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IISc Bangalore MDes Admissions 2024: Dates, Cutoff, Fees, Eligibility, Selection Process

Bangalore, KarnatakaPublic College

Master of Design [M.Des] (Product Design)


Course Fees

Course Duration

2 Years

Tuition Fees

9 K

1 Year Fees

29.2 K

Total Fees

43.4 K

Detailed Fees

general
obc
sc/st
yearTuition FeesOther FeesTotal Fees
year 1₹ 9000₹ 20200₹ 29.2 K
year 2₹ 9000₹ 5200₹ 14.2 K

Course Information

Course Details

IISc Bangalore MDes admission 2024 are based on CEED Exam score. The registration process for CEED 2024 is ongoing now and the last date to register for the exam is October 31 (Without late fees)/ November 07 (With late fees). The admission process of IISc Bangalore MDes admission will start in June 2024. The minimum eligibility required for admission is a degree/diploma/post graduate degree programme of minimum three years (after 10+2 level). Candidates are selected for admission based on their marks obtained in the CEED exam.

IISc Bangalore M.Des Admission 2024 Dates 

Event Dates
Start date for online registration with regular fee  October 03, 2023
Last date for online registration with regular fee October 31, 2023
Online registration with late fee  November 01 to November 08, 2023
Start date for Admit Card downloading January 05, 2024, 01:00 pm 
Last date for rectification of discrepancies in the Admit Card January 11, 2024, 5:00 pm
CEED 2024: date and time of exam January 21, 2024 (Sunday) 9:00 am to 12:00 noon
Release of draft answer key for Part-A and release of candidate’s response for Part-A January 23, 2024
Last date for uploading comments (if any) on the draft answer key for Part-A in the candidate’s portal January 25, 2024, 5:00 pm
Release of final answer key for Part-A January 31, 2024
Announcement of cut-off marks for Part-A February 08, 2024 
Declaration of results March 06, 2024
Score Cards available for downloading March 11, 2024
Last date for downloading Score Cards June 12, 2024

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IISc Bangalore MDes Eligibility Criteria 2024

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science.
  • Valid score in CEED

IISc Bangalore MDes Admission 2024

M.Des screening will be done on the basis of CEED score followed by a Design Aptitude test and Interview. 

Note:

  • List of shortlisted candidates for admission will be published on the official website.
  • Candidates selcted for the interview and test have to make their own arrangements.
  • They must have all the attested copies of degrees and marksheets while appearing for the interview.
  • Offer letter will be published on the applicants interface for downloading. 

Documents Required (Attested) at Time of Admission: 

  • Marksheet and Certificates of 10th, 12th and Graduation
  • Passport sized recent photos
  • CEED Score card
  • CEED Admit Card
  • Offer Letter
  • Category Certificate
  • Medical Cerificate
  • EWS certificate

IISc Bangalore MDes Cutoff 2023 [Expected]

IISc Bangalore MDes Cutoff 2023 (Expected)
Category CEED Cutoff
Gen 45
EWS 37
OBC 37
SC 35
ST 35
PWD 29
KM 29

Check IISc Bangalore MDes Cutoff 

IISc Bangalore MDes Application Process 2024

IISc Bangalore registrations can be done online. Candidate can follows the given procedure to ensure the complete registration:

  1. Visit the official website https://www.iisc.ac.in.
  2. Click on “M.Des Admission”.
  3. Click on “New User Registration”.
  4. Enter the Details like Name, DOB, Password, Email id and other security answers.
  5. Verify the email id by clicking on link provided via email.
  6. Login to the website.
  7. Enter the academic details like 10th, 12th , Graduation marks. 
  8. Enter CEED details.
  9. Pay the Application fee through Credit card/Debit Card/Net Banking.
  10. Upload the scanned images.
  11. Click on Save.
  12. Preview the application form for checking any mistake.
  13. Click on “Confirm to Submit”.
  14. Save the form in PDF Format.

Note: After the submission of form, correction in any sense is not allowed. 

