The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, offers a range of programs of Postgraduate, Undergraduate and Doctoral levels. B.Tech in this institute is a dual degree course based and the admission is based on the scores of JEE Advanced.
The selection process of M.S and M.Tech are done based on the scores of JEST or GATE followed by an interview. The PhD admission is done based on the entrance test and followed by a personal interview. Students must meet the eligibility criteria for the admission to this college.
IIST Thiruvananthapuram Admission Process 2024
- Mode of Study - Regular/Offline
- Programs Offered - 4
- Admission 2024 - Opening soon
- Application website - iist.ac.in
- Level of programs offered - UG, PG & PhD
- Popular programs - B.Tech
IIST Thiruvananthapuram Admission 2024 - Eligibility & Selection Criteria
The admission to IIST Thiruvananthapuram is done by the scores of national - level exams such as : JEST, GATE and JEE Main. The basic requirement for UG programs is is the rank of class 12 and for PG a relevant bachelor’s degree. For the PhD level program candidates must have a relevant PG degree.
B.Tech :
- Eligibility - Class 12 with 75% aggregate.
- Exam : JEE Main, JEE Advanced.
M.Tech :
- Eligibility - Bachelor's degree with 60% aggregate (General / EWS & OBC) and 55% (SC/ST & PwD).
- Exam : GATE/JEST+ written test and interview.
M.Sc :
- Eligibility - Bachelor's degree with 60% aggregate (General / EWS & OBC) and 55% (SC/ST & PwD).
- Exam : GATE/ JEST.
Ph.D :
- Eligibility - B.Tech/ BE/ ME/ M.Tech/ MS pass candidates in the relevant stream.
- Exam : UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ JEST (or) GATE.
IIST Thiruvananthapuram Fees 2024
The fees at IIST Thiruvananthapuram includes various components, such as alumni fees, registration fees, Tuition fees and more. Some of the fees are refundable, and students have to pay it in each semester. Additionally, SC/ST and PwD students get a fee exemption.
IIST Thiruvananthapuram Seats 2024
- B.Tech - 220
- M.Tech - 260
IIST Thiruvananthapuram Seat Reservation 2024
- Economically Weaker Sections (EwS) - 10
- Scheduled Castes (SC) - 15
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) - 7.5
- Other Backward Castes (OBC) - 27
- Persons with Disabilities (PD) - 3
IIST Thiruvananthapuram Admission Process 2024
Students can get full information about the admission criteria on the official website. Follow the below instructions.
Step 1 - To know about the programs, students have to visit the official website iist.ac.in.
Step 2 - On the website, they have to fill in the application form of the desired course and pay the fee.
Step 3 - The college prepares a rank list for successful candidates based on the entrance tests. For B.Tech, the list is made based on the scores of JEE Advanced. For PG course GATE rank score are prepared. Candidates selected in the list have to complete registration based on their selected program.
Step 4 - The institute announces the seat allotment round on the official website, and based on the merits of students they get preferences. Students must accept the seat allocated to them by paying the first semester charges. Once they pay the fee, they have to submit the required documents.
Frequently Asked Questions :
Q. Can students bring mobile phones in the college ?
A. They are but students have to keep their mobile phones in their bags when a class is in progress.
Q. Is it mandatory to stay in the hostel at IIST Thiruvananthapuram ?
A. All registered students have to stay in the hostel residence. The departmental students who are married have the option of staying outside the hostel.
Q. Is there a home state quota in this college ?
A. No, There’s no such quota available in the UG courses.
Q. Is IIST Thiruvananthapuram a government or a private university ?
A. This is a government aided college and deemed to be a university situated in Thiruvananthapuram, India.