IISER Thiruvananthapuram BS + MS : Fees 2025, 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 ₹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 ₹1.2 lakh annually, while SC/ST students pay about ₹55,000 due to waived tuition. Semester fees for general and OBC students are ₹43,000 to ₹50,000, with mess fees being ₹17,000 to ₹20,000 per semester. SC/ST students pay less than ₹30,000 per semester. Scholarships include the Inspire Scholarship offering ₹5,000 monthly to top 1% 12th board exam students, and the National Scholarship Scheme covering ₹30,000 to ₹40,000 annually. The institute, while not offering its own scholarships, provides information on external ones like the Reliance Foundation Scholarship.