Bhopal : The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) have initiated the application process for admission to BS-MS (Dual degree) and four-year BS degree programs. Prospective candidates seeking admission to the IISERs including, IISER Berhampur, IISER Bhopal, IISER Kolkata, IISER Mohali, IISER Pune, IISER Thiruvananthapuram, and IISER Tirupati, are encouraged to register for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT 2024) by visiting the official website – iiseradmission.in

The online application window will remain open until 13^th May 2024, and the entrance test is scheduled to be held on 9^th June 2024 (Sunday). Applicants with Indian citizenship, Person of Indian Origin (PIO), Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), and Foreign Nationals are eligible to apply for the IAT 2024. Examination centres and other details related to the IISER Aptitude Test are available on the website.

Significant changes have been made to the IISER admission criteria for 2024, as outlined below:

• Only IAT 2024 scores will be considered for admissions to IISERs
• Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) and IIT-Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced scores will not be considered for IISER 2024 UG admission
• Applicants who have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination in the science stream in 2022, 2023, or 2024, with a minimum of 60% marks (general candidates), are eligible to apply for IAT 2024. For candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Person with Disability (PwD) categories, the minimum score requirement is 55% to apply for IAT 2024

The IISERs are renowned for their cutting-edge research facilities, interdisciplinary approach to education, modern pedagogy, and world-class faculty. Students at IISERs can:

• Engage in rigorous academic programs that integrate fundamental sciences with cutting-edge research
• Collaborate with leading scientists and researchers on groundbreaking projects
• Access state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities designed to foster innovation and discovery
• Benefit from a vibrant academic ecosystem that encourages intellectual curiosity and critical thinking
• Gain exposure to interdisciplinary research opportunities across various fields of science and technology

A helpdesk has been established at the IAT 2024 headquarters at IISER Bhopal (Tel: +91 755 269 1798 (between 2 PM to 5 PM on weekdays); Email: askjac2024@iiserb.ac.in) to assist candidates during the entire IAT 2024 admissions process.

With an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the sciences while fostering specialization in specific fields, IISERs empower students to explore their academic interests fully. Beyond the classroom, students have access to cutting-edge research opportunities, collaborating with faculty on groundbreaking discoveries. Coupled with state-of-the-art facilities, including world-class laboratories, libraries, and research centers, IISERs provide a conducive environment for academic and research endeavours.

Candidates are required to follow these steps to apply for IAT 2024:

• Step 1: Visit IISER Admissions 2024 Website: https://iiseradmission.in/
• Step 2: On the homepage, go to the ‘Apply for IAT-2024”
• Step3: On the next page, register to receive User ID and Password
• Step 4: After successful registration, complete the application form by uploading the necessary documents and making the appropriate payment

Candidates must provide all the details correctly and carefully. Some of the details cannot be changed once the application form is submitted.

Important dates:

• 1^st April 2024: Starting date of applications
• 13^th May 2024: Last date for submitting applications
• 16^th May 2024: Starting date for application edit
• 17^th May 2024: Last date for application edit
• 1^st June 2024: Release of Exam Hall Ticket
• 9^th June 2024: IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2024 Examination Date