Indian Institute Of Space Science & Technology Admission

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

• B.Tech and Dual Degree programs require basic eligibility of 10+2 with 75% marks from a recognized board along with JEE Main score.
• The students will be selected for B.Tech and Dual Degree programs based on JEE Advanced score followed by Counseling.
• The students who are applying for MS or M.Tech program must have a valid score in the GATE exam and 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 that are four years with two specializations, such as Avionics and Aerospace Engineering. Before applying for the program, the students must have passed in 10+2 or equivalent with 75% marks in PCM subjects along with JEE main with an average score of 20% and must have a minimum of 5% marks in PCM subjects separately. The selection process for admission to B.Tech will be based on 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 can apply for the program. The students will be selected for admissions based on performance in JEE Advanced, followed by Counseling.

Counseling Procedure:

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

• 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:

M.Tech program is offered for four semesters which is of 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 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 or Meteorology or Remote Sensing etc.

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

IIST M.Sc. Admissions:

The students applying for MS degree must hold a bachelor degree in engineering or equivalent in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electronics & Communication/Instrumentation, Electrical, Physical, etc. (or) M.Sc. in Space Physics or Physics or Space Physics along with GATE score, JEST or UGCE NET score. The 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 from April month and must be submitted before the last date.

• Students must compulsorily meet basic eligibility criteria before applying for the programs online through the IIST website.
• The separate fee to be paid if opted for more than one specialization.
• The registration fee 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.