M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering 

at IISc Bangalore, CV Raman Road

No, candidate who are looking for admission at IISC Bangalore need to have a valid GATE score. However, 70% GATE score + 30% performance in written test (100% GATE based for Aerospace, Chemical, Civil, Materials Engg.) + COAP counselling will be accepted. Apart from this, students might face some problems while downloading the GATE hall ticket 2024. The problem might be due to slow internet connectivity or a heavy load on the server. In such situations, candidates should try downloading the admit card after a short duration. In case any candidate forgets their application ID/Enrollment ID or password, they can reset it. In case a candidate has forgotten their password, they can reset it from the GOAPS portal. 

The IISc Bangalore M.Tech placements 2023 statistics are not released officially. However, the NIRF report 2023 incorporates the 2022 placement data for all the PG (2 years) courses. As per the report, the median package offered to PG (2 years) students during 2022 placements was INR 22.50 LPA. Check the complete insights of IISc placements 2022 for PG (2 years) courses from the table below:

Candidates who want to takeM.Techadmissions should have scored a minimum of 50-70 % aggregate in graduation. Also, the candidates should also have cleared the GATE exam for IISc admission. The application process is online. The application fee for the General / OBC / EWS (economically weaker section) categories is INR 800 whereas the application fee for SC / ST category is INR 400. Additionally, the IISc BangaloreM.Techcourse has more than 20 specialisations, and some of them are mentioned in the below table:

The preparation for GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) involves systematically mastering the technical subjects, practising mock tests, understanding the level of an exam, enhancing problem-solving skills, etc. Therefore, a well-planned strategy, self-assessment, and dedication can improve the performance of the candidate preparing for this exam. This is a high time for preparation for the GATE 2024 exam. As we know, stress, anxiety, and fatigue may cause or impact preparation and performance in the exam. So, proper planning, preparation, etc. play a significant role in the success of a candidate.

The past years' placement statistics are not available on the official website. However, the NIRF report 2023 includes the past few years' placement data. As per the report, a year-on-year decline was recorded in the number of UG (4 years) students placed over the past three years. On the contrary, a year-on-year growth was observed in the number of PG (2 years) students placed. Additionally, the number of PG (3 years) students placed has been fluctuating over the past three years. The table below mentions the IISc Bangalore placement trends from 2020 to 2022:

Note: The data mentioned above is the overall placement statistics. Hence, it is not course specific.

Yes, for admission to some of the programmes IISc Bangalore is way tougher than IITs. Also, the quality of education, research & development quality at IISc Bangalore has very high standards. IISc Bangalore has produced some of the most eminent personalities and has a very high registered patent record.

For getting admission to any of the courses offered at IISc Bangalore, candidates are required to take the entrance exams specified by the university and candidates having valid scores/ percentile will be selected for further admission process.

The answer to this question depends on the course you are applying at IISC.

For Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programme, aspirants are offered admission based on JEE Main score. Hoewever, for BSc programme admission,  JEE is not compulsory. Candidates with a valid score in IISER Aptitude Test can also get admission. For other courses such as MTech, MSc and PhD, JEE Main is not required for admission at Indian Institute of Science (IISC).

There is no University-wise IISC entrance exam required for BTec course, students need to clear JEE and JEE Mains. If the student qualifies any of this mentioned-exam and you have top rank is qualify for Indian Institute of Science course admissions. Every year cut off is different but you need top ranks.

The institute has released the salary statistics for the 2024 drive. The IISc Bangalore highest package offered during 2024 placements was INR 86 LPA and the average package stood at INR 28 LPA. There are no past-year records for comparison. For a detailed analysis refer to the table below showcasing the IISc Bangalore package details:

The university accepts various national-based entrance exam score as per course requisite. For BTech, IISC Bangalore accepts JEE Mains and JEE Advance score. Moreover, for MTech, the university accepts GATE, COAP scores. The table below will clear the selection criteria for few of the top courses: