Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
(IISc Bangalore)Last Updated: Jul 26, 2026
Established
1909
Campus Size
400.00 Acres
Total Students
4,500
Faculty
500
Student-Faculty
9:1
IISc Bangalore Graduate Placement and Career Outcomes
Average Package Analysis - Indian Institute of Science
IISc's average placement varies significantly by program level - MTech averages ₹22-28 LPA, BS ₹20-26 LPA, and PhD ₹25-35 LPA. The PhD premium reflects the research-scientist roles (Google Research, NVIDIA Research, DRDO labs) that require doctoral expertise and offer ₹30-50 LPA.
Department-Wise Package Analysis - MTech (2024)
| Department | Average CTC | Median CTC | Top Package | Research % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSA (Computer Science) | ₹30-38 LPA | ₹28-32 LPA | ₹80 LPA | 15-20% |
| ECE | ₹24-30 LPA | ₹22-26 LPA | ₹55 LPA | 20-25% |
| ESE (Electrical) | ₹22-28 LPA | ₹20-24 LPA | ₹50 LPA | 20-25% |
| Mechanical | ₹18-24 LPA | ₹16-20 LPA | ₹40 LPA | 25-30% |
| Materials Engineering | ₹16-22 LPA | ₹14-18 LPA | ₹35 LPA | 30-35% |
| Chemical | ₹16-20 LPA | ₹14-18 LPA | ₹30 LPA | 25-30% |
IISc vs IIT MTech - Package Comparison
| Institution | MTech Avg CTC | Fee (2 years) | Stipend (2 years) | Net Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IISc Bangalore | ₹22-28 LPA | ₹70K-90K | ₹2.98 Lakh | Net positive |
| IIT Bombay MTech | ₹22-26 LPA | ₹2-2.5 Lakh | ₹2.98 Lakh | Near zero |
| IIT Delhi MTech | ₹20-24 LPA | ₹2-2.5 Lakh | ₹2.98 Lakh | Near zero |
| IIT Madras MTech | ₹20-24 LPA | ₹2-2.5 Lakh | ₹2.98 Lakh | Near zero |
PhD Career Outcomes
| Career Path | % of PhD Graduates | Starting CTC | 5-Year CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry Research (Google/NVIDIA/Intel) | 25-30% | ₹30-50 LPA | ₹50-80 LPA |
| Faculty (IITs/IISc/Global) | 20-25% | ₹15-25 LPA | ₹25-40 LPA |
| DRDO/ISRO/CSIR Labs | 15-20% | ₹12-18 LPA | ₹18-28 LPA |
| Startups/Industry Engineering | 15-20% | ₹25-40 LPA | ₹40-60 LPA |
| Post-Doc (International) | 10-15% | $50-70K/year | Variable |
IISc PhD graduates earn ₹25-35 LPA average - higher than IISc MTech and comparable to IIT B.Tech averages. This PhD premium is unique to IISc - most Indian universities see PhD graduates earn less than BTech/MTech peers. IISc's research reputation attracts industry research labs that pay ₹30-50 LPA for freshly minted PhDs.
Disclaimer: Average, median and highest salary package figures displayed for IISc Bangalore graduates are based on publicly reported placement data and media sources. These figures are indicative and may not represent actual offers received by all students. FreeJobAlert.com is not responsible for discrepancies. Refer to IISc Bangalore's official placement reports for verified package data.