About IISER Thiruvananthapuram
IISER Thiruvananthapuram is one of India’s premier institutes focused on science education, research, and innovation. The institute offers programs at UG, PG, and PhD levels, including the flagship BS-MS Dual Degree, MSc, Integrated PhD, and PhD programmes.
Admission to each programme is based on meeting the eligibility criteria and qualifying in the respective national- or institute-level entrance examinations.
Admission Process 2025
Undergraduate (UG) Program – BS-MS Dual Degree
BS-MS Dual Degree
Eligibility: Class 12 with Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) for applicants applying via the SCB channel
Selection:
JEE Advanced
KVPY
IISER Aptitude Test (IAT)
Applicants can apply through any of the approved channels depending on their qualifications.
Postgraduate (PG) Programs – MSc & Integrated PhD
MSc
Eligibility:
A 3-year or 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant disciplines
Minimum 60% aggregate or CGPA 6.5 (General/ EWS/ OBC-NCL)
Minimum 50% aggregate or CGPA 5.5 (SC/ ST/ PwD)
Selection:
IISER Thiruvananthapuram MSc Screening Test
Integrated PhD
Eligibility:
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Technology, or related fields
Minimum 55% aggregate / CGPA 6.0
Selection:
JEST
JAM
Shortlisted candidates may also be called for interviews depending on the discipline.
Doctoral (PhD) Programs
PhD
Eligibility: Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 60% aggregate
Selection:
CSIR NET
GATE
CSIR-JRF
UGC-JRF
JEST
Candidates may also be required to attend discipline-specific interviews and research proposal evaluations.
Steps in the IISER TVM Admission Process 2025
1. Online Application
Visit the official IISER TVM admissions portal
Register and complete the application form
Upload academic documents, certificates, and identification proof
Pay the required application fee
2. Entrance Examination
Depending on the program, candidates must appear for exams such as IAT, JEE Advanced, KVPY, JAM, JEST, GATE, or relevant national eligibility tests
3. Screening & Interviews
MSc applicants must appear for IISER TVM’s internal screening test
Integrated PhD and PhD applicants may undergo interviews after shortlisting
4. Final Admission
Candidates selected through exam and interview rounds must:
Complete document verification
Pay the admission fee
Admission is confirmed only after fulfilling all formalities.
Eligibility Summary for 2025
BS-MS Dual Degree
Class 12 with PCM (for SCB channel)
Selection through JEE Advanced / KVPY / IISER Aptitude Test
MSc
Bachelor’s degree in Science/ Engineering/ Mathematics
60% (General/ EWS/ OBC), 50% (SC/ ST/ PwD)
IISER TVM Screening Test
Integrated PhD
Bachelor’s degree in relevant sciences or engineering
Minimum 55% aggregate
JEST / JAM
PhD
Master’s degree with minimum 60% aggregate
CSIR NET / GATE / JRF / JEST
Why Choose IISER Thiruvananthapuram?
One of India’s top research-focused institutes
Strong emphasis on scientific research from UG level
Highly qualified faculty and modern laboratories
National-level recognition and government-funded status
Excellent research opportunities and PhD pathways
Beautiful, eco-friendly campus with advanced facilities
