IIT Hyderabad M.Sc admission 2024 will be based on the IIT JAM scores followed by counselling. The JAM Admit Cards will be available on January 08, 2024, on the online admission portal. Along with that, the IIT JAM 2024 examination will take place on February 11, 2024.

IIT Hyderabad offers an MSc program for 2 years in 3 different specializations such as Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. The institute accepts MSc admission only based on the scores secured in the IIT JAM exam. IIT Hyderabad MSc cutoff overall for the general category remained at 293-311 rank.

IIT Hyderabad offers a total seat intake of 150 where the Physics and Chemistry departments have 40 seats each and the Mathematics department has 25 seats. This program requires students to do research work and also study various areas of the same discipline. Each semester does not contain more than 25 credits. The institute has also witnessed nearly 75-80% of students getting placed every year with the highest package of 35.12 LPA. 

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IIT Hyderabad M.Sc Important Dates 2024

Events Dates
IIT JAM Registration Window September 05 - October 13, 2023, October 25, 2023 (Extended)
Availability of IIT JAM Admit Card January 08, 2024
IIT JAM Exam Date February 11, 2024
IIT JAM Result Declaration March 22, 2024
IIT JAM Application For New Admission April 10, 2024

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc Course Highlights

  • The program is available in offline mode.
  • The program is offered in three departments: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
  • IIT Hyderabad charges INR 53,550 per annum for MSc.
  • International companies visit the college for recruitment.

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc Eligibility Criteria

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc Eligibility Criteria are as follows:

  • The minimum eligibility to pursue an M.Sc at IIT Hyderabad is a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks
  • The selection of the course is based on valid scores obtained in the JAM entrance examination.
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% aggregation marks. 

IIT Hyderabad MSc Seats

Courses Seats
Chemistry 40
Mathematics/ Mathematics Computing 25
Physics 40
Total 105

IIT JAM Entrance Cut off

  • IIT JAM 2024 is open for all nationals including the NRIs. For admission, foreign nationals are required to satisfy the prescribed rules and regulations formed by the committee.
  • The exam is conducted in online mode.
  • There is no age restriction for the aspirants to appear for the exam.
  •  The candidates who have either appeared or are due to appear in the final examination of their qualifying degree in 2022 are also eligible to appear in JAM 2022.
  • A total of 3 admission lists were released. Candidates not allotted seats in the first/second admission list will remain on the waiting list until the final admission list is released.

IIT Hyderabad, IIT-JAM Cutoff for the past 2 years for the General Category is listed below. 

Courses 2023 2022
M.Sc Chemistry 356 319
M.Sc Physics 392 405

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IIT Hyderabad M.Sc Admission Criteria

The candidates are selected based on the scores in IIT-JAM. The admission process is a two-step procedure. Beginning with shortlisting based on the JAM score followed by the personal interview the students are finalized.

IIT Hyderabad MSc. Application Procedure

  • Candidates can apply for the entrance test only through the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS).
  • Candidates have to register by providing their name, a valid e-mail address, mobile number, and password.
  • An enrolment ID will be sent to the candidate’s email and mobile number. These credentials are to be used by the candidate for all the exam-related information.
  • Candidates can log in and complete their examination form, and upload the photographs, signatures, and other documents.
  • Pay the application fees through electronic payment modes. Application fee for female (all categories), SC/ST/PWD students is- INR 750 (one test paper) and INR 1050 (two test papers). For other students application fee is – INR 1500 (one test paper) and INR 2100 (two test papers).

Document Required for IIT Hyderabad MSc. Application

The following data will be required while submitting the application form:

  • Correct personal information- name, date of birth, family details, etc.
  • Address for communication (including PIN code)
  • Eligibility degree details
  • College name and address with PIN code
  • JAM Paper(s)
  • Choice of JAM examination cities
  • A high-quality image of the candidate’s photograph conforming to the requirements specified
  • A high-quality image of the candidate’s signature conforming to the requirements specified
  • Scanned copy of the Category (SC/ST) Certificate (if applicable) in pdf format
  • Scanned copy of PwD Certificate (if applicable) in pdf format
  • Details of the valid Identity Document (ID) (This ID proof, in original, should be carried by the candidate to the examination hall)
  • Net banking/debit card/credit card details for fee payment.

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc Course Details

The two-year MSc program deals with wide research and acknowledgment of various areas and disciplines of Science. The curriculum includes the study of various areas and the main topics related to the respective disciplines. Students can further coordinate with the staff and do projects based on their research work.

  • Coursework is divided into four semesters.
  • Each semester includes subjects of about 20-25 credit points.

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IIT Hyderabad Placements

The Institute coordinates and organizes with the top companies. Recruiters show great interest in recruiting students every year. Besides, the MSc graduates get ample job opportunities in various fields and sectors of employment. 

Out of the strong intake of 39 students for the MSc program in Chemistry, and 18 students for the MSc program in Mathematics and Physics, almost 80% of the students get placed every year.

Training is provided for the students to enhance their technical, academic, and extra skills required to get placed in the companies. Mock interviews, seminars, conferences, project reviews, and many more are all conducted.

Placement Highlights

Registered students 53
Students placed 15
Higher studies 5
Average Salary 11.01 LPA
Percentage placed 35.12

Top Recruiters are Amazon, Infosys, Deloitte, Accenture, Flipkart, Oracle, Microsoft, AMD, ISRO, Nissan, GE, BPCL, CTS, MAQ, C-DOT, and Mathworks. 

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FAQS

Ques. How is IIT Hyderabad for an MSc?

Ans. The Institute is ranked among the top 10 colleges for three years consecutively. Well-framed Curriculums, a good staff-student relationship, and including the main subjects of the course help the students excel in their Master’s. The college has one of the best infrastructures and various well-accommodated facilities as well. Placement opportunities are good with reasonable salaries. Overall, a student can get everything they wish for at college.

Ques. Is an MSc in Physics tough at IIT Hyderabad?

Ans. The biggest problem students face is the examination system. At the end of each semester, exams are conducted to analyze the performance of students. So everyone must be thorough with the subjects of every semester. Talking about the course physics is always one of the toughest subjects to deal with. Coping with the Curriculum from time to time is the only way to pass the exams and earn a degree.

Ques. Does IIT Hyderabad offer financial assistance for the students?

Ans.Yes. The students can avail of educational loans from the branch of the State Bank of India within the campus. The management cooperates completely to help the students with financial assistance.

Ques. How are the hostel facilities at IITH?

Ans.IITH is a fully residential campus, and students are provided with on-campus housing within the permanent campus in Kandi and walking distance of the academic zone. Buses run at regular intervals throughout the day. for students to travel from the ODF hostel to Kandi's academic zone.

Ques. What are the extracurricular activities available at IIT Hyderabad?

Ans. Academically, you have plenty of opportunities to pursue your interests in all of the areas you were interested in during your school days, such as dance, drama, singing, painting, graffiti, coding, hacking, sports, photography, and so on. IIIT Hyderabad will provide you with an ideal environment for academics and coding.