented below:

Departments	Students Registered (2024)	Students Placed (2024)	Students Placed (2024)
Aerospace Engineering	140	119	76
Applied Statistics and Informatics	34	30	24
Earth Science	61	34	14
Biomedical Engineering	21	15	12
Biosciences and Bioengineering	34	21	11
Centre for Policy Studies	11	6	0
Centre for Research in Nanotechnology & Science	8	4	2
Centre of Studies in Resources Engineering (CSRE)	2	2	2
Technology and Development (C-TARA)	37	30	25
Centre for Urban Science and Engineering	10	9	5
Chemical Engineering	190	160	119
Chemistry	80	59	22
Civil Engineering	177	146	113
Computer Science Engineering	275	254	220
Economics	32	30	21
Educational Technology	5	3	2
Electrical Engineering	319	281	232
Engineering Physics	61	41	28
Energy Science and Engineering	81	59	39
Environmental Science & Engineering	50	42	34
Geo-informatics and Natural Resources Engineering	26	23	17
Humanities & Social Science	9	5	0
Industrial Design Centre (IDC)	105	90	49
Industrial Engineering and Operations Research	38	36	29
Mathematics	49	37	20
Mechanical Engineering	308	260	229
Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science	185	152	106
Physics	48	22	7
System & Control Engineering	18	9	7