Documents Required:

  • Marksheets of 10th, 12th and graduation
  • CEED Score card
  • Scanned copy of passport sized photo
  • Scanned copy of signature
  • Scanned copy of caste certificate
  • Scanned copy of EWS certificate

IISc Bangalore MDes Fees 2024

IISc Bangalore charges an amount of around INR 9,000 for its MDes progam per annum as a tuition fee. The amount is payable by General/OBC category students only. For SC/ST category students, the tuition fee is fully waived. All the factors in the IISc Bangalore MDes fee structure is given in the table below:

IISc Bangalore MDes Fees 2023
Particulars GN/OBC/EWS Category SC/ST Category
Tuition Fee (Annual) INR 9,000 Fully waived
Gymkhana Fee (Annual) INR 1,200 INR 1,200
Other Academic Fees (Annual) INR 3,700 INR 3,700
Statutory Deposit (Refundable)* INR 7,500 INR 7,500
Library Deposit (Refundable)* INR 7,500 INR 7,500
Students Emergency Fund (Annual) INR 300 INR 300
TOTAL INR 29,200 INR 20,200

FAQs

Ques. What is the minimum requirement for admission to the MTech and MDES courses at IISc Bangalore? 

Ans. The minimum requirement for admission to course programmes – M Tech / M Des is a second class or an equivalent grade in the qualifying examination as indicated against each department.

Ques. Can a candidate joining MTech later transfer to integrated PhD at IISc Bangalore? 

Ans. Candidates who have initially joined MTech can be eligible for a transfer to the Integrated PhD program if their academic performance (assessments) are up to the mark. This depends on the discretion of the Institute. 

Ques. Can someone in the final year of their undergraduate/diploma course at IISc Bangalore apply for the MTech/MDES programs?

Ans. Yes, candidates in the final year of their qualifying examination and awaiting results are also eligible to apply. However, they should have completed all the requirements for the award of their qualifying degree, including all examinations, dissertation projects, viva-voce, etc., before joining. 

Ques. Is there any additional test required for admission to MTech programs at IISc Bangalore? 

Ans. Yes, some programs require aptitude test/interview post initial screening via GATE scores. The final score will be 70% GATE score and 30% aptitude test/interview. The programs requiring aptitude test and interview are: 

  • Electronic Systems Engineering (ED)
  • Computational and Data Science (CP)
  • Climate Science (CL)
  • Earth Sciences (ER)
  • Electrical Engineering (EE)
  • Microelectronics and VLSI Design (MV)
  • Chemical Engineering (CH)
  • Mechanical Engineering (ME)

The programs requiring interview are: 

  • Communication and Networks (CN)
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Signal Processing (SP)
  • Nano Science and Engineering (NE)
  • Smart Manufacturing (SM)

Ques. Does the M.Des program require any additional steps after GATE/CEED at IISc Bangalore? 

Ans. Yes, after initial screening based on the GATE / CEED score, a design written test and interview will be conducted at the Institute. Final selection will be based on performance in the design aptitude test and interview. Weightage will be 70% for GATE/CEED score and 30% for the written test/interview. 

Ques. How will I know if I have been selected for the interview/aptitude test at IISc Bangalore?

Ans. The list of shortlisted candidates will be posted on the candidate’s portal on the IISc website atleast 2 weeks in advance. There will be no separate communication from the Institute. 

Ques. Does IISc Bangalore provide travel and accommodation for shortlisted candidates? 

Ans. No, candidates shortlisted for the interview/aptitude test/ group discussion rounds for MTech and MDes programs have to make their own arrangements for travel and accommodation. The candidates will be given sufficient notice for the same. 

Ques. Can I apply for the MTech program by visiting IISc Bangalore campus? 

Ans. No, the entire application process for MTech programs at IISc is online. This includes the payment of application fees (Rs 800 for GN/EWS/OBC & Rs.400 for SC/ST/PwD candidates) and subsequent communication for further steps of selection. 

Ques. What are the acceptable modes of payment for application fees at IISc Bangalore? 

Ans. The modes of online payment available are: Net banking, Visa Card/Mastercard, Debit/Credit Cards. Bank charges incurred on any transaction are not included in the application fees mentioned above.

Ques. I appeared for GATE in 2016. Can I apply for MTech at IISc Bangalore?

Ans. No, the institute accepts only GATE scores of the previous three years. For example, if you apply for the MTech batch intake of 2023 then GATE scores of 2021, 2022 or 2023 will be accepted.

