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#61 NIRF 2026
AICTE Approved
Tier 1
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Government University
Est. 2007
Total Courses
0 Programs
Fee Range
₹1.5L - ₹20.5L
Highest Package
₹38.5 LPA
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Admission 2026: Dates, Process & Eligibility
Important Admission Deadlines Live
B.Tech registrations typically open in May/June following JEE Advanced; M.Tech registrations occur in March/April; PhD admissions are conducted twice a year (Jan and July sessions).
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Admission Process Flow
Admissions for B.Tech programs at IIST are conducted independently of JoSAA/CSAB. Candidates must qualify for the JEE Advanced examination. The process involves: 1. Registration on the official IIST admission portal after JEE Advanced results. 2. Uploading required documents and paying the application fee. 3. Publication of the IIST admission rank list based on JEE Advanced scores. 4. Online seat allotment and counseling rounds. For M.Tech, admissions are primarily based on GATE scores followed by interviews, while PhD admissions require UGC-NET/CSIR-NET or JEST scores.
General Eligibility Criteria
For B.Tech programs: 1. Candidates must be Indian citizens. 2. Must have passed Class 12 with at least 75% aggregate marks (65% for SC/ST/PwD). 3. Must have qualified for JEE Advanced with specified minimum marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. 4. Age limit: General category candidates must be born on or after October 1, 1999 (with 5 years relaxation for reserved categories). For M.Tech: A B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree with minimum 60% aggregate and a valid GATE score.