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Which is more reputed among US universities? IISc Bangalore or IIT's?
IITs are more reputed in US universities. The reason is quite simple. Even though things are changing, engineering still remains the career choice for most students. IITs also have a huge alumni base.
However, in the research sector, IISc is a widely recognized name. Researchers and professors of reputed universities are well aware that IISc is a prestigious research university in India.
What's your experience of attending M.Tech (nanoscience and engineering) interviews at IISc Bangalore ?
The interviews for the M.Tech (nanoscience and engineering) program are conducted on the campus of IISc Bangalore. The interviews usually take around 3 days to get completed. There will be 4 panels with 4 faculties each. Generally, around 200-300 participants are called for the interview. The interviews start with a few general questions, regarding the preference for the subject and introduction. Then the technical part of the interview starts, the interviews are not very technical or difficult, the questions asked in the interview are aimed to test the student and how eager the student’s basic knowledge is in the subject. Students are also asked questions from their UG Projects. A typical interview ranges for 40 minutes to an hour. To prepare for the interview, clear your basic understanding of the subject and follow the syllabus for undergraduate and GATE.
What is life like at IISc Bangalore? I'm curious about undergraduate life, specifically about things other than academics, like social life. Also, what is the male-to-female ratio like?
Life at IISc is different from life at other universities owing to its uniqueness.
The campus of IISc is mesmerizing. The new hostels are pretty good and comfortable. In a mess, one has an option between 4 different types of meals(South Indian veg and non-veg; and North Indian veg and non-veg). Regardless of how good the mess menu is, one is bound to get bored of the taste eventually. But there are many food joints that deliver food just outside the hostels.
Academic life in the institute is quite hectic. Students have to spend a considerable chunk of their time in academics.
In IISc, there are numerous student-run clubs. It includes the major clubs like Dance, Music (Classical and Rock), Theatre and Sports. These clubs also conduct regular workshops and training for interested students. Apart from these clubs, there are plenty of other clubs like Nature club, Vivekananda Circle, Adventure Club, Notebook Drive(these club works for students and teachers from various schools to simplify lessons by incorporating play, models and fun activities), Bird watchers club, Photography club, Yoga club, the list is endless. Students from almost all parts of India study in IISc. Most of the festivals are celebrated by each and everyone irrespective of their background.
Gymkhana offers all sports facilities such as badminton, tennis, volleyball, basketball, swimming, etc.
IISc offers excellent infrastructure and facilities for most departments, and the professors are extremely qualified and experienced in their field. Also, many Nobel Laureates regularly visit to impart their share of knowledge.
IISc organizes an Open Day, which is the only day IISc allows anyone to visit the campus. On this day, IISc students display fascinating experiments, models, and posters. School and college kids can also participate in various quizzes and competitions organized on Open day.
IISc students, with the help of authorities, organize a fest called Pravega. It is similar to fests organized by most colleges. It includes competitions and concerts.
The number of male students is higher for engineering courses. The male-female ratio is higher for core sciences and undergraduate courses.
How good are placements for ME Computer Science students at IISc, Bangalore?
Placements at the Computer Science department are quite good in IISc Bangalore.
CS postgraduates interested in high quality R&D in the industry receive good job opportunities at IBM India Research Lab, Xerox Research Center India, and several other research labs. MNCs like Microsoft, Amazon, EBay and NVidia recruit a large number of students from the department. Apart from them, startups offer attractive job profiles and exciting remuneration packages to CS students. Among financial firms, Goldman Sachs and American Express recruit students from the department.
You can rest assured that the placements for ME Computer Science are quite good at IISc Bangalore.
Who are the best professors at IISc Bangalore?
There are more than 400 faculty members at IISC Bangalore from all the departments so it is difficult to mention the best professor as no one can interact with all of the faculties. However, given below are a few of the professors who inspired the current students and the alumni.
