IISER Kolkata Fee Structure 2026 Released for BS-MS, PhD, and MS Programs

Content Writer | Updated On - Apr 27, 2026

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata has released the fee structure for Autumn 2026 semester. Tuition fee for BS-MS dual degree is INR 48,901 per semester for general category students.

IISER Kolkata Fee Structure 2026 Released

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata has released the comprehensive fee structure for Autumn 2026 semester covering all academic programs. The fee structure includes separate provisions for new and existing students across BS-MS dual degree, PhD, and MS programs. IISER Kolkata has also released provisional fee structures for two-year and five-year programs for different batches. The fee structure details are available on the official IISER Kolkata website at iiserkol.ac.in with separate PDF documents for each program category.

The fee structure has been bifurcated into various components including tuition fees, security deposits, hostel charges, and semester registration fees. Students belonging to SC/ST/PwD categories are eligible for 100% tuition fee waiver as per the fee structure. The institute has clearly mentioned that there is no provision for obtaining loans, installment facilities, or part payment options for admission and semester registration fees. Students are encouraged to explore external financial resources and scholarships to assist with their educational expenses.

IISER Kolkata Fee Structure 2026

Fee Component	Amount
BS-MS Tuition Fee (General/EWS/OBC-NCL)	INR 48,901 per semester
BS-MS Tuition Fee (SC/ST/PwD)	100% waiver
Hostel Charges	INR 9,050 per semester
Mess Establishment Charges	INR 7,000 per semester
Mess Deposit	INR 1,000 (one-time)
Hostel Deposit	INR 1,000 (one-time)
Semester Registration Fee	INR 200 per semester
BS-MS Program Duration	5 years
PhD Program Duration	5–6 years
MS Program Duration	2 years

What are the main components of IISER Kolkata fee structure?

The fee structure includes tuition fees, hostel charges, mess fees, deposits, and registration fees. Students in the General, EWS, and OBC-NCL categories need to pay INR 48,901 per semester for the BS-MS program. Meanwhile, SC, ST, and PwD candidates are eligible for a 100% tuition fee waiver. Hostel and mess charges apply to residential students, while deposits are collected only once at the beginning of the course.

IISER Kolkata provides a full tuition fee waiver for SC, ST, and PwD students. However, the institute has clearly stated that there are no installment options, part-payment facilities, or internal loan provisions. Students are encouraged to explore external scholarships and education loans to manage their expenses.

What is the refund policy at IISER Kolkata?

The institute follows a clear refund policy. If a student withdraws before registration, a processing fee of INR 3,000 will be deducted. If withdrawal happens within one month of classes starting, INR 8,000 will be deducted. After this period, partial or no refund may apply, especially after the mid-semester examination begins. Candidates must carefully review the complete fee structure and payment rules before confirming admission. Since there is no provision for installment payments, students should plan their finances in advance. It is also advisable to regularly check the official website for any updates or changes.

With the fee structure now released, students planning to join IISER Kolkata should prepare for the next steps, including admission confirmation, fee payment, and document verification. Further updates regarding admission schedules will be shared on the official portal.

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