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IISER Mohali Admission: Courses, Fees, Eligibility, and Admission Process

Public/Government University|Estd. 2007|NIRF #70 (Overall) 2025

• Updated on 9 Oct, 2025 by Vasudha Sharma

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali was established in 2007 as a premier government body providing an opportunity to study and research science. The IISER Mohali courses include a BS-MS 5-year dual degree program and integrated PhD and PhD programs in departments as Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, etc.

 

The IISER Mohali admission to the BS-MS course is based on the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT), and for the PhD course, it is based on the scores of GATE, CSIR/UGC JRF/ NET, or ICMR-JRF, after which interviews are administered by the IISER Mohali. The IISER Mohali admission process begins with online registration, application forms are filled out in the official IISER admissions portal, and the performance evaluation of the entrance tests is done. The shortlisted applicants go through counselling rounds in which the seats are allocated.

 

Table of Contents

  1. IISER Mohali Admission: Courses Offered
  2. IISER Mohali Admission
  3. IISER Mohali Admission FAQs

 

IISER Mohali Admission: Courses Offered

IISER Mohali courses include the integrated BS-MS course, PhD, and Integrated PhD in various specializations. The IISER Mohali admission to the BS-MS course is based on the scores of the candidates in the entrance exams, as the IISER Aptitude Test. For the PhD course, the candidates are required to appear for the JRF/GATE exams. Once they qualify for the IISER Test or other exams, the candidates need to appear for the counseling process conducted by the institute. The IISER Mohali fees for the BS-MS course are INR 67483 for the 1st semester. Here are the complete details of the IISER Mohali courses, with fees and eligibility.

Course

Duration

Eligibility Criteria

Fees (1st semester)

BS-MS Dual Degree Program

5 Years

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Science stream) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology as core subjects. Admission is through the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT)

INR 67483

Integrated PhD Program

6–7 Years

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science discipline.

INR 67483

PhD Program

Minimum 3 Years

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field and have a valid score in exams such as GATE, NET, JRF, or an equivalent examination.

INR 51438

 

IISER Mohali Admission

The IISER Mohali admission to the courses offered is based on the scores of the candidates in the entrance exams, as IAT for BS-MS and GATE/ JRF for the PhD courses. For the BS-MS course, the candidates need to complete their 12th standard in the science stream from a recognized board. For the PhD and Integrated PhD courses, the candidates need to complete their post-graduation from a recognized university. Here is the detailed IISER Mohali admission process for the BS-MS and PhD courses.

 

Undergraduate (BS-MS Dual Degree) Admission

  • To enroll in the course, the candidates must have successfully passed Class 12 or equivalent with subjects in science and have passed the eligibility criteria.
  • Apply and make a registration online through the official IISER admissions portal (iiseradmission.in). Submit the required data and pay an application fee.
  • Appear for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) and wait for the declaration of results.
  • The selected candidates will be called for the online counseling rounds in order to choose and verify seats.
  • Following the seat allotment, the candidates are required to pay the seat acceptance fee.
  • The candidates need to visit the IISER Mohali campus within the given deadline, with original documents as the process of final registration, payment of fee, and enrollment.

 

Phd Admission

  • The candidates who possess a relevant postgraduate degree with minimum marks and valid scores in recognized examinations such as GATE, CSIR/UGC-JRF, NET, JEST, etc. will be eligible to apply.
  • Register online through the IISER Mohali official website with the necessary documents and application fee payment.
  • Those who are shortlisted as per the scores of the entrance exams, will be called for the interview conducted by the relevant department of the campus.
  • The merit list will be released, depending on the interview and the academic merit.
  • The selected candidates will be called for the document verification process and confirmation of admission.

 

Documents Required

Class 10th Mark sheets

Migration certificate

Caste certificate (if applicable)

Class 12th Marksheets

Character certificate

Income certificate (if applicable)

Entrance exam scores

Passport-size photographs

Proof of residence

 

IISER Mohali Admission FAQs

What are the courses offered by IISER Mohali?

IISER Mohali mainly provides 5 years BS-MS integrated dual degree course in six departments. It also provides research-oriented programs like the Integrated PhD that is full of both course plus research, and PhD which encompasses courses plus examinations, thesis and exams.

How can I get admission in IISER Mohali?

The BS-MS program admission is based on the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT). In the case of PhD programs, admissions are based on the GATE or CSIR/UGC-JRF after which interviews and departmental selection rounds are conducted. The entire procedure of the admission is carried out through the official IISER admission portal.

What rank is required for IISER Mohali?

The rank required for admission varies each year based on the entrance exam cutoff and category. For the IAT, general category candidates usually need a score in the range of 120–130 out of 240 to qualify for IISER Mohali.

What is the total fees of IISER Mohali?

For the BS-MS program, the total tuition fees amount to approximately INR 4.83 lakh for the entire five years, including the tuition, exam, hostel and mess charges.

How many seats are in IISER Mohali?

IISER Mohali offers around 270 seats annually for its BS-MS dual degree program. Seat allocation is updated each admission cycle based on government and institutional policies.

Is there any reservation provided in the IISER Mohali admission?

Yes, IISER Mohali follows the reservation policy as mandated by the Government of India. Reservations are provided for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD.

What documents are required for the IISER Mohali admission?

Required documents in the IISER Mohali admission process include Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates, admit card and rank card of qualifying exams, caste or category certificates (if applicable), birth certificate or valid ID proof, passport-sized photographs, etc.

What is the IISER Mohali eligibility criteria for the offered courses?

The IISER Mohali admission to the BS-MS program, candidates must have passed Class 12 or its equivalent exam with Science subjects and at least 60% marks for the General category. For PhD and Integrated PhD programs, eligibility includes a relevant master's or bachelor's degree with valid national-level exam scores such as GATE, CSIR/UGC JRF, NET, or equivalent qualifications.

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