IIT Bhubaneswar M.Sc admission 2024 will be based on the IIT JAM scores followed by counseling. IIT JAM registrations 2024 are over now and the 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 Bhubaneswar offers a 2-year duration MSc program divided into 4 semesters. This program is offered under the joint MSc-PhD program under departments such as Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Climate & Ocean Science. The institute accepts applications for MSc admission based on the scores secured in the IIT JAM exam. IIT Bhubaneswar MSc cutoff overall for the general category remained at 146-488 rank.

Candidates who are willing to pursue an MSc program at IIT Bhubaneswar must hold a bachelor’s degree in the Science stream or any other relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate. The students must have Mathematics as a core subject in their previous academic year. Students belonging to the SC/ST/PwD category expect a relaxation of 5% of marks to be eligible for the IIT Bhubaneswar MSc program. 

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IIT Bhubaneswar MSc Course Highlights

  • IIT Bhubaneswar MSc program is a 2-year including 4 semesters, of full-time courses offered in different specializations.
  • The course is offered under the joint MSc-PhD program at IIT Bhubaneswar.
  • The course fee of the MSc program at IIT Bhubaneswar is INR 84,460 per annum.
  • The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks.
  • The application forms are released in the months of Sep-Oct every year.
  • IIT JAM scores are mandatory to participate in CCMN counseling.
  • The MSc program at IIT Bhubaneswar interfaces science, engineering, and technology and is offered under the two schools, i.e., the School of Basic Sciences and the School of Earth, Ocean, and Climate Sciences.

IIT Bhubaneswar MSc Admission 2024 Important Dates

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 Bhubaneswar MSc Eligibility Criteria

The basic eligibility criteria are that the candidates must have passed the bachelor’s degree in the relevant disciplines as per the specializations with a minimum aggregate of 55% (50% for SC/ST/PWD) or equivalent CGPA. The discipline-wise eligibility criteria are as follows:

MSc Physics

  • Bachelor's degree in Physics as a subject for at least 2 years and Mathematics as a subject for at least one year.
  • At least 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwD) aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.

MSc Chemistry

  • Bachelor’s degree with Chemistry as a subject for 3 years.
  • 10+2 with Mathematics as a subject.
  • A minimum aggregate of 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwD) aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA at the bachelor’s level.

MSc Mathematics

  • Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics/Statistics as a subject for at least 2 years.
  • At least 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwD) aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.

MSc Geology

  • BSc Geology/BSc Honors Geology or any Bachelor’s degree with Geology as a subject for three years and any two subjects among Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
  • 10+2 with Mathematics as a subject.
  • A minimum aggregate of 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwD) aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA at the bachelor’s level.

MSc Atmosphere and Ocean Sciences

Bachelor's degree with at least 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwD) aggregate marks or equivalent.

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IIT Bhubaneswar Admission 2024

IIT JAM Entrance Exam

  • 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 Bhubaneshwar 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).

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Document Required for IIT Bhubaneshwar 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 Bhubaneswar MSc Cutoff 2023 (Released)

IIT Bhubaneswar MSc cutoffs 2023 have been released via IIT JAM. Given below are the opening and closing ranks for the General category round-wise:

Courses 2023 Cutoff By Rank 2022 Cutoff By Rank 2021 Cutoff By Rank
M.Sc + Ph.D. Geology 132 106 106
M.Sc + Ph.D. Climate & Ocean Science 213 167 141
M.Sc + Ph.D. Mathematics 385 342 324
M.Sc + Ph.D. Physics 403 444 308
M.Sc + Ph.D. Chemistry 425 360 356

FAQS

Ques. Does IIT Bhubaneswar offer MSc integrated courses?

Ans. Yes, the institute offers MSc + Ph.D. programs in five different specializations. MSc + Ph.D. programs in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Geology, Atmosphere, and Ocean Sciences are available. IIT JAM is used for admission to these integrated courses. The number of seats available for each of these courses varies.

Ques. Is it compulsory to live in the hostel of the institute to pursue the IIT Bhubaneswar MSc program?

Ans. Yes, since IIT Bhubaneswar is a residential campus, all MSC graduates are required to stay in the college hostel only. However, if the candidate is married he/she can apply to stay outside the campus at their own cost.

Ques. Can the candidates of the IIT Bhubaneswar MSc program pursue the joint program of Ph.D.?

Ans. Yes, the candidates of the MSc program after completing the third semester, can apply for the Ph.D. program after completing the third semester. Students must have secured a CGPA of more than 8.5. If the CGPA of an opted student falls below 8.5 at the end of the fourth semester, the student will also have to exit with the M. Sc. degree only.

Ques. How can anyone get admission to IIT Bhubaneswar for an MSc?

Ans. For admission to IIT Bhubaneswar, MSc candidates must take the IIT JAM. Candidates must apply for JAM via the official website. Additionally, before filling out the form, applicants must review the eligibility requirements. Candidates are then invited to CCMN Counseling based on their performance in the entrance examination.

Ques. In how many specializations does IIT Bhubaneswar offer an MSc?

Ans. Full-time MSc programs in five specializations are available at IIT Bhubaneswar. Geology, Atmosphere and Ocean Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics are among the specializations available. IIT Bhubaneswar also offers MSc + Ph.D. integrated courses in the aforementioned specializations.