IISER Mohali was established in 2007 and is well known for its Postgraduate and Doctoral courses. The Institute offers Integrated PhD, PhD and BS-MS Dual Degree programmes. The admission process is based on merit obtained in entrance exams. The NIRF ranked the Institute at 50th position in 2023 and 51th position in 2023 in Overall Category. Check IISER Mohali Ph.D. Admission

IISER Mohali Important Dates

Event Dates
Registration of Admission for Batch 2023 (IAT & KVPY) April 15, 2023 – May 25, 2023
Registration on the Basis of JEE Advanced June 25, 2023 – June 30, 2023
IISER Aptitude Test June 17, 2023
IAT Answer Keys June 17, 2023
IAT Results July 3, 2023
Round 1 Admission July 12 – July 14, 2023
Round 2 Admission July 18 – July 20, 2023
Round 3 Admission  July 23 – July 25, 2023
Round 4 Admission July 28 – July 30, 2023
Ph.D / Integrated Ph.D
Last Date to Apply for JEST February 25, 2023
JEST 2023 Exam March 11, 2023

IISER Mohali Courses

The Institute offers numerous courses and the details about the same is tabulated below:

Courses Details
Integrated PhD Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in Science
BS-MS Dual Duration: 5 years
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM
PhD Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Specific Master’s Degree

Check IISER Courses & Fees

IISER Mohali Admissions

The admission criteria for integrated PhD is on the basis of JEST rank/DST INSPIRE fellowship or KVPY Scholarship/ Rank in IIT JAM along with Interview. For BS-MS dual degree, the selection is based on KVPY channel, JEE Advanced and SCB channel. Marks scored in 10+2 will also be taken into consideration. For PhD, the selection is based on the score obtained in GATE/CSIR or UGC-NET/GPAT/ICMR-JRF/DST-INSPIRE in relevant specialization along with an interview. For BS-MS Dual and PhD program, their merit scores which are the ranks and scores attained in respective examinations would decide the final admission of the student.

How to Apply?

A candidate who wishes to get admission in this Institute need to follow the below-given steps:

  • Visit the official website.
  • Click on “Online application facility” option available on website – http://www.iisermohali.ac.in
  • Fill the Pre-admission Form and register yourself
  • Login using credentials and fill all the information and upload necessary documents
  • Submit the form and keep the print out of it for future reference 

For detailed information read IISER Admission

IISER Mohali Cutoff 2023

IISER Mohali Cutoff 2023 for the Fifth Round of Counselling has been released. The cutoff for Admissions to 5-year BS-MS programs at IISER Mohali is based on the scores of the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT). IISER Mohali cutoff is the minimum score required to be admitted to the institute. The category-wise cutoff for Round 5 of the allocation and previous allocation rounds are tabulated as follows: 
Category IAT 2023 Cutoff 
Round 5
General 1770
OBC-NCL 1123
SC 454
ST 210
EWS 293
PwD –
KM –
 
Category IAT 2023 Cutoff 
Round 4
General 1415
OBC-NCL 979
SC 420
ST 189
EWS 278
PwD –
KM 13
 
Category IAT 2023 Cutoff 
Round 3
General 1422
OBC-NCL 982
SC 420
ST 189
EWS 278
PwD –
KM 13
 
Category IAT 2023 Cutoff 
Round 2
General 1172
OBC-NCL 822
SC 327
ST 147
EWS 232
PwD 81
KM 13
 
Category IAT 2023 Cutoff 
Round 1
General 706
OBC-NCL 516
SC 223
ST 129
EWS 150
PwD 119
KM 7

IISER Mohali Facilities

The Institute provides basic facilities to students as well as faculty members. 

  • Library: The space of the library is not only known for its beautiful ambience however also for the astonishing infrastructure. The library space is user friendly that creates a learning and creative environment for students. Personal books, laptops as well as library issues books are allowed for effective reading. 
  • Visitor’s Hostel: There is an accommodation facility for Institute faculty as well as visitors.
  • Health Centre: The health centre of the Institute is well equipped with specialized doctors, surgeons and physicians. The faculty takes proper care and gives good treatment to its patients.
  • Sports Facilities: From athletics track to volleyball to kho kho, all such sports are played and taught in the premises of IISER. 
  • Counseling Service: There is a possibility for the students to consult and take the guidance of a specialized counsellor. 

IISER Mohali Faculty

The Institute has experienced faculty who are well versed in their own fields. 

  • Associate Professor: 27
  • Assistant Professor: 62
  • Professor: 98

Get information on IISER Faculty

IISER Mohali FAQs

Ques. Does IISER Mohali have an opportunity cell?

Ans. Yes, the Institute has an opportunity cell that benefits students in every way. Every year, large number of students pursue projects related to research in organization as well as academia through the internship. In addition to this, opportunity cell also gives information regarding numerous internship programmes.

Ques. How many departments are there at IISER Mohali?

Ans. There are 6 departments on the campus namely Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Chemical Sciences and Mathematical Sciences.

Ques. Does IISER Mohali have any course or facilities for the Arts or Commerce subjects?

Ans. The college has its prime focus on the courses under the science stream such as Chemistry, Physics, Biology at advanced levels. The students from the science stream generally benefit from the education provided in IISER. They are required to be well versed with their previous curriculum to be able to get suitable ranks and scores and finally get admission to the Institute.

Ques. I have interest in BS-MS Dual degree but my hobby is learning more about computers as well. Will IISER Mohali be able to arrange any facilities for IIT education?

Ans. IISER has made it possible for aspirants to take up some extracurricular activities along with their courses. Students can study more about computers as the faculty and facilities are both available in the premises. Moreover, the Linux platform is used in the Institute is very helpful in scientific research.

Ques. Is there a possibility to take up more than one sports at IISER Mohali?

Ans. There is an array of options in the sports department of IISER. A student is eligible to pick more than two sports, however it would be the responsibility of the student to handle the intensive training and practice with complete focus and attention. Generally, students pick one sport as studies become hectic to handle.