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IIST Thiruvananthapuram Courses and Fees 2026

IIST Thiruvananthapuram offers BTech, MTech, MS, and PhD programmes in 2026 across engineering and science disciplines. The institute provides specialised courses in aerospace, avionics, data science, and emerging technologies with affordable semester fees and a strong academic focus.

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Updated on - Dec 23, 2025 03:10 PM IST

IIST Thiruvananthapuram Courses and Fees 2026

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Thiruvananthapuram is a leading government institute known for its strong focus on science, engineering, and space studies. The institute offers quality education with practical learning.

For the 2026 academic year, IIST Thiruvananthapuram provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes. The courses include BTech programmes in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, and Computer Science and Engineering with Data Science. Students can also opt for integrated BTech+MS and BTech+MTech programmes in fields such as Astronomy and Astrophysics, Solid State Physics, Earth System Science, and Optical Engineering. At the postgraduate level, several MTech and MS specializations are available.

The IIST fees is affordable and budget friendly. The semester fee for BTech and integrated programmes is ₹67,950, while ₹40,450 for MTech and MS courses, and ₹7,450 for PhD programmes, making the institute a cost-effective choice for higher technical education.

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IIST Courses and Specializations 2026

IIST Thiruvananthapuram offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes for the 2026 academic year. The IIST courses include BTech programmes in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, and Computer Science with Data Science. The institute also offers integrated BTech+MS and BTech+MTech courses. At the postgraduate level, students can choose from several MTech and MS specializations. PhD programmes are available for candidates interested in research:

Course NameSpecializations
BTech
  • B. Tech. in Aerospace Engineering
  • B. Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering in Avionics
  • B. Tech. Computer Science and Engineering in Data Science
BTech+MS
  • Master of Science in Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Master of Science in Solid State Physics
BTech+MTech
  • M. Tech. in Earth System Science
  • M. Tech. in Optical Engineering
MTech/MS
  • M. Tech. in Thermal and Propulsion
  • M. Tech. in Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics
  • M. Tech. in Structures and Design
  • M. Tech. in Manufacturing Technology
  • M. Tech. in Radio Frequency(RF) and Microwave Engineering
  • M. Tech. in Digital Signal Processing
  • M. Tech. in Control System
  • M. Tech. in VLSI and Microsystems
  • M. Tech. in Power Electronics
  • M. Tech. in Materials Science and Technology
  • M. Tech. in Earth System Science
  • M. Tech. in Geoinformatics
  • M.S. in Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • M. Tech. in Machine Learning and Computing
  • M. Tech. in Optical Engineering
  • M. Tech. in Quantum Technology
PhD-
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6 Courses are offered by IIST Thiruvananthapuram

Fees (Yearly)₹40,000 - 2,50,000
Exam Accepted:JEE Main, JEE Advanced..JEE Main, JEE Advanced, CBSE 12th, Kerala 12th+2
Number of courses:5
Exam Accepted:CATCAT
Number of courses:1
  • PG Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) ( Shift 2 )
Fees (Yearly)₹42,300
Exam Accepted:UGC NET, JEST..UGC NET, JEST, CSIR NET+1
Number of courses:5
Number of courses:1
  • M.S. in Astronomy and Astrophysics
Fees (Yearly)₹40,000 - 6,25,000
Exam Accepted:JEE Main, JEE AdvancedJEE Main, JEE Advanced
Number of courses:2

IIST Thiruvananthapuram Reviews

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Indian Institute of Integrated Science & Technology overall review
By Satish Veera | B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 2024
March 29, 2024 01:33:56
4

Overall: This college have good infrastructure with well furnished classes and also have vast area of campus. Faculty have good knowledge of their respective subjects.

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Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram overall review
By Rampa Lavanya | B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 2022
March 12, 2024 10:24:39
5

Overall: The college have good infrastructure and have all necessary facilities and equipment and have good classroom laboratories labs sport area, hostels for boys and girls.

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Hidden Gem of Indian Education
By Muvvala Rahul | B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 2022
February 20, 2024 07:38:26
5

Overall: I had the privilege of studying Aerospace at IIST, and I must say, it is truly a hidden gem of Indian education. Despite its excellence, it's surprising how many Indian students are unaware of this prestigious institution.

