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Indian Institute of Science Education and Research - [IISER]
Mohanpur, Nadia,, India • 7412464.2(78)
VerifiedPublic (Autonomous)Estd. 2006MHRD
Founded
2006
Type
Public (Autonomous)
About Indian Institute of Science Education and Research - [IISER]
IISER Kolkata is ranked 43rd in Overall Category and 40 in Research Category by NIRF 2022. IISER Kolkata is an autonomous research and education institute in Nadia district of West Bengal. It was established in 2006 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India. The institute was established with an aim towards excellence in research in basic science at the undergraduate and graduate level with equal emphasis on higher education. The institute follows a bi-semester system, which includes a spring (Jan-May) and autumn (Aug-Dec) semester for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in science. IISER Kolkata Admission is done through Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) and JEE.
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IISER Kolkata: Courses and Eligibility
IISER Kolkata offers UG, PG, Doctorate and Post-Doctorate programs under various specializations. Mentioned below are the details for the same:
Course 1: BS-MS Dual Degree Program
Duration: 5-year
Eligibility: Intermediate graduate
Offered Majors: Biological, Chemical, Geological, Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Course Fee: INR 46,250 and INR 18,750 for SC/ST/PwD/KM students
Course 2: MS in Space Physics
Duration: 2-year
Eligibility: Graduate in B.E/B.Tech (OR) valid score in either GATE or JEST
Course Fee: INR 46,250 for General and INR 18,750 for SC/ST/PwD/KM students
Selection Criteria: Candidates will be short-listed on the basis of their qualifications and will be called for an interview. Final selection is based on the performance in the interview, academic background of the candidate and any other criterion determined by the selection committee.
Course 3: Integrated Ph.D
Eligibility: B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./M.B.B.S. or an equivalent degree
Offered Majors: Biological, Chemical, Geological, Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Course Fee: INR 35,250 for General and INR 18,750 for SC/ST/PwD/KM students
Course 4: Doctor of Philosophy
Eligibility: Masters degree
Research Areas: Biological, Chemical, Geological, Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Course Fee: INR 35,700 for General and INR 19,200 for SC/ST/PwD/KM students
Course 5: Post Doctoral Research
Eligibility: Ph.D.
Broad Research Areas: Biological, Chemical, Geological, Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Check IISER Kolkata Courses and Fees
IISER Kolkata Ranking
| Agency | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF (Overall) | 2023 | 43 |
| NIRF (Research) | 2023 | 40 |
| NIRF (Overall) | 2022 | 40 |
| NIRF (Research) | 2022 | 32 |
| NIRF (Overall) | 2021 | 35 |
| US News (Overall) | 2021 | 874 |
IISER Kolkata Admission 2024
The University accepts the score of national or state level entrance examination. For some courses, the institute also accepts merit scored in the previous qualifying examination. Given below are the details for the same:
| Course Name | Exam name/ type |
| BS-MS | JEE Advanced or KVPY |
| MS | Merit in B.E/ B.Tech |
| Integrated Ph.D | IIT JAM |
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IISER Kolkata Cutoff 2023
IISER Kolkata Cutoff 2023 for the Fifth Round of Counselling has been released. The cutoff for Admissions to 5-year BS-MS programs at IISER Kolkata is based on the scores of the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT). IISER Kolkata cutoff is the minimum score required to be admitted to the institute. The category-wise cutoff for Round 5 of the allocation and previous allocation rounds are tabulated as follows.| Category | IAT 2023 Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Round 5 | |
| General | 1194 |
| OBC-NCL | 705 |
| SC | 308 |
| ST | – |
| EWS | 233 |
| PwD | – |
| KM | 19 |
| Category | IAT 2023 Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Round 4 | |
| General | 941 |
| OBC-NCL | 612 |
| SC | 258 |
| ST | 148 |
| EWS | 211 |
| PwD | 63 |
| KM | 19 |
| Category | IAT 2023 Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Round 3 | |
| General | 883 |
| OBC-NCL | 583 |
| SC | 256 |
| ST | 123 |
| EWS | 208 |
| PwD | 120 |
| KM | 19 |
| Category | IAT 2023 Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Round 2 | |
| General | 841 |
| OBC-NCL | 532 |
| SC | 220 |
| ST | 98 |
| EWS | 188 |
| PwD | 74 |
| KM | 19 |
| Category | IAT 2023 Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Round 1 | |
| General | 403 |
| OBC-NCL | 303 |
| SC | 131 |
| ST | 72 |
| EWS | 90 |
| PwD | 73 |
| KM | 14 |
IISER Kolkata Placement
The acumen of the trained students have been displayed in various fields and they are ready to join research and corporate world and contribute in various research fields and industries like Bioinformatics, Exploration & Mining, Specialty and Fine Chemicals, Polymers, Synthetic Chemistry, Optics, Statistical Modeling. The top recruiting companies of the Institute include
IISER Kolkata Facilities
- Hostel: 400 seater hostel for both girls and boys, with hostel warden on duty 24/7.
