M.Tech. in Earth System Science and Technology

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology (B.E./B.Tech) or equivalent in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Physical Science, Agricultural Engineering, Engineering Science, Instrumentation, or Engineering Physics from a recognized university.
• Alternatively, M.Sc. degree in Physics or Mathematics with minimum 60% marks.
• Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA for General/OBC/EWS category; 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD category.
• Valid GATE score in a relevant paper is mandatory.
• B.Tech. graduates from IITs with a CGPA of 8.0 or above are exempt from the GATE requirement.

Admission Process for M.Tech Programs:

• Admission is primarily based on a valid GATE score, followed by CCMT (Centralized Counselling for M.Tech) counselling.
• Candidates must first register and apply on the official IIST PG admissions portal (admission.iist.ac.in).
• After shortlisting based on GATE scores, candidates are called for a personal interview.
• The final merit list is prepared based on GATE score, academic record, and performance in the interview.
• For the latest academic session (2026), the application deadline for sponsored category was March 17, 2026, with online interviews scheduled for April 1-2, 2026.
• Regular admission cycle for 2026 is expected to open around May 2026, with classes commencing in August 2026.
• M.Tech students with a valid GATE score receive a monthly scholarship of ₹ 12,400 through AICTE.