Sir I am getting 97 marks in IAT. I belong Gen-EWS. Will I get any IISER?

Ans: Yash, Admission to the five-year BS–MS programme via IAT is governed by category-wise cutoffs varying by campus. For EWS candidates, expected 2025 IAT cutoffs lie between 110 and 120 marks out of 240, below general cutoffs of 120–130 and OBC-NCL 100–110 marks. Among IISERs, campuses with lower thresholds include Berhampur (80–110 marks) and Tirupati (100–120 marks), while Bhopal (135–140), Mohali (132–140), Pune (160–170) and Kolkata (155–160) stand well above 98 marks. At 98 marks, Bhopal and other top IISERs are out of reach, but Berhampur and Tirupati remain viable. Recommendation: prioritise Berhampur and Tirupati in counselling to secure admission. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: With a score of 98 in the IAT exam under the General EWS category, admission to IISERs is unlikely. While some newer campuses might have slightly lower cutoffs, a score of 98 is generally below the required range for most IISERs. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Ans: With 90 marks in IAT 2025 and OBC-NCL category, your chances of getting a seat in any IISER are low but not impossible. The expected OBC cutoff for most IISERs this year is between 100–110 marks, with top campuses like Pune and Kolkata requiring 105–110, and even the less competitive ones like Berhampur and Tirupati expected to close above 95–100 marks due to increased competition and higher scores this year. Last year, OBC seats closed at 95–105 marks, but trends indicate a slight rise in 2025. Your score places you just below the expected cutoff range for most campuses, making admission possible only if cutoffs drop unexpectedly in later rounds or if you have a strong category rank. The recommendation is to participate in all rounds of IISER counselling and keep alternative options ready, as admission is unlikely but not entirely ruled out for the newest IISERs if cutoffs fluctuate. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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