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International Education Counsellor - Answered on Jun 20, 2025

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akshata Question by akshata on Jun 16, 2025Hindi
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I have 102 marks im an obc-ncl student whats the chances of getting into lower iiser

Ans: Please don’t lose heart. Scoring 102 marks as an OBC-NCL student definitely gives you some chance of getting into the newer or lower IISERs, especially through the IAT (IISER Aptitude Test) channel.
Every year, the cutoff changes based on difficulty level and number of students — but in general:
• For top IISERs like Pune or Kolkata, the cutoff tends to be higher, even for OBC students.
• For newer IISERs like Berhampur, Bhopal, or Tirupati, the cutoff is usually a bit lower, and with 102 marks under OBC-NCL, you might be on the borderline — not a guarantee, but definitely worth waiting for later rounds or spot admissions if you don’t get in the first list.
• Be open to joining any IISER — once you're in, you can explore great research and career opportunities.
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I have got 80 marks in IAT exam and I am OBC NCL is there any chance that I can get into any of the IISERs
Ans: Arnab, Your 80 marks in IISER IAT 2025 under OBC NCL category presents extremely challenging admission prospects across all IISER campuses, as the expected rank for 80 marks falls in the range of 1500-2000, which is significantly above the OBC NCL cutoff requirements for most institutes . The expected IISER 2025 cutoff for OBC-NCL category ranges between 100-110 marks for most institutes, with newer campuses like IISER Berhampur requiring 90-100 marks and IISER Tirupati needing 95-105 marks . Historical data from IISER 2024 shows that OBC-NCL candidates secured seats at ranks between 500-2400, with IISER Berhampur having the highest closing rank of 2407 in the final round and IISER Tirupati closing at 2318 . However, your expected rank of 1500-2000 with 80 marks falls below the minimum qualifying threshold, as even the most accessible IISER Berhampur typically accepts OBC candidates with ranks up to 2500, requiring approximately 90+ marks . The marks vs rank conversion indicates that candidates scoring below 95 marks typically receive ranks above 1500, with those scoring below 75 marks receiving ranks above 2000, making admission possibilities extremely limited . Previous instances from 2019 show that candidates with 80 marks in general category faced similar challenges, with admission prospects only in later counselling rounds for less competitive campuses . Recommendation: IISER admission is highly unlikely with 80 marks in OBC NCL category as your expected rank exceeds all published cutoffs; consider alternative science programs or retake the examination next year while simultaneously exploring state university BSc programs and other entrance examinations for better prospects. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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