- Computer labs: For the course students and research scholars, the section manages a Computer center which has about 50 desktops and some of which are connected to form a small experimental cluster named Meghnad.
- Laboratories: IISER-K boasts of world-class equipment both for the teaching and the research laboratories
- Medical facilities: At least 20 doctors are assigned to the medical department of the university, which is believed in for the welfare of students as well as the staff members.
- Canteen: For the students and staff member there is an eating place where they can relax and have scrumptious food.
- Guesthouse: There is a few guest house accommodation for students as well as outsiders coming to visit the students.
IISER Kolkata FAQs
Ques. How is the library facility of IISER Kolkata?
Ans. The library facility is good at IISER Kolkata as it has a collection of 29500+ books among which 13000+ are electronic books and rest are in print. The students can use the library for study purposes 24*7.
Ques. Is IISER better institute than IIT?
Ans. Yes, IISER, Kolkata is better than any IIT in India for pursuing research work or higher studies in the field of science. IISES, Kolkata is considered the best institute in India for doing research programs and excelling in a career as a scientist.
Ques. What is the rank of IISER Kolkata as per NIRF?
Ans. As per the NIRF 2023 ranking of IISER, Kolkata, it has received 40 ranks among all other institutes in India. In the World University Ranking, It ranks at 601-800th among all other global Universities.
Ques. What is the placement trend of IISER, Kolkata in part three year?
Ans. in the year 2019, total 145 students graduated UG programs from IISER among which only 23 students got placed and majority of the students opted for higher studies. The average placement package that has been offered to graduated in past three years as follows:
- 2017- 8.0 LPA
- 2018- 6.5 LPA
- 2019- 7.2 LPA
Ques. In what ways, IISERs Kolkata different from other IISERs?
Ans. The main factor of IISER Kolkata being different from other IISER is that the campus provides good faculty and student relations. The faculty helps students with course work and be supportive during the early years of the course. The instrumental facilities are better than other IISERs.
Ques. Should I choose IISER Kolkata over IIT Kharagpur for M.Sc integrated Physics course?
Ans. Yes, it is the best option to choose for pursuing M.Sc course. IISER ranks at 29th amongst other institutes. The course structure at IIT is not updated as compared to IISER, and for pursuing higher studies in science IISER is better as compared to IIT.
Ques. Is IISER Kolkata better than IISER Pune?
Ans. IISER Kolkata is better in terms of course choice that is offered to the students, students get to choose rare subjects like earth science. The faculty are very friendly and supportive at IISER Kolkata.
Ques. Are there hostel facilities in IISERs Kolkata?
Ans. Yes, there are hostel facilities for students in IISER Kolkata. There are 400 seater hostels for both girls and boys in the institute.
Ques. How is IISER Kolkata for Research and academics?
Ans. IISER Kolkata is good for academics as per the interest of students in pursuing studies in science field. It is known for its faculty in the Physics department. The institute offers research programs that maintain high research standards along with its unique monitor and major degree.
