IISER Thiruvananthapuram BS + MS : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the college is available through KVPY, JEE Mains, and SCB, with the latter requiring an entrance exam by IISER. There are 7 IISER locations to choose from. The faculty-to-student ratio at IISER TVM is 10:1, though it can reach 1:250-300 in early course lectures. Tutorials led by PhD students are more intimate, with a 1:30 ratio. The Integrated BS-MS program spans various subjects, with multiple assessments throughout. About 10% of students may initially fail but can retake exams.

The program is research-focused, preparing students for higher studies, particularly PhDs. On-campus placements are emerging, with an employability rate of 95-98%. Median packages were 18 LPA (2021-2022) and 8 LPA (2022-2023), and students receive a Rs. 5,000 monthly stipend. Internships are vital, with a 3-month summer break facilitating participation. Students with a CGPA of 8.5+ have better internship prospects. Financial aid is available, with general and OBC students paying around Rs. 1.2 lakh annually, while SC/ST students pay about Rs. 55,000 due to waived tuition.

Semester fees for general and OBC students are Rs. 43,000 to Rs. 50,000, with mess fees being Rs. 17,000 to Rs. 20,000 per semester. SC/ST students pay less than Rs. 30,000 per semester. Scholarships include the Inspire Scholarship offering Rs. 5,000 monthly to top 1% 12th board exam students, and the National Scholarship Scheme covering Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000 annually. The institute, while not offering its own scholarships, provides information on external ones like the Reliance Foundation Scholarship.