Admission in Indian Institute Of Space Science & Technology 2025: Date, Cutoff, Eligibility

Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology (IIST), Deemed to be a University, was started as an autonomous body by the Department of Space in 2007. The Institute offers a vast range of UG, PG, and doctoral programs, and the admission process for UG is based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced, whereas PG is based on the GATE score.

• B.Tech and Dual Degree programs require basic eligibility of 10+2 with 75% marks from a recognized board along with a JEE Main score.
• The students will be selected for B.Tech and Dual Degree programs based on JEE Advanced score followed by Counseling.
• Students applying for an MS or M.Tech program must have a valid GATE score and a B.Tech Degree in the applicable stream.
• The M.Tech and MS program selection process will be based on a written test and Interview by the Institute.

IIST Admission Highlights:

IIST Admission Schedule:

IIST B.Tech Admissions:

The Institute has been offering an engineering program at the UG level for eight semesters, which is four years long, with two specializations, such as Avionics and Aerospace Engineering. Before applying for the program, the students must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with 75% marks in PCM subjects, along with JEE main with an average score of 20% and a minimum of 5% marks in PCM subjects separately. The selection process for admission to B.Tech will be based on the JEE Advanced exam score, followed by Counseling.

IIST Dual Degree Admissions:

The Institute is offering Two Dual Degree programs that are B. Tech + M.Tech and B.Tech + MS, for five years of duration. The students with the eligibility of 10+2 or equivalent passed with 75% marks in PCM subjects and JEE main with an average score of 20%. It must have a minimum of 5% marks in PCM subjects separately and can apply for the program. The students will be selected for admission based on performance in JEE Advanced, followed by Counseling.

Counselling Procedure:

The students will be provided admission based on personal Counseling, according to the reservation policy set by the government, as per merit.

• Students must first register on the IIST website online.
• Eligibility criteria must be compulsory full filled.
• Admission Shortlist will be generated based on eligibility.
• Registered students will only be taken into consideration for Admission Shortlisting.
• Admission Shortlisting includes JEE Advanced All India Rank.

IIST UG Application Process:

The Institute starts accepting application forms for the UG program in June, and the documents should be submitted before the last date as prescribed by the Institute.

• Students must register themselves for JEE Advanced and JEE Main before applying for IIST UG.
• Application Fee of INR 600/- to be paid by the students.

IIST M.Tech Admissions:

The M.Tech program is offered for four semesters, which is two full years with 14 specializations. The students must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering in applicable streams or an M.Sc. degree in a relevant discipline with 60% marks from a recognized university. The students who are opting for M.Tech in Earth System Sciences applying through an M.Sc. degree must have studied M.Sc. with Mathematics and Physics or, if using through B. Tech degree must have experience in Oceanic and Atmospheric Science or Geology, Meteorology, Remote Sensing, etc.

The students must have a valid GATE score before applying for the M.Tech program. The selection process will be carried out through the written Test and Interview conducted by the Institute based on merit in the GATE exam.

IIST M.Sc. Admissions:

The students applying for an MS degree must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electronics and communication/Instrumentation, Electrical, Physical, etc. (or) an M.Sc. in Space Physics or Physics or Space Physics along with a GATE score, JEST score, or UGCE NET score. Admission will be based on the Institute's written test performance, followed by an interview based on merit.

IIST PG Application Process:

The Institute starts accepting application forms for PG programs in April month, and they must be submitted before the last date.

• Students must compulsorily meet basic eligibility criteria before applying for the programs online through the IIST website.
• A separate fee is to be paid if opted for more than one specialization.
• The registration fee is to be paid online.
• A hard copy of the application form must be carried for the entrance exam and personal Interview.
• Application Fee of INR 600/- to be paid for PG programs.