Dr. M.K. Gunasekaran is an excellent teacher from DESE. His classes are very interesting. His way of teaching electronics subjects like analog and digital circuit design is unique.
Prof. K L Sebastian is another great professor in Physical Chemistry. His way of using funny quotes and animation during lectures keeps the students hooked.
Prof. Chandan Dasgupta, the UG dean, and Prof. Ramasesha, the Dean of Sciences are two another very good professors who teaches Statistical Mechanics and Group Theory, Quantum Chemistry.
Prof. Anurag Kumar from ECE and CSE department teaches Wireless networking and is one of the best professors in this subject according to his students.
Prof. Shivani Agrawal is a young professor in the CSE department who is one of the best in the country. She is a Ramanujan fellow (only a few get this fellowship in the country).
Prof. Uday Mitra is also popular among the students. Students enjoy his physical organic chemistry classes for his methodical, informative, and planned way of teaching.
There are many other professors like Prof. P.V. Sivapullaiah, Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Prof Raghvendra Gadagkar who are among the best in this country.
What is the fees structure of iisc bangalore?
The Indian Institute of Science (IISC) Bangalore offers various programs that are listed below.
- Bachelor of Science ( Research) Undergraduate Program- (Master of Science is only offered to those who wish to continue after 4 years of UG programs)
- M.Tech/M.Des/ M.Mgt
- Integrated Ph.D. programs
- Research Program- M.Tech (Research)/ Ph.D
The following table has the annual fee structure for the various programs offered at IISc Bangalore.
The fee structure for General/OBC students (INR for annum)
|
Regular Students |
Sponsored Students from(Defence/DRDO/ISRO/NAL etc.) |
||||||
|
Program |
Bachelor of Science (Research) |
PhD |
M Tech (Res) |
Int. PhD |
M Tech/ M Des |
M Mgt |
M Tech |
|
Tuition Fee |
10,000 |
15,000 |
9,000 |
9,000 |
9,000 |
1,00,000 |
14,000 |
|
Gymkhana Fee |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
|
Other Academic Fees |
3,700 |
3,700 |
3,700 |
3,700 |
3,700 |
50,000 |
3,700 |
|
Statutory Deposit (Refundable)* |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
|
Library Deposit (Refundable)* |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
|
Student Emergency Fund |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
|
Total |
30,000 |
35,000 |
29,000 |
29,000** |
29,000 |
166,300 |
34,000 |
* to be paid in the first year.
**for the 1st two years and thereafter on per with PhD
Fee structure for SC/ST category (INR per annum)
|
Program |
Bachelor of Science (Res) |
PhD |
M Tech (Res) |
Int. PhD |
M Tech/ M Des |
M Mgt |
|
Tuition Fee |
Fee waived |
|||||
|
Gymkhana Fee |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
|
Other Academic Fees |
3,700 |
3,700 |
3,700 |
3,700 |
3,700 |
50,000 |
|
Statutory Deposit (Refundable)* |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
|
Library Deposit (Refundable)* |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
7,500 |
|
Students Emergency Fund |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
|
Total |
20,000 |
20,000 |
20,000 |
20,000 |
20,000 |
66,300 |
*to be paid in the first year
There are many scholarships or fellowships available for student in need of financial assistant at IISC Bangalore.
What should one choose between Mtech in ISI kolkata for the Quality,Reliability and Operation Research program, or MS from IISc in SERC (Super Computer Education Research Centre)?
I can never stop suggesting people join ISI Kolkata by any means. It’s a magical place for math lovers and has given birth to many world-renowned Mathematicians. Even the offered SERC at IISc cannot be compared to ISI.
Whenever you are choosing a college or even a branch, the best way to determine the best option is to check the faculty profiles. People who choose colleges solely on the basis of placements realize the true scenario to be way different than expected and end up regretting their decision. So, don’t aim for becoming successful only, rather become talented and skilled enough that success seeks you on its own. Stop focusing on placements, focus on other major things, and good placements will be well on your way!
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