The Indian Institute of Science provides extensive scholarship and fellowship support to students enrolled in undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. Most research and postgraduate students receive monthly financial assistance from the Institute or external funding agencies.
IISc scholarships are awarded from the date of joining the Institute and are primarily merit-based, exam-linked, and subject to eligibility conditions. The support ensures that students can focus on academic and research excellence without financial burden.
Scholarships and fellowships at IISc are linked to the programme type and mode of admission. Most full-time postgraduate and doctoral students receive monthly financial support either from the Institute or from recognised national funding agencies.
| Programme | Scholarship / Fellowship Amount (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| Ph.D. | JRF – ₹37,000 / SRF – ₹42,000 |
| M.Tech. (Research) | ₹12,400 |
| M.Tech. / M.Des. | ₹12,400 |
| Integrated Ph.D. | ₹16,000 / JRF ₹37,000 / SRF ₹42,000 |
Scholarships are awarded from the date of joining the Institute and continue subject to satisfactory academic and research performance.
Eligible students at IISc may receive fellowships from national funding agencies depending on their mode of entry and qualifying examination.
| Funding Agency | Applicable Programmes |
|---|---|
| UGC / CSIR | Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D. |
| DBT / ICMR | Life Sciences and Biomedical Research |
| AICTE / MHRD (MoE) | M.Tech., M.Des., Research Programmes |
| DST / DAE (NBHM) | Science and Engineering Research |
Students must submit joining reports to the respective agencies immediately after admission to activate their fellowship.
In addition to government funding, IISc students may also receive scholarships supported by leading industry partners for academic excellence and research performance.
Most full-time postgraduate and research students receive scholarships. Eligibility depends on the programme and mode of admission. Some course-based programmes may not have Institute funding.
PhD students receive ₹37,000 per month as JRF. The amount increases to ₹42,000 per month at the SRF stage. Continuation depends on performance evaluation.
Yes, most M.Tech and M.Des students receive ₹12,400 per month. Funding depends on admission category and programme type. Sponsored candidates are usually not eligible.
No, students receiving salary from employers or sponsors are not eligible. Scholarships are meant only for non-salaried students. This rule is strictly enforced.
Regular Institute scholarships are generally not available for UG programmes. Students may apply for external scholarships if eligible. Terms depend on the funding agency.
Scholarships are valid for 2 years for M.Tech/M.Des programmes. PhD fellowships are valid up to 5 years. Extension depends on academic performance.
Most scholarships are automatically linked to admission. Students must submit joining reports to activate funding. External scholarships may require separate applications.
Yes, all students must take Institute-provided medical insurance. The premium is payable as per actual charges. This is mandatory for scholarship holders.