Faculty: Academically, IIST has great faculty, almost all professors have worked or working in ISRO they have great practical knowledge and they are so passionate about teaching

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5
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College Best Things
By Kalyan Kokare | B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 2022
February 19, 2024 03:14:31
4

Overall: All events and festivals will be held on campus. Onam is celebrated grandly. Every even semester, we have Dhanak Fest, which is highly celebrated. Environment made crazy.

Faculty: Experienced and qualified faculty teach at IIST, with an eco-friendly approach. Semesters are tough, but provide a bright knowledge that makes students industry-ready. The pass percentage of students is 80%.

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Faculties are 10 out of 10 from the POV of a student.
By Ankit yadav | Dual Degree (B. Tech + M.S / M.Tech) | 2024
February 19, 2024 01:22:44

Faculty: From the faculty, you get 100% of your need. It treats to the students like a father, and like a father it contributes 100% as the student make their efforts

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5
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Really nice college with full infrastructure
By Shashwat srijan | B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 2022
February 19, 2024 12:40:34
5

Overall: Nice people but food is not nice . It’s all about study here . Lot of assignments and good quality education is provided with people giving proper guidance

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Excellent college for students interested in space
By Rahul Chakrabvarthi | B.Tech (Avionics) | 2024
February 11, 2024 09:23:38
4

Overall: We get continuous exposure here to multiple scientists from ISRO. Our syllabus is focused on space science and rocketry. Syllabus is comparable to any IIT's and so is the level of examination. The faculty are also excellent and engrossed in research in their respective fields. Campus Life is fine with a few restrictions. Security is also high which can be a little inconvenient but the CISF staff are extremely friendly. We have a sattelite ground station and a lab where work is done on Nano sattelites and new propulsion systems. Also there are well equipped labs for all aerospace and Avionics applications. Club culture is also developing in the campus with active clubs for robotics, aeromodelling, social service, yoga and many newer ones.

Faculty: This is the true highlight of IIST. The faculty are excellent and the student to faculty ratio is about 6 students per faculty. Each of the faculty have multiple scholars pursuing their PhD under them and we also get to regularly see research papers and patents in our faculty's names. Some are also actively associated with ISRO and we also have guest faculty from ISRO.

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5
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Best for aerospace enthusiasts. Bro it's rocket science so don't underestimate
By Shriyam Savlani | B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 2024
February 11, 2024 11:53:07
5

Overall: Nice college for aerospace enthusiasts and is best for space study in India . Nice hostel big rooms and cooperative warden. Great study but sometimes is hectic . Fests like dhanak and conscientia are conducted annually. Different clubs and teams are there . During fest people can experience sales work publicity work hospitality work etc by joining respective teams.often many scientists from isro come to give a Ted talk . Iist director is same as vssc (Vikram sarabhai space centre)director

Faculty: Teach in English . They are cooperative and teach good . They are always ready to clear the doubts of students and are good in nature. If u are serious they will try to teach everything they know

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5
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Indian institute of space science and technology
By Namala chaitanya | B.Tech (Electronics & Communication Engineering (Avionics)) | 2024
February 10, 2024 12:13:15
4

Overall: The college was good according to academics and student to teacher ratio was also good. But the institute focuses more on academics but not on sports. The first year students will have some restrictions rest will not have any restrictions. Overall the college was good and the people who are interested can join

Faculty: The faculty are very good and attendence should be 80 percent which will be given on iris scaning for 1st year rest of the years with biometric and no proxy will workout. They take much care on students and for further help by faculty will be provided by assigning PhD scholars. They will be very friendly

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Related Questions

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Himani Daryani, Content Team

-Answered on July-02-2025

You can practice the following papers, which are available on the official website:

Physics PDF Link
TCS PDF Link
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Diksha Sharma, Content Team

-Answered on June-09-2025

Dear Student,

Yes, Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology accepts JEE Main score for admission. As per the eligibility, the candidate should have passed their qualifying examination, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects of the curriculum.

You can also fill the Common Application Form on our website for admission-related assistance. You can also reach us through our IVRS Number - 1800-572-9877.

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Prateek Lakhera, Content Team

-Answered on June-09-2025

Dear student,

Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology (IIST) undergraduate students ko alag alag scholarships offer karta hai. Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology meritorious aur financially weaker students ko scholarships deta hai.