Fee structure for Course Programme (M.Tech./M.Des./M.Mgt.) (in Rs. per annum)

 
GN/OBC/EWS Category
SC/ST Category
Particulars M.Tech./M.Des. M.Mgt. M.Tech./M.Des. M.Mgt.
Tuition Fee (Annual) 9,000 1,70,000 Fully waived
Gymkhana Fee (Annual) 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Other Academic Fees (Annual) 3,700 80,000 3,700 80,000
Statutory Deposit (Refundable)* 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500
Library Deposit (Refundable)* 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500
Students Emergency Fund (Annual) 300 300 300 300
TOTAL 29,200 2,66,500 20,200 96,500
* to be paid in the first year only

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Average Placement₹ 28.0 Lakhs
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Indian Institute of Science - [IISc]: 47 answered questions

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Pratik Parikh

21 Mar 23Lives in Bangalore

When choosing between a computer science or statistics perspective for ML, it's important to consider your goals. Statisticians have high standards for theoretical guarantees and usually publish in journals. It may take 5-6 years after initial conception for a method to be accepted and used. On the other hand, computer science and ML move quickly with conferences as the primary venues. Methods and code quickly spread, and people start using them.

In general, computer science is considered a better choice for ML than statistics departments. If you're considering the ISI Machine Intelligence Unit, note that it's mostly made up of statisticians who research fuzzy logic and publish in stats or application-specific journals. Their papers don't usually appear in flagship ML venues like NIPS, ICML, or KDD.

When deciding between a CS or statistics Ph.D., also consider your employment options after graduation. The majority of people in top Indian labs like MSR, Google, and XRCI are CS PhDs, if not 100%. Statistics PhDs, on the other hand, typically work in actuarial firms or investment banks, which have different work objectives.


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Navneet Goswami

09 Sept 21Studied at LPU

It's a much sought-after degree at Vignan University. My brother pursued the same and did his MS later. There are two ways to get an internship in the IISC Bangalore. 

  • First, make an application to the Indian Academy of Sciences Summer Research Fellowship program and choose IISC in the institute preference option. 
  • Second, simply email a professor and try to convince them to let your daughter intern at the IISC. 

My brother chose the second option to get his preferred spot. 


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Deepesh Sinha

01 Aug 22Dual Degree(Btech+Mtech) in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

ISI Kolkata is the best option for MSc in Maths, followed by IISc. IIT KGP is reputed in the technology domain, but for core science subjects, it’s not a good option. If you are interested to pursue pure Mathematics, choosing ISI is the best option among these. It specializes in the field. You will get better career opportunities and exposure in the field. 


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Pratik Parikh

21 Mar 23Lives in Bangalore

 The benefits of studying an M.Tech at IISc Bangalore are:

  • IISc brand: Attending IISC comes with many social benefits as you will be preferred over non-IITian competitors in your professional life.
  • Affordability: Being a government initiative, IISC education is subsidized and affordable. The total fees for a four-year BS-MS course should be around Rs 15-20 lakhs, but students only have to pay around Rs 4 lakhs. Scholarships are also available for reserved category students, and banks are ready to give loans for studying at IISc Bangalore.
  • Nation Building: Studying at IISc allows you to contribute to the growth of the nation, and by staying or returning back to India after gaining knowledge, you can utilize it for the future generations of the nation. IISCians are increasingly returning to India after globalization.
  • Avoiding expensive study abroad: Studying abroad is an expensive dream that not everyone can afford, with costs ranging from Rs 10 lakhs for a five-year course to Rs 74 lakhs for more expensive universities. Studying at IISC saves you from the financial burden of studying abroad.
  • Family matters: Staying in India after completing your education at IISC allows you to stay close to your family and contribute to the growth of your motherland, rather than facing challenges with cultural differences while living abroad.

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Anupama Srivastava

18 Aug 21Studied Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering at National Institute of Industrial Engineering (2019)

Having to know some people from both these institutes, I can say that both have the sand management course but still, there's a lot of difference between the mindset of the two. 

  • The curriculum remains the same but the change comes in the teaching method. 
  • IISc, as usual, has a research-oriented way of teaching. 
  • Whereas NITIE focuses more on the logical and decision-making skills from the managerial point of view.
  • Both are different in the placement domain as there's a marginal difference between the average packages. 
  • Also, IISc is a tier 2 college unlike NITIE.
Categories PGDIE at NITIE Mumbai MMS at IISc Bangalore
Course Fee 14.63 lakh 3.18 lakh
Highest CTC 28 LPA 26 LPA
Average CTC 15 LPA 12-18 LPA
Recruiting Companies Wipro, ZS Associates, IBM, HP, etc. Infosys, Cognizant, Dell, TCS, etc.

