What is it like to be an undergraduate student at IISc Bangalore?

In terms of research opportunities, IISc Bangalore is a wonderful choice. There are around 50 departments and you can walk into any of them and contribute to research work. The professors willingly take in undergrad students for summer and winter projects. Some of my friends do research work even during the semesters. 

Most of the professors at IISc Bangalore are good. You will thoroughly enjoy their class. The kind of coursework that is offered ensures that you end up in decent American Colleges for your PG. However, it is after 2 years that you will get to know whether or not you will make it to American grad schools. 

As an undergrad student at IISc Bangalore, I feel that the schedule is quite hectic and sometimes overwhelming. I have classes from 8:30 to 1. After that, my lab hours are between 2-5, they usually extend way past 6. I barely get time from my classes, assignments, and coursework. 

Even during weekends, which are a holiday, most of my time is spent attending extra lectures and programs in and around the IISc Bangalore campus.  My seniors have told me that after the 3rd semester, things usually relax a bit. However, that also depends on the courses and major that you choose.

Ultimately, IISc Bangalore will demand a lot of hard work from you, but the knowledge that you will receive here will make you excel at whatever you try in your life.