Lekin, in scholarships ke liye eligible hone ke liye aapko kuch requirements poori karni hongi, jaise ki JEE Advanced 2025 mein acchi rank laana. IIST jaldi hi apni website iist.ac.in par alag alag scholarships ke baare mein detailed information release karega.

Humein ummeed hai ki yeh jaankari aapke liye helpful thi. Agar aapki aur koi queries hain, toh aap hello@collegedekho.com par email kar sakte hain ya hamare toll-free number 18005729877 par call kar sakte hain, ya phir simply hamari website par Common Application Form fill kar sakte hain.

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priyal gogna, Student / Alumni

-Answered on Mar-28-2023
Dear Student M Tech Thermal Engineering at LPU is Learners are matured in a specific area of specialization by extending their prior knowhow through meticulous set of advanced courses with a dissertation to showcase their research potential. The focus for thesis is to solve an industry centric problem. Pass with 60% aggregate marks in B.Tech. (Mechanical or Production or Industrial or Automobile or Aeronautical or Aerospace) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST or GATE. The students having scored above 85 percent are exempt from the entrance test and they get 50 percent scholarship as well.
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Diksha Sharma, Content Team

-Answered on Jan-08-2021

Dear Student,

Yes, it is compulsory to clear JEE Advanced for admission at Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology. The admission to the program is done strictly on the basis of JEE Advanced score.

You can also fill the Common Application Form on our website for admission-related assistance. You can also reach us through our IVRS Number - 1800-572-9877.

IIST Thiruvananthapuram FAQs

What types of courses does IIST Thiruvananthapuram offer?

At the UG level, IIST Thiruvananthapuram offers B.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, B.Tech+MS , etc, while at the PG level, IIST Thiruvananthapuram offers M.Tech, PGD, MS, etc.

Which courses are popular at IIST Thiruvananthapuram?

The most popular IIST Thiruvananthapuram courses include the B.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, B.Tech+MS, M.Tech, PGD and MS programmes. UG courses also include B.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, B.Tech+MS, etc. Some of the popular PG courses include M.Tech, PGD, MS , etc. IIST Thiruvananthapuram also offers several certificate and diploma courses.

Does IIST Thiruvananthapuram accept 12th marks?

Yes, passing class 12 is a prerequisite for enrollment in UG courses at IIST Thiruvananthapuram. Admission to programmes such as B.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, B.Tech+MS and so on is determined by the grades/ marks received in Class 12 qualifying exam.

Is IIST Thiruvananthapuram easy to get into?

Admission in IIST Thiruvananthapuram courses are based on valid entrance exam scores. The college conducts its own entrance test to grant admission in Ph.D, PG and UG courses. Candidates must apply for admission and take the IIST Thiruvananthapuram Entrance Exam followed by a personal interview session, to secure admission. The university also accepts national-level entrance exam scores for admission which include GATE, Kerala 12th, CBSE 12th, JEE Main, CAT, JEE Advanced, UGC NET, CSIR NET, JEST etc.

What is the top package of IIST Thiruvananthapuram?

Companies like Infosys, intel, Mahindra, Analog Devices, Skyroot, Kottackal, Math Works, Indus, Satsure, NFTDC, kpit, Indian Navy, VizExperts, Quest Global, Philips Innovation Campus, etc. visited during placements.

Is IIST Thiruvananthapuram very expensive?

The annual cost of undergraduate programmes is around Rs 40000 for B.Tech+M.Tech. The annual IIST Thiruvananthapuram fee structure for PG programmes is around Rs 140000 for M.Tech.

What is the annual fee of IIST Thiruvananthapuram?

The annual IIST Thiruvananthapuram fees fall between Rs 21150 to Rs 625000. Depending on the degree level, duration, and area of specialisation, the fees differ for various programmes. IIST Thiruvananthapuram courses at the Ph.D, PG and UG levels are available.Around 28 courses are available under different degree levels; some of the well known ones are B.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, B.Tech+MS, M.Tech, PGD, MS, and so on.

What is the most popular course at IIST , Thiruvananthapuram ?

Engineering courses are the most popular courses opted by students at IIST , Thiruvananthapuram .
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