IISER Mohali All Questions

Hi,

It's amazing that you're aiming for IISER Pune which is one of the most prestigious  institute for science education and research. You can get into IISER once you meet their eligibility criteria. There are 3 channels to get in IISER

• KVPY channel ( now discontinued)
• IIT-JEE channel
• IAT ( IISER Aptitude Test)

Admissions are purely based on your IAT rank , category and seat availability.

You should have also completed 10+2  with PCM/B with a minimum percentage depending on your category.

Wishing you the best

Hello student,

With an IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) all-India rank of 3963, there's a good chance you might get admitted to an IISER, but it depends on the specific IISER and the course you're aiming for.

BS-MS programs are generally more competitive than specialized programs like the B.Tech. or BS in Economic Sciences at IISER Bhopal.

Different IISERs have varying cut-off ranks. Some, like IISER Pune, are more competitive than others.

The number of seats available in each IISER and program also plays a crucial role.

Read the below article to understand the cutoff trends of IAT for IISER

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/iiser-merit-list-and-cutoff

Thank you!!

Hello,

If your category rank stands at 3,375 in the General-EWS category for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT), regrettably, securing admission to any IISER appears very improbable according to 2024 and current information. The closing ranks in the EWS category during the latest counselling rounds were significantly lower, generally under 800, with prestigious institutions like Berhampur and Tirupati being filled before reaching 800–900, and even the newer IISERs not surpassing that threshold. Consequently, a ranking of 3,375 is significantly beyond the admission range for all IISERs.

Hope this helps. All the best!

Hey there, this cutoff might be low for general category the general category for last round last year for IISER was BPR :BS-MS at 4484 ( last round) so the range cannot be above 4500 .This year also you can expect the cutoffs around same  range with little changes .

Dear Candidate ,
Admission is highly unlikely with a 7,000 EWS rank - it is well beyond the typical closing ranks for even the newer IISERs . If you are still interested, you can :
- Register for counselling on the official portal .
- Monitor Round 1 -2 allotments, though chances remain slim .
- Consider alternative programs .

hi,

With 98 marks in IAT 2025 and being in the General EWS category, your chances of getting a seat in IISER Tirupati or IISER Thiruvananthapuram seem a bit low because usually the cutoff for these institutes is higher, especially for the EWS category. Sometimes the cutoff varies depending on how many students appeared and the overall difficulty of the exam, but generally, the safe scores are a little above your mark. Still, you might have some chances in the newer IISERs where the cutoffs can be slightly lower.

Hello

When choosing between IISER Pune and RV College of Engineering (RVCE), it's not just about which one is "better"—it's about aligning with your career goals and interests.

• Choose IISER Pune if you're passionate about pure science, research, and academics.

• Choose RVCE if you're aiming for a strong engineering degree, especially in CS/IT, with excellent placement opportunities and industry exposure.

• IISER Pune offers a vibrant science-culture, clubs, and meaningful inter-IISER exchanges But placements are limited—most students prefer MS/Ph.D. trajectories .

• RVCE students enjoy balance: strong academics and robust extracurriculars in Bangalore’s innovation ecosystem.

Hello Aspirant,

Typically the suitability testing admit card (IAT-IISER Amplitude Test) is generated online and there is no expectation that you place a picture on the card after printing it off. The picture that you uploaded while you completed the form will be printed directly on the admission card so there should be no requirement for a separate passport photo on the printed one, at least that is how it is normally done.

Anyway, make sure you check the official instructions that came with the admit card on May 15. If they do require a physical picture to stick on the admission card they will clearly mention it. If the application uses your one passport photo for NEET then you may want to think about scanning and printing a digital copy if you do have to stick a picture on your admission card, in the event of such an emergency.

hi,

If your son is from the General category and is aiming for IISER Berhampur in 2025, here’s what you should know. Last year (2024), students who got a rank up to around 4400 in the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) were able to get into IISER Berhampur. So, if he gets a rank under 4500, there's a very good chance he can get a seat.

Now, every year the cutoff can change a bit depending on how many students apply, how well they perform, and how many seats are available. But generally, if he’s serious about research and preparing well, he should aim for a rank below 4000 to be on the safer side for Berhampur and maybe even other IISERs.

If you’re looking for good coaching near Agra for IISER and NISER exams besides Sciastra online, a few options you can consider are:

Some reputed local coaching centers in Agra focus on IIT-JEE and science Olympiads, which also cover topics useful for IISER/NISER preparation. You can check out places like Career Launcher and Allen Career Institute — they have branches or tie-ups in nearby cities and sometimes offer targeted courses for IISER and NISER.

Another option is Resonance, which has a good reputation for science entrance exam coaching and might have centers near Agra or nearby cities.

If you don’t mind traveling a bit, Kota in Rajasthan is famous for top coaching institutes like Allen, Resonance, and Vibrant Academy, which offer excellent training for IISER and NISER aspirants.

https://www.careers360.com/college-predictor