IISER Kolkata cutoff for 2026 closed at 720 in round and 2357 in round 5 for the General category. This competition in the BS-MS program has reached an all-time high at IISER Kolkata due to the growing shift of careers in research and development. While the admissions for BS-MS Computational and Data Sciences were even more competitive, with a closing rank of 463 in round 1 and 1399 in round 5.
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IISER Kolkata Cutoff 2026: BS-MS
Based on the cut-off ranks for IISER Kolkata BS-MS, the seat available has tightened compared to the previous year's ranks. The first round has witnessed strict competition among high-scoring applicants, with ranks closing at 720 for General category. In round 2, the cutoff ranks for General category jumped to 2038. Check IISER Kolkata cutoff ranks for BS MS program from round 1 to round across different categories.
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Round 2
Round 3
Round 4
Round 5
IISER Kolkata Cutoff 2026: BS-MS Computational and Data Sciences
The BS-MS Computational and Data Sciences is the second most competitive course across all IISER campuses. This program closed at 443 rank in the first round of the IISER Aptitude Test 2026. The ranks increased massively in the second round of counseling and closed at 1199. In the 5th round of counselling, the IISER Kolkata cutoff rank for BS-MS Computational and Data Sciences closed at 1399.
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Round 2
Round 3
Round 4
Round 5
IISER Kolkata Cutoff 2026 FAQs
What is the Round 5 closing rank for IISER Kolkata in 2026?
The official closing rank for the IISER Kolkata cutoff in 2026 is 2357 (BS MS) and 1399 for BS-MS Computational and Data Sciences.
What is the safe IAT score to get into IISER Kolkata?
The safe score to get in IISER Kolkata is typically between 150-180. This score typically corresponds with the All India IISER rank between 750-1100.
What is the cutoff for the BS-MS Computational and Data Sciences (CDS) program?
The IISER Kolkata cutoff for BS-MS Computational and Data Sciences closed at 463 in round and 1399 in round 2
Can I apply for IISER Kolkata via JEE Main or JEE Advanced?
IISER has completely discontinued admissions in BS MS program through JEE scores across all campuses. Hence, the admissions in BS MS are now solely offered based on ISSER Aptitude Test.
What is the OBC-NCL cutoff rank for IISER Kolkata?
The OBC NCL cutoff for IISER Kolkata closed at 3464 in round 1 and 8417 in round 5.
What is the ST cutoff rank for IISER Kolkata?
The ST cutoff for IISER Kolkata closed at 15599 in round 1 and 33713 in round 5.
What is the SC cutoff rank for IISER Kolkata?
The SC cutoff for IISER Kolkata closed at 9065 in round 1 and 14721 in round 5.
Is IISER Kolkata harder to get into than IISER Pune?
IISER Kolkata is slightly less competitive compared to IISER Pune. The 2026 IAT cutoff for IISER Pune was recorded between 263-809 (3 rounds) while the cutoff for IISER Kolkata was recorded between 720-2357 (5 rounds).
Where can I look for real time official cutoff ranks for IISER Kolkata?
All official seat allotment, round-wise results, cutoff ranks are published on the official IISER Admissions Portal. On the home page of IISER Admissions, click on “Round-Wise Closing Ranks” button to check the cutoff list for all IISER campuses, including Kolkata.
What happens if I choose “Float” option during the counseling round?
By choosing the “Float” option, you can secure your current seat at IISER Kolkata while keeping higher preference open in upgrading rounds.