Ques. What is the fees for the Post Doctorate program in IISER Kolkata?
Ans. The fees for post-doctorate program in IISER Kolkata is 47900 INR. There are specializations like Mathematics, chemistry, Geological, Physical Science, and Biological Science.
Courses & Fees
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Courses
5
Lowest Fee
₹35,620
Highest Fee
₹1,01,010
Streams
2
ScienceArts
Admission
Submission Date of Application for Admission via IISER IAT 2025 [BS + MS]
Start: 05 Mar 2025
Last Date: 15 Apr 2025
Cutoff
Value: 641
Exam: IISER
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: #801
Agency: Times Higher Education
Category: Science
Accepted Exams
IISER2025
09 Jun 25
Specializations
5 available
Specialization
1st Year Fees
Total Fees
Cutoff
Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Biological Sciences)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
641(IISER)
Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Biological Sciences)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
641(IISER)
Physical Science
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Physical Science)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
641(IISER)
Physical Science
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Physical Science)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
641(IISER)
Chemistry
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Chemistry)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
641(IISER)
Chemistry
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Chemistry)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
641(IISER)
Mathematics
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Mathematics)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
641(IISER)
Mathematics
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Mathematics)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
641(IISER)
Geological
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Geological)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
641(IISER)
Geological
Bachelor of Science [BS] + Master of Science [MS] (Geological)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
641(IISER)
Admission
Date of Submission of Application for Autumn semester 2025 [Ph.D] (Arts)
Start: 09 Mar 2025
Last Date: 19 May 2025
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Specializations
8 available
Specialization
1st Year Fees
Total Fees
Cutoff
Biological Sciences
Ph.D. (Biological Sciences)
1st Year Fee
₹63,240
Total Fee
₹1,74,320
Cutoff
N/A
Biological Sciences
Ph.D. (Biological Sciences)
₹63,240
₹1,74,320
N/A
Computer and Data Science
Ph.D (Computer and Data Science)
1st Year Fee
₹66,240
Total Fee
₹1,89,320
Cutoff
N/A
Computer and Data Science
Ph.D (Computer and Data Science)
₹66,240
₹1,89,320
N/A
Chemical Sciences
Ph.D. (Chemical Sciences)
1st Year Fee
₹63,240
Total Fee
₹1,74,320
Cutoff
N/A
Chemical Sciences
Ph.D. (Chemical Sciences)
₹63,240
₹1,74,320
N/A
Physical Science
Ph.D. (Physical Science)
1st Year Fee
₹63,240
Total Fee
₹1,74,320
Cutoff
N/A
Physical Science
Ph.D. (Physical Science)
₹63,240
₹1,74,320
N/A
Mathematics
Ph.D. (Mathematics)
1st Year Fee
₹63,240
Total Fee
₹1,74,320
Cutoff
N/A
Mathematics
Ph.D. (Mathematics)
₹63,240
₹1,74,320
N/A
Earth Space Science
Ph.D. (Earth Space Science)
1st Year Fee
₹63,240
Total Fee
₹1,74,320
Cutoff
N/A
Earth Space Science
Ph.D. (Earth Space Science)
₹63,240
₹1,74,320
N/A
Geological Sciences
Ph.D. (Geological Sciences)
1st Year Fee
₹63,240
Total Fee
₹1,74,320
Cutoff
N/A
Geological Sciences
Ph.D. (Geological Sciences)
₹63,240
₹1,74,320
N/A
Humanities And Social Science
Ph.D. (Humanities and Social Science)
1st Year Fee
₹63,240
Total Fee
₹1,74,320
Cutoff
N/A
Humanities And Social Science
Ph.D. (Humanities and Social Science)
₹63,240
₹1,74,320
N/A
Admission
Date of Submission of Application for Autumn 2025 Session [M.Sc/Ph.D] (Science)
Start: 12 Mar 2025
Last Date: 14 May 2025
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #801
Agency: Times Higher Education
Category: Science
Specializations
3 available
Specialization
1st Year Fees
Total Fees
Cutoff
Biological Science
Master of Science [M.S] + Ph.D (Biological Science)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
N/A
Biological Science
