Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
(IISc Bangalore)Last Updated: Jun 10, 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.
Average Packages at IISc Bangalore
Highest Package
₹65.00 LPA
Average Package
₹26.35 LPA
Median Package
₹24.62 LPA
Lowest Package
₹10.00 LPA
Package Range (2025)
Year-wise Package Trends
| Year | Highest | Average | Median | Lowest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ₹65.00 LPA | ₹26.35 LPA | ₹24.62 LPA | ₹10.00 LPA |
| 2024 | ₹60.00 LPA | ₹24.00 LPA | ₹22.50 LPA | ₹9.00 LPA |
Average Internship Stipend
₹70,000/month