IISER - Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research
An exciting opportunity in science for inquisitive young minds
Scientific and technological innovations are the key drivers for growth and economic prosperity of a nation. In the 21st century, as basic and applied sciences converge, there is an immediate need to train competent researchers. Towards this, the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India has set up 5 Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) at Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune and Thiruvananthapuram at a cost of Rs. 500 crores each.
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Admission Channels
Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY)
(http://www.iisc.ernet.in/kvpy)
(a) Results expected: End March 2011
(b) IISER application window (Tentative): End April to end May 2011
(c) IISER counseling: First week of July 2011
Indian Institute of Technology, Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE)
(Merit list only) (http://www.iitg.ac.in/jee/)
(a) Results expected: End May 2011
(b) IISER application window (Tentative): June beginning to end of June 2011
(c) IISER counseling: First week of July 2011
Direct Admission
(a) School Boards results expected: Mid June 2011
(b) IISER application window (Tentative): Mid June to first week of July 2011
(c) IISER counseling: Third week of July 2011
For all 3 channels, registration is within first week of August 2011.
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Courses offered
* 5 year BS-MS dual degree with major in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. IISER Kolkata offers major in Earth sciences also.
* Ph.D. degree in all frontier areas of Science and Mathematics
* Integrated Ph.D. program for students after B.Sc. (only at IISER Kolkata, coming up in other IISERs)
Facilities offered
* Sprawling campuses in 100-250 acres of land (under construction)
* Eco-friendly and green campuses
* Modern housing amenities for students and staff
* World-class research laboratories equipped with most modern teaching and research facilities
* Library with online resources - text books and research journals
* Multi-media facilities for online, virtual learning with access to international grids
* High performance computers
* Sports and recreational facilities
State of the art instrumentation
Students will have hands-on experience with several instruments during their research projects, such as,
* High-field NMRs
* Mass spectrometers
* Laser spectrometers
* High-resolution imaging systems (confocal, AFM, etc)
* Auto synthesizers
* X-ray diffractometers
* Property measurement systems (SQUID, PPMS etc)
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FAQ's
1. I am a class XII science student, what course can I apply for in IISER?
5-year BS-MS dual degree programme. For more information about the course go to Question 21.
2. How do I get admission to the BS-MS dual degree programme in IISERs?
To seek an admission, you should apply through at least one of the three channels. (a) KVPY (SA(2009)/SX(2010)/SB(2010)/SP(Passed 10+2 in 2010/2011) (b) IIT-JEE (Rank in regular merit list & 60 % marks in class XII) (c) Direct Admission(Class XII in 2010 &2011; Class X in 2008, 2009; Cut-off % is available in DST website (http://dst.gov.in/))
3. What is the intake of students in 2011?
Each IISER: 100. Total : 500
4. What is the intake through different channels?
KVPY Maximum : 125
IIT-JEE Maximum : 125
Direct : 500 Minus (Total number admitted through KVPY and JEE)
5. Do I need to apply separately for each channel?
Yes
6. Can I apply through more than one channel?
Yes. Requires separate application for each channel.
7. Does reservation of seats apply for admission?
Yes. As per Govt. of India rules: 15% SC; 7.5% ST; 27% OBC (non-creamy) of the total intake. Reservation for the PD candidates: 3% of each category.
8. How do I apply?
Application is only online. www.iiser-admissions.in
9. When should I apply?
Check IISER admission website between mid May to end of June 2011. See Question 22.
10. Is there an application fee?
Yes. Non-refundable application fee for each admission channel:
(1) Rs. 500/- for General/OBC applicants.
(2) Rs. 250/- for SC/ST
11. What is the mode of payment?
Through Bank transfer. Details will be announced later.
12. Is there any financial support for admitted students?
Yes. Subject to satisfactory academic performance at IISER, all students admitted to IISERs are eligible for INSPIRE/KVPY Scholarship of Rs. 5000/- per month. More details can be found at the following URLs:
http://www.inspire-dst.gov.in/scholarship.html
http://www.kvpy.org.in/main/fellowship.htm
13. Can I be a day-scholar at IISER?
No. IISER students are required to stay in campus hostels.
14. Are all candidates satisfying the eligibility criteria admitted to IISERs?
No. Admission is based on ranking in
(1) KVPY
(2) IIT-JEE and
(3) Aptitude test conducted jointly by IISERs.
15. How do I make my choice of IISER?
You will be asked to give your preferences at the time of counseling.
16. Do I get the IISER of my choice?
The allotment is on the basis of the applicant's choice and rank.
17. Can I transfer my admission from one IISER to another at any time?
NO. Allotment to an IISER is final. No application for transfer to another IISER will be entertained.
18. Is there a fee for counseling?
Yes. A non-refundable fee of
(1) Rs. 1000/- for General/OBC applicants
(2) Rs. 500/- for SC/ST
19. When and where will the counseling be held?
You can choose any one of the IISERs for counseling while applying. See Q23 for tentative dates.
20. Will all applicants be called for counseling?
No. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for counseling.
21. Is there a interview at the time of counseling?
No.
22. What is the curriculum structure for BS-MS dual degree programme?
For the first four semesters, all students will take common courses in all disciplines (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics) & Humanities. IISER Kolkata has BS-MS in earth sciences also. From the fifth semester onwards, one may opt for courses in one or more areas. The final year will be devoted to a research project.
23. What are the important dates for IISER admissions?
The following is a tentative calendar of events
Stream IISER applications Counseling date Registration and starting of session
KVPY End April to end May 2011 First week of July 2011 Registration within first week of August 2011
IIT-JEE June beginning to end of June 2011
Direct Admission Mid June to first week of July 2011 Third week of July 2011
24. What is the syllabus for the IISER aptitude test for direct admission?
CBSE classes 11th and 12th standard syllabus in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics
25. How many papers are there?
Only one paper of maximum 2 hours with equal weightage for Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.
26. Sample questions?
Click here to download biology Sample questions.
Click here to download chemistry Sample questions.
Click here to download maths Sample questions.
Click here to download physics Sample questions.
27. Is the IISER aptitude test online?
No
28. Where is the IISER aptitude test conducted?
At the IISER of your choice for the aptitude test. You can conveniently choose any of the 5 IISERs as the aptitude test centre at the time of applying.
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For enquiries contact:
Chairman, JAC-2011,
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research-Thiruvananthapuram (IISER),
CET Campus,
Thiruvananthapuram 695016
Telephone: 0471-259 7433
Email: jacchair@iisertvm.ac.in
IISER Bhopal
Transit Campus,
ITI (Gas Rahat) Building,
Govindpura,
Bhopal - 462023
www.iiserbhopal.ac.in
IISER Kolkata
Mohanpur Campus,
PO: BCKV Campus Main Office,
Mohanpur-741252,
Nadia, West Bengal
www.iiserkol.ac.in
IISER Mohali
Sector 81, Mohali
Pin-140306
www.iisermohali.ac.in
IISER Pune
Central Tower, Sai Trinity
Garware Circle, Sutarwadi
Pashan Pune 411021
www.iiserpune.ac.in
IISER Thiruvananthapuram
CET Campus,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695016