Master of Science [M.S] + Ph.D (Biological Science)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
N/A
Geological
Master of Science [M.S]+ Ph.D (Geological)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
N/A
Geological
Master of Science [M.S]+ Ph.D (Geological)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
N/A
Physical Sciences
Master of Science [M.S] + Ph.D (Physical Sciences)
1st Year Fee
₹1,01,010
Total Fee
₹4,78,250
Cutoff
N/A
Physical Sciences
Master of Science [M.S] + Ph.D (Physical Sciences)
₹1,01,010
₹4,78,250
N/A
Admission
Date of Submisison of Application for Autumn semester 2025 [Ph.D] (Science)
Start: 09 Mar 2025
Last Date: 19 May 2025
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #801
Agency: Times Higher Education
Category: Science
Specializations
5 available
Specialization
1st Year Fees
Total Fees
Cutoff
Geological
Post Doctoral Programme in Geological
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Geological
Post Doctoral Programme in Geological
N/A
N/A
N/A
Mathematics
Post Doctoral Programme in Mathematics
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Mathematics
Post Doctoral Programme in Mathematics
N/A
N/A
N/A
Chemistry
Post Doctoral Programme in Chemistry
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Chemistry
Post Doctoral Programme in Chemistry
N/A
N/A
N/A
Biological Science
Post Doctoral Programme in Biological Science
1st Year Fee
₹35,620
Total Fee
₹64,540
Cutoff
N/A
Biological Science
Post Doctoral Programme in Biological Science
₹35,620
₹64,540
N/A
Physical Sciences
Post Doctoral Programme in Physical Sciences
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Physical Sciences
Post Doctoral Programme in Physical Sciences
N/A
N/A
N/A
Admission
Date of Submission of Application for Autumn 2025 Session [M.Sc/Ph.D] (Science)
Start: 12 Mar 2025
Last Date: 14 May 2025
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #801
Agency: Times Higher Education
Category: Science
Specializations
1 available
Specialization
1st Year Fees
Total Fees
Cutoff
Physics
Master of Science [M.S] (Physics)
1st Year Fee
₹91,928
Total Fee
₹1,78,156
Cutoff
N/A
Physics
Master of Science [M.S] (Physics)
₹91,928
₹1,78,156
N/A
Admission Process
Admission to Indian Institute of Science Education and Research - [IISER] is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.
Accepted Entrance Exams
IISER
Placements & Recruiters
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research - [IISER] Placement Details
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Campus Facilities
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research - [IISER] Facilities
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research - [IISER] in Kolkata, West Bengal, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.
Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
Total Facilities
9
Academic Support
4
Student Life
5
Student LifeHostel
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
Student LifeMedical
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
AcademicLibrary
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
AcademicComp Labs
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
AcademicLaboratory
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
Academice-classroom
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
Student LifeCafeteria
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
Campus LifeAuditorium
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
Campus LifeSports
Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.
Faculty
Prof. Sunil Kumar Khare
Director
Amirul Islam Mallick
Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Qualification: B.V.Sc, M.V.Sc, Ph.D
Amit Ghosal
Professor, Department of Physical Sciences
Qualification: B.Sc, M.Sc, Ph.D
Amlan K Roy
Professor, Department of Chemical Sciences
Qualification: Ph.D
Ananda Dasgupta
Associate Professor, Department of Physical Sciences
Qualification: Ph.D
Anandamohan Ghosh
Associate Professor, Department of Physical Sciences
Qualification: M.Sc, Ph.D
Anindita Bhadra
Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Qualification: B.Sc, M.Sc, Ph.D
Contact Information
Mohanpur, Nadia,<br> India
Pincode: 741246
Director: 033-61360012
Registrar: 033-61360022
Dean of Academic Office: 033-61360055
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