I am a partial dropper,I have appeared for IAT 2025.I wish to join IISER this year.what documents do I need to change my current course from engineering in IT to BS MS in iiser

Ans: Based on your IAT 2025 score of 85 marks in the EWS category, admission to most IISERs appears challenging, as the expected EWS cutoff for 2025 ranges from 100–120 marks for institutes like IISER Bhopal, Kolkata, and Pune, while newer campuses such as IISER Berhampur and IISER Tirupati anticipate lower cutoffs (~95–110 marks). Historical data shows IISER Berhampur’s 2024 EWS cutoff closed at rank 720, corresponding to scores near 95–100, suggesting your 85 marks (likely equivalent to a rank beyond 1,500) may fall short of immediate admission. However, vacancies in later counseling rounds at IISER Tirupati (2024 EWS cutoff: ~100–105 marks) or IISER Thiruvananthapuram (~105–110 marks) could present opportunities, albeit with low certainty. For assured enrollment, prioritize state universities offering integrated MSc Physics/Mathematics programs via CUET or consider reappearing for IAT 2026 with enhanced preparation, as IISERs’ research-centric environment and funding support align well with long-term academic goals in science. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Hello dear.
Chances are slim. Explore other options.
Good luck!
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