Question 1

What is the reservation criteria of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology?

Accepted Answer

The reservation policy of the Government of India applicable to Central Educational Institutions (CEI), candidates belonging to the following categories are admitted to reserved seats based on relaxed criteria. The categories and the corresponding percentage of reservation are:Scheduled Castes15%Scheduled Tribes7.5%Other Backward Classes belonging to Non-Creamy Layer27%Persons with Disabilities5%

Question 2

How can I check my result at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology?

Accepted Answer

IIST offers UG/ PG/ and Research programs in seven departments. It runs two types of courses for Regular candidates and DOS/ISRO employees and conducts admission entrance examination separately. The result of entrance examination is declared separately for each course and course type (Regular or DOS/ISRO employee). To read more, click here

Question 3

Does the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology provide scholarships?

Accepted Answer

The institute provides scholarships to meritorious and needy students. The complete cost of education in IIST for all the students are funded through an Assistanceship package offered by the Department of Space.

Question 4

What is the intake capacity for admission at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology?

Accepted Answer

The seat intake capacity for admission at Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology is as follows:CourseSeat IntakeB.Tech in Aerospace Engineering60 + 6B.Tech in Avionics60 + 6Dual Degree (B.Tech and Master of Science/ M.Tech)20 + 2

Question 5

What are the jobs with the average salary offered to M.Tech graduates?

Accepted Answer

The following table shows the list of popular job profiles for MTech graduates:DesignationAverage Salary (INR)Computer Science EngineersINR 3 LPAAssistance EngineersINR 3 LPAExecutive EngineersINR 9 LPASoftware EngineersINR 5 LPAMechanical EngineersINR 3.5 LPAElectronics EngineersINR 1.9 LPAMining EngineersINR 8 LPAElectronics and Communication EngineersINR 3 LPACheck:M.Tech Course

Question 6

What is the counselling procedure for admission in UG courses at Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology?

Accepted Answer

The admission to undergraduate courses is done through personal counseling based upon merit which is strictly governed by the reservation policy laid down by the Government.Register yourself online on the IIST website.IIST generates an admission list based upon the same.Only those candidates who have registered online will be considered eligible for this admission list.This admission list will include JEE (Advanced) All-India Rank (including category rank of the candidates).

Question 7

What type of Hostel facilities are available at IIST?

Accepted Answer

IIST offers hostels for boys and girls. The institute provides well furnished rooms with multiple bedding facilities, attached washrooms, 24/7 wifi facilities and mess facilities that offer nutritious meals for students. Also,hostels have common rooms where candidates can interact with each others.The table given below shows the hostel fee structure for both male and female candidates:ParticularsAmount (INR)Hostel Fees (per semester)INR 6,000Hostel Establishment ChargesINR 5,000Hostel RentINR 3,000Electricity and Water ChargesINR 750Mess Semester (Advance) for 5 monthsINR 15,000Optional Vacation Mess Charge (per month)INR 3,000Total without Vacation Mess ChargeINR 23,750

Question 8

What type of Placements facilities are available at IIST?

Accepted Answer

The release of the IIST Placement Report for 2024 is still pending. However, the most recent data indicates that the highest packages offered to B.Tech and dual degree students were INR 16.60 LPA and INR 13.20 LPA respectively. In 2023, 51 out of 77 M.Tech students were placed, and notable companies that recruited from the institute include Adobe Systems, General Electric, Infosys, and Wipro.

Question 9

What is the location of IIST?

Accepted Answer

IIST is located in Valiamala which is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Its campus is situated near the hills of Western Ghats, which enhances the atmosphere and provides a comprehensive learning environment to the students.It is connected by the road and is approximately 25 kilometers away from main city of Thiruvananthampuram.

Question 10

Are there any collaboration opportunities with other space agencies?

Accepted Answer

Yes IIST has ample opportunities where it collaborates with international space agencies like ISRO(Indian Space Research Organization), DRDO(Defence Research and Development Organization) which is useful in providing students with the unique research opportunities and collaborations which can enhance their technical as well as also gives them an insight about the industrial trends happening around the world.

Question 11

If an international student wants to take admission at IIST what will be the procedure for this?