So ultimately it is your decision to choose between these two colleges. Assess every criteria before finalizing one. As this will shape your career further.


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Disha Das

22 Jun 21Studied at Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur (2018)

It depends upon you whether you want to pursue your dream of getting a government job or pursue higher studies further. Either you pursue M.Tech from IITs or go for PSU jobs. It totally depends upon you what your interest level and what do you want to achieve as both are very different career options.

  • M.Tech from IISC Bangalore will be a good option for you. This college offers better facilities, faculties, environment, and atmosphere.
  • If you want to pursue research studies then this option will be good.
  • If you want a job after M.Tech then you should go to IIT Bombay and IIT Kharagpur.
  • If you want R&D Profile then you should select you should go for M.Tech from IIT.
  • BARC, CSIR, HRDO and HAL recruit R&D profiles through GATE scores.

It finally depends on you and how you want your career to be shaped further. Because both have entirely different outcomes. Both can be equally good for your career if you are dedicated enough.


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What is the differnce between IISc and IISER?

By Aaditya Hari Nairon 10 May 22
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Shree Gupta

10 May 22Ph.D. at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (2020)

IISc Bangalore is more than 110 years old and it is the first choice of most students for Science, Engineering, and Technology-related courses. Seven IISER were established recently with the goal of providing quality education in pure science. IISERs were established with the expectations that they would reach global standards in the field of basic sciences and offer intensive research like IISc. 

IISERs offer courses such as BS-MS, integrated Ph.D., and Ph.D. to students. Although IISERs were established recently, they have good faculties and research facilities. Getting admission at IISc is more challenging compared to IISERs. 


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Aditi Banerjee

29 Mar 23Lives in Bangalore

When it comes to pursuing MTech in civil engineering, choosing between IISc Bangalore and IIT Madras can be a challenging decision. Both institutions are renowned for their academic excellence and have a long-standing reputation for producing some of the finest graduates in the field. To help you make an informed decision, let's explore the differences between the two institutions based on your future plans.

If you're planning to pursue a career in academia, then IISc Bangalore might be the better option for you. 

Here are some reasons why:

  • IISc Bangalore has a strong emphasis on research-oriented teaching, which makes it an ideal choice for those who want to pursue a career in research or teaching.
  • The faculty at IISc Bangalore are highly experienced and well-versed in their respective fields, which means that you'll be learning from some of the best minds in the country.
  • The research facilities and infrastructure at IISc Bangalore are world-class, which means that you'll have access to the latest tools and technologies to carry out your research.

On the other hand, if you're planning to pursue a career in the corporate world, then IIT Madras might be the better option for you. Here are some reasons why:

  • IIT Madras has a strong reputation for producing graduates who are industry-ready and have the skills and knowledge to excel in the corporate world.
  • The on-campus placements at IIT Madras are some of the best in the country, which means that you'll have a higher chance of getting placed in a top-tier company.
  • IIT Madras has strong industry connections and collaborations, which means that you'll have opportunities to work on real-world projects and gain practical experience.

Whether IISc Bangalore or IIT Madras is better for M.Tech in civil engineering depends on your plans.


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Hindol Mukharjee

16 Jun 22PhD from National Institute of Science Education and Research (2017)

For pure science, IISc is the obvious choice among these. It is the best in India, in terms of research interface, faculties, and alumni base. 

If you are particularly interested in Physics, you should definitely choose IISc. It has an excellent Physics department. IISc Bangalore, Department of Physics has a Theoretical Cosmology group. The research interest of the group mostly involves early universe cosmology topics. For pure science courses, the preference order for these institutes is - IISc>>IISER>NISER


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Aditi Banerjee

06 Apr 23Lives in Bangalore

Jobs in IISc Bangalore, IITs, and IIMs are considered government jobs in India. These institutions are all funded by the government of India and operate under the Ministry of Education. The faculty and staff are considered government employees and are subject to the rules and regulations that apply to all government employees.

The recruitment process for faculty and staff positions in these institutions is usually through a competitive selection process that includes a written test, a personal interview, and other selection criteria, as determined by the respective institutions. The salaries and other benefits for faculty and staff in these institutions are also determined by the government of India, based on the recommendations of the Pay Commission.

Therefore, jobs in IISc Bangalore, IITs, and IIMs are considered to be prestigious and highly sought after in India, as they provide job security, a good salary, and other benefits associated with government jobs



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