🎓 IISc Bangalore Overhauls B.Tech Admissions: 10 Key Things You Should Know
1️⃣ Big Change: IISc Joins Centralised JoSAA SystemFor the first time ever, IISc Bangalore’s B.Tech admissions will be handled through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling in 2026 — the same platform used by the IITs and other top engineering institutes.2️⃣ Goodbye to Separate IISc Admission ProcessPreviously, IISc conducted its own admissions for the Bachelor of technology programme — including separate applications and in‑person seat confirmation. From 2026, that discontinued process is replaced by one centralised counselling mechanism.3️⃣ Your JEE Advanced Rank Now Does It AllAdmission to IISc’s B.Tech will be determined through your JEE Advanced 2026 rank — and seats are allotted during the JoSAA rounds based on this rank.4️⃣ Simplified Application: One Portal, Less StressStudents no longer need to fill out a separate IISc application form — just register on the JoSAA 2026 portal and complete the counselling steps to be considered for IISc B.Tech.5️⃣ Who Runs JEE Advanced 2026?The JEE Advanced exam in 2026 will be conducted by IIT Roorkee on May 17, with two papers scheduled — a key milestone on your path to IISc admission.6️⃣ What Course Is Affected?This change applies to the 4‑year B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing programme at IISc — the institute’s flagship engineering undergraduate degree.7️⃣ Seat Breakdown: Who Gets In?IISc offers 52 seats in this B.Tech programme:🧑🎓 40 general category seats👩🎓 8 women‑only seats (20% reserved)🌍 4 seats for foreign nationals/OCI candidates
This distribution comes via JoSAA’s unified seat matrix.8️⃣ Same Competitive Edge — Still EliteEven though IISc now uses JoSAA, admission remains extremely competitive — with very limited seats and high JEE Advanced cutoffs, similar to other top engineering institutes.9️⃣ Better Choice Filling With IITsA big advantage of joining JoSAA? students can now compare IISc along with IITs and other top institutes on the same choice‑filling screen, making it easier to plan preferences strategically.🔟 No More Separate IISc VisitUnder the old system, students had to physically appear on campus during admission confirmation. With JoSAA, the whole process is online and centralised — saving time, effort, and travel hassles.📌 Quick TakeawayIISc’s shift to JoSAA for B.Tech admissions is a major reform — data-aligning one of India’s foremost science institutions with the broader engineering admission ecosystem, reducing complexity for students, and enhancing transparency. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
This distribution comes via JoSAA’s unified seat matrix.8️⃣ Same Competitive Edge — Still EliteEven though IISc now uses JoSAA, admission remains extremely competitive — with very limited seats and high JEE Advanced cutoffs, similar to other top engineering institutes.9️⃣ Better Choice Filling With IITsA big advantage of joining JoSAA? students can now compare IISc along with IITs and other top institutes on the same choice‑filling screen, making it easier to plan preferences strategically.🔟 No More Separate IISc VisitUnder the old system, students had to physically appear on campus during admission confirmation. With JoSAA, the whole process is online and centralised — saving time, effort, and travel hassles.📌 Quick TakeawayIISc’s shift to JoSAA for B.Tech admissions is a major reform — data-aligning one of India’s foremost science institutions with the broader engineering admission ecosystem, reducing complexity for students, and enhancing transparency. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.