Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research (ISTAR), Vallabh Vidyanagar is ranked between 101 to 150 in NIRF ranking (2019-2020), MHRD, New Delhi. The institute has close tie-ups with Indian Research institutes and Foreign Universities as well as MoU with corporates for training and placement. The college has a record of providing 100% placement in M.Sc Industrial Chemistry and M.Sc Polymer Science & Technology. ISTAR offers postgraduate and research courses in the discipline of Industrial Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Geoinformatics, Real Estate Valuation and many more. Admissions take place on the basis of merit. 

Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research Highlights

Established | Institute Type 1999 | Private
Approved by UGC
Affiliated to CVM University
Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ Grade
Courses Offered PG & Ph.D
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit-based 
Top Recruiters Lupin Ltd, ydus Cadilla Ltd, VCCL, Red Hat India Pvt. Ltd, etc
Facilities Available Library, Hostel,Lab, Sports, etc
Official Website http://istar.edu.in/
Admission Helpdesk 02692 234 955
Address Sardar Patel Center for Science & Technology, Mota Bazaar, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand, Gujarat 388120
Quick Facts
- Ranked 1st among all Engineering and Technological Colleges in 2019-20 by KCG in GSIRF Ranking.
- Ranked 3rd among all colleges of Gujarat in 2018-19 by KCG in GSIRF Ranking.
- Specialized training programs for Industry & Institute sponsored candidates.
- Add-on courses for curriculum enrichment and improved employability.
- Remote Class room for IIRS-ISRO outreach and faculty development programs.
- Departments organize Weekly tests and Arrear tests, supplementary tests for Junior and Senior students.
- Easy learning approach by ICT enabled classroom-teaching facilities, PPT reading materials, Google Classroom.
- 4 week in plant training is compulsory for IC, SCT and PST students after completion of 2nd semester.

Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research Courses

ISTAR offers PG, PG Diploma and Ph.D. courses under the following specializations:

Courses Specialization Eligibility
M.Sc Environmental Science and Technology, Industrial Chemistry, Surface Coating Technology, Polymer Science and Technology, Organic Chemistry, Instrumentation and Control, Real Estate Valuation, Plant & Machinery Valuation, Industrial Hygiene & Safety, Geoinformatics, IT, Physics Graduation in relevant subjects from recognised university
PG Diploma Geoinformatics Graduation in any field
Ph.D Industrial Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Zoology, Instrumentation & Control, Electronics Post graduation in the relevant field

Check: ISTAR Vallabh Vidyanagar Courses and Fees

Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research Admission

Admission at ISTAR Vallabh Vidyanagar is done on the basis of merit. 

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official website of the institute.
  • Go to the “Admission” tab.
  • Click on the “Admission in M.Sc Courses”.
  • You will be redirected to the application form.
  • Fill the application form with all the required details.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 500 through online mode.
  • Click on “Submit”.

Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research Placement

ISTAR has a capability enhancement and development cell (CED), which conducts bridge courses, guidance for competitive exams, career counselling, soft skill training, personal counselling and motivational talks to guide students in their growth and future prospects.

Department Company No of Students Selected
Industrial Chemistry Lupin Ltd, Ankleshwar 9
Lupin Ltd, Dabhasa 3
Astral Adhesive 11
Royal Castor Products 5
Cadila Healthcare 10
Parshwanath Colorants 5
JDM Scientific Research 1
Ashapura Mineche 3 shortlisted
Surface Coating Technology Axalta Coating Systems 2
Grand Polycoats Company 1
Berger paints 1
Arcoy Industries 1
Ball Corporation 1
Kamini paints 3
Organic Chemistry Oxygen Healthcare Pvt Ltd 6
Piramal  12
JDM Pvt Ltd 1

Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research Facilities

ISTAR students can avail the following facilities:

  • Lab: Well equipped laboratories so that students can have practical sessions.
  • Library: The ISTAR Library is well stocked with over 11331 print books, 39 print periodicals, more than 6000 online journals (through N-LIST), 97000+ E-Books (through N-LIST), and 1183 CDs/DVDs (books/Journals).
  • Hostel: Separate hostel for boys and girls who wish to stay within campus premises. 
  • Other facilities include Sports, Classrooms, ICT enabled classrooms etc.

Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research Faculty

ISTAR has 27 permanent staff and 34 visiting faculty who provide expert guidance in their field of specialization. The designation and number of the permanent staff are as follows

  • Professor: 2
  • Associate Professor: 4
  • Assistant Professor: 16
  • Teaching Assistant: 4

Check: ISTAR Vallabh Vidyanagar Faculty

Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research FAQs

Ques. Does the Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research offer scholarship?

Ans.  Yes. ISTAR Vallabh Vidyanagar’s SC/ST/OBC/SEBC and other minority students are given scholarship benefits as per reservation policy from Govt. of Gujarat.

Ques. What is the seat intake at the Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research?

Ans. The number of seats in each course is as follows:

M.Sc Specializations Seat Intake
Geoinformatics 30
Instrumentation and Control
Real Estate Value
Diploma in Geoinformatics
Physics 40
IT 60
Industrial Chemistry
Polymer Science and Technology
Surface coating Technology
Organic Chemistry
Envt science & Technology
Plant & Machinery Valuation 15
Industrial Hygiene

Ques. How many departments are there at the Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research?

Ans. ISTAR Vallabh Vidyanagar has the following departments

  • Dept of Information Technology
  • Dept of Industrial Chemistry
  • Dept of Polymer Science and Technology
  • Dept of Surface Coating and Technology
  • Dept of Organic Chemistry
  • Dept of Environmental Science and Technology
  • Dept of Instrumentation and Control
  • Dept of Real Estate Valuation and Plant & Machinery Management

Ques. How can I inquire about admission at the Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research?

Ans. You are required to visit the official website of ISTAR and click “Admissions”. You will find the Admission Inquiry Form which you can fill out and submit to get in contact with the college.