Accepted Answer

International students who are interested in applying at IIST can simply visit the official website and from there they can go to the admission portal under the section of foreign students. The eligibility criteria may vary from country to country but usually international students require to meet the equivalent qualification to the Indian education system of 10 + 2 so that they can meet the English proficiency, and also they need to secure a valid score in international exams like SAT or ACT.

Question 12

How does IIST support entrepreneurial and innovative initiatives among students?

Accepted Answer

IIST has an incubation center for entrepreneurship and innovation where students from various specializations can collaborate and take initiatives. The institute provides guidance and required resources for start-up ventures after getting them approved through the internal process and guidelines which are specified by the internal authorities of IIST. Students can collaborate in national as well as international competitions like Hackathons, Technology Workshops which can make them well versed with the latest technology trends.

Question 13

What type of scholarship facilities are available at IIST?

Accepted Answer

IIST offers various scholarships to support its students. Full fee waivers in the first year are available for undergraduate students with All India Ranks (AIR) up to 1000 in JEE Advanced. Additionally, students who maintain a minimum CGPA of 9.0 per year can receive a 50% tuition fee waiver for the following semester. For PhD students, the initial fellowship amount is INR 31,000 per month, with the potential to increase to INR 35,000 after two years, subject to performance evaluation. Scholarship recipients are also required to contribute academically through tutorials or practicals for up to 6 hours per week.According to IIST regulations, scholars are responsible for covering personal expenses such as boarding and lodging.

Question 14

What are the placement statistics for IIST B.Tech till now?

Accepted Answer

The release of the 2024 IIST Placement Report is pending and it will be posted on the official website soon. According to the most recent data available, the highest package offered to B.Tech students is INR 16.60 LPA, while dual degree students received a maximum package of INR 13.20 LPA. The total number of students eligible for campus placement in 2023-2024 is as follows: 64 students in B.Tech Aerospace Engineering and 60 students in B.Tech ECE (Avionics).

Question 15

How many students were placed in IIST Placements 2021?

Accepted Answer

42 students were placed in IIST Placements 2021.

Question 16

What was the CTC range offered during IIST Placements 2021?

Accepted Answer

The average CTC ranged from INR 5 LPA to INR 11.5 LPA.

Question 17

What was the highest CTC offered during IIST Placements 2021?

Accepted Answer

The highest CTC of INR 11.5 LPA was offered during IIST Placements 2021.

Question 18

What was the average CTC offered during IIST Placements 2021?

Accepted Answer

The average CTC of INR 7.6 LPA was offered during IIST Placements 2021.

Question 19

Which recruiters visited the campus during IIST Placements 2021?

Accepted Answer

Tata Consultancy Services, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, Viz Experts, Analog Devices, Mercedes Benz etc.

Question 20

How many students were placed in IIST Placements 2020?

Accepted Answer

127 students were placed in IIST Placements 2020.

Question 21

What was the average CTC range during IIST Placements 2020?

Accepted Answer

The average CTC ranged from INR 5 LPA to INR 10.5 LPA during IIST Placements 2020.

Question 22

How many recruiters participated in IIST Placements 2020?

Accepted Answer

37 recruiters participated in IIST Placements 2020.

Courses	Round 1 (Cutoff marks)	Round 2 (Cutoff marks)	Round 3 (Cutoff marks)	Round 4 (Cutoff marks)
M.Tech Machine Learning and Computing	621	603	597	537
M.Tech Geoinformatics	570	496	465	435
M.Tech Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics	553	481	465	461
M.Tech Quantum Technology	525	514	509	440
M.Tech VLSI and Microsystem	523	489	486	449
M.Tech Structures and Design	504	466	458	404
M.Tech Thermal and Propulsion	500	462	458	458
M.Tech Optical Engineering	466	420	420	365
M.Tech Earth System Science and Technology	462	429	370	-
M.Tech Control Systems	454	429	-	414
M.Tech Power Electronics	446	424	-	405
M.Tech Digital System & Signal Processing	444	434	424	380
M.Tech RF and Microwave Engineering	434	424	-	350
M.Sc Astronomy and Astrophysics	420	350	350	-
M.Tech Material Science and Technology	410	361	-	-
M.Tech Manufacturing Technology	404	351	-	355

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