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 Fee Structure: Affordable Research Education Excellence
Fee Structure - Indian Institute of Science
IISc fees are highly subsidized as a government-funded institution. BS (Research) fees are comparable to IITs, while MTech and PhD students receive substantial stipends that often exceed total costs. IISc is among the most affordable world-class research institutions globally.
Program-Wise Fee Structure (2024-25)
| Program | Annual Fee | Total Fee | Stipend/Fellowship |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS (Research) | ₹50,000-65,000 | ₹2.00-2.60 Lakh (4 years) | KVPY: ₹5,000-7,000/month |
| ME/MTech | ₹35,000-45,000 | ₹70,000-90,000 (2 years) | GATE: ₹12,400/month |
| MSc | ₹35,000-40,000 | ₹70,000-80,000 (2 years) | JAM-qualified stipend available |
| PhD | ₹35,000-40,000/year | Varies (3-5 years) | ₹37,000-42,000/month (JRF/SRF) |
MTech Financial Analysis
| Component | 2-Year Total | Monthly Breakdown |
|---|---|---|
| Fee Paid | ₹70,000-90,000 | ₹2,900-3,750/month |
| Stipend Received (GATE) | ₹2,97,600 | ₹12,400/month |
| Net Income | ₹2,07,600-2,27,600 | ₹8,650-9,500/month net positive |
Living Costs in Bangalore
| Expense | On-Campus (Monthly) | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Hostel | ₹1,000-2,000 | ₹12,000-24,000 |
| Mess/Food | ₹4,000-6,000 | ₹48,000-72,000 |
| Personal | ₹3,000-5,000 | ₹36,000-60,000 |
| Total | ₹8,000-13,000 | ₹96,000-1,56,000 |
For MTech students, IISc is financially positive - the GATE stipend (₹12,400/month) exceeds fees and basic living costs. PhD students at IISc earn ₹37,000-42,000/month - a comfortable income in Bangalore. IISc BS (Research) at ₹2-2.6 Lakh total is cheaper than most NITs and significantly cheaper than private universities.
Fees Structure at IISc Bangalore
Lowest Fees
₹50,000
Highest Fees
₹140,000
Courses with Fees
7
| Course | Duration | Total Fees (Approx) | Fee Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|
|
M.Tech Full Time |
2 Years | ₹50,000 | - |
|
M.Sc Full Time |
2 Years | ₹140,000 | - |
|
M.Des Full Time |
2 Years | ₹57,000 | - |
|
B.S. (Research) Full Time |
4 Years | ₹140,000 | - |
|
PhD Full Time |
5 Years | ₹92,400 | - |
|
Integrated PhD Full Time |
5 Years | ₹92,400 | - |
|
M.Mgt Full Time |
2 Years | ₹